3Pod Q2 Lightweight Fluid Video Head

SKU: 3PVHQ2 MFR: 3P-VH-Q2
$49.95
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Key Features

  • Achieve smooth, professional video shots with fluid pan and tilt movements.
  • This lightweight video head weighs just 1.1 lb, perfect for on-the-go shooting!
  • Enjoy precise control with separate pan and tilt friction adjustments.
  • Secure your camera quickly with the standard quick release plate feature.
  • Supports up to 11 lb, ideal for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras with accessories.
  • Mounts easily to any tripod with a standard 3/8"-16 thread for stability.
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Shopper : Will this head also fit a manfrotto 501 plate?
WILLIAM L : I just received one of these heads and I can't believe how hard it is to pan and tilt. The "controls" don't seem to do anything; backed all the way out it is still hard to turn and it has a sticking problem when initiating a pan. Is this normal for this unit, or did I get a bad unit?
Shopper : Is this mounting plate compatible with other 3POD fluid heads?MICHAEL D : No. This model: The Q2 takes plate SKU:3PRPQ2 (linked below).The 3PVHQ2 head takes a plate SKU: 3PRPQ3. I did not link this to avoid confusion. Also take note that the same stock photo is used for each sku quick release plate. Email us at brands@adorama.com for more info.

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2022-03-24T08:13:33

Rated 4 out of 5

Good but flawed

Very smooth , only issue is the knob to tighten plate is blocked by camera or cage when the camera is centered. Otherwise great.

John R.

2021-12-15T10:11:07

Rated 4 out of 5

Very good work for the price

Extremely fluid. Wish the resistance was a little easier to adjust, but it gets the job done

ANNA D.

2021-11-05T08:23:47

Rated 4 out of 5

It works!

It works! The video head fits on my tripod, supports my Sony video camera properly, and was easy to assemble. It might not be as smooth as a $500 video head, but is absolutely does the job.

GARY C.

2020-11-21T11:29:00

Rated 3 out of 5

Not the best video head

I dont like this one that came with the tripod. They should change to the other video head or give you an option of choosing which one.

CATHERINE P.

2019-03-19T10:59:15

Rated 1 out of 5

Not happy

You have no idea how I hate to give a bad review. I bought this thru the help from your sales dept. It did not work for what i needed and that was a disappointment. I need a holder for item fp3prpv3ahl which was also recommended which i ordered 4 of.

JAMES K.

2019-01-18T10:05:15

Rated 4 out of 5

Pans with ease

There are many other and expensive video heads but this one pans easy, covers vast distance and easily set up.

Herran Y.

2018-10-23T17:39:50

Rated 4 out of 5

Not that compatible with GH5

Sometime it bothers me because the plate doesn fit in well with GH5...some compatible issues here. BUt its good for the price

Andre B.

2018-03-17T06:18:23

Rated 4 out of 5

Solid Build and Works Well

Purchased two of these for video sliders and they work great. They are small enough to pack easily and provide good fluid movements.

Jim B.

2016-10-19T20:53:18

Rated 4 out of 5

nice fluid head for the price

I purchased this along with a video monopod & tripod. The tripod already had a built in head, but I need a fluid head to tilt up and down. This head handles 11lbs. which is a lot of camera and or video gear. This was a perfect fit for the video monopod. The silver tilt lock doesn't stay locked even, when you think you have turned it hard enough, several times it has unlocked and slammed the camera forward while on a monopod.

YEONGJIANN Y.

2016-07-05T11:58:02

Rated 4 out of 5

Very Nice Product.

Very good product. Works like it should, however for reasons not clear to me yet, I believe this was not made by Manfrotto/Bogen, as advertised. Still a very good design & product.

EDWARD W.

2016-06-29T13:58:26

Rated 1 out of 5

Not So Good

I don't like giving negative reviews but this is not a good video head... at least... for a Sony RX10M3. Does not fit. Ended up buying another brand and paying $160.00 and I'm happy with it.

DOUGLAS B.

2016-04-19T14:27:43

Rated 1 out of 5

Better for lightweight cameras

You will most likely need another QR baseplate on top to use it with a dslr. The silver tilt lock doesn't stay locked even when you think you have turned it hard enough several times it has unlocked and slammed the camera forward while on a monopod.

Kristine B.

2016-01-08T17:54:21

Rated 4 out of 5

very nice fluid head for the price

I purchased this along with a video monopod. The video monopod already had a built in panning head, but I need a fluid head to tilt up and down.This head handles 11lbs. which is a lot of camera and or video gear. This was a perfect fit for the video monopod. The only reason for only 4 stars, is that the panning was no where near as smooth in the panning mode as the built in video monopod, BUT the tilting up and down is butter smooth, and that has help with my videos looking less shakey.

SCOTT B.

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3pod Q2 Lightweight Fluid Video Head Specifications

  • Tripod mount

    3/8

  • Camera mount

    Standard ½-20 with recessed alignment stud

  • Movement

    Fluid, separate pan and tilt friction controls

  • Weight

    1.1 lb

  • Max Load

    11 lb

  • UPC Code

    840014116379

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Special FeaturesFluidFluidFluid
Base Type3/8"-16 Female Thread3/8"-16 Female Thread3/8"-16 Female Thread
Maximum Load Capacity10 to 20 lbsUp to 10 lbsUp to 10 lbs
Quick ReleaseWith Quick ReleaseWith Quick ReleaseWith Quick Release

About 3pod Q2 Lightweight Fluid Video Head

The 3POD LIGHTWEIGHT FLUID VIDEO HEAD is a videography head designed for lightweight setups such as camcorders, DSLRs and ILCs. With a maximum load of 11lb., this head features separate Pan and Tilt fluid friction controls, a bubblelevel on the base for perfect pans, a sliding quick release plate (with safety lock) for balancing your rig, an angle adjustable handle for stable control, anda comfortable padded grip.

This lightweight head is the perfect choice for cinematography use on monopods or tripods.

3pod Q2 Lightweight Fluid Video Head Features

  • Separate Pan and Tilt fluid friction controls
  • Bubble level on base to confirm the legs are level
  • Comfortable knobs
  • Adjustable handle position
  • Quick release plate can be adjusted forward or backward to balance larger rigs
  • Quick release safety lock ensures the camera wont accidentally fall off the video head
  • Fast 360 degree rotation
  • Adjustable tension

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months.

Product Documents

User Manual

Key Features

  • Achieve smooth, professional video shots with fluid pan and tilt movements.
  • This lightweight video head weighs just 1.1 lb, perfect for on-the-go shooting!
  • Enjoy precise control with separate pan and tilt friction adjustments.
  • Secure your camera quickly with the standard quick release plate feature.
  • Supports up to 11 lb, ideal for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras with accessories.
  • Mounts easily to any tripod with a standard 3/8"-16 thread for stability.

What's in the box:

  • Q2 Fluid Video Head
  • 3Pod 3PRPQ2 Quick Release Plate
  • Pan Handle
  • 3Pod 1 Year Limited Warranty