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Review Summary
2020-12-15T08:09:39
I bought it on sale for $580. After using it on a few shoots I can say that I wouldn’t pay the full price for it. I love that the head is a 75mm ball head and a flat base at the same time, very cool. I have two main gripes with it. One is that when you adjust the counter balance you have to tilt the head back a forth a little before the adjustment takes effect. Two is that when you adjust the resistance on the tilt it makes a crackling sound for a short period when you tilt the head. For the price of this tripod these defects make it seem a little cheap in quality. Aside from that, I still like the tripod and it does produce very smooth camera movements. The over sized tilt lock is nice, although it does require some extra force to fully lock it, as opposed to your average small tilt locks. The quality of the legs is as expected from Manfrotto, which is ok. With my stripped down Blackmagic Ursa Mini and Sigma Art 50-100mm it’s right at the limit of the counterbalance strength.
Christopher D.
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Variable
4 steps
Flat base with 3/8" female attachment
Aluminum
14.3 lbs (6.5kg)
26.5 lbs (12kg)
Head: 5.86" (14.9cm)
Head: 4.4 lbs (2kg)
Black
Aluminum, Technopolymer
0
100 Ball, 75 Ball
55.12 lbs (25kg)
27.17" (69cm)
No center column
No
Twin
From 30 Degree to 66 Degree
Flip Lock
3
Maximum: 140 Degree F (60 Degree C)
Minimum: -22 Degree F (-30 Degree C)
mid level - variable arm length
Maximum: 60.24" (153cm)
Minimum: 23.03" (58.5cm)
7.28 lbs (3.3kg)
Over the years, the Manfrotto 504X Fluid Video Head with Aluminum Twin Leg Tripod and Mid-Level Spreader has evolved to become a staple for professional videographers and photographers. This innovative product is the successor to the highly successful 504HD, boasting a new design and enhanced features that cater to the needs of today's digital content creators.
The 504X Fluid Video Head is a testament to Manfrotto's bridging technology, designed to provide optimal support for the latest cameras and camcorders. Its compact and lightweight design, coupled with a flat base, ensures versatility and ease of use. The head features a 4-step counterbalance system that can support up to 6.5 kg/14.3 lb at 55 mm/2.2 in C.O.G, ensuring quick setup and optimal performance. The fluidity function on PAN & TILT guarantees extremely smooth movements, making it an ideal choice for capturing high-quality, stable footage.
The head also boasts a maximum payload of up to 12 kg / 26.5 lbs, making it suitable for a wide range of professional video equipment. It features Manfrotto's anti-rotation technology and Arri pin, with pan bar attachments on both sides for maximum flexibility. The 3/8" easy link connector is covered with a cap to prevent cutting during use.
The 504X Fluid Video Head also introduces a new fluid technology that sets a new performance standard in the Manfrotto range, delivering the smoothest and judder-free pan and tilt movements. Independent brakes on TILT and PAN axes increase the capability of keeping heavy equipment safe, stable, and in position. The back bubble level allows for easy leveling of the heads, even in low light conditions.
The Aluminum Twin Leg Tripod, part of the MVTTWINMAUS series, is a professional-grade tripod with a two-stage, rigid, and stable design, making it ideal for all kinds of assignments. It features an Aluminum casting 100mm bowl and comes with an Aluminum adapter that converts the bowl into a 75mm. The tripod has a mid-level spreader with telescopic arms for accurate leg angle setting. It is detachable, allowing for the use of the tripod in combination with the ground spreader Manfrotto 165MV (sold separately). The tripod also features secure and reliable leg locks and twin spiked feet with rubber overshoes for solid grounding. For maximum versatility, the tripod can be used with various dollies (114MV and 181B).
In conclusion, the Manfrotto 504X Fluid Video Head with Aluminum Twin Leg Tripod and Mid-Level Spreader is a versatile, high-quality, and reliable solution for professional videographers and photographers seeking to capture smooth, stable footage.