Description
Overview
Also featuring Manfrotto’s patented bridging technology (inherited from the 509HD and 504HD heads), the 502HD is designed for executing cinematic moves with compact camcorders and DSLR video cameras. The weight limit is 7kg and counterbalance supports up to 4kg. The balance plate’s 8.3cm range allows you to correct for uneven payloads that might be due to matte boxes or exotic DSLR rig configurations.
Technology
The bridging technology ensures that the pan friction control is intuitive and easy to set, but also protected against knocks. There are of course independent locks for pan and tilt, and drag for both is selectable in a continuous range from zero to the max level. This allows you to operate the head in a confident, smooth manner using the included pan bar.