Gitzo G-2380 Video Fluid Head - Supports 2.2 to 11 lbs
The G2380 fluid head, is ideally suited to both lightweight ENG and home video camcorders, enabling professional, smooth panning and solid locking. The G2380 will also work well with long telephoto lenses for still photography following a moving subject, making it easier to achieve one of the most exciting photographic effects, with the subject sharp against a blurred, streaked background.
The fluid effect video head uses friction to smooth the movements, adjustable on both the pan and the tilt planes to suit the weight of the camera. Each of the movements can also be locked solid by simply tightening the knob in the center of the friction control.
The design of the head allows it to be set up for either left or right handed operation. It includes a dual direction, quick release plate to assist in easy fixing of the camera from the front or rear with a secondary safety catch to protect your camera.
- Innovative Design
- The innovative design of the G2380 is much more than cosmetic. It has been painstakingly developed to eliminate all unnecessary weight, while maintaining the strength, long-lasting durability, and extraordinary precision for which Gitzo heads have become famous.
- Pan and Tilt Control
- Provides exceptionally smooth pans and tilts. Friction for both pan and tilt planes is fully adjustable to perfectly match the weight of your camera. Tightening a convenient knob in the center of the friction control can also independently lock both movements.
- Quick Release Plate
- A sliding quick-release plate allows the camera to be easily mounted and balanced from either the front or the rear, and a built-in secondary safety catch protects the camera from accidentally sliding off the head.
- Maximum load capacity of 11 lbs
| Load Capacity | 11.0 lb |
| Diameter/Thread | Flatbase with 3/8" Screw Threaded |
| Counter Balance System | N/A |
| Counter Balance Range | 2.2 to 11.0 lb |
| Center of Gravity | N/A |
| Quick Release/Wedge Plate | Yes (Cat #G1382-14) |
| Balance Plate | Sliding, with 2x 1/4" Screws and VHS Adapter Pin |
| Tilt Drag | Variable |
| Tilt Range | ±90° |
| Tilt Lock | Yes |
| Spring Loaded Counter Bal | Variable |
| Pan Range | 360° |
| Pan Lock | Yes |
| Leveling Bubble/Illuminated | Yes, Non |
| Temperature Range | Not Specified |
| Weight | 3.0 lb |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 12 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
83%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attaches firmly (8)
- Stable (8)
- Large range of motion (6)
- Strong clamp (6)
Cons
- Heavy (3)
Best Uses
- Video (5)
- Stabilization (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (7), Pro photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Decent head for occasional Video shoot
I wanted to get a pan head along with 60D. Even after reading all the positive reviews about the Bogen head, I was not too sure to get that. Asked a BH rep to...Read complete review
I wanted to get a pan head along with 60D. Even after reading all the positive reviews about the Bogen head, I was not too sure to get that. Asked a BH rep to suggest a head in that price range for my Gitzo legs and he suggested this instead. This a beautiful head, more than enough for my needs right now. Smooth pan and tilt with 60D & 70-200 IS.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Good $, well-built, adequate performance
I was looking for a reasonably priced lightweight fluid head to mount on an existing 'flat head' carbon fiber stills tripod. This fits the bill.
PROs: The build quality is exce...Read complete review
I was looking for a reasonably priced lightweight fluid head to mount on an existing 'flat head' carbon fiber stills tripod. This fits the bill.
PROs: The build quality is excellent and should take whatever punishment hiking & weather will throw at it. The controls are well placed and easily meet the hand. The weight for hiking use is very good.
CONs: This is not a fluid head to be doing pan & tilt moves with anything longer than a 75mm equivalent. Simple pans or tilts work well but a combination move is problematic; the controls and feathering just cannot be set to allow smooth starts & stops and the controls are hard to balance to get 'equal' resistance on both axes.
I would recommend this to anyone on a budget looking for a well-built durable fluid head but who does not need complex moves.
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Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
Gitzo states on their own webpage: ... this head (is) the ideal tool for photographers and bird watchers using long focal length lenses...
I am sorry. This is absolutely not true. I have run a series of tests since I bought this fluid head, and it can't support a 500/4, neither is it recommendable for lenses like the 300/2.8.
I don't like companies overselling their products. Gitzo does so in this case. And it just cost me money and time.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
This head is good for the home user who wants a fluid head. For pro video, it only smoothly pans and tilts at wide angle to medium. With a Canon AH1 on telephoto, it was not acceptable. I also did not prefer the locking mechanism, which required too much of a twist to lock quickly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
I wanted to get a pan head along with 60D. Even after reading all the positive reviews about the Bogen head, I was not too sure to get that. Asked a BH rep to suggest a head in that price range for my Gitzo legs and he suggested this instead. This a beautiful head, more than enough for my needs right now. Smooth pan and tilt with 60D & 70-200 IS.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
beautiful design works with short column of gitzo tripod allows fast change from video head to center ball head increases versatility.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
- Superb design
Cons
- Gitzo quality control
- Pan control nonexistant
Best Uses
- Everything
- Video and still cameras
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
tilt and quick release fine not so pan control
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
It's a good choice for light vid cameras and vid DSLR's. Gitzo quality and smooth action on diagonal movements. It's not to be compared to a $1,000+ head, but I think it's a great option for the still shooter who shoots an occasional video and wants smooth pans and tilts.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
The G2380 works as expected. I handle my Canon 5D MK II with a 70-200mm f2.8 without any problems. It is smooth and a good alternate to the higher price fluid heads that are $1000 or more.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
For those on a budget and want a fluid head that's not a bottom basement model but can't afford the premium stuff, this head is for you!
With a little practice one can get reasonably smooth pans.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Stabilization
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
I was looking for a reasonably priced lightweight fluid head to mount on an existing 'flat head' carbon fiber stills tripod. This fits the bill.
PROs: The build quality is excellent and should take whatever punishment hiking & weather will throw at it. The controls are well placed and easily meet the hand. The weight for hiking use is very good.
CONs: This is not a fluid head to be doing pan & tilt moves with anything longer than a 75mm equivalent. Simple pans or tilts work well but a combination move is problematic; the controls and feathering just cannot be set to allow smooth starts & stops and the controls are hard to balance to get 'equal' resistance on both axes.
I would recommend this to anyone on a budget looking for a well-built durable fluid head but who does not need complex moves.
Pros
- Good controls
- Good Stability
- Well Made
Cons
Best Uses
- Stabilization
- Videography
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
It was somewhat hard to decide on a video head for my tripod, and noting
that most were in the over $1,000. So I went by brand and reputation, many
of my photography friends use Gitzo products. So they have produced a
winning video fluid head. True it is "like" a fluid head but for my small
production it performs just fine. Gitzo has a winner here.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
This head is very useful to take photos of sports scene or moving objects.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Gitzo G2380 Video Fluid Head:
The best for taking photo of sports scenery
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What's in the Box
- 1x Pan Bar
- Camera Mounting Plate (#G1382-14)
- Lifetime Warranty
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