The Manfrotto 516 Pro Video Fluid Head is specifically for the latest DV camcorders used by documentary and industrial videographers, and can support cameras up to 22 lb. Equipped with fluid cartridges, which provides continuous adjustable drag control. This system gives quite a wide range of friction control down to "zero drag" and operates on both pan and tilt axis. Other features include separate pan and tilt locking mechanism, a fixed counter balance spring of 16.5 lb load capacity at a center of gravity of 5-inches and a built-in bubble level.
| Load Capacity | 22 lb |
| Diameter/Thread | 3/8" Female Thread |
| Counter Balance System | Fixed Spring |
| Counter Balance Range | 16.5 lb |
| Center of Gravity | 5.0" |
| Quick Release/Wedge Plate | Yes, (Cat #3272) |
| Balance Plate | Sliding, 2x 1/4"-20 and 2x 3/8" Screws |
| Tilt Drag | Continuously adjustable from 0 to max |
| Tilt Range | -60/+90° |
| Tilt Lock | Yes |
| Spring Loaded Counter Bal | Continuously adjustable from 0 to max |
| Pan Range | 360° |
| Pan Lock | Yes |
| Leveling Bubble/Illuminated | Yes, Non |
| Temperature Range | Not Specified |
| Weight | 4.4 lb |