Motorized Pan & Tilt Video Heads
Vinten FH-200 Robotic Head
- Mounting Cradle Fits Wider Cameras
- Supports up to 200 Pounds
- Robotic and Manual Modes
- 2 x Large, Manual Head-Style Pan Bars
Vinten FHR-155 Robotic VR Head with 22-Bit Encoder
- Near-Silent Robotic Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- 22-Bit Encoding for Use with VR Engines
- Smooth Camera and Lens Motion Control
Vinten FH-155 Robotic/Manual Head
- Near-Silent Robotic or Manual Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- Smooth Camera and Lens Motion Control
- Canon and Fujinon Servo Lens Control
Vinten FH-155 Robotic/Manual VR Head with 22-Bit Encoder
- Near-Silent Robotic or Manual Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- 22-Bit Encoding for Use with VR Engines
- Canon and Fujinon Servo Lens Control
Vinten FHR-155 Robotic Head with Integrated StarTracker System
- Near-Silent Robotic Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- Floor Movement Tracking System
- Smooth Camera and Lens Motion Control
Vinten FHR-155 Robotic VR Head with 22-Bit Encoder and Integrated StarTracker System
- Near-Silent Robotic Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- 22-Bit Encoding for Use with VR Engines
- Floor Movement Tracking System
Vinten FH-155 Robotic/Manual Head with Integrated StarTracker System
- Near-Silent Robotic or Manual Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- Floor Movement Tracking System
- Smooth Camera and Lens Motion Control
Vinten FH-155 Robotic/Manual VR Head with 22-Bit Encoder and Integrated StarTracker System
- Near-Silent Robotic or Manual Operation
- Supports up to 155 Pounds
- 22-Bit Encoding for Use with VR Engines
- Floor Movement Tracking System
An Overview of Motorized Camera Mounts and Pan Tilt Video Heads
Motorized pan and tilt heads offer simple yet precise positioning options, whether you like to photograph wildlife, or you're filming action scenes for a movie. Both beginners and experts can take advantage of their increased range of movement compared to regular pan and tilt heads.
What Are Pan and Tilt Heads?
A pan and tilt head is what mounts the video camera onto a tripod or other stand. Like all video heads, they hold the camera in place and allow the operator to adjust its position. However, pan heads also offer additional panoramic rotations on multiple axes for more precise orientations. These heads are popular choices for photographers, as they provide improved control and stability as well as an easy solution for making quick adjustments. Moviemakers also use professional video camera crane pan and tilt heads to capture sweeping shots of large sets.
Why Use Motorized Pan and Tilt Heads?
Motorized pan heads offer automated camera adjustments via a controller or smart device. This hands-off approach improves control and accuracy, allows camera operation from a distance, and makes positioning the camera as easy as touching a button. Many motorized tripod heads rotate 360 degrees, making them convenient options for panoramas, time-lapses, astrophotography, and more. Motorized heads are also attached to professional video camera sliders for moving sequences or dynamic shots in movies.
Choosing Pan and Tilt Video Head Accessories
It's a good idea to consider motorized pan and tilt video head accessories to add to your camera rig. To get the most out of automated positioning, check out different remote controls and control panels. You can find inexpensive cabled models as well as sophisticated controllers that can operate multiple heads. Backup cables and power supplies are other good choices to introduce to your setup, especially when working on-location.
Visit B&H Photo and Video to browse a wide selection of motorized pan and tilt heads, accessories, and other professional video gear.