The E-Image Heavy Duty Fluid Video Head from ikan supports cameras and accessories up to 39.6 lb, while incorporating a 100mm half ball for quick leveling adjustments. The head features 10 steps of counterbalance, allowing you to adjust the head for operation with lighter cameras. Pan and Tilt drag are individually adjustable and feature levels of 1 to 5, as well as a 0 setting for no drag.
The camera platform accepts a sliding balance plate so you can balance the camera on the head and features a lock and safety release. The head is equipped with two panhandle rosettes, one on each side. It comes with one panhandle, and the head is also equipped with a 1/4"-20 threaded accessory socket for attaching accessories such as support arms. An illuminated bubble level is built into the head so that you can check that your shot is level.
- Supports 39.6 lb
- 100mm Half Ball
- Stepped Counterbalance 0 to 9
- 0 to 5 Grades of Tilt & Pan Drag
E-Image GH Series Video Head Overview
E-Image GH Series Video Head Specs
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E-Image GH Series Video Head Reviews
Broke the second time I used it
Can't use the full tilt resistance setting range, the dial simply won't turn all the way, it broke the second time I used it. I emailed the E-Image support people, they do not have a warranty support repair facility in America. They told me in broken english to email a video of the problem. No, I'm not mailing this unit to China for warranty repair.
Revisit Review
Bought this about a year ago. I use medium size rigs on it. built up c70 with Ninja V and follow focus and other not so heavy things. I'm guessing about 6lbs. This works like a champ! Its smooth and the drag controls are spot on. They're tuned to each other, meaning if you put the tilt on 2 and pan on 2, you can make a nice circle movement and not notice any difference in the two resistance. Not to mention completely repeatable, unlike those friction clutch systems. The counter balance system is great too. But if you use just a dslr or mirrorless by itself, it may be too light for the counter balance, even at the 1 setting. Some people mentions that there is no in between increments (there are only 4 settings), but I had yet to have a rig not balance on those 4 settings. The locks are great and nothing moves once locked. but I don't like the placement of the pan lock. Its too tucked in. You have to fumble around like a teenager trying to... never mind. I like the way the handle can telescope out. The longer handle will give you less shake, if using a very long lens or you had too much coffee. The ball lock is good too. Never had it slip on me yet. Its not the most comfortable shaped knob but since you don't have to twist it that hard lock or unlock, its not too bad. I wish the head was lighter, but its a video head, I guess you really can't skimp on weight. This is a couple of notches higher than your budget friction fluid heads for sure. Love it!