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E-Image GH03 Fluid Head with Flat Base

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E-Image GH03 Fluid Head with Flat Base
Key Features
  • Supports Up to 11 Pounds
  • Flat Base with 3/8" Mounting Hole
  • Easy Lock Baseplate with Retractable Pin
  • Fixed Counterbalance
The E-Image GH03 Fluid Head with Flat Base supports cameras and accessories weighing up to 11 pounds. The GH03 head features an Easy Lock Baseplate system that combines the balance adjustment of a sliding baseplate with the ease of a quick release system. It provides a fixed counterbalance setting that helps the fluid head support loads up to 11 pounds and won't force you to fight the head when working with lightweight camera systems.
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E-Image GH Series Video Head Overview

The E-Image GH03 Fluid Head with Flat Base supports cameras and accessories weighing up to 11 pounds. The GH03 head features an Easy Lock Baseplate system that combines the balance adjustment of a sliding baseplate with the ease of a quick release system. It provides a fixed counterbalance setting that helps the fluid head support loads up to 11 pounds and won't force you to fight the head when working with lightweight camera systems.

The variable tilt drag allows you to adjust the fluid head to suit your shooting style or the needs of the shot. The head features a built in 1/4"-20 accessory socket for available monitor support arms or other accessory items and independent pan and tilt locks. The head incorporates a bubble level, panhandle rosettes on the left and right side of the head (one panhandle is included), and a 1/4"-20 threaded accessory socket for use with optional accessories.

The fluid head features a flat base with a 3/8"-16 threaded mounting hole. This allows you to mount it in tripod legs with a 3/8"-16 threaded mounting screw, or 1/4"-20 screw with optional adapter. You can also mount optional jib arms or camera sliders that support flat base heads.
You can mount this head to optional half-ball system to gain ball-leveling capabilities, and then quickly switch back to the flat base for situations requiring that mount.
The Easy Lock baseplate provides the balance adjustment range associated with a sliding balance plate but combines the ease of a quick release, as you can pop the camera (on the Easy Lock plate) into the top of the fluid head without having to support the camera while lining up the plate with the head. Easy to pop in, it stays secure until you release it, and you maintain the sliding balance adjustments.
The Easy Lock camera plate features a guided sled with a retractable locating pin and supports both 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 camera tie-down screws (included).
UPC: 847983012091

E-Image GH Series Video Head Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws with Locating Pin (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate: Easy Lock)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Drag Control
Yes
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws with Locating Pin (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate: Easy Lock)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
Fixed
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -60°
Lateral Tilt
No
General
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
4.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
17.9 x 8.6 x 8"

E-Image GH Series Video Head Reviews

Broke the second time I used it

By Dan
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-04

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

By Sang
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-04

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!

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According to specs, this fluid head should be ...

According to specs, this fluid head should be operational at -40 degrees. Is this true? Has anyone tried it in very cold temperatures?
Asked by: Anna
The manufacturer's specs are based on workbench tests that are rigidly adhered to and while we do not have first-hand access to those temperature conditions, we have heard of instances where this fluid head did operate successfully at very low, mid-winter New York temperatures.
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2020-08-14

Differences between GH03 and GH06 besides obvious ...

Differences between GH03 and GH06 besides obvious ball vs flat base?
Asked by: Jonathan
The GH03 has a 13lb / 5kg load capacity while the GH06 has a 13lb / 6kg load capacity. The counter balance for the GH03 is fixed while the GH06 has an incremental 5-step plus 0 counter balance.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2020-12-28

question

What is the weight of this head?
Asked by: JM
The head weighs 1.2kg / 2.6lbs
Answered by: Edwin
Date published: 2024-03-26

Will this video head receive a stand Manfrotto ...

Will this video head receive a stand Manfrotto plate such as Manfrotto 501PL?
Asked by: Craig
Unfortunately it will not. This head is not compatible with 501PL style plates.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2020-11-02

question

is there any design difference between the flat and ball version of this head? (other than the ball of course)
Asked by: Anonymous
It is the same from the base up.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2019-06-04

question

Is the head Arca-swiss compatible?
Asked by: Jaime
I'm afraid not. The GH03 head uses the GP1 Camera Plate.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2021-05-09

Does this head use the same plate as the GH06 ...

Does this head use the same plate as the GH06 head?
Asked by: David
Yes, the GH06 and GH03 use the same plate. The E-Image GP1 Quick Release Plate will work for both heads. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1046984-REG/e_image_gp1_camera_plate_for_gh03_06_08_10.html
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2020-12-09

What is the counterbalance weight for this Tripod ...

What is the counterbalance weight for this Tripod head since its fixed?
Asked by: David
The GH03 head counter-balance weight is 5KG.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2020-12-11
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