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Manfrotto 502AH Video Head & MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod Kit

BH #MAMVK50255P3 • MFR #MVK502055XPRO3
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Manfrotto 502AH Video Head & MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod Kit
Key Features
  • 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base
  • MT055XPRO3 Tripod with Center Column
  • 22 lb Payload, 8.8 lb Counterbalance
  • 67" Max Height with Column Raised
This B&H Kit includes the Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head and the MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod. The 502AH features a flat base and 22 lb payload, and the tripod offers a max height of 67" with the center column raised. The standard max height is 55".
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Manfrotto MVH502A Tripod System Overview

This B&H Kit includes the Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head and the MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod. The 502AH features a flat base and 22 lb payload, and the tripod offers a max height of 67" with the center column raised. The standard max height is 55".

Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base

The Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base is an affordable yet remarkably fully featured professional head that represents an advance over the popular 501HDV, with sturdier construction and featuring Manfrotto's patented bridging technology (inherited from the 509 and 504 heads). This head is designed for executing cinematic moves with compact camcorders and DSLR cameras. The 502AH comes in two versions—the "AH" flat base version with a 3/8"-16 mounting hole such as this one, and the "A" ball base version, which is separately available.

The weight capacity is 22 lb and the counterbalance supports 8.8 lb. The balance plate's 3.27" range allows you to correct for uneven payloads due to matte boxes or DSLR rig configurations.

The bridging technology ensures that the pan friction control is intuitive and easy to set but is also protected against knocks. There are independent locks for pan and tilt, and drag for both is selectable in a continuous range from zero to the maximum level. This allows you to operate the head in a confident, smooth manner using the included pan bar.

Pan drag and tilt drag are continuously adjustable from 0 (no drag) to the maximum level
Sliding quick release plate secured by a secondary safety system
The flat base has a 3/8"-16 female threaded mounting hole for attaching to tripods, sliders, and other platforms
UPC: 719821334651
Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod

The Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod is a three-section support that replaces the 055XPROB tripod. It has a load capacity of 44 lb and extends from 3.5" to 67". Its legs are secured by the Quick Power Locks. These updated flip locks increase the tripod's rigidity by 50%, and its load capacity by 4.4 lb over its predecessor.

A redesigned center column has a "one finger" operation, and includes an Easy Link attachment for attaching accessories such as an LED light or a reflector. The center column can be positioned horizontally, allowing for low-angle and macro photography. The upper disc where a tripod head is mounted has been redesigned as well, and now has a bull's eye bubble level that rotates 360° so you can locate it where you can see it. This allows you to level your camera on both the horizontal and vertical planes.

UPC: 719821364634

Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base Specs

Key Specs
Camera Plate Features
Quick Release
Camera Plate Type
504PLONG
Camera Mounting Screw
1 x 1/4"-20 Male
1 x 3/8"-16 Male
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Flat Base
Counter Balance
Fixed (8.82 lb / 4 kg)
Drag Type
Fluid
Load Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Materials
Aluminum
Camera Plate
Camera Plate Features
Quick Release
Camera Plate Type
504PLONG
Camera Mounting Screw
1 x 1/4"-20 Male
1 x 3/8"-16 Male
Balance Plate Sliding Range
3.27" / 83 mm
Head
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Flat Base
Counter Balance
Fixed (8.82 lb / 4 kg)
Center of Gravity
2.17" / 5.51 cm
Pan Handle Fittings
2 x Rosette
Bubble Level
1
Accessory Mounting
1 x 3/8"-16 Female Thread
Base Diameter
2.95" / 7.49 cm
Height
5.12" / 13.00 cm
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Pan: Continuous Plus 0
Tilt: Continuous Plus 0
Drag Type
Fluid
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -80°
Panning Range
360°
General
Load Capacity
22 lb / 10 kg
Materials
Aluminum
Operating Temperature
-4 to 140°F / -20 to 60°C
Weight
3.73 lb / 1.69 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
5.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.15 x 8.65 x 8.55"

Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod Specs

Key Specs
Load Capacity
44 lb / 20 kg
Head Mount Type
3/8"-16 Male
Maximum Working Height
67" / 170.2 cm
Minimum Working Height
3.5" / 8.9 cm
Closed Length
24" / 61 cm
Materials
Aluminum Alloy
Weight
5.5 lb / 2.5 kg
Leg Lock Type
Flip Lock
Leg Sections
3
General
Load Capacity
44 lb / 20 kg
Head Mount Type
3/8"-16 Male
Maximum Working Height
67" / 170.2 cm
Max Height without Center Column
55" / 139.7 cm
Minimum Working Height
3.5" / 8.9 cm
Closed Length
24" / 61 cm
Materials
Aluminum Alloy
Weight
5.5 lb / 2.5 kg
Legs
Leg Lock Type
Flip Lock
Independent Leg Spread
Yes
Leg Sections
3
Bubble Level
Yes
Center Column
Center Column Sections
1
Center Column Extension Type
Rapid
Lateral / 90-Degree Center Column
Yes
Packaging Info
Package Weight
6.5 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
25.5 x 5.5 x 5.3"

Manfrotto MVH502A Tripod System Reviews

Well built and beautiful

By Cecilio
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-14

I love tripods, they can be very useful and practical. This model caught my eye because of the word pro. I was looking for well built and steady tripods. I'm very glad with this purchase and the quality. I'm looking forward to buying another one soon.

Biggest waste of money ever

By Louis
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-10

This tripod was either sold to me defective lying or is just not a tripod. I've the pan tension knob was useless straight out of the box, the tilt lock is garbage and doesn't work unless you crank it all the way and it's just iverall way too light and not at all worth the money. I have a $150 libec that legitimately works better than this tripod and it a year older. Don't waste your money

Excellent Value

By Sean
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-29

I'm very satisfied with this tripod & head. When I first received it, everything seemed very stiff. But after a few minutes, I figured out that the head controls had just been locked down very tightly at the factory, and a little more force did the trick to get everything unlocked and operating butter smooth. I also watched the videos and spent about 30 minutes really understanding how to use the system, which was time well spent. I decided to also purchase the extendible/extra long pan bar. This was a great addition to the system. When the pan bar is fully extended, and your hand is holding the very end of the pan bar, you can achieve very slow and subtle camera movements (recall from you physics class the power of a lever!) I'm sure tripods costing thousands more are nicer and lighter than this. Or maybe they have the controls in a more convenient position. But I'm not willing to spend thousands more for slight improvements. This system delivers excellent value at an extremely reasonable price point.

Chef's kiss

By Jennifer
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-07-10

We recently started working with a chef on training videos and the 90-degree angle of the head is a game changer. We are also all woman crew so the lighter and more compact the gear, the better. Not in love with the leg clasps on this one but we'll adjust.

Solid Manfrotto Performance, but Questionable Build Quality

By Jordan
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-20

After about three months of use, overall I like this tripod. It seems fairly solid, and the head is very good, smooth and easy to adjust the balance. It's also really easy to adjust the height on the legs. However, the build quality just doesn't instill a lot of confidence. The locks and connections are mostly plastic and don't seem like they will hold up that well over time (although we will see). While the head does pan smoothly, I wish there were a harder stops for locking/unlocking the pan and tilt axes. Also the spreader locked up on me and broke when I first tried to close it up. Really cheaply made. At retail price this tripod costs $830, but frankly there are better options out there for that price. I got it on sale for $499, at which price I think it's a pretty good value.

Sturdy and Smooth

By Cameron
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-03

This tripod is a massive upgrade in terms of stability for me - and the fluid head has continuous tension adjustment, not stepped like I'm used to. Such a great system for the price!

Well built and beautiful

By Cecilio
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-14

I love tripods, they can be very useful and practical. This model caught my eye because of the word pro. I was looking for well built and steady tripods. I'm very glad with this purchase and the quality. I'm looking forward to buying another one soon.

Probably too much for too little

By Emily
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2023-09-13

I purchased this on a B&H daily deal because it was such a steal, (much less than an appropriately sized Manfrotto). In truth, I'm putting such a light payload on this, it's way overkill. I do have some bigger cameras that might find their way on this head.

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Asked by: Cabot S.
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