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Manfrotto Befree Live Video Head

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Manfrotto Befree Live Video Head
Key Features
  • Minimalist Traveler Fluid Video Head
  • 8.8 lb Payload
  • 40mm Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Thread
  • Fits Many Photo Tripods and Monopods
The Befree Live Video Head is Manfrotto's first traveler-style fluid video head. Supporting up to 8.8 lb loads, it's suitable across a large variety of applications. At the same time, its minimalist, compact design makes it ideal for mobile video applications, such as vlogging. This head features a 40mm flat base with a 3/8"-16 mounting thread. Although compatible with any 3/8"-16 flat base tripod, it's best used with equally compact photo tripods and monopods that offer a matching 40mm base. Among these is a variety of Manfrotto Befree and Element tripods and monopods. Many of them come with a ball head, but the ball head can be removed to reveal a 40mm flat base.
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Manfrotto BeFree Live Overview

The Befree Live Video Head is Manfrotto's first traveler-style fluid video head. Supporting up to 8.8 lb loads, it's suitable across a large variety of applications. At the same time, its minimalist, compact design makes it ideal for mobile video applications, such as vlogging. This head features a 40mm flat base with a 3/8"-16 mounting thread. Although compatible with any 3/8"-16 flat base tripod, it's best used with equally compact photo tripods and monopods that offer a matching 40mm base. Among these is a variety of Manfrotto Befree and Element tripods and monopods. Many of them come with a ball head, but the ball head can be removed to reveal a 40mm flat base.

The Befree Live Video Head offers pan and tilt functionality and two independent knobs for controlling pan and tilt drag separately. A Manfrotto 501PL sliding quick release plate is included and can be released by another knob on top. A pan bar is also supplied and is removable to allow even more portability.

Key Features
  • Minimalist, traveler-style fluid video head weighing under 1 lb
  • 8.8 lb payload
  • 40mm flat base compatible with many photo tripods and monopods, including Manfrotto Befree and Element models
  • Separate pan and tilt drag knobs
  • 360° pan movement
  • Includes 501PL quick release plate and pan bar
  • Bubble level
UPC: 719821412588

Manfrotto BeFree Live Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate: 501PL)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Load Capacity
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Weight
0.8 lb / 0.4 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate: 501PL)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
Fixed
Dimensions
Base Diameter: 1.57" / 40.00 mm
General
Load Capacity
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
0.8 lb / 0.4 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.55 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
13.58 x 5.25 x 4.78"

Manfrotto BeFree Live Reviews

Good for the money

By Octavio
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-04-04

It works well with small cameras

An absolute great buy!!

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

We switched over to this video head from a different Manfrotto video head and we are so happy we did! Its lighter and easier to use! Thank you B&H for such a great recommendation!!

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is the plate compatible with zhiyun crane 3 lab?

is the plate compatible with zhiyun crane 3 lab?
Asked by: Ali
Yes, this uses the same 501 style QC plate.
Answered by: Victor
Date published: 2021-01-06

Will either Manfrotto's 200 PL or 200LT PL work ...

Will either Manfrotto's 200 PL or 200LT PL work on this head? I really want something smaller on my Lumix GH5. Thanks in advance!
Asked by: Martha
They will not, this head uses the 501PL system. Instead you can look at the Manfrotto MHXPRO which is a Pan and Tilt head that uses a 200PL-14 Quick Release plate. https://bhpho.to/2badq6r
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2019-09-22

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Will this work on a Sirui P204S?
Asked by: Anonymous
It does for me! :-)
Answered by: Sean F.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Can any other quick release plates work with this head? I would prefer smaller light weight ones for spotting scope and binoculars. Thank you
Asked by: Tyler S.
The Manfrotto 501PL Sliding Quick-Release Plate with 1/4 -20 Screw B&H # MA501PL is the plate that comes with this and is the smallest possible one.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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does this come with the leveler that you attach between the head and the extension rod?
Asked by: Erick F.
The Pan Bar on the Befree Live Video Head is removable and there is a Bubble Level on the bottom of the head to assist you with balancing the head. However there is no leveling mechanism on the head. You could put this product on top of a Manfrotto 438 Compact Leveling Head before connecting it to a tripod for a ball base leveling system. You could also pair the Befree Live Video Head with the 755XB MDeVe Tripod which has an integrated Half-Ball Leveling System included already.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Can I use this on a Bogen 3001 tripod?

Can I use this on a Bogen 3001 tripod?
Asked by: David
Yes, you can use this head on a Bogen 3001 tripod.
Answered by: Geetika
Date published: 2021-01-10

question

Is this video head made for the Manfrotto MVM250A Monopod?
Asked by: Rolando Mateo
You can use this head on that monpod without issue for they have matching 3/8 mounting points.
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

What is the tripod mount thread size for this video head? 3/8 ? Thanks!
Asked by: Jong M.
This tripod has a 3/8 thread to connect it to tripods like the Manfrotto BeFree Compact Travel Carbon Fiber Tripod.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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