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Field Optics Research FPH-200 Pan Head

BH #FIFPH200 • MFR #FPH-200
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Field Optics Research FPH-200 Pan Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 6.6 lb
  • Arca-Type Compatible
  • 360° Pan with Independent Pan Lock
  • 2 Bubble Levels
The FPH-200 Pan Head from Field Optical Research is a compact, aluminum head that attaches to tripods with a 3/8"-16 base mount. It has a 360° independent pan axis that can be locked into place while the tilt plate is adjusted. Additionally, the head includes the FIQR200 Arca-Type quick release plate for rapid camera attachment and detachment.
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Field Optics Research FPH-200 Overview

The FPH-200 Pan Head from Field Optical Research is a compact, aluminum head that attaches to tripods with a 3/8"-16 base mount. It has a 360° independent pan axis that can be locked into place while the tilt plate is adjusted. Additionally, the head includes the FIQR200 Arca-Type quick release plate for rapid camera attachment and detachment.

UPC: 675283925199

Field Optics Research FPH-200 Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Pan & Tilt Head
Drag Control
No
Load Capacity
6.6 lb / 2.99 kg
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Pan & Tilt Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -90°
Lateral Tilt
-90° to +90°
General
Load Capacity
6.6 lb / 2.99 kg
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
Not Specified by Manufacturer
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.44 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
8.7 x 4.5 x 4.5"

Field Optics Research FPH-200 Reviews

Great Product For The Price

By Matt
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-12-09

Extremely Happy With This Product. I'm Sure There Are Better Panheads Out There, But You Can't Beat This One For The Price.

Excellent product.

By Ray
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-08-16

Well built. Affordable. Works with d5300, d7500 flippy floopy screens without hampering operation. Would buy again.

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Is the up-and-down tilt movement tightened by ...

Is the up-and-down tilt movement tightened by twisting the long handle?
Asked by: John
Yes, the long handle on the FPH-200 controls the tension on the tilt.
Answered by: Kirk R
Date published: 2022-04-11

How much does this pan head weigh?

How much does this pan head weigh?
Asked by: William
This head weighs 1lb.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2022-02-20

Is the ARCA-type plate the same standard size as ...

Is the ARCA-type plate the same standard size as other ARCA-plate products? The reason I ask is that another tripod I bought a while ago had an "ARCA-style" clamp, but it was a mini-size even thought it was indeed ARCA-style!
Asked by: John
There is no true "standard" size arca-swiss plate, but the plate that comes with the Field Optics FPH-200 is a relatively normal size and adequate for DSLRs and mirrorless cameras, or long-lens tripod collars.
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2022-03-30

Specifications for this head list 6.6 pound (or ...

Specifications for this head list 6.6 pound (or about 3 kg) capacity. Is that realistic, or is it an overoptimistic number (like many specifications are)? I'd mostly use this with lightweight equipment, but am wondering about occasional use of a DSLR rig weighing about 3.5 pounds (1.6 kg), like an APS-C DSLR and 200mm f/2.8 lens. Thanks very much.
Asked by: Gary
I found it to be wobbly unless the pan screw is tightened all the way down really tight (rather defeating the point of a pan/tilt head...)
Answered by: James
Date published: 2021-05-08
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