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Manfrotto 526-1 Professional Fluid Video Head

BH #MA5261 • MFR #526-1
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Manfrotto 526-1 Professional Fluid Video Head
Key Features
  • Supports up to 35 lb
  • 100mm Half Ball
  • Sliding 357PLV-1 Plate with 2 x Screws
  • Variable, Continuous Counterbalance
The 526-1 Professional Fluid Video Head from Manfrotto supports camera rigs up to 35 lb and includes the 357PLV-1 sliding plate with secure, two-screw 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting. Controls are placed at the operator's left side, and the rosette-mounted pan arm can be easily removed or replaced if necessary.
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Manfrotto 526 Video Head Overview

The 526-1 Professional Fluid Video Head from Manfrotto supports camera rigs up to 35 lb and includes the 357PLV-1 sliding plate with secure, two-screw 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 mounting. Controls are placed at the operator's left side, and the rosette-mounted pan arm can be easily removed or replaced if necessary.

This head features fluid drag with three levels each of pan and tilt as well as a zero-drag setting for whip-pans and fast tilts. Counterbalance is continuously variable for weights ranging from 17.5 to 33 lb. The 526-1 mounts via its 100mm ball and can be leveled using the bright bubble.

Features
357PL-1 sliding camera plate mounts securely using two screws, either 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 (included)
Supports payloads up to 35 lb
Pro-style features include left-side controls and a removable pan handle
Continuously adjustable counterbalance, three steps plus zero setting of pan and tilt drag
Bright bubble level for easy adjustments
UPC: 719821438175

Manfrotto 526 Video Head Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
Dual 3/8"-16 & Dual 1/4"-20 Screws (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Drag Control
Yes
Load Capacity
35 lb / 16 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
Dual 3/8"-16 & Dual 1/4"-20 Screws (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
100 mm Half Ball
Counter Balance
Continuous (17.64 to 33.07 lb / 8 to 15 kg)
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+75° to -70°
General
Load Capacity
35 lb / 16 kg
Accessory Mounting
1x Pan Handle Fitting
Bubble Level
Yes
Packaging Info
Package Weight
9.77 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
15.5 x 10.6 x 9.2"

Manfrotto 526 Video Head Reviews

It was good.

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-09-13

just 1 day to get it.

Best I've ever owned!

By Tony M.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2012-01-30

Strong, smooth and adjustments are all intuitive. I was always reluctant to spend on a tripod but after this I will never go back to sub $ units.

See any errors on this page?

Does this tripod head only support a single pan ...

Does this tripod head only support a single pan arm? Is there no rosette to add an additional left pan arm?
Asked by: Nathan
This tripod head is made for one pan handle.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2019-02-21

question

can the ball mount be removed from the 526 head so it may be mounted on a flat plate? If yes, how?
Asked by: Edmond
I'm afraid not. This head works on tripods that have a 100mm bowl only, you cannot convert it to a flat base option.
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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