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Leofoto Mini Fluid Head

Name: Leofoto Mini Fluid Head
Brand: Leofoto
SKU: LEBV1R
Price: 127.16 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.5 (2 reviews)

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Key Features

Compact Video Head with Flat Base
6.6 lb Maximum Load
Independent Pan and Tilt Locks
Measurement Markings on Base and Plate

Add a compact fluid head to your travel or mobile camera rig with the Mini Fluid Head from Leofoto. This durable aluminum mini fluid head weighs only 1 lb yet supports up to 6.6 lb, and it features a 2" flat base with an Arca-type sliding quick release plate. It also features measurement markings on the base and a quick release plate to assist with balancing.

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Leofoto BV-1R Overview

Independent pan and tilt locks allow you to keep one axis locked while adjusting the other, or you can lock off the head entirely. It features 360° panning and -75 to 90° tilting for a wide range of movement.

Compatibility

Tripods with flat base adapters such as the Leofoto LS-255CEX

Leofoto BV-1R Specs

Key Specs

Camera Mounting	1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type	Fluid Head
Drag Control	No
Load Capacity	6.6 lb / 3 kg
Weight	1 lb / 433 g

Head

Camera Mounting	1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type	Fluid Head
Base Mount	Flat Base (Thread Size Unspecified)
Dimensions	Base Diameter: 1.8" / 46.00 mm

Pan & Tilt

Drag Control	No
Independent Pan Lock	Yes
Independent Tilt Lock	Yes
Vertical Tilt	+90° to -75°
Lateral Tilt	No

General

Load Capacity	6.6 lb / 3 kg
Bubble Level	Yes
Weight	1 lb / 433 g

Packaging Info

Package Weight	1.54 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	12.6 x 5.8 x 3.9"

Leofoto BV-1R Reviews

Good quality, not quite big enough for large spotting scope

By Thane

Rated 4 out of 5

Date: 2022-08-24

I bought several tripod heads for use with a larger size Kowa 883 spotting scope. The quality was really good on this one, particularly the ARCA plate. Everything was machined really well. The only issue was just that the scope was just too heavy so the tilt wasn't giving enough resistance. This would probably work really well though with something lighter weight. I ended up getting the Sirui VA-5 head, which gave a lot more resistance when tilting, but maybe slightly less quality.

Works well for smaller systems

By Mark

Rated 5 out of 5

Date: 2022-08-08

Purchased this for lightweight work for occasional video use with my M4/3 system. It does that job well and is very lightweight itself, so it suits my needs perfectly. Also seems to be very well made, although I haven't used it extensively yet.

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Does this have a counterbalance?

Asked by: Daniel

Unfortunately, the Leofoto Fluid Head BV-1R does not have a counter balance.

Answered by: Richard

Date published: 2024-04-26

What is its loading weight capacity?

Asked by: Choong Rai

The Lefoto BV-1R can support up to 6.6lbs.

Answered by: jabarih

Date published: 2021-11-28

Does it offer true fluid damping in the pan ...

Does it offer true fluid damping in the pan direction, or just a pivot with a lock screw?

Asked by: Michael

The Leofoto Mini Fluid Head (B&H# LEBV1R) offers a friction-drag based system in particular (rather than a fluid-based drag system) albeit with what is generically classified as fluid movement. While this does place it in the fluid head category, it does not have a fluid cartridge associated with the pan axis, which was the subject of your question. Please note, however, that it is also not just a simple pivot with a lock screw. Rather, panning movement is friction-damped.

Answered by: Yoni S