The Leofoto BV-30M Fluid Tripod Head for video tripods is a smooth and comfortable balance system for precision camera operation. The head is equipped with a standard Manfrotto style quick release plate and can support up to 44 pounds of gear. The 180° tilt and 360° pan ranges are equipped with four fluid drag settings and are assisted by a continuous dynamic counterbalancing system. All of this is backed up by an automatic locking mechanism to prevent accidental tipping. It is designed with professional camera operators in mind, accommodating both left- and right-handed individuals with its configurable pan handle.
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Key Features
- Professional Fluid Tripod Head
- 75mm Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Thread
- 180° Tilt | 360° Pan
- Manfrotto Quick Release Plate
The Leofoto BV-30M Fluid Tripod Head for video tripods is a smooth and comfortable balance system for precision camera operation. The head is equipped with a standard Manfrotto style quick release plate and can support up to 44 pounds of gear. The 180° tilt and 360° pan ranges are equipped with four fluid drag settings and are assisted by a continuous dynamic counterbalancing system. All of this is backed up by an automatic locking mechanism to prevent accidental tipping. It is designed with professional camera operators in mind, accommodating both left- and right-handed individuals with its configurable pan handle.
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Leofoto BV-30M Overview
Leofoto BV-30M Specs
Key Specs
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| Head Type | |
| Drag Control | |
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| Weight |
Head
| Camera Mounting | |
| Head Type | |
| Base Mount | |
| Counter Balance | |
| Dimensions |
Pan & Tilt
| Drag Control | |
| Independent Pan Lock | |
| Independent Tilt Lock | |
| Vertical Tilt | |
| Lateral Tilt |
General
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| Accessory Mounting | |
| Bubble Level | |
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Leofoto BV-30M Reviews
Great build quality but misleading capacity
By Jeanlou
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2024-03-22
Fluid head has a solid build, entirely metal. I personally liked that location of both pan and tilt locking knobs similar to true cinema heads in the likes of O’Connor. Now the tricky part, load capacity is advertised as 20kg (44lb) but max balance capacity is only 5kg (11lb). When tested with simple Bolex and a Canon C300 setup the limit balance load was closer to 3.5kg (7.7lb). For me it didn’t work, with these limitations it feels way overpriced.
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My camera baseplate is Arca-Swiss compatible. How ...
My camera baseplate is Arca-Swiss compatible. How can i fix my camera on this head?
To mount an Arca-Swiss plate to the Leofoto BV-30M Fluid Tripod Head, you could mount an Arca-Swiss quick release clamp to the tripod's quick release plate, like the CAMVATE Arca-Swiss Quick Release Clamp (2.8"), B&H # CAC2903.
Date published: 2025-09-16
Is the balance range of this head 0-5kg or ...
Is the balance range of this head 0-5kg or 5-10kg?
The Leofoto BV-30M Fluid Tripod Head has a Balance Load: 0-5kg (0 - 11lb).
Date published: 2023-12-17
Are the rosettes M8 or 1/4-20?
Are the rosettes M8 or 1/4-20?
The Rosettes are only for mounting the additional or relocating the pan bar. The screws are 1/4" but bay be more than "20."
Date published: 2023-08-30
Would this head prevent any minor vibrations with ...
Would this head prevent any minor vibrations with Sony 600 GM prime lens paired with 1.4x tele (840mm FL)?
The Leofoto BV-30M Fluid Tripod Head has dampening settings that can help with some sudden vibrations; however, with a long focal length like this, there could still be some vibrations.
Date published: 2025-09-15