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SmallRig CH10 Compact Fluid Head

BH #SM3259B • MFR #3259B
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SmallRig CH10 Compact Fluid Head
Key Features
  • Lightweight, Compact Video Head
  • 6.6 lb Maximum Payload
  • 36mm Diameter Flat Base
  • Arca-Type Quick Release Plate
Create smooth pan and tilt moves with your small camera rig using the lightweight CH10 Compact Fluid Head from SmallRig. The durable aluminum fluid head features a flat 36mm base for mounting onto a separately available compact tripod such as the SmallRig UT10 using its 1/4"-20 thread. Its maximum load capacity is 6.6 lb.
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SmallRig CH10 Overview

Create smooth pan and tilt moves with your small camera rig using the lightweight CH10 Compact Fluid Head from SmallRig. The durable aluminum fluid head features a flat 36mm base for mounting onto a separately available compact tripod such as the SmallRig UT10 using its 1/4"-20 thread. Its maximum load capacity is 6.6 lb.

The CH10 compact head features a quick release Arca-type plate with a 1/4"-20 camera mounting screw for quick changing of your camera rig. It has a tilt range of +90 to -55°, it can pan a full 360°, and it features independent pan and tilt locks. The included 7.9" pan handle can be installed on either the right or left side of the head.

Load Capacity
Supports up to 6.6 lb.

SmallRig CH10 Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Drag Control
Yes
Load Capacity
6.6 lb / 3 kg
Weight
9.8 oz / 279 g
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: Arca-Type)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 1/4"-20 Female
Counter Balance
No
Dimensions
Base Diameter: 1.4" / 3.6 cm
Height: 2.8" / 7.0 cm
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -55°
Lateral Tilt
No
General
Load Capacity
6.6 lb / 3 kg
Accessory Mounting
2x Pan Handle Fitting
Bubble Level
No
Weight
9.8 oz / 279 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.825 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
9.7 x 3.8 x 3.1"

SmallRig CH10 Reviews

Small Rig Fluid Head

By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-23

Great for Wildlife, nice fluid motion for panning, light weight and easy to remove for backpacking. Definitely a step up from my previous mount!

Just What We Needed

By Donna
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-11-29

We Were Looking For A Fluid Head To Use On A Travel Tripod With Our Vortex Spotting Scope And The SmallRig CH10 Works Perfectly! It's Super Smooth And Is An Ideal Solution For What We Needed It For. Highly Recommend!

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Is this compatible with a Manfrotto 055XPROB ...

Is this compatible with a Manfrotto 055XPROB tripod?
Asked by: Johnny
Yes, the SmallRig CH10 Compact Fluid Head is compatible with the Manfrotto MT055XPRO3 Aluminum Tripod.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2025-05-25

There is two CH10 listed on the site: MFR# 3259 & ...

There is two CH10 listed on the site: MFR# 3259 & 3259B. What is the difference?
Asked by: Jean-Luc
The SmallRig CH10 Compact Fluid Head #3259B is a revision of the 3259 head that will be shipping soon. The main upgrades of the 3259B are the capability of using two screws in the QR plate. And what Smallrig calls an Anti-Lost pin is telescopic on the plate. Meaning it can be pushed in.
Answered by: Chris H
Date published: 2024-09-24
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