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Key Features
- Load Capacity: 16.5 lb
- 3 Independent Movements with Locks
- Snap-Lock Controls for Fast Movements
- Integrated Incremental, Geared Movements
This 405 3-Way, Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head from Manfrotto has a load capacity of 16.5 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. It includes an integrated RC4 quick release cam lock and a 410PL Quick Release Plate. RC4 compatible quick release plates such as the 410PL can removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached.
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I need a padded bag for this very expensive head. Can you recommend one?
I would suggest this holster case by Ruggard for the Manfrotto 405 Pro Digital Geared Head - http://bhpho.to/1kcZri6. Additionally, the Adventura 140 shoulder bag by Lowepro will provide adequate padding for this tripod head: http://bhpho.to/1eqmsvt
Date published: 2018-08-27
Can I determine Yaw, Pitch and Roll with this ...
Can I determine Yaw, Pitch and Roll with this head? I Need to set-up stationary shots at very specific angles.
The Manfrotto 405 3-Way, Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head with 410PL Quick Release Plate (B&H# MA405) is called "3-Way" because it offers the standard three axes of movement (yaw, pitch, and roll). Reviewing the photos of this product on this product page, you can see a scale on each axis with degrees marked for each axis. Should you need even greater measurement precision than it offers, a protractor could be used.
Date published: 2026-01-20
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I already have multiple lenses, a camera body and other accessories that use Arca-Swiss style plates. Manfrotto uses proprietary QR plates. Requesting a recommendation on specific adapters or other ideas to be able to continue using my current plate set up with this head.
The 405 Pro Digital Geared Head uses the Manfrotto RC4 quick release system. In order to use Arca-Swiss plates with this head, you could look at the Kirk Quick Release Clamp for Arca-Type Plates (B&H # KISQRC3271 Mfr # SQRC-3271). This would allow you to use Arca-type plates on a head with the RC4 quick release system.
Date published: 2018-08-27
Is this product motorized ? I can't tell for ...
Is this product motorized ? I can't tell for sure.
This is a manual geared tripod head and not motorized.
Date published: 2020-07-23
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Can this head be modified to accept arca-Swiss plates?
Yes, it can. See answers to above question about Hejnar and Wimberley plates.
Date published: 2021-11-29
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Can I use this head on the Induro Carbon 8X CT214 Tripod leg system?
The thread mount is 3/8 . It should fit.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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Does this work well with the Manfrotto MT190CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod, considering the head weighs almost as much as the legs?
One of the advantages of Carbon Fiber is for less weight you get similar if not equal load capacity. For example if you compare the MT190CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod to its similar aluminum version B&H # MA190XPRO4, they both have a maximum height of 63, can support 15.4 lbs 7.0 kg yet the CF version is lighter 3.6 lb (1.6 kg) vs 4.6 lb (2.1 kg). The MT190CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod can use the 405 Geared Head without issue.
Date published: 2019-10-17
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Can this head be used on a Cambo U-29 Panning Camera Platform?
I don't see why not. As long as you have a 3/8 thread it should work fine.
Date published: 2018-08-27