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Manfrotto 509HD Video Head & 545B Aluminum Tripod Pro Middle-Twin Kit 100

BH #MA509HD545B • MFR #509HD,545BK
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Manfrotto 509HD Video Head & 545B Aluminum Tripod Pro Middle-Twin Kit 100
Key Features
  • Fluid Drag Head with 29.8 lb Capacity
  • 509PLONG Sliding Quick Release Plate
  • Four-Step Counterbalance System
  • Fluid Drag System for Pan & Tilt Axes
Steady your professional video system with this 509HD Video Head & 545B Aluminum Tripod Pro Middle-Twin Kit 100 from Manfrotto. Able to hold up to 29.8 lb on the fluid head, users will have excellent stability and security for their shots. The 509HD head offers a sliding 509PLONG quick release plate and a four-step counterbalance system for a quick setup. The head also features easily accessed adjustments, easy-link connectors, and is lightweight. Also, it has Manfrotto Bridging Technology with a ball bearing drag system for smooth, precise movements well suited to stills and video. An Advanced Balancing Recorder feature can save the balancing position of your camera to help expedite your next setup.
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Manfrotto 509HD Tripod System Overview

Steady your professional video system with this 509HD Video Head & 545B Aluminum Tripod Pro Middle-Twin Kit 100 from Manfrotto. Able to hold up to 29.8 lb on the fluid head, users will have excellent stability and security for their shots. The 509HD head offers a sliding 509PLONG quick release plate and a four-step counterbalance system for a quick setup. The head also features easily accessed adjustments, easy-link connectors, and is lightweight. Also, it has Manfrotto Bridging Technology with a ball bearing drag system for smooth, precise movements well suited to stills and video. An Advanced Balancing Recorder feature can save the balancing position of your camera to help expedite your next setup.

The 545B aluminum legs feature a two-stage design along with a mid-level spreader for maximum stability and control. The system can be adjusted from 17.5 to 66.3" and has an illuminated leveling bubble for checking your alignment under any lighting condition. It also has a 100mm bowl head and comes with a padded bag to keep everything safe.

Manfrotto 509HD Tripod System Specs

General
Load Capacity
29.8 lb / 13.5 kg
Maximum Height
66.3" / 168.5 cm
Minimum Height
17.5" / 44.5 cm
Folded Length
33.1" / 84 cm
Leveling Bubble/Illuminated
Yes, illuminated
Weight
21.7 lb / 9.8 kg
Head
Counter Balance System
Yes
Quick Release/Wedge Plate
Yes
Tilt Drag
Yes
Tilt Range
-60 to +90°
Tilt Lock
Yes
Pan Range
360°
Pan Lock
Yes
Legs
Material
Aluminum
Head Attachment Fitting
100 mm bowl
Leg Stages/Sections
2/3
Leg Lock Type
Flip
Center Brace
Mid-level spreader
Packaging Info
Package Weight
22 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
40.2 x 10.9 x 10.5"

Manfrotto 509HD Tripod System Reviews

536 Carbon Fiber Tripod with 509HD Video Head and Padded Car

By Ivar
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-19

We have 6 of these, bought them when released a few years ago. We do lots of stage performance filming. The long sticks let us film over the heads of a standing crowd, and you can get really low as well. This combo works very well for us. One bag was just worn out. And the tightening bolt for the pan handle must be oiled every two years. But they have endured around 2000 jobs on various venues till now, and they are most likely just as fine in five years.

great product

By Andrew
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-05-14

great product! love the counter balance recorder. no issues with this product at all.

Big Legs

By Joel
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2018-10-23

Solves the tall problems. Also can get very low. The build seems great especially for the money.

No more bumps anymore! The best panning/tilt ever.

By Gino
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-05-11

Perfect for a slider! The stability is awesome. So happy with it!

Great product, excellent price

By Anonymous
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2017-01-29

Great quality.

A lot of bang for a lot of bucks.

By Wesley
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2016-08-03

I'd been eyeing this tripod for over a year. I was having seriously trouble with my old Manfrotto 701HD head keeping up with the weight of my RED Scarlet, and knew I needed a suitable tripod to match. I wanted something versatile (in both height and load capacity), easy to carry around, heavy duty enough to take a beating, and with super smooth movement. I got all of that with this tripod. My first shoot with it was 4 days of B-roll all over the DFW metroplex shooting with a RED Epic in all sorts of situations (fields, construction sites, stairs, city streets, etc.) and this tripod handled it all amazingly. It was a breeze adjusting the height and/or angle of the legs, transferring the head to a dolly, and getting super smooth pans & tilts. The pan & tilt drag controls are a huge help in adjusting speed, and the counterbalance can deal with a hefty amount of weight, the legs don't stick at all when adjusting height, it's compact and sturdy enough to pick up and carry with the camera still attached, and balancing the head is quick, even in the dark. My only complaints are minor; I wish there were a better grip for locking the head onto the ball mount, because there isn't much to grab onto, so if you don't have a super tight grip, it could move if you're dealing with a slider. Also I wish the counterbalance was capable of handling a bit more weight, because I know future shoots might require an even more complicated and heavy set-up, and I want the option of supporting more weight if needed. Also the tools that attach to the tripod legs pop off constant, but it's not a big deal to just keep them in the tripod bag. Even though this is one of Manfrotto's more expensive tripods, I'd say it's 100% worth it. I've always been impressed with Manfrotto's quality and value, and I've used plenty of tripods twice as expensive that I didn't like half as much. So if you're a serious shooter in search of a heavy duty tripod, this is it!

Solid

By Nigel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-13

I've been using Manfrotto legs since day one and my previous sets were worn out after scores of jobs around the planet. I'm still learning about these new legs but love the on-board battery for the level and the easier to use leg extensions. I'm hoping the carbon-fibre legs will wear better than the alloy ones on previous legs. I'll report back in 10 years with an update.

Very satisfied

By Babu
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-02-17

Manfrotto 536 carbon fiber tripod is very strong and user friendly one. I am very satisfied with the quality of this product.

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question

Battery
Asked by: Anonymous
Battery: https://bhpho.to/2HPrfrN Installation: https://bit.ly/2HNRXBe
Answered by: Dennis A L.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I shoot HS hockey. In some rinks I need to setup over bleachers. Can the mid-lever spreader be removed for some situations? Thank you!
Asked by: Joel
The spreader is not adjustable or field removable.
Answered by: Mark S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Does this come with a case?

Does this come with a case?
Asked by: Aaron
This kit comes with a padded bag.
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-01-23

Battery for illuminating level bubble? I can't ...

Battery for illuminating level bubble? I can't seem to find out what battery my tripod head requires to illuminate the leveling bubble. Any ideas?
Asked by: Thomas
According to Manfrotto, it uses a CR1220-3V battery. Please see their manual for more information: https://bit.ly/3rfG8Lf
Answered by: Jeremy
Date published: 2020-12-22

Does is come with two pan handles?

Does is come with two pan handles?
Asked by: J
No, it only comes with one.
Answered by: Geetika
Date published: 2021-01-17

What model number bag comes with this kit? Is it ...

What model number bag comes with this kit? Is it the MBAG100PN?
Asked by: Delbert
According to Manfrotto this tripod comes with B&H # MAMBAG100N. https://bhpho.to/2ntSkqB
Answered by: Joseph
Date published: 2019-03-29

question

I shoot HS hockey. In some rinks it may be necessary to remove the ground level spreader. Can this be easily done? Thank you!
Asked by: Joel
Yes, it will be easy to remove the ground level spreader. We also have this same tripod in a kit with a Mid-Level Spreader if that will be a better choice for shooting Hockey.https://bhpho.to/2DxRwvH
Answered by: Joseph P.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Which tripod plate adapter would you use to mount the Blackmagic Ursa to this tripod? Is there a specific kind?
Asked by: Nicholas C.
The Sony VCT-14 tripod adapter is the most popular option for this camera (B&H# SOVCT14). This adapter is sold separately and is not included in the box.
Answered by: Muriel A.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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