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E-Image EK50AAM Fluid Drag Video Head and Tripod

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E-Image EK50AAM Fluid Drag Video Head and Tripod
Key Features
  • 13.2 lb Capacity Fluid Drag Tripod Head
  • Quick Release Plate and Balance System
  • Spring-Loaded Counterbalance System
  • Adjustable Tilt Drag
The E-Image EK50AAM Fluid Drag Video Head and Tripod is a video head and dual stage tripod leg system designed for video cameras weighing up to 13.2 pounds. The head has fixed pan and adjustable tilt fluid drag for smooth camera movements. The included quick release (QR) plate attaches to your camera with either of the included 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 camera tie-down screws. With the camera attached, the QR plate snaps into the cradle, which quickly and securely attaches your camera to the tripod head. The QR plate release system features a safety mechanism to help prevent accidentally releasing of the plate. The head also features an integrated forward/backward sliding plate which allows you to balance the camera on the head for optimal operation on a shot-by-shot need.
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E-Image EH50 Tripod System Overview

The E-Image EK50AAM Fluid Drag Video Head and Tripod is a video head and dual stage tripod leg system designed for video cameras weighing up to 13.2 pounds. The head has fixed pan and adjustable tilt fluid drag for smooth camera movements. The included quick release (QR) plate attaches to your camera with either of the included 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 camera tie-down screws. With the camera attached, the QR plate snaps into the cradle, which quickly and securely attaches your camera to the tripod head. The QR plate release system features a safety mechanism to help prevent accidentally releasing of the plate. The head also features an integrated forward/backward sliding plate which allows you to balance the camera on the head for optimal operation on a shot-by-shot need.

The tripod legs are made of an anodized aluminum alloy, with a fixed mid-level spreader and rotary clamping leg locks. The foot spikes are covered by removable anti-slip pads, and an integrated elastic leg wrap helps keep the legs closed for transport.

Fluid Head
  • Load Capacity: 13.2 lb
  • Fluid Drag
    • Tilt: Adjustable
    • Pan: Fixed
  • 65mm Half ball for fast leveling
  • Bubble level
  • 90° Tilt down—camera can point straight down
  • 75° Tilt up
  • 360° Panning
  • Mounting rosettes on left and right sides
Legs
  • Load Capacity: 13.2 lb
  • Built-in fixed spreader
  • Working Height Range: 31 to 64"
  • Rotary clamp leg locks
  • Foot spikes
  • Removable anti-slip pads/foot spike protectors
  • Integrated leg wrap bungee and clip
  • Folded Size: 32"
UPC: 610708234494

E-Image EH50 Tripod System Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws with Locating Pin (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Drag Control
No
Primary Material
Aluminum
Load Capacity
13.2 lb / 6 kg
Maximum Working Height
64" / 162.6 cm
Minimum Working Height
31.1" / 79 cm
Closed Length
33" / 83 cm
Weight
9.5 lb / 4.3 kg
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Screws with Locating Pin (Quick Release w/ Sliding Balance Plate)
Head Type
Fluid Head
Base Mount
65 mm Half Ball
Counter Balance
Spring Loaded
Dimensions
Camera Plate: 2.7 x 1.7" / 69.00 x 42 mm
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -75°
Lateral Tilt
No
Legs
Primary Material
Aluminum
Leg Lock
Rotating Locking Lever
Leg Sections
3
Independent Leg Spread
No
Leg Positions
2 Positions
Foot Features
Spiked
General
Load Capacity
13.2 lb / 6 kg
Maximum Working Height
64" / 162.6 cm
Center Column
No
Minimum Working Height
31.1" / 79 cm
Closed Length
33" / 83 cm
Accessory Mounting
2x Pan Handle Fitting
Bubble Level
Yes
Detachable Monopod
No
Spreader Support
Mid-Level (Integrated)
Weight
9.5 lb / 4.3 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
14.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
37 x 9 x 9"

E-Image EH50 Tripod System Reviews

Used it a few times...

By Ryan
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2020-06-23

Disappointing. I loved this thing at first. That lasted up until my first few shoots. The head plate can slip out. I once clicked it out without hitting the release button. My 1dx mkiii almost fell the ground. Luckily my hands were around it. One of legs got my finger pretty good when it wasn't clipped. It slid down and got me. It's hard to tell with the twist locks if it's opened. The plate is also much smaller than most heads, so one, you can't use any manfrotto sized plates and when trying to attach the plate to my 70-200 lens, it wouldn't fit on the head. I loved this at first and decided to dump it on craigslist and go all in on a Sachtler 75 FSB8 and Sachtler Speedlock Ace XL system. Hopefully those two well be good enough to cover my lifelong quest to find the perfect tripod.

So Far, So Good

By Ed
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2019-03-03

Enjoying the use and versatility of this tripod.  I also really like the turn knob adjustments for the legs. Fluid head works great for panning and tilting.  I would have liked the quick release plate to be a bit bigger (to make it easier to snap into place) but Im glad it doesnt interfere with changing the battery like the Manfrotto 500 does.  Other than that I am happy with the purchase.  Using this tripod for a Canon XF-400 Camcorder.

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Will my Manfrotto 502AH Pro Video Head with Flat Base work with these sticks?
Asked by: Yvonne
We're afraid not. You will not be able to use the 502AH head on these legs.
Answered by: Joe P
Date published: 2019-06-24

question

Is the head removable? If so what size is the screw, trying to see if its possible to attach my slider.
Asked by: Jared
It is sort-of removable? The threaded portion is not meant to be removed, but I suppose with some modification it could be. That being, said the base would not be stable (it is a ball mount NOT a flat mount) and if the threaded part is removed it would not easily convert from tripod to slider mount. You would need something like out GH03F to mount correctly.
Answered by: ikan Expert
Date published: 2019-06-24

question

Is it possible to buy replacement heads or a head that is compatible with the mount of the tripod legs? My head is super stiff when panning left to right.
Asked by: Shane S.
The head is removable so yes, you could replace it with another of your choice.
Answered by: Jonathan F.
Date published: 2019-06-23
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