Manfrotto 509HD Professional Video Head

Manfrotto 509HD Professional Video Head

The 509HD systems are the result of an important technical evolution - the perfect synthesis between an innovative “bridge architecture” and Manfrotto’s cutting edge engineering: Bridging Technology - an exclusive Manfrotto patent. Thanks to the 509HD’s bridge design, the PAN friction control is intuitive and easy to set, but also protected against knocks. Movement around the PAN and TILT axes is smoothed by ball-bearing units which remove all unwanted vibration, no matter what the operating temperature. Friction control combines with a step counterbalance system (covering the full weight range of video equipment) to allow the 509HD to be fine-tuned with extreme precision for the exact in-shot movements you need.

The 509HD’s FDS (Fluid Drag System) is variable and directly controls action and resistance on both axes; the ergonomics of the controls have been noticeably improved to make use of the FDS even easier. All of this guarantees ultimate control and excellent video camera support, no matter what the situation, the shooting style, or the equipment setup.

The load capacity has also been improved: the 509HD supports kit up to 13kg (28,8lb) at 55mm c.o.g and two 3/8” threads on the top plate allow accessories, such as monitors and arms, to be fitted straight to the head, thus eliminating the need for extra clamps, saving set-up time and freeing the video camera’s hot shoe for other components.

KEY BENEFITS
• Rigidity, ergonomics, performance and unique design
• Precise and smooth movements combined with optimal performance
• Extra stability and balance while using video or photo equipment
• Fastest balancing set-up of the equipment on the head
• Flexibility to use different accessories around the camera The Manfrotto 509HD is itself a bridge, helping the professional videographer reach ever-better results, enabling your potential and leading ambitions on towards new challenges. The Manfrotto 509HD systems give you the advantage of total stability and fluidity. An advantage which allows you to go further, towards more dynamic, eye-opening and creative video.

Additional pan handle     509HLV
    
Attachment    3/8" male thread attachment type
    
Attachment number    1/4" and 3/8" screws attachment type
    
balance control    4 step: 0kg – 4.3kg – 8.65kg – 13kg
    
Front tilt    -60° / +90° tilt range
    
Half ball diameter    100.0 mm
    
Independent pan lock    yes
    
independent tilt lock    yes
    
levelling bubble    illuminated
    
load capacity    13 kg
    
material    aluminum
    
maximum working temperature    60
    
minimum working temperature    -20
    
pan bar positions    2 number
    
pan bars included (no.)    1 number
    
pan drag    continuously adjustable from 0 to max level
    
panoramic rotation    360 °
    
patent    pat. pending
    
plate type    509PLONG
    
quick release    yes
    
secondary safety system    yes
    
sliding travel of plate    83.0 mm
    
tilt drag    continuously adjustable from 0 to max level
    
weight    3.8 kg
    
working height    17.8 cm