Specifications

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5
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11lb 19.8lb
Blue spring - minimum
Blue spring - MAXIMUM
Yellow spring - minimum
Yellow spring - MAXIMUM
PRO FLUID VIDEO HEAD 519
Video heads
FEATURES
5.9in 6.4lb 22lb 3433PL 75mm
It’s a fact that not all cameras weigh the same. Some mini DV cameras may weigh only 2 lb while professional grade DV
cameras can weigh up to 22 lb. Professionals have as many equipment options as they do shooting styles, utilizing a
wide range of different cameras including MINI DV, DVCAM, HD, and ENG. When using numerous accessories, many of
these setups can quickly overload video heads above the maximum recommended weight. Understanding the problem
that professional videographers face, Manfrotto has developed the 519, a compact, yet heavy duty fluid video head
capable of accommodating a counterbalance payload from 3.3lb up to 19.8 lb. This is a revolutionary breakthrough from
Manfrotto, as the 519 will be the only video head on the market encompassing both interchangeable and adjustable
counterbalance springs. Combining both features will allow videographers to easily interchange a vast array of cameras
of various weights as well as quickly fine tune the perfect balance point of whatever camera being used, all with just one
head! In addition, fluid drag is easily controlled with a large numbered knob in seven increments. Drag can be adjusted
from the highest possible setting to nearly zero drag, allowing for the finest control through 360º pan and +90º to -90º
tilt. For camcorders with lots of extras, we recommend the 501PLONG long plate. This plate will enable you to better
balance the unusual weight distribution of the camcorder on your head.
BALANCE SPRINGS
SUPPLIED WITH HEAD
1 Pan Locking Knob
2 Pan Drag Control
3 Spirit Level
4 Tilt Locking Knob
5 Tilt Drag Knob
6 Counterbalance Adjustment Knob
7 Sliding Quick Release Plate
8 Sliding Quick Release Knob
9 Sliding Plate Safety Release Button
10 Interchangeable Pan Bar Rosette
Tilt +90° -90°
Tilt Drag Variable (7 steps)
Independent Tilt Lock Yes
Pan 360°
Pan Drag Variable (7 steps)
Independent Pan Lock Yes
Variable Balance Control Yes (Operated by two interchangeable and adjustable springs,
the blue one from 3.3 to 11 lb and the yellow one from 11 to
19.8 lb @ 125 mm CG and 60° from tilt inclination)
Head Bowl
75 mm
Leveling Bubble Yes
Telescopic Pan Handle 1
Additional Pan Handle 519LV (available as an option)
Optional Quick Release Plate 501PLONG
Sliding Quick Release Plate Supplied with: 3/8” and 1/4-20” camera screws
Sliding Travel of Plate 58 mm
Temperature Range 4°F 140°F
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
COUNTERBALANCE GRAPH
Payload lb
Height of center gravity from plate mm
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