Description
- Bridging Technology - an exclusive Manfrotto patent. A new bridge leading the videographer and photographer to even better results with todays high-definition cameras
- The 509HD’s FDS (Fluid Drag System) is based on variable fluid cartridges on both TILT and PAN axes; the ergonomics of the controls have been noticeably improved to make use of the FDS even easier
- Movement around the axes is smoothed by ball-bearing units which remove all unwanted vibration
- All of this guarantees ultimate control and excellent video camera support no matter what the situation the shooting style or the equipment set-up
- The 509HD supports kit up to 28.8lb (13kg) 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
- 509HD features the ABR (Advanced Balancing Recorder) for precision when fixing equipment ensuring a perfect balancing position saving time and making this operation much more efficient accurate and fast
- The system can be leveled thanks to the Ø100mm half ball and the illuminated leveling bubble
- Systems available with aluminum twin legs tripods (middle spreader or ground spreader) or carbon fiber single tubes tripod.