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Using lighter setups on fluid video heads

Started Oct 23, 2021 | Questions thread
OP WongRQ Contributing Member • Posts: 882
Re: Using lighter setups on fluid video heads

Sean Nelson wrote:

NickZ2016 wrote:

Did you balance your setup?

That Manfrotto head does not have an adjustable return spring, so even if the camera is properly balanced the head will try to return to the level position if the camera isn't heavy enough.

WongRQ wrote:

Does this mean that using video heads have a minimum payload weight for them to no longer exhibit this issue? I have concerns about putting the lock on for too long to counter this and damaging the internal components of the video head

Basically, yes - but the spring return never really bothered me using my GH5 and a standard lens. There's no worries if you tilt it up and then tighten the lock to keep if from moving - I actually keep mine stored with the head in the fully tilted up position with the lock tightened up so that the pan bar tucked down against the tripod legs to keep it out of the way - that's never been an issue for me.

I see, thanks for your reply

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