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Manfrotto 500X fluid video head, silver aluminium body with black technopolymer accents, side-lock quick release plate attached

Manfrotto

Manfrotto 500X Fluid Video Head

SKU CH-1FKN-SWR9H

Fluid video head with fixed drag pan and tilt, 5 kg payload and a 501PL quick-release plate for mirrorless cameras

  • Supports cameras up to 11.02 lbs for stable shooting
  • Fluid cartridges deliver smooth pan and tilt motion
  • Weighs only 2.69 lbs for easy transport
  • 1/4" and 3/8" screws plus 501PL plate fit many cameras
  • Counterbalance tuned to 2.4 kg at 55 mm centre of gravity

Manfrotto 500X Fluid Video Head

The Manfrotto 500X is a fluid video head built for mirrorless camera users who need smooth cinematic motion. It supports payloads up to 11.02 lbs (5kg) while weighing only 2.69 lbs (1.22kg). The head uses fixed-drag fluid cartridges on both pan and tilt axes for precise control. A 501PL quick-release plate with side-lock mechanism allows fast top-mounting.

Ideal for solo creators switching orientation

The hinged 501PL plate lets you flip between landscape and portrait formats in seconds, which suits social-media workflows. The counterbalance system is optimised at 2.4 kg @55mm centre of gravity, so heavier rigs or longer lenses may not stay level. Buyers needing adjustable drag or higher counterbalance settings should look at larger heads.

Fixed-drag fluid cartridges on pan and tilt

The drag level is preset and cannot be tuned, which keeps operation simple but removes the ability to match resistance to specific lens weights. If your shooting style demands variable drag for slow cinematic pans or fast whip-tilts, this head will not provide that control.

Highlights

  • Supports cameras up to 11.02 lbs for stable shooting
  • Fluid cartridges deliver smooth pan and tilt motion
  • Weighs only 2.69 lbs for easy transport
  • 1/4" and 3/8" screws plus 501PL plate fit many cameras
  • Counterbalance tuned to 2.4 kg at 55 mm centre of gravity

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What tripod thread sizes does the Manfrotto 500X head accept for mounting?

The head features both 1/4" and 3/8" screw attachments, allowing it to mount on tripods with either standard thread size.

How is the 501PL quick release plate attached to the camera, and what step is often missed?

The 501PL plate mounts from above using a side-lock mechanism; the step often missed is fully engaging the side lock until it clicks to secure the camera.

When should the 501PL quick release plate be replaced?

Replace the 501PL plate if the side-lock mechanism no longer engages securely or if the plate shows cracks or stripped threads.

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