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Manfrotto 504X fluid video head flat base aluminium silver

Manfrotto

Manfrotto 504X Fluid Video Head Flat Base

SKU CH-8D0R-7KQ4N

Fluid video head with flat base, 4-step counterbalance up to 6.5 kg at 55 mm centre of gravity, supports payloads up to 12 kg

  • Smooth fluid movement from precision PAN and TILT drag
  • 4-step counterbalance up to 6.5 kg at 55 mm centre of gravity
  • Flat base design gives stable mounting on sliders and rigs
  • Lightweight aluminium build supports payloads up to 12 kg
  • Bridging technology successor to 504HD with refreshed engineering

Professional Fluid Head for Filmmakers

The Manfrotto 504X fluid video head is built for filmmakers and videographers who need smooth, controlled camera movement. Its flat base design provides a stable platform on tripods, sliders or rigs. The aluminium construction keeps the unit light enough for location work while handling professional payloads.

Successor to the 504HD

This head replaces the 504HD with a refreshed design and a 4-step counterbalance system calibrated for 6.5 kg at 55 mm centre of gravity. The upgrade is worth it when you need the higher 12 kg maximum payload for heavier cinema rigs or long lenses. The flat base adds versatility for mounting configurations the older model could not address.

Flat Base Mounting and Balance

Installation is straightforward: secure the flat base to your support with the appropriate tie-down screw. The critical step is setting the 4-step counterbalance to match your camera’s exact centre of gravity at 55 mm; an incorrect step causes drift on the pan or tilt axes. Always verify the payload stays within the 12 kg limit before shooting.

Highlights

  • Smooth fluid movement from precision PAN and TILT drag
  • 4-step counterbalance up to 6.5 kg at 55 mm centre of gravity
  • Flat base design gives stable mounting on sliders and rigs
  • Lightweight aluminium build supports payloads up to 12 kg
  • Bridging technology successor to 504HD with refreshed engineering

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

What flat-base mounting pattern does the 504X head use?

The head has a flat base designed for direct mounting on tripods, sliders or rigs that accept a flat-bottom video head.

How do you set the 4-step counterbalance for a 6.5 kg payload at 55 mm centre of gravity?

Mount the camera, then rotate the counterbalance selector through its four positions until the head holds level without drifting on either axis.

Which parts of the fluid cartridges need periodic checking?

The sealed fluid cartridges on both pan and tilt axes are maintenance-free; only the pan-bar rosette and quick-release plate screws should be inspected for wear.

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