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Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System - The new 500, which replaces the 701HDV, is a lightweight video head featuring a wider platform to accommodate both HDSLR and interchangeable lens camcorder, as well as a sliding plate that ensures the appropriate balance even when shooting with very long lenses.
The 500, the entry level of the Bridging Technology™ series, ensures smooth shots and fine control of up to 5kg of equipment. Its brand new side lock allows fast, secure and easy camera attachment.
KEY BENEFITS
· Beautifully smooth shots
The 500 has real fluid cartridges on both pan and tilt axes to ensure that every movement made with the camera is smooth,
controlled and precise, avoiding the jarring starts, stops and staggers that mark poor footage. With more usable, beautiful video from
every assignment, you’ll be thankful for the fluidity when you get to the post-production and editing of your films.
· Better equipment support and balance
The wider shape of HDSLR bodies is solidly supported by the 500’s broader, longer top plate. A design made possible by the
structural advantages of Manfrotto’s Bridging Technology™.
The longer sliding plate has a greater range of adjustment to balance the different cameras, lenses and accessory equipment
setups.
· Faster, easier and safer to use
The new side lock allows the plate to click quickly into the 500 from above. No more fiddly alignment and delicate sliding.
No secondary safety button is needed either. The single side lock system also makes it quicker and simpler to lift the camera off the
head. Its counterbalance is pre-set to 2.4kg (5.3 lbs), but the 500’s max load is 5kg (11lbs).
The 500 has one Easy Link 3/8” connector to allow an external monitor or other accessory equipment to be fitted.
Weight 3.1kg
Max Load 5kg
Counter balance 2.4kgs
Min Height 67.5cm
Max Height 154cm
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (4)
- Professional quality (4)
- Compact (3)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (4)
- In the studio (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
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Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
I've only had the tripod for a short time and, with my new camera, am in trialling mode. I'm just getting the knack of using the base plate with my camera as it's not a slide in mechanism--the control for managing the quick release mechanism needs to be undone to the correct amount for the plate to slip in easily--then it's really easy--so mastering the feel of that control is important. The head's movement is smooth and easily managed. Looking forward to many opportunities to use this tripod.
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Quite light tripod with good fluid head for a low price, not quite as good as miller solo dv but about a third of the price
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Light and sturdy tripod with smooth pan and tilt action. The quick release system initially worried me, but I have found it to be just as safe as it is quick.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
- Wedding Films
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Great product. Well built. easy to use with my GH4 cameras. Loving it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Great tripod for interviews, and fast set-ups.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Great for fluid movement.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Flimsy
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
- Wedding videography
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Really happy with this tripod for the money I paid, awesome value. Most of my work is as a wedding videographer, and I use GH4s with Panasonic glass so my camera setup is pretty light! It's perfect for this, I was previously using the 190prob photo tripod with the same 500 head, but it was horrible to work with, I just couldn't afford much at the time.
Really happy I went with this tripod as when I'm running around a wedding I want stable, clear shots, with the ability to pick up the tripod, move quickly to another spot and set up without the legs sticking, or making any noise.
It's nice and light, It collapses nicely, I'm 6ft so my camera screen is pretty much in front of my face at the highest setup.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent quality
- Perfect performance
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
This was a gift for my daughter & she is over the moon with the quality and its capabilities.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Beautiful finish
- Smooth Pan Tilt
Cons
- Single Camera Lock
Best Uses
- Medium To Small Camcorder
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
Use with high-speed cameras
Light and sturdy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Ball Head
- Compact
- Lightweight
Cons
- Different Locking Method
- No Foot Spikes
- Tiny Bubble
Best Uses
- Light To Mid Vid Cams
- Travel
Comments about Manfrotto MVK500AM ALU Twin Leg Video Tripod System:
This tripod is quite light and easy to carry. The plate and receiver combo are a bit different... the plate drops in at an angle rather than sliding in. It was a bit clunky at first but I have the hang of it now. The head is smooth and easy to level, but the bubble is tiny and hidden away under the receiver. This is by no means the best tripod I've owned and used, but it's great value, especially if you work in the field a lot and weight is important.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Q:
Does this come with a base plate?Asked on 26/5/2017 by Lachlan from Queensland1 answer
A:
The QR plate is included in the tripod kit.Answered on 28/5/2017 by Sales Team from Videoguys
Q:
The specs state that it has a maximum height of max height of 154cm. Is this for the legs only? The head only? Surely it extends taller than 154?Asked on 30/7/2015 by Darmen1 answer
A:
The measurement is just the tripod(legs only).Answered on 30/7/2015 by Sales Team from Videoguys
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