Manfrotto Tripod Heads>400 3-Way Geared Pan and Tilt Head with Select Quick Release Plates

Manfrotto 400 Overview

This Pan-and-Tilt Head from Manfrotto has a load capacity of 10.02 kg and can be attached to studio stands, tripods, or other support systems that feature a 3/8″-16 screw mount. It offers 360° of rotation, 90° of forward tilt, and 30° of backward tilt, as well as 7.5° of left or right tilt. Each of these three movements can be adjusted independently with individual control knobs, allowing you to precisely position your device relative to the subject.

The knob for the 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head’s forwards and backward tilt is located along its rear, while the knob that controls rotation rests along the head’s base. When fully turned, either of those knobs applies 8.6° of adjustment. Both knobs also feature a folding crank handle for enhanced control and reduce needed space during storage or transport.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4″-20 or 3/16″-20 screw mount can be connected to one of three included quick-release plates. An integrated, quick-release cam lock enables a quick-release plate’s removal from the top of the head by pulling the lock’s spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached. The quick-release plates measure 13, 23, or 42mm tall and are designed to be selected based on the minimum height needed for the attached camera or accessory not to interfere with the ability to move the rear control knob while its crank handle is deployed. Opposite the knob at the 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head’s base and along its cam lock is an easy-to-grip rubberized knob that when turned, applies a left or right tilt directly to the attached quick-release plate and the device placed on it.

To promote fast and repeatable device positioning, this 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head also includes a dedicated angle scale for forwards and backward tilt movements that are designed for easy visibility.

• Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8″-16 screw mount
• Can be rotated 360°, tilted 90° forwards or 30° backwards, and provides up to 7.5° of tilt, left or right
• Rotation forwards and backward tilt, as well as left and right tilt each function independently of each other and have individual control knobs that utilize incremental geared adjustments
• Both control knobs for forwards and backward tilt, as well as rotation, apply 8.6° of adjustment when fully turned
• Control knobs for forwards and backward tilt, as well as rotation, feature a folding crank handle for enhanced control and reduce needed space during storage or transport
• Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4″-20 or 3/16″-20 mount can be connected to one of three included quick-release plates
• Integrated quick-release cam lock enables a quick-release plate’s removal from and reattachment to the top of the head
• Quick-release plates measure 13, 23, or 42mm tall and are designed to be selected based on the minimum height needed for the attached camera or accessory not to interfere with the ability to move the forwards and backward tilt control knob while its crank handle is deployed
• Rubberized, easy-to-grip knob for left or right tilt applies movement directly to the quick-release plate
• A dedicated angle scale for forwards and backward tilt movements is positioned for easy visibility, which helps promote fast and repeatable device positioning
• Built-in bubble level
• Durable, aluminium-alloy construction