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product_id: 1154431
title: "Manfrotto 502 Video Head with 75mm Half Ball MVH502A"
brand: "manfrotto"
price: "R574"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1154431-manfrotto-502-video-head-with-75mm-half-ball-mvh502a
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 75mm half ball for smooth panning Built-in counterbalance system 13.2 lbs max payload Manfrotto 502 Video Head with 75mm Half Ball MVH502A

**Brand:** manfrotto
**Price:** R574
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎬 Elevate your shot game with precision that professionals crave!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Manfrotto 502 Video Head with 75mm Half Ball MVH502A by manfrotto
- **How much does it cost?** R574 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1154431-manfrotto-502-video-head-with-75mm-half-ball-mvh502a)

## Best For

- manfrotto enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted manfrotto brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** Wider and longer top plate ensures your camera stays perfectly balanced, even under heavy loads up to 13.2 lbs.
- • **Lightweight Yet Durable:** Crafted from premium aluminum, this head balances strength and portability for professionals on the move.
- • **Counterbalance Confidence:** Integrated counterbalance system keeps your camera steady and perfectly poised, eliminating unwanted drift.
- • **Accessory-Ready Flexibility:** Easy Link connectors let you seamlessly attach your favorite accessories—expand your creative toolkit on the fly.
- • **Effortless Precision Control:** Pan fluid drag and ball-bearing system deliver buttery smooth, ultra-responsive movements for flawless shots every time.

## Overview

The Manfrotto 502 Video Head with 75mm Half Ball MVH502A is a lightweight, aluminum fluid head designed for professional videographers and photographers. It supports up to 13.2 lbs, features a pan fluid drag system and ball-bearing drag for smooth, precise movements, and includes a built-in counterbalance system for enhanced stability. Its wider, longer top plate and Easy Link connectors provide superior balance and accessory compatibility, making it a top choice for high-performance camera setups.

## Description

This head is the perfect synthesis between and innovative "Bridge Architecture" and manfrotto's Cutting edge engineering. A pan fluid drag system gives more ergonomic operation while a wider top plate and longer sliding plate offer extra stability and balance. This head offlbs @mmers an even more rigid structure for maximum precision and improved responsiveness. The built in easy link connectors offer extreme flexibility for accessory attachments. The counterbalance system and ball bearing drag sysem both offer precision and smoothness of operation. This head has been carefully constructed from lightweight modern materials for optimal balance of strength and size. Technical Specifications: Max Payload 13.2lbs; CSB 8.8lbs@55mm; FDS pan variable cartridge; FDS tilt variable cartridge; Tilt range +90° / -85°; Camera fixing quick release; Top plate 140mm 5.5 inches; Half Ball Ø75mm; Height 5.1in.; weight 3.5lbs.

Review: Strong and smooth, works great! - Best on the market for this size. I have a camera that goes almost to the edge of its weight limit and this tripod performs very well. Smooth and strong. The tripod I have is an old tripod that happens to be compatible and needed a new head, it’s like I’m using a new set of everything. Great product, got here on time and I’m loving it.
Review: great Head, wierd lock positions - So, I'm upgrading from a provista V fluid head. This is a great head, don't get the 4 out of 5 stars fool you. This head has everything I wanted. It's light weight, has a 75mm bowl, has tension adjustments, and is very durable. The only thing I don't like about this head is the tension locks. Mainly I'm annoyed by where the tilt tension lock knob is. It's on the right side of the head. Normally tension knobs are on the left for tilt, and in the front for pan. This one is on the right, making it hard to position your shot with your right arm (the usual way you grip a tripod arm) and then having to reach around to the front all the way to the right side of the head to lock it down. This is especially tough when you are trying to lock down a shot just right... That's my only gripe, everything else is amazing about this head.

## Features

- Pan fluid drag system
- Easy Link connectors for easy attachment of accessories
- Wider and longer top plate for extra stability
- built in counterbalance system
- Ball-bearing drag for precise, smooth movements

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B005ZMWSI0 |
| Aspect Ratio | Unknown |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,709 in Tripod Heads |
| Brand | Manfrotto |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Camcorder, HDSLR Camera |
| Customer Reviews | 4.0 out of 5 stars 46 Reviews |
| Folded Size | 29.53 inches |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00719821334644 |
| Head Type | Ball Heads |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15.7"D x 8.5"W x 8.5"H |
| Item Weight | 1.92 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Manfrotto |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Model Number | MVH502A |
| UPC | 033587015969 719821334644 610074021742 |
| Weight Limit | 13.2 Pounds |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Manfrotto
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Camcorder, HDSLR Camera
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Item Weight:** 1.92 Kilograms
- **Weight Limit:** 13.2 Pounds
- **Tripod Head Type:** Ball Heads
- **Folded Size:** 29.53 inches
- **Product Dimensions:** 15.7"D x 8.5"W x 8.5"H
- **Manufacturer:** Manfrotto

## Images

![Manfrotto 502 Video Head with 75mm Half Ball MVH502A - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51w7NIMso4L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strong and smooth, works great!
*by N***O on July 19, 2019*

Best on the market for this size. I have a camera that goes almost to the edge of its weight limit and this tripod performs very well. Smooth and strong. The tripod I have is an old tripod that happens to be compatible and needed a new head, it’s like I’m using a new set of everything. Great product, got here on time and I’m loving it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ great Head, wierd lock positions
*by E***P on March 23, 2014*

So, I'm upgrading from a provista V fluid head. This is a great head, don't get the 4 out of 5 stars fool you. This head has everything I wanted. It's light weight, has a 75mm bowl, has tension adjustments, and is very durable. The only thing I don't like about this head is the tension locks. Mainly I'm annoyed by where the tilt tension lock knob is. It's on the right side of the head. Normally tension knobs are on the left for tilt, and in the front for pan. This one is on the right, making it hard to position your shot with your right arm (the usual way you grip a tripod arm) and then having to reach around to the front all the way to the right side of the head to lock it down. This is especially tough when you are trying to lock down a shot just right... That's my only gripe, everything else is amazing about this head.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality Product
*by A***G on February 21, 2019*

Like the sturdiness and quality built. Dislike the fact that it does not have options for attachments such as cell phone.

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-04*