Manfrot to Nitro- powers your creativit y
The Manfrotto Nitrotech head fulfils the needs of those working in both the studio and out on location
“They offer a more controllable experience than a gimbal head, and allow these set-ups to be used for stills and video”
With the internet demanding a constant stream of moving images, content creators are branching out into shooting video on their DSLRs, and videographers are
thriving. Fulfilling the needs of those working in both the studio and out on location is the Nitrotech Fluid Video Head from Manfrotto – a gamechanger thanks to its unique-to-themarket nitrogen-gas-filled piston mechanism. It’s now available in a new version with a maximum payload of 12kg, joining the existing and already award-winning 8kg version. Compact, versatile & light The two flawlessly constructed, high-quality professional video heads to look for from Manfrotto are the N8 and N12, both of which deliver superlative videography. Their nitrogen piston technology allows for various combinations of cameras and accessories to be used (the camera simply clicks in from above), and for precise results to be achieved. Both heads include quick-release plates with a metric ruler, for precise positioning every time the head is mounted. The
Above: The N12 is the newest addition to Manfrotto’s Nitrotech range of video heads, which enable videographers to enjoy smooth control over their camera movements while filming. N12 includes a longer 18cm plate for balance of bigger camera rigs, which makes it perfect for video cameras in larger rig set-ups: for example, those from Red Cameras or the Sony FS7.
They’re incredibly light, thanks to their aluminium construction, and are intuitive to operate; other wellimplemented features include a handy, illuminated levelling bubble (powered by a CR1220 lithium battery) for easy set-up, a counterbalance adjustment knob, and a variable fluid drag system for smooth pan and tilt movements. A pan bar is also included to enable complete 360° rotation, along with a replaceable intermediate rosette to save wear on the head’s main casting.
A flat base mount to fit a range of supports, including sliders and jibs, makes the Nitrotech head range extremely versatile for setting up different support combinations.
The Nitrotech N8 and N12 are also both excellent for capturing sports and wildlife action via large telephoto lenses.
They offer a more controllable experience than a gimbal head, and allow these set-ups to be used for stills and video. Innovative award-winner Further advantages of Manfrotto’s Nitrotech high-tech heads include the creative fluidity of variable pan-and-tilt action for smooth, judder-free, but accurate shooting.
The heads also features a side-lock sliding plate attachment for quick and easy camera attachment; a precise, continuous counterbalance that effortlessly holds and operates a wide array of camera models in a variety of sizes. Plus, for professionals, there’s an Easy Link connector with an antirotation function that enables an external monitor and a varied selection of accessories to be fitted.
Distinctive in appearance, the Nitrotech Fluid Video Head very much looks the part, whether you choose the 8kg- or 12kg-supporting version. No wonder it won a Red Dot Award in 2017 for its impactful design. UK pricing starts from £449.95.