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- Professional 3-way photo head for use with tripod equipment
- Ultra-durable lightweight technical polymer construction
- Unique spring design assists in tilt motion of head
- Newly designed ergonomic handles for extra comfort and grip
- Standard quick release plate
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Product Description
Manufacturer's Description
3-way photo head constructed of ultra-durable and lightweight technical polymer, the 804RC2 easily withstands the daily rigors of the professional photographer. A unique spring feature has been added to the 804RC2 to assist in the tilt motion of the head to compensate for heavier, off-center loads. Ergonomic and newly designed handles fit comfortably in the hands, while the standard quick release plate fits snugly in the low-profile receiver. (Plates Adapters: 200PL-38, 200PLARCH-14, 200PLARCH-38)
Product Description
Manfrotto 3-Wege-Neiger with Wechselplatte 804 RC 2
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53 of 53 people found the following review helpful
This is a 3 way pan / tilt head with QR plate, it weighs 750g, and 12cm high, and has a max rated weight of 4kg's.
CONSTRUCTION:
The majority of the head itself is constructed of technopolymer (a special plastic developed by manfrotto specifically for this job). All 3 axis of rotation have plates and markers telling you the angle you are currently pointing your camera at. The axis lock handles have a nice rubbery type grip meaning handling the head in cold weather is not a painful experience.
The mounting plate has a standard 3/8" mounting hole to allow you to pop the head on the legs of your choice. The surrounding part of the plate is angled to allow the grub screws on your tripod to fit securely on the head.
The QR plate is some kind of metal, having a standard 1/4" thread to mount a camera. The plate secures to the head using a double spring loaded lever system to aid quick fitting of the camera, and prevent inadvertent release of the camera during use. Also on the head is a bullseye type spirit level for easy levelling, however like the level on my Manfrotto legs, this is not the most reliable of devices.
IN USE...
The build, and materials used are excellent, offering a real feel of quality that one would expect from a Manfrotto product. All axis of movement are smooth, and the axis locks are great, locking the camera in exactly the right position. It must be noted that the grub screws on your tripods platform need to be tight for the pan axis to be tight. The tilt axis has a spring loading for use with heavier lenses. The handles on the axis locks feel chunky, yet tactile, offering great feel for tightening or using the axis with friction for fine adjustments. Weight wise I use this with a set of 055MF3 legs, and don't find the head especially heavy.
CONCLUSION
Getting great shots starts with having a great set-up, this means initially a rock solid platform to adjust your composition.
As a product 3 way heads are quite simple, so it takes something extra special to make one stand out for recommendation. So what makes this special?
In short, the quality of build, the materials, and the little extra details like the double spring loaded QR, and the feel of the axis locks in use. This head delivers all of this, but most importantly it offers the rock solid platform to get the shot you want.
To be honest its difficult to find anything to be critical of in this design (wonky bullseye level aside {I've never bothered using this level as I do all my fine adjustment in the viewfinder}), and as such it deserves the 5 stars I have awarded it.
CONSTRUCTION:
The majority of the head itself is constructed of technopolymer (a special plastic developed by manfrotto specifically for this job). All 3 axis of rotation have plates and markers telling you the angle you are currently pointing your camera at. The axis lock handles have a nice rubbery type grip meaning handling the head in cold weather is not a painful experience.
The mounting plate has a standard 3/8" mounting hole to allow you to pop the head on the legs of your choice. The surrounding part of the plate is angled to allow the grub screws on your tripod to fit securely on the head.
The QR plate is some kind of metal, having a standard 1/4" thread to mount a camera. The plate secures to the head using a double spring loaded lever system to aid quick fitting of the camera, and prevent inadvertent release of the camera during use. Also on the head is a bullseye type spirit level for easy levelling, however like the level on my Manfrotto legs, this is not the most reliable of devices.
IN USE...
The build, and materials used are excellent, offering a real feel of quality that one would expect from a Manfrotto product. All axis of movement are smooth, and the axis locks are great, locking the camera in exactly the right position. It must be noted that the grub screws on your tripods platform need to be tight for the pan axis to be tight. The tilt axis has a spring loading for use with heavier lenses. The handles on the axis locks feel chunky, yet tactile, offering great feel for tightening or using the axis with friction for fine adjustments. Weight wise I use this with a set of 055MF3 legs, and don't find the head especially heavy.
CONCLUSION
Getting great shots starts with having a great set-up, this means initially a rock solid platform to adjust your composition.
As a product 3 way heads are quite simple, so it takes something extra special to make one stand out for recommendation. So what makes this special?
In short, the quality of build, the materials, and the little extra details like the double spring loaded QR, and the feel of the axis locks in use. This head delivers all of this, but most importantly it offers the rock solid platform to get the shot you want.
To be honest its difficult to find anything to be critical of in this design (wonky bullseye level aside {I've never bothered using this level as I do all my fine adjustment in the viewfinder}), and as such it deserves the 5 stars I have awarded it.
29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
I've been along the same road as many who have purchased cheaper (or very cheap) equipment thinking that it 'would do'. Well, it doesn't. Having bought this head (with the Manfrotto 055XPROB legs), for less than I have spent on three previous cheaper tripod kits, I wish I'd gone for it in the first place and would strongly recommend anyone considering purchase of a tripod and head, to spend the extra and save in the long-term and avoid disappointment in both performance and results.
The differenced I've noticed between this set-up and others I've used are:
Rock-steady performance - where you set it is where it stays.
Smooth, clunk- and grind-free operation.
Quick-release plate that stays fixed where you want it rather than 'drooping' as you rotate or tilt the camera away from the horizontal. And it is small enough to keep fixed to your camera. I can also now access the battery compartment without removing the plate - which was always a major niggle on the cheaper predecessors which all had huge and ineffective release plates.
Reassuring quality that will last.
Superior results by a long way with the photos I take - particularly HDR stuff.
This is a lovely head to use: it's easy to get used to and the handles are just where you need them to be when peering through the view-finder AND - importantly - they do not get in the way or poke you in the face as you attempt to compose your shot!
Fantastic head, great value and worth every single penny.
The differenced I've noticed between this set-up and others I've used are:
Rock-steady performance - where you set it is where it stays.
Smooth, clunk- and grind-free operation.
Quick-release plate that stays fixed where you want it rather than 'drooping' as you rotate or tilt the camera away from the horizontal. And it is small enough to keep fixed to your camera. I can also now access the battery compartment without removing the plate - which was always a major niggle on the cheaper predecessors which all had huge and ineffective release plates.
Reassuring quality that will last.
Superior results by a long way with the photos I take - particularly HDR stuff.
This is a lovely head to use: it's easy to get used to and the handles are just where you need them to be when peering through the view-finder AND - importantly - they do not get in the way or poke you in the face as you attempt to compose your shot!
Fantastic head, great value and worth every single penny.
51 of 54 people found the following review helpful
I have been using this pan head with a Manfrotto MN-055 PROB tripod for about a year and I am very pleased with it. The build quality is great and it still handles like new. Panning in all directions is pretty smooth and the handles have really nice grips. The only problem is when tightening the pan head there is a small amount of movement meaning that precise locating in changing situations can be difficult but for the price this is a small issue. It is quite a heavy piece of equipment but this gives the pan head its stability. I often use the pan head with a nikon D80 and Sigma 50-500mm lens, which is a heavy combination but there is no movement in any of the bearings and the pan head feels rock solid. In conclusion, a great product at a great price that deserves a high quality tripod so highly recommended.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Excellent product for shots where you can spend time setting up
Excellent pan & tilt head made to the consistently high standard I've always found with Mannfrotto products. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Mike M
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Published 1 month ago by Pyrexial
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Recently I bought a Benbo camera tripod, which comes without a head. The frequently fitted extra is a simple ball/ clamp head to allow the camera to be swivelled about. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Bob Ward
Well finished, handsome, bad and jerky joints.
The camera plate mounts to the camera solidly, and this enters the head and stays there just fine. I don't much like the lengths of the levers, it feels like they're too short. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Kilrymont
Pan and Tilt head
Manfrotto is a name well reconised this head is good for amature to pro it is a smooth movement not jurky like some
Published 7 months ago by Radioleeds
Manfrotto 804RC2
I had a disaster with my tripod when the head got smashed due to me tripping on one of the numerous potholes in my area - thanks a lot East Dunbartonshire Council! Read more
Published 7 months ago by Hugh MCGINNIGLE
An excellent purchase
I have been using Manfrotto tripods for some time now, just the basic ball head that provides a reasonable amount of flexibility when using the tripod outside. Read more
Published 8 months ago by David M
Excellent Manrotto Head - 804RC2
Received in timescale stated, the head is well made, sturdy and easy to use. Well pleased with this purchase. Recommended for thosing taking stills, macro and panoramas.
Published 13 months ago by Azzy
manfrotto 804rc2
well packed when delivered,screw in levers and away you go,its a well made and good looking product,unsrew the levers a little to pan,tilt,ect,after a good weeks use i found the... Read more
Published 13 months ago by G. K. Clements
Top class
This is an excellent head, I just wish I had paid todays price for it! Rock solid in all conditions.
Published 13 months ago by P. Ross
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