In an original blog post on Manfrotto Monopods HERE I went over the 560B and the 561B from Manfrotto. So many of you asked which fluid heads could fit these monopods so I wanted to do a quick video explaining what can be mounted. Due to the spring loaded 3/8 male threading on the universal mount that you will find on BOTH the 560B and the 561B, you can fit any fluid head or ball head. The 3/8 threading will invert into the base to reveal a 1/4 male thread. Manfrotto proves to be on your side yet again!
The Manfrotto 560B Fluid Video Monopod with Head and Quick Release
is a portable solution for smooth shooting with small cameras in confined spaces. The 560B maximum height is 65.5″, its folded length is 26″, the 560B supports a load capacity of 4.4 lb. This unique monopod incorporates a fluid cartridge in the base for smooth pans and has 3 mini supports at the base for firm footing on uneven ground. This is a 4 section monopod that comes with a 1/4 screw and weighs in at 1.87 lbs.
The Manfrotto 561BHDV Fluid Video Monopod W/Head
. The best of the list, but also the largest. This monopod has a maximum height of 6.56′ and a minimum height of 2.5′ and supports a load capacity up to 8.8 lbs. Included with it is a compact, lightweight fluid head. The 561BHDV is a 4-section aluminum monopod that gives you a ton of versatility. The three mini supports at the base bring added stability. The ergonomic pan-bar allows smooth panning and tilting movements. This is a true fluid head as it has internal fluid cartridges. The bigger sliding plate optimizes the position of the camera or spotting scope relative to its center of gravity. Comes with 1/4 and 3/8 screws and a bubble level. The monopod itself is 4.2 lbs.
Manfrotto 701 HDV Pro Fluid Video Mini Head
comes in at 1.8 lbs. and can support up to 8.82 lbs. With this fluid head, you don’t have variable friction control on both your pan and tilt axes of movement, only the ability to lock in place. This fluid head is smaller, lighter, and cheaper than the 501HDV but doesn’t support as much weight if you’re planning to build onto your camera with lights or mics. The 701HDV is butter smooth, but if you try to overload the 701HDV, you will compromise it’s performance.
For a small fee to upgrade, you might want to invest in the peace of mind that comes with purchasing the more expensive 501HDV fluid head. Also, supporting very lightweight equipment isn’t a problem on the 501HDV since you’ll be able to adjust the friction accordingly to balance the light payload.
Manfrotto 701HDV Pro Video Fluid Head
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Thank you so much for this info . I could not find it anywhere even in Manfrotto´s website !
Now I know I can order the 128RC head to use with my 560B-1 !!!!
I just checked the 560b and it does not have the spring load . Bad news for me
Just checked again…I can unscrew the 3/8 to reveal the 1/4 …thanks
Hi, I am looking to get 561BHDV monopod. You mentioned it comes with a fluidhead that is pretty much identical to the 701HDV pro fluid head. But then in this blog you said if your wanting to add lights and mics then i should get the 701HDV. So what do i do Olivia? The gear i will be using for video is the Nikon d7000, tamron 17-50mm and rode videomic mounted on the camera and sometimes a 160 LED light panel aswell. So would i need to get a monopod that can take the 501HDV fluid head. Also does it matter that the 501HDV is not a TRUE fluid head ? Is the 502 a true fluid head. Sorry about all the questions, please reply.
Hi Kent, the 502 is not a true fluid head. For the setup you’ve mentioned, you would be just fine going with the 561BHDV. I have one question.. I’m not clear on this, do you have a fluid head already or you do not?
Hi, I just ordered the Manfrotto 561BHDV-1 and noticed on the specs that the minimum height is 2.5′ is this with the head or without? My main concern is that I am traveling and was hoping to bring this with in my pack. I am a little worried about the length and overall size. What do you think? We will be backpacking a little and on the move. Maybe not worth lugging that thing around? Oh, and is it easy to take the head off? Everyone seems to love this thing, but not sure how well it travels. Thanks for your insight and your hard work!
Ryan, I just wrote up a blog for you: http://goo.gl/6w7u5