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Manfrotto 128RC Micro Fluid Head with 200PL- 14 RC2 Rapid Connector Plate - Replaces 3130
 | Format: Electronics List Price: $95.00 Our Price: $81.34 Your Save: $ 13.66 ( 14% ) Availability: Usually ships in 1 to 2 months Average Customer Rating:   |
Features: Smooth fluid movement
Secure quick release system for easy installation and removal of cameras
adjustable for left or right handed operation
Supports up to 8 pounds
Editorial Reviews:
A lightweight fluid head with adjustable pan bar and quick-release camera plate with secondary security. Ideal for cameras up to 8.9lbs in weight. The head has smooth fluid movements, pan and tilt locks. The adjustable pan bar can be positioned either on the left or right side.
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Replaces 3130 head & works well w/ Bogen/Manfrotto tripods
Comment: I have the same head with the older model designation of 3130 (which uses the older non-notched quick-release plates as well as the newer notched 'N' plate).
This head is heavier than similar-sized heads in the model lineup but holds a 9 lb. camera well and the heft dampens vibration from below better than the lighter models (a plus for working with on-camera mic in certain environments). The fluid action is smooth and improves substantially with use. The overall quality of fit and finish is high.
When used with a Manfotto tripod the base attaches firmly with the use of the tripod's base set-screws (which secure via an inner ring of recessed beveled surfaces on the underside of this head). With that proviso, there is no problem with the head loosening as mentioned in the previous review. The size of the 3/8 inch mounting with beveled surface ring is a match for Manfrotto tripods and this unit is best used with that brand of tripod.
Considering the overall quality and modest price it is a good bet for medium-sized cameras (up to 10 lbs. or so). For smaller cameras, I switch to the Manfrotto 700RC2 which is well suiting to the new generation of "pop-can"-sized cameras (like Canon's Vixia/Ivis series). Both heads are low-cost, simple units.
Customer Rating:
Summary: good but not great
Comment: I got this head to go with a spotting scope after seeing it used by several others. First problem I had was the 3/8 mounting screw hole with no bushing supplied for 1/4-20 tripods, which used to be the standard. I had to cannibalize something else to get the bushing. Biggest complaint I have is that the horizontal traverse is much too stiff. Sometimes the head will start to unscrew from the tripod even though I have it tightened down as much as I can. It's much stiffer than the vertical traverse. I tried oiling the bushings under the tension screw but that did nothing. In fact, it is so tight that it does not always move smoothly. I assume I have a badly manufactured product, but I needed it when I got it so I had no choice but to use it. I'd look for another make and model before I would buy this 1 again.
9/25/08
I have been using this product since I originally wrote this review. While everything I stated at the time was true, I want to be fair. After considerable use the Horizontal movement has loosened up to the point that I feel it it is just about right. If I were rating it today I would give it 4 stars instead of 3.
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Technical Details
Binding: ElectronicsBrand: Bogen
Color: Black
EAN: 0719821031307
Feature: Smooth fluid movement
Is Memorabilia: 0
Label: Manfrotto
Manufacturer: Manfrotto
Maximum Weight Recommendation: 880
Model: 128RC
Publisher: Manfrotto
Studio: Manfrotto
