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product_id: 101016271
title: "Avella V501 Video Tripod Fluid Head with Quick Release Plate"
brand: "avella"
price: "€ 146.84"
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reviews_count: 8
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# 360° smooth pan Universal mount compatibility 11 lbs max load Avella V501 Video Tripod Fluid Head with Quick Release Plate

**Brand:** avella
**Price:** € 146.84
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎥 Elevate your shots with buttery smooth precision and rock-solid reliability!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Avella V501 Video Tripod Fluid Head with Quick Release Plate by avella
- **How much does it cost?** € 146.84 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- avella enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted avella brand quality
- Free international shipping included
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## Key Features

- • **Customizable Pan Bar:** Detachable handle fits left or right side with safety lock to prevent accidental slips.
- • **Rock-Solid Stability:** All-metal CNC construction supports up to 11 lbs with precision and durability.
- • **Seamless 360° Control:** Fluid head offers buttery smooth horizontal rotation and tilt from -50° to +90° for flawless framing.
- • **Plug & Play Versatility:** Compatible with 1/4" and 3/8" screws, fitting all tripods, monopods, and sliders effortlessly.
- • **Pro-Level Quick Release:** Manfrotto 501HDV plate compatibility ensures fast camera swaps to keep you shooting without missing a beat.

## Overview

The Avella V501 Video Tripod Fluid Head combines durable all-metal CNC craftsmanship with versatile mounting options and smooth 360° rotation. Supporting up to 11 lbs, it features a customizable pan bar and quick release plate compatible with Manfrotto 501HDV, making it an ideal choice for professionals and enthusiasts seeking stable, fluid camera movements on any tripod setup.

## Description

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Review: Good value - I got this to add to a Dolica tripod to support an Athlon spotting scope. It is to replace a shaky ball-head that was difficult to adjust and wouldn't really stay put with a heavy scope. This really did the trick. Easy to replace the original... a 2 minute job at most. I'm getting the hang of it. The change to this head was a very easy with a slight learning curve. It is very smooth and very stable and supports well. I like the abilty with the long handle to pan smoothly and also move vertically with ease and smoothness. So far, so good. Easy on the pocket, and good for what I wanted... a low cost, easy to use scope mount. Edit: I have very much enjoyed learning to use this as a spotting scope mount. I'm getting very quick at getting it set up and it really pans and tilts smoothly. I'm not doing video work with it so I can't speak to that but for a spotting scope mount it is very enjoyable. I did upgrade my tripod to a heavier slik 700dx and that has also made a great deal of difference. A nice head on a shaky tripod wasn't working.
Review: Get what you pay for - Changing my review to 5*. This is the best quality head you can get in this price range. Everything else is plastic. Still recommend saving/spending more for better quality. Identical to the slightly more expensive Cayer brand head, this video head fulfills the bare minimum of smooth video requirements. Tilt moves are smooth with the occasional hiccup provided the user micromanages the tilt, while pans are almost impossible to perform without jerks. Of course it is under $100, so it can't be expected to perform like a Sachtler or O'Connor. It gets the job done. I was able to get decent footage with the addition of digital stabilization to smooth out the bumps, albeit many takes were necessary to get a usable shot to start with. Locks work wonderfully, the head is solid with the only plastic being the knobs. However the alignments have poor quality control making for wobbly screws, ill-fitting rosettes and scratchy drag design in the pan system. I wanted to like this as a backup, portable head, but I can't rely on it enough to justify keeping it. Not bad for 50 bucks.

## Features

- Versatile 2-Section Pan Bar: Detachable handle can be installed on the left or right side according to your needs and the safety lock protects your camera from accidents at all times
- Durable Metal Construction: Made of all-metal precision CNC and casting technologies, the fluid head is firm and stable, rotates smoothly. Its maximum load is 11 lbs/5 kg while net weight is 1.9 lbs/0.86 kg only
- Universal Mounting Compatibility: The fluid damping tripod head with the 1/4" and 3/8" screws on the top can be used to mount the camera and telescope. Bottom base diameter 2.36 in/60 mm, Standard 3/8" screw hole on the bottom (included with a 3/8 inches to 1/4 inch screw adapter) makes it suitable for all tripods, monopods, light stands and camera sliders
- Smooth 360-Degree Rotation: Compatible with Manfrotto 501HDV release plates. The video fluid head can be rotated 360 degrees smoothly on horizontal, the tilt range is -50 to 90 and the lock is firm, so that you can take photos whatever you want
- Technical Specifications: Max Load: 11 lb, Tilt Angle: +90 / -50, Pan Range: 360, Ball Diameter: 2.36 in/60 mm, with 24-Hour Customer Service support

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07LCF9JLN |
| Best Sellers Rank | #65 in Tripod Heads |
| Brand | AVELLA |
| Color | V501 |
| Compatible Devices | Camera |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 623 Reviews |
| Folded Size | 4.7*3.9*3.9 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.4"D x 3.9"W x 3.9"H |
| Item Weight | 1.9 pounds |
| Manufacturer | AVELLA |
| Manufacturer Part Number | V501 |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 0.85 kg |
| Media Type | ProductImage, EnhancedContent |
| Model Name | V501 |
| Model Number | V501 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.4"D x 3.9"W x 3.9"H |
| Screen Size | 2.36 inches |
| UPC | 606321505608 |
| Video Capture Format | MP4, MOV, AVCHD |
| Video Capture Resolution | 1080p, 4K, 5K |
| Viewfinder Type | LCD screen |
| Warranty Description | 2 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AVELLA
- **Color:** V501
- **Compatible Devices:** Camera
- **Folded Size:** 4.7*3.9*3.9
- **Item Weight:** 1.9 pounds
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Product Dimensions:** 3.4"D x 3.9"W x 3.9"H
- **UPC:** 606321505608

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good value
*by S***K on February 28, 2024*

I got this to add to a Dolica tripod to support an Athlon spotting scope. It is to replace a shaky ball-head that was difficult to adjust and wouldn't really stay put with a heavy scope. This really did the trick. Easy to replace the original... a 2 minute job at most. I'm getting the hang of it. The change to this head was a very easy with a slight learning curve. It is very smooth and very stable and supports well. I like the abilty with the long handle to pan smoothly and also move vertically with ease and smoothness. So far, so good. Easy on the pocket, and good for what I wanted... a low cost, easy to use scope mount. Edit: I have very much enjoyed learning to use this as a spotting scope mount. I'm getting very quick at getting it set up and it really pans and tilts smoothly. I'm not doing video work with it so I can't speak to that but for a spotting scope mount it is very enjoyable. I did upgrade my tripod to a heavier slik 700dx and that has also made a great deal of difference. A nice head on a shaky tripod wasn't working.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Get what you pay for
*by G***N on March 18, 2019*

Changing my review to 5*. This is the best quality head you can get in this price range. Everything else is plastic. Still recommend saving/spending more for better quality. Identical to the slightly more expensive Cayer brand head, this video head fulfills the bare minimum of smooth video requirements. Tilt moves are smooth with the occasional hiccup provided the user micromanages the tilt, while pans are almost impossible to perform without jerks. Of course it is under $100, so it can't be expected to perform like a Sachtler or O'Connor. It gets the job done. I was able to get decent footage with the addition of digital stabilization to smooth out the bumps, albeit many takes were necessary to get a usable shot to start with. Locks work wonderfully, the head is solid with the only plastic being the knobs. However the alignments have poor quality control making for wobbly screws, ill-fitting rosettes and scratchy drag design in the pan system. I wanted to like this as a backup, portable head, but I can't rely on it enough to justify keeping it. Not bad for 50 bucks.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ More than I was expecting
*by D***T on May 1, 2022*

I've had a Manfrotto 546b tripod with a 501 head for about 10 years now, but I've got some upcoming project that will require a compact setup for ease of travel...So I bought a Smallrig tripod with a TINY fluid head. The head was impressive for what it was, but there was no way I felt comfortable with supporting the weight of my BMPCC4K, aluminum cage, rod system, follow focus, monitor, and V-Mount battery. Plus, the SmallRig had an Arca Swiss plate, which would require me to switch out regularly when going back and forth between tripods and gimbal. Enter the Avella v501. Compact, lightweight, uses standard Manfrotto plates like all my stuff, and is pretty darn good for what you pay. I'm really impressed with the size and stability. There are a few complaints that I'd read about it having no drag controls for tilt and pan, (just the friction locks,) and that the balance spring is a little bit overpowered. But it's absolutely fine for my needs, as I tend to leave my drag controls fairly loose anyway, and never really walk away from the camera unless it's locked down. Is it as good as my Manfrotto 501 head? It's certainly not as feature rich, but when you compare the footage shot with both, you can't see a difference...and that's where the rubber meets the road. AND it's just a great little tool to have when I need to be a little more portable.

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