The Manfrotto 502 Pro Video Head with Flat Base (3/8″-16 Connection) is a full-featured professional head that represents an advance over the popular 501HDV, with sturdier construction and featuring Manfrotto’s bridging technology (inherited from the 509HD and 504HD heads). This head is designed for executing cinematic moves with compact camcorders and DSLR video cameras. The 502HD comes in two versions: the ‘AH’ flat-base version and the ‘A’ ball-base version, which is separately available.

The 190XPROB is an excellent small tripod for product, close-up and copy work. It is four feet (122cm) tall with legs fully extended, plus the height of the head you use. The center column adds more height, 9.5 inches (24cm), for a total of 57.5 inches (146cm).