Smallrig 4936 CH3 fluid ball joint

SMALLRIG CH3 Fluid Head 4936: Professional Stability & Silky Smooth Motion

Elevate your videography to a new level of professionalism with the SMALLRIG CH3 Fluid Head, a core component of the 4936 kit. Designed for discerning filmmakers, content creators, and professional photographers, this video head delivers the precision control and buttery-smooth movement essential for capturing breathtaking, cinematic shots. Forget jerky pans and unstable tilts; the CH3 provides a robust and reliable platform for your camera, allowing you to focus solely on your creative vision. Its sophisticated engineering ensures that every camera move—from slow, dramatic pans to quick, responsive tilts—is executed with flawless grace and stability.

Achieve cinematic perfection with a fluid head built for performance. The advanced stepless damping system for both pan and tilt axes gives you granular control over movement resistance, enabling ultra-slow, seamless tracking shots or fast-action follows with equal confidence. Setting up on uneven ground is no longer a challenge, thanks to the integrated 75mm bowl base that allows for rapid, precise leveling without adjusting individual tripod legs. This streamlined workflow saves valuable time on set. Furthermore, its versatile quick-release system ensures broad compatibility, allowing you to switch between tripod work and a DJI RS series gimbal in seconds, creating a truly integrated and efficient shooting ecosystem.

Key Benefits:

* Cinematic Fluidity: Experience exceptionally smooth 360° panning and +90°/-60° tilting, powered by a stepless damping system for absolute control over movement speed and resistance.
* Rapid & Precise Leveling: The 75mm half-bowl base allows you to level your camera perfectly in seconds, ensuring a straight horizon on any terrain.
* Versatile Camera Mounting: Features a dual-mode quick-release plate compatible with both Manfrotto systems and DJI RS 2 / RS 3 / RS 3 Pro gimbals for ultimate workflow flexibility.
* Optimized Balance: The adjustable counterbalance system perfectly offsets the weight of your camera setup, preventing unintentional tilting and ensuring stable, drift-free shots.
* Ergonomic Operation: A telescopic, ambidextrous handle provides comfortable and precise control over every movement, while integrated accessory mounts expand your rig-building possibilities.

Supports:

* Maximum Payload: 10 kg / 22 lbs
* Counterbalance Payload: 1-8 kg / 2.2-17.6 lbs

Technical Specifications:

* Pan Range: 360° (Stepless Damping)
* Tilt Range: +90° / -60° (Stepless Damping)
* Base Mount: 75mm Bowl
* Camera Plate Type: Manfrotto & DJI RS Compatible Quick Release Plate
* Counterbalance: Stepless, Adjustable
* Accessory Mounts: Multiple 1/4"-20 Threaded Holes
* Handle Length (Telescopic): 23 cm to 36 cm