Its predecessor has been helping people get amazing results all over the world for decades. Now, the winning formula is being improved by the Sachtler Video 18 S2 Fluid Head, which can support a payload of up to 22 kg and is a perfect fit for a wide range of video projects. This operational versatility is added to by 16-steps of counterbalance and seven steps of pan and tilt drag, which allows you to work intuitively safe in the knowledge that movement will always be smooth and seamless.

The Touch & Go quick release camera plate and sliding balance platform mean that once you’ve clicked your camera into place, the entire platform adjusts to balance your setup. The Sachtler Speedbalance technology provides lightning fast weight compensation, making the Video 18 S2 a time-saver as well as a reliable part of your gear.

 

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Technical Specifications

Range Video Video
Payload 2 kg to 22 kg 4.4 lb to 48.5 lb
Counterbalance 16 steps + Boost Button 16 steps + Boost Button
Drag 7 + 0 drag settings 7 + 0 drag settings
Weight 4.1 kg 9 lb
Pan Bar Length 35 cm to 52 cm 13.78 in to 20.47 in
Pan Bar Type Pan bar Plus (Right) Pan bar Plus (Right)
Pan Bar Attachment 18/22/32 mm 18/22/32 mm
Pan Bar Count 1, telescopic 1, telescopic
Level Bubble Yes, illuminated Yes, illuminated
Battery Type CR2032 CR2032
Adaptor Viewfinder Extension Optional Adaptor Optional Adaptor
Bowl Size 100 mm 100 mm
Camera Plate Touch & Go plate 16 Touch & Go plate 16
Temperature Range -40 °C to 60 °C -40 °F to 140 °F
Tilt Range +90° to -70° +90° to -70°
Sliding Range 12 cm 4.72 in

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