The Vision 3 is the smallest and lightest pan & tilt head in the Vision range. Designed for the new digital age of smaller, lighter video cameras, the Vision 3, weighing in at just 5.0 lb incorporates many key features you would usually only expect to see in larger, more expensive heads.
The Vision 3 comes with an illuminated leveling bubble for quick and easy set-up, detented and calibrated drag controls using Vinten's Lubricate Friction (LF) system, plus a full ±90° of smooth tilt movement. To provide balance over a range of payloads from 2.2 lb to 22 lb, the Vision 3 incorporates a unique and easily interchangeable spring.
Perfect Balance with Interchangeable Springs
The Vision 3 pan & tilt head achieves the Perfect Counter Balance by means of an innovative and unique interchangeable spring balance mechanism, allowing the use of a variety of camcorders with different payloads. This allows the heads to tilt through the full range of ±90° in perfect balance. Eliminating a considerable amount of physical effort required by the operator to control the tilting action. The balancing mechanism is both compact and lightweight - vital in ENG production where head size and weight are key benefits in flexibility, handling and portability.
LF (Lubricated Friction) Drag Control
To provide the right amount of resistance, the Vision 3 uses the field proven Vinten LF (Lubricated Friction) damping system. Featuring a progressive, stiction free drag, where the torque is provided from a sliding contact between dissimilar surfaces. The variable drag is adjusted to provide a non-linear torque speed characteristic, which allows "whip pan" movements.
Quick Setup
Unique design features allow fast setup - a must if you are continuously on the move. The leveling bowl has a double threaded screw shank, which allows the bowl lock to be tightened and released quickly. Very handy when you are constantly adjusting the bowl to level the camera (especially on uneven terrain).
Tough die-cast body ensures robustness, while quality design and construction provide a lifetime of precision.
Adjustable camera mounting plate with unique rubber grip strips holds the camera rock steady.
Built-in illuminated bubble for horizontal leveling, ensuring easy leveling even under unfavorable lighting conditions.