Magnus VT-300 Video Tripod with Fluid Head
- 15 lb load capacity, DSLRs and small camcorders
- 64.3 in max height with center column raised
- 52 in height with center column lowered
- 25 in minimum height
- 26.5 in folded length
- 360 degree pan, tilt from -90 to 85 degrees
- 4.5 lb aluminum build
- 3 leg sections, flip-lock legs
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A light fluid head video tripod for DSLR and small camcorder shooters who want smooth pans and quick setup. Heavier rigs and long lenses will push past its load rating.
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ASIN: B005GMWNY8Model: VT-300Category: Camera Tripods
Overview
Not a photo tripod with a ball head, the Magnus VT-300 pairs aluminum flip-lock legs with a built-in fluid effect video head for smooth pans and tilts. A hand crank raises the geared center column, a locking mid-level spreader steadies the legs, and a bubble level helps on uneven ground.
Smooth pans with independent locks and a crank-driven column are why video shooters reach for it, and the included case and pan bar make it travel ready. The head is built in, so it cannot be swapped, and the load limit rules out heavy cinema rigs.
Who it's for
Event filming, interviews and travel video with a light camera match its fluid head and quick flip locks. Shooters with heavy rigs, or those who need spiked feet on soft ground, should look at a sturdier system.
Pros and cons
- Fluid effect head with independent pan and tilt locks
- Crank-driven geared center column
- Locking mid-level spreader
- Built-in bubble level
- Head is built in, not swappable
- No spiked feet for soft ground
- Bubble level is not illuminated
- Plastic parts mixed into the build
Performance notes
Pan and tilt smoothness comes from the fluid effect damping in the head, while separate locks hold a framed shot without drift. Leg stability depends on the locking mid-level spreader and on raising the center column only as far as needed, since height on the column adds sway. Rubber feet grip hard floors, but without spikes they offer less grip on soft ground.
Specifications
| Brand | Magnus |
|---|---|
| Model | VT-300 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum height | 64.3 inches |
| Minimum height | 25 inches |
| Weight | 4.5 pounds |
| Folded length | 26.5 inches |
| Load capacity | 15 pounds |
| Height column lowered | 52 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Pan range | 360 degrees |
| Tilt range | -90 to 85 degrees |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum, plastic |
| Other details | |
| Leg sections | 3 |
| Leg lock type | Flip-Lock |
| Spiked feet | No |
| Center column | Geared, hand crank |
| Bubble level | Yes, non-illuminated |
| Quick release plate | VT-QRP30, 1/4-20 screw |
| Spreader | Integrated locking mid-level |
Frequently asked questions
What comes in the box with the Magnus VT-300?
The tripod with its fluid head, a pan bar, a VT-QRP30 quick release plate and a carry case with a shoulder strap.
Can I replace the head on the Magnus VT-300?
The video head is built in and integrated, and the listing gives no way to swap it for another head.
Does the VT-300 work with a camcorder?
Yes. It is listed for cameras and camcorders, and the quick release plate uses a 1/4-20 camera mounting screw.
Are the Magnus VT-300 feet replaceable?
Yes, the rubber feet are replaceable. There are no spiked feet.