Fluid Head

[DDirector]

Is there a fluid head that will support my camera (18lbs fully loaded)
One that is also small and lightweight and good for travelling?
3/8" thread, 75mm bowl or 100mm bowl accepted

I have one that is larger (@6lbs and supports around 30lbs+) this one is suitable for on location or with a heavier rig.
But its not great for travelling work.

I dont really trust the specs. My fluid head says it is only 4lbs. Its heavier by almost 2lbs. Same as the load capacity. I feel it can support and balance a heavier camera.

 

[Victor Nhat Nguyen]

My dream head is Sachtler FSB8 it supports 2-20 pound. It weights 4.7 pound base on B&H. It's 75mm but I think can easily be switch to 3/8

 

[paulears]

Keep in mind that heavier weights on ⅜ stud can snap if the load is out of balance. Even if you balance it up, adding or removing attachments can suddenly put a lot of stress on the thread. A friend had a Manfrotto cheaper head that he brought to me to see if I could remove a broken off stud. Older camera mounts using these used special treated bolts, but the slightly gold colour of many modern ones suggests some form of alloy is in use?