At IBC 2025 in Amsterdam, Vinten was showing its brand new Versine 240 Fluid Head. This is essentially a lightweight version of the Versine 360 Fluid Head that was unveiled back at IBC 2024.
Key features
- Load Capacity: 53 lb
- Tilt Range: ±90°
- Continuous Counterbalance
- Independent Pan & Tilt Drag Adjustment
- 100mm Half Ball Base Mount
- Ambidextrous Telescopic Pan Handle
- Sliding QR Plate with Two 3/8″-16 Screws
- Illuminated Bubble Level
- Supports Large Broadcast Setups
Combining strength and mobility with a professional feature set, the Versine 240 Fluid Head from Vinten supports rigs up to 53 lb while weighing only 10.3 lb when fully equipped. Engineered for roaming production setups, the Versine 240 is compact yet capable, offering ±90° tilt, independent TF30 pan and tilt drag adjustment, and a continuous counterbalance for smooth, precise control at any angle. Its lightweight magnesium chassis, all-metal construction, and illuminated operator-side controls make it equally suited for news gathering, sports coverage, or live event broadcasting.
With a 100mm half-ball base and sliding quick-release plate, the Versine 240 ensures secure, versatile mounting for a wide range of cameras and lenses, including heavy 40x zoom systems. Three rosette mounts offer flexible attachment of the included pan handle and other accessories, while the integrated illuminated bubble level simplifies alignment in fluctuating environments. Compact, durable, and designed for years of consistent performance, the Versine 240 Fluid Head delivers the responsiveness and balance needed for demanding, fast-paced video production.
Performance
- Maintains smooth, precise framing with independent TF30 pan and tilt drag adjustment
- Achieve perfect camera balancing with the adjustable, continuous counterweight
- ±90° tilt range for capturing a wide range of camera angles
- Rosette mounts on both sides for ambidextrous operation of the telescopic pan handle
- Illuminated bubble level and controls for low-effort adjustments
- All-metal construction delivers years of dependable operation
Adaptability
- For lightweight digital cinema rigs to robust broadcast setups up to 53 lb
- The 9 lb magnesium chassis is light enough for the field and strong enough for the studio
- Supports long zoom lenses for sports, news, and other video-capturing applications
- Quick release plate with 4.9″ sliding range and two 3/8″-16 screws for camera mounting
- Compatible with the Vinten Multi-Functional Base Assembly for flexible mounting options
Price & Availability
The Vinten Versine 240 Fluid Head will be available soon for $9,851.50 USD.
