Benro · Three-way heads
Benro HD1A three-way pan head with PU60 plate
When to choose it
The HD1A suits studio or landscape work where you correct one angle at a time. Use its three bubble levels while adjusting the frame. Benro lists a separate front and rear tilt range and a side tilt range, so consider how much movement your camera needs rather than assuming the axes move equally.
This head includes a PU60 Arca-type plate with a 1/4-20 camera screw. If you want a scale to record exact positions across shoots, Benro describes reference scales on the HD2A and HD3A rather than on the HD1A.
Specifications
- Brand
- Benro
- Upper connection
- Arca type
- Lower connection
- Flat 3/8-inch thread
- Model
- HD1A
- In the box
- HD1A head and PU60 plate
- Plate
- Benro PU60
- Leveling
- Three bubble levels
- Head mount
- 3/8 inch
- Movement
- Separate pan, tilt and side tilt
- Amazon.com reference
- B008V770KC
Fit and buying advice
The listing and manufacturer publish different load figures. Check the guidance that applies to the unit you receive and use the supplied plate if cross-brand fit is unclear.
Care Use the bubble levels to align each direction. Check that the plate release mechanism has locked before making a larger tilt adjustment.
Related choice Benro GD3WH three-way geared head with PU70 plate ↗
Compare options in this department ↗
Documentation
Questions about this accessory
Is this the version with angle scales?
Benro highlights scales on the HD2A and HD3A. Choose by the exact model if returning to a measured angle matters.
Can I keep a PU60 plate from another Benro head?
Check the exact plate code and receiver. Benro identifies PU60 for this selected head.
When would the GD3WH be a better choice?
Compare the geared head when the job calls for small incremental changes after rough framing.
