Vanguard ALTA PH-32 3-way pan head is constructed with state of the art materials and production processes to perfect results. This fluid 3-way pan head weighs only 1. 5 pounds and features an 11 pound safety payload. ALTA PH-32 offers fantastic handle ergonomics and precision thanks to the independent control of directions. One handle offers 360 degree panning and -90 Degree -to +30 Degree lateral tilt, while the other maintains a frontal tilt range of -60 Degree -to +90 Degree, which is ideal for shooting portraits or Vertical landscapes. The fluid mechanism s smooth panning which is key for video or observation use. The handle lengths can be extended or collapsed to match your changing needs and preferences. Enhanced performance Includes: durable aluminum housing; friction control and locking system on vertical and lateral tilt handles for both handy and precise shots; unique quick panorama function button for stitching panorama pictures together and a 360 Degree scale on the base to ensure perfect matching; one bubble level for accurate 360 Degree panoramic photography or videography adjustments; A built-in safety pin to prevent accidentally releasing your camera; and qs-60 V2 universal 38mm Arca compatible plate with 1/4” D-ring screw, making it compatible with any "Arca-Swiss" Type Quick Release system.