OConnor Ultimate 2575D is a flagship fluid head for heavy film cameras. Payload 60.5 kg at 102 mm center of gravity and 47.7 kg at 152 mm; tilt range ±90°, weight 10.4 kg. Supplied with a Mitchell base.
Patented sinusoidal counterbalance keeps the camera balanced across the entire tilt range, and stepless fluid drag lets you finely adjust resistance for pan and tilt. Controls are on the operator’s side; the platform has a one-touch release lock. Suitable for ARRI Alexa, Sony Venice or RED with heavy lenses and accessories.
Ideal for
Why OConnor Ultimate 2575D fluid head (Mitchell)
- Sinusoidal counterbalance – The camera stays balanced across the full ±90° tilt range.
- High payload – Up to 60.5 kg with a load center of 102 mm and 47.7 kg at 152 mm.
- Smooth drag – Stepless fluid resistance for pan and tilt.
- One-sided control – Platform controls and scales are on the operator’s side.
Key specs
| Type | Fluid head |
|---|---|
| Head payload | 60.5 / 47.7 / 39.5 kg (load center 102 / 152 / 203 mm) |
| Bowl | Mitchell (Mitchell and 150 mm bases interchangeable) |
| Counterbalance | smooth, sinusoidal |
| Drag | smooth, stepless (pan and tilt) |
| Height | 21.3 cm (head) |
| Weight | 10.4 kg |
Construction and connections
| Tilt | +90° / −90° |
|---|---|
| Pan | 360° |
| Platform | 120 mm Euro plate (quick release) |
| Dimensions (W × D) | 31.5 × 21.8 cm |
| Handle | telescopic, 30°, 4 rosettes |
