Sachtler Video 18 S1 is a fluid head with a 100 mm ball base for cameras 2–18 kg (with Boost function). It has 16 counterbalance steps, 7 + 0 drag, tilt +90°/−70° and weighs 3.3 kg.
Touch & Go 16 plate allows quick camera changes, and a self-illuminated level simplifies leveling in the dark. Operating range −40 to +60 °C. Combine with legs with a 100 mm bowl.
Ideal for
Why Sachtler Video 18 S1 fluid head (100 mm)
- 16 counterbalance steps – Fine counterbalance adjustment; Boost extends the payload capacity.
- Drag 7 + 0 – Seven drag steps on both axes plus zero.
- Touch & Go – Quick camera mounting with Touch & Go 16 plate.
- Spirit level with illumination – Horizon leveling even in darkness.
Key specs
| Type | Fluid head |
|---|---|
| Head payload | 2–18 kg (with Boost) |
| Bowl | 100 mm |
| Counterbalance | 16 steps + Boost |
| Drag | 7 + 0 steps (horizontal and vertical) |
| Height | 17.3 cm (head) |
| Weight | 3.3 kg |
Construction and connections
| Tilt | +90° / −70° |
|---|---|
| Plate | Touch & Go 16, counterbalance 120 mm |
| Spirit level | self-illuminating Touch Bubble |
| Operating temperature | −40 to +60 °C |
