Overview
The OConnor Ultimate 1040 fluid head boasts a greater head capacity than its predecessor, with the ability to support up to 45lbs (20kg) of payload. Despite its lightweight design, it offers the same smooth and precise drag control as larger OConnor heads, with continuous adjustment instead of stepped increments. This head also offers the same accessory options as its bigger counterparts, making it a versatile choice for cinematographers.
One of the standout features of the Ultimate 1040 is its OConnor sinusoidal balance mechanism, which provides the widest range of balance options on the market. This allows for near-zero balance error, ensuring stability and accuracy in any shooting scenario. Additionally, the head is compatible with the Flowtech®®100 2-stage 100mm carbon fibre tripod, which features unique quick release brakes for easy and instant deployment. With its lightweight design, smooth drag control, and versatile compatibility, the OConnor Ultimate 1040 is the perfect choice for cinematographers looking to switch between heavier and lighter camera setups without compromising on quality.
Summary
Max Payload: 20kg
Included in box
1x Ultimate 1040
1x Large Euro Quick Release with CameraPlate (1030-268)
1x Pan handlefor 1030 range (1030-246)
1x Pan handle extension (2575-135)
1x 100mm Ball Base (08365)
1x 100mm FT Tiedown (S2052-1100).
About the OConnor 1040 Fluid Head
OConnor Ultimate 1040 Fluid HeadThe Ultimate 1040 fluid head brings the same quality build and precision movement found the larger OConnor 2575 and 2065 heads to enable cinematographers easily move from heavier to lighter payload camera setups without compromise.Features of the lightweight yet sturdy fluid head include a stepless, ultra-smooth pan and tilt fluid drag custom designed to provide ultimate control and stability, as well as the OConnor Sinusoidal Counterbalance system that provides true, accurate balance at any point in the tilt range. Providing perfect balance even for lighter-weight cameras with counterbalancing down to zero, the Ultimate 1040 head is made with high-performance magnesium, and aluminium alloys with stainless steel and genuine carbon fibre finishing, to deliver consistent results on the most demanding sets.For camera operators, making the change to smaller, lighter cameras while retaining quality has never been easier. And most importantly, the famous OConnor feel, remains the same regardless of payload.The versatile OConnor Ultimate 1040 supports payloads from 0 to 45 lbs. (20 kg) at a 5” (15cm) centre of gravity and a +/-90° tilt range.
1040 Fluid Head 100mm Ball
Payload 0-20kg/ 0-45 lb at 127mm/ 5inches
Greater head capacity than 1030 with 0-45lbs (20kg) payload
Same OConnor ‘feel the difference’ drag feel as bigger heads with continuous adjustment (not stepped!)
Same accessory options as larger OConnor heads
OConnor sinusoidal balance mech with widest balance range (down to zero) with near zero balance error
Flowtech®®100 2-stage 100 mm lightweight carbon fibre tripod with unique quick release brakes for instant and easy deployment
Large Euro ‘Touch and go’ plate
12″ Pan Handle with 30° Bend
11.5″ Pan Handle Extension
+/- 90° Tilt Range
Smooth, Stepless & widest range Pan & Tilt Drag
Counterbalance
Sinusoidal
Full 180° tilt range from zero to max payload
100mm Ball Base Optionally Interchangeable to 150mm, Mitchell, 4 bolt, 3 bolt or quickfix.
