Vortex Summit SS-P Tripod Head Replacement

[UP NORTH]

I'm looking at replacing the head on my vortex ssp tripod. Will most fluid and ball heads attach to this model?

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[Ram94]

Yes, from what I understand you will just need to buy a 1/4” to 3/8” male stud adapter because most fluid heads are a female 3/8” and the Summit tripod is a female 1/4”.

Which head are you looking for?

 

[UP NORTH]

Yes, from what I understand you will just need to buy a 1/4” to 3/8” male stud adapter because most fluid heads are a female 3/8” and the Summit tripod is a female 1/4”.

Which head are you looking for?

I was looking at the Manfrotto befree or Sirui VA-5.

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[Camera Land]

Forget the Manfrotto. The VA5 is so much better, arca swiss and with the 20% off we offer through the end of April and the rebate right now, it's a steal. Plus a 6 year warranty vs a 1 year

 

[UP NORTH]

Forget the Manfrotto. The VA5 is so much better, arca swiss and with the 20% off we offer through the end of April and the rebate right now, it's a steal. Plus a 6 year warranty vs a 1 year

Sent you a PM.

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[Trees91]

Ever get that sirui va5 mounted on your vortex ssp tripod? I’m thinking of doing the same.

 

[UP NORTH]

Ever get that sirui va5 mounted on your vortex ssp tripod? I’m thinking of doing the same.

I decided to just sell it and bought a sirui tripod and va5 head combo from cameraland. I think its a more solid setup.

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[Trees91]

I was wondering that. That head seem like it would have been overkill on that Vortex tripod?

 

[UP NORTH]

I was wondering that. That head seem like it would have been overkill on that Vortex tripod?

Yes it could be, also you would have to have that 3/8 to 1/4 inch adapter and seems like it could be a weak point. This is the model I purchased from camerland. They will give you a deal if you call and mention Rokslide.

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[Trees91]

Thanks for the info. I’ll have to give Doug a call.

 

[UP NORTH]

Thanks for the info. I’ll have to give Doug a call.

No problem glad to help

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[mxgust]

I just did this exact thing. I have the vortex tripod and mounted the Sirius VA-5 to it. You do need the adapter. This is the first season I’ve run it but so far so good. The adapter sometimes loosens a little when it’s strapped to my pack but it hasn’t been a big issue. At some point I am planning on upgrading my tripod as well because that head is much much better than my tripod and it’s noticeable but I did the head first.

 

[mxgust]

I also think the adapter loosening issue could be solved with some loctite but I wasn’t willing to do that because I am going to get a new tripod