Is it possible to attach/interchange other heads to the center column AND directly to the tripod (column removed)?
1740027
No, unless you fabricate something to accept1/4 ro 3/8 thread. You must use center column.
1740028
The answer to both questions seems to be no. The center column is an integral part of the tripod. And while Sirui makes other heads I don't see a way to remove the one that is on the column.
1740029
I have placed a variety of different heads on the center column to date. It has a reversible threaded element that allows attachment of both the 1/4" and 3/8" ballheads. I never tried anything with the center column removed, but tried it for your question. Center column comes off leaving a threaded portion that the reversible element screws right into. My answers are therefore "Yes" and "Yes".
29027
Sure! Fasten the pan lock screw, then hold either the tilt or pan handle and turn anticlockwisely to remove the head. This is described in the instruction that comes with the tripod, and I have tried that.
747664
Yes it can. Many have bought the tripod just for the legs with the intention of changing the head to a better one.
732829
Yes, you will need some form of head. I believe the tripod has a 3/8" thread for a head mount, the head will have a 1/4" thread for the camera mount.
2245553
James. After examining my tripod I think it might be possible. The center column of the tripod on which the head is mounted is approximately 3/4 of an inch though I suspect it's in millimeters. On the mounting portion of the head itself is a very small Allen screw. I suppose that if one loosened the Allen screw the head would slip off. Of course the replacement head would have to fit the center shaft. I find the head quite good for photography but if you are thinking video then of course a fluid head would almost be a necessity. Phil
1308202
You could unscrew the ball head and replace it with a pan head, but I doubt that you will be able to fully close the assembly to the same compact form that you get with the ball head.The portability of this tripod/head is usually one of the main reasons people buy it. You could always mount and unmounts the head for transport.
1384294
Yes you can, it has the screw base mount right under the base so you can place it on any standard tripod.
305216
You could,but; I am assuming that your tripod has a thumbscrew and wheel on the top of it. If so, you would have to drill a hole in the mounting strap of the camera, find a washer and a nut (to fit the screw) to connect the two. It might look a little funky, but it would work.
1387344
No I had to build a system to attach it to my tripod. Not to difficult, there is a half inch hole in the bottom of the handle that will let you build one.
1753072
Yes. The base screws onto the tripod, or in my case mono pod, and then there is a base plate that comes with the head. It gets attached to the camera.
1820755
Yes, Unscrew the base and you'll see a standard fitting that will attach to most tripods.
1282475
you would have to cut it off and fab somthing to attach the tripod adapter. anything is possible if you have the skills.
438302
No, you can't. Also, the quality of this product is not so good. One of the legs of my tripod has broken in less than a month of light use.
1997966
If your tripod has the standard 1/4"-20 stud, then yes. If not, you can fasten it to the tripod with a converter after you deduce the screw and thread specs.
2237776
Yes you can. Lately most tripod have an adapter, the adapter can easily fit .
2259867
You can. I have. But most heads, complete or just the clamp, will not nest completely for closing and transport. If that doesn't bother you, and the tripod with new head fits in the case, go ahead.
1027877
you could. if your tripod is 1/4" then you need to buy 1/4" to 3/8" converter. the only thing is on the older tripod that does not have set screws on the base to lock down the head, if you did not tighten it much , it may come unloose when you pan from right to left.