Berlebach video adapter bowl Ø 75 mm for Gitzo Systematic tripods series 2–5

Berlebach video adapter bowl Ø 75 mm for Gitzo Systematic tripods series 2–5

Sometimes a setup is missing just one small part to make everything run smoothly. The Berlebach video adapter bowl Ø 75 mm is exactly such a component that looks inconspicuous, but is what really makes your Gitzo Systematic tripod of series 2–5 truly versatile. It upgrades your tripod for professional video and photo configurations without having to throw your existing equipment overboard.

Compatibility: Gitzo Systematic, Versa, Really Right Stuff and more

The adapter bowl is specially designed for Gitzo Systematic tripods of series 2 to 5 and fits Systematic bases with cylindrical clamping ring with Ø 70 mm or Ø 85 mm. At the same time, it is constructed for leveling bowls with Ø 75 mm, so you can neatly insert a Ø 75 mm leveling bowl or a matching leveling unit.

Things get interesting when you combine several systems: The adapter bowl is suitable for tripods of the Really Right Stuff Versa series 3 and works well with selected models such as the Really Right Stuff TVC-34 Mk2, the Really Right Stuff TVC-33 Mk2 and the Really Right Stuff TVC-34L Mk2, provided the respective system base is designed for 75 mm inserts. This way you can use high-quality Gitzo Systematic tripods and RRS tripods in a single workflow without having to hunt for new adapters every time.

Made in Germany, precise manufacturing for tough everyday use

The video adapter bowl is manufactured in Germany – Made in Germany – and you can clearly tell. The fits are precise, nothing wobbles, nothing jams, and the surface looks like it will still be in good shape even after many field uses. We’d say it’s intended more for rough everyday practice than for the display cabinet.

With a weight of only 0.10 kg, your setup remains pleasantly light, while the solid construction provides enough stability to safely support heavier video heads and cameras. Especially if you are often on location, this ratio of weight to stability is very pleasant.

Traditional company with a focus on practical benefits

Behind the adapter bowl is a traditional company that has been working with tripods and accessories for many years and knows very well what works in the field and what doesn’t. You can tell that this was not just planned at a desk, but with real shooting and photo situations in mind.

The adapter bowl is designed to integrate seamlessly into existing setups. You insert it into the system base, tighten the clamping ring, place your Ø 75 mm leveling bowl or leveling unit, and you’re ready to go. No fiddling, no improvising with spacer rings. Simply a part that does what it’s supposed to do.

Innovative and proven: the glide ring as wear protection

A technical detail that is easy to overlook but extremely practical in everyday use: a glide ring is integrated into the adapter. This glide ring ensures that the inserted leveling bowl or leveling unit and the adapter body itself work together without wear. The contact surfaces are protected, and movements remain smooth and even even after many tilt operations.

This means you don’t have to constantly worry about the leveling bowl eventually running rough or “digging into” the bowl. Especially with frequent leveling, this is a real plus. It’s one of those solutions that, once you have it, makes you wonder why it isn’t done this way everywhere.

Flexible use: leveling units, tilt heads and more

With this adapter bowl you can use the Berlebach leveling unit Ø 75 mm and mount all devices on it that have a 3/8" or 1/4" UNC connection. This covers a wide range of video heads, ball heads, panorama heads, sliders and also special mounts. You simply screw them on, align your setup and continue working right away.

The Berlebach Pegasus tilt head and the Berlebach Albatros tilt head with directly screwed-on leveling unit Ø 75 mm can also be used in this adapter bowl. This way you combine precise leveling with robust video tilt heads in a compact system. If you frequently switch between photo and video configurations, this flexibility is extremely valuable.

Tilt angle of 15° for precise alignment

The possible tilt angle is 15°. That may sound unspectacular on paper, but in practice it is more than sufficient to compensate for uneven ground and to align your head perfectly level.

Especially for video recordings where horizontal pans need to be perfectly smooth, a precisely leveled base is immediately noticeable. You don’t have to painstakingly level the tripod via the legs every time; instead, you correct the alignment conveniently via the leveling bowl or leveling unit within the adapter bowl.

Well-thought-out detail: low-wear operation and long service life

What makes this video adapter bowl special is the already mentioned integrated glide ring, which keeps the inserted leveling bowl or leveling unit and the adapter body itself free from wear. This significantly reduces friction and material abrasion, which in the long term results in consistently pleasant operation.

Instead of ending up with a worn-out or rough-running system after a few years, the movement remains controlled and finely adjustable. Especially if you work a lot with video and level regularly, this difference in handling is very noticeable.

Ready for modern setups

Even though the adapter bowl may look like a classic accessory at first glance, it fits very well into modern workflows. You can insert it into your Gitzo Systematic tripod series 2–5, combine it with a Ø 75 mm leveling bowl, mount a video head with 3/8" UNC connection and easily coordinate the whole setup with tripod systems such as the Really Right Stuff Versa series 3, provided the system bases are designed to be compatible.

This creates a modular system that adapts to your projects instead of limiting you. Whether you are working with a DSLR, a mirrorless full-frame camera or a compact cine camera, the adapter bowl provides a stable, precise and durable base for your setup.