The 9.8" tall Sirui PH-30 Carbon Fiber Gimbal Head can tilt and rotate a camera and a large telephoto lens that weighs up to 55.1 lb with ease and smoothness, so it can track fast-moving subjects such as in sports or bird photography. Moreover, the head tilts from -60 to 150 and pans a full 360, while the platform adjusts 90 in height. Both the tilt and the rotation can lock into place via the tilt's locking knob and the independent pan locking knob.The 3.1 lb gimbal head is made of an 8-layer carbon fiber weave, and the platform is constructed from a lightweight aluminum material. Additionally, the platform is Arca-type compatible, and it includes a quick release plate with both 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 camera mounting threads.