Designed for Live,
Precision, control, and durability – for every position.
The Versine Range brings professional-grade performance to both mobile and fixed camera positions in live and field production.
Designed in close collaboration with the world’s leading broadcasters and operators, these fluid heads deliver the smooth control, perfect balance, and robust build quality demanded by modern live television – whether you’re moving fast between shots or holding the frame all day.
Designed To Do More
The Versine range delivers high performance for every camera position without a box lens. From tracking at the long-end of the lens to wider long-duration shots, each head offers the precision, payload capacity, and versatility demanded by live broadcast.
Compact and tough, they’re built to handle everything from lightweight digital cine setups to fully loaded broadcast rigs.
NEW
Optimised for roaming positions
Portable and precise, engineered for roaming setups
0 – 25Kg
Payload
100mm
Base
4.1Kg
Weight
The ultimate fixed-position head
Smallest head in its class for fixed positions without box lenses
0 – 40Kg
Payload
4-in-1
Base
6.3Kg
Weight
Designed For Professionals
Versine draws on acclaimed Vinten technology to give the camera operator perfect control over the frame.
‘Perfect Balance’ offers smooth and precise positioning throughout the tilt range, allowing effortless control during long broadcasts.
‘TF Drag’ technology delivers maximum control at low speeds for accurate long-lens framing and instant whip pan for high-speed tracking without manual drag reduction. Versine provides superior control for operators into extra time and beyond.
”What stands out about the Versine development is how deeply Vinten has engaged with our operational teams. Their engineers have been on the ground, observing the challenges we face during live sports and events.
The result is a direct response to the real-world needs we've expressed—it's clear that our feedback has shaped a product that enhances our workflows and raises the standard for the industry.
Sam TylerHead of Cameras at EMG
Designed For Life
The Versine Range is built to last – engineered with all-metal construction and broadcast-grade components to deliver dependable performance year after year. Designed to withstand the rigours of both mobile fieldwork and fixed outside broadcast, each head combines strength, serviceability, and durability to keep crews shooting with confidence.
- Durability: All-metal build with robust, low-profile controls built for demanding environments
- Longevity: Proven broadcast engineering designed for decades of reliable performance
- Serviceability: Simple to maintain, ensuring consistent operation across the product’s lifetime
Behind the development
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Meet The Team Behind Versine
Steve Turner joined Vinten on the 1st of May 2001 and currently serves as the Head of Product for Camera Supports.
His career has allowed him to work closely with camera professionals across various segments, including drama, feature films, studio productions, live events, and sports, contributing significantly to the development and launch of over 40 products.
Starting as a Product Development Engineer, he has held roles in both Project and Product Management. With notable contributions the The Vinten Poziloc, Vision, Osprey and Vector ranges as well as managing the introduction of the full current lineup of OConnor fluid heads.
Presently, as Head of Product, he directs significant projects such as the OConnor 2575E and the Versine 360. In the Versine 360 project, Steve’s role as Product Manager underscores his crucial contribution to the advancement of camera support technologies.
Andy Murrow, who began his career at Vinten in 1979, serves as the Principal Mechanical Design Engineer.
Over the decades, Andy has played a pivotal role in the design and updates of landmark products such as the original Vision series (5, 10, 20, & 30), Vector 70, Vector 950, and Vector 430, alongside the groundbreaking Vinten flowtech.
A standout moment in his career was representing Vinten at Buckingham Palace, where he was introduced to HM Queen Elizabeth and HM Duke of Edinburgh during the Queen’s Award for Enterprise 2010 reception—an honour recognising the innovation in Vinten’s perfect balance mechanisms.
In the Versine 360 project, Andy leads as the mechanical design engineer, focusing on the new balance mechanism and the general mechanical arrangement of the head. His longstanding commitment to engineering excellence continues to shape the industry’s standards.
Jo Torbitt is the Principal Industrial Designer for Versine 360 and has been a key member of the Vinten design team since 1998.
Throughout his career, Jo has been instrumental in the development of some of Vinten’s most well-known products, including the Vector 950 pan and tilt head, the entire Vision range, and the Osprey series of pedestals. Jo made a significant contribution to the development of the revolutionary flowtech tripod, and a recent standout moment was the recognition of design excellence when it was awarded a Graphite Pencil from the prestigious D&AD Awards.
His extensive expertise and passion for design shine through in his role on the Versine 360 project, where he works as both an industrial designer and assistant mechanical designer. Jo’s commitment to design detail ensures that Vinten continues to lead the industry in both innovation and quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
What product does the Versine 360 replace?
The Versine 360 replaces the Vision 250, which is the standard product for fixed/semi-fixed camera positions at OB events.
What product does the Versine 240 replace?
The Versine 240 is a new addition that sits between the Versine 360 and Vision 100 and does not replace an existing product like-for-like. The Vision 100 will remain in the range for users working solely with shoulder cams in ENG applications.
Are Vision camera plates compatible with Versine heads?
Yes, but the Vision camera plate should not be used for payloads over 25kg.
Is the Versine 40kg camera plate compatible with Vision heads?
Yes, but it should only be used with the maximum payload of the head. Vision camera plates will remain available.
Is the Versine Arm included with every Versine head?
No. The Versine Arm is included with every Versine 360 head, but it is not included with the Versine 240 head.
Versine Arms can be purchased separately for the Versine 240: there is one fixed position mounting point on the left of the Versine 240, and it can be used in a tilting position on both pan bar rosettes, either with or without a pan bar.
Can the Versine Arm be used with other heads?
Yes, the rosette is compatible with any Vision head, but there are limitations. There are no fixed rosettes on any other heads, so it can only be pan bar mounted and will tilt with the head. Vision blue heads have smaller diameter rosette, so may hold a lower weight.
Why doesn’t the Versine Arm come with a Mini V Wedge?
We anticipate the Versine Arm will mostly be used as a side mount for standard viewfinders, which already have a V wedge attached. The mini V wedge is available for users who want to mount additional accessories (eg. script holder, microphone, monitor, tablet).
Are Versine heads suitable for studio use?
Yes. Versine heads were developed for the harsh OB environment, making them small, ultra-robust and high-performing for super long lenses. These features are not a disadvantage for studio use and Versine heads are available in systems with studio pedestals. However, studio users may want to consider the even higher payloads, wider profile and rear brakes that are available on Vector heads.
Is the TF drag in the Versine heads the same as in Vector heads?
Versine heads use exactly the same design of drag as the Vector 750/950, but they are physically smaller and have a lower maximum drag torque. They use a TF30 build, where the larger heads use TF45.
What does the name Versine mean?
Versine is a trigonometric function used by our engineers in their balance calculations for any head where the centre of gravity follows an arc (tilting over a central point). It is used to determine the height drop of the tilted payload when calculating the lost potential energy that must be stored in the springs.
