Manfrotto Ball Heads & Pan/Tilt Heads

Manfrotto BG468MGRC2 Ball Head

Manfrotto Ball Heads. Manfrotto’s new family of ball heads. Compact, lightweight and reliable, the eight new ball heads guarantee high performance and ease of use to all photographers.

Building on the success of its traditional ball head range, the new Manfrotto ball head family provides a variety of solutions for different needs so they are the perfect choice for improving your photographic passion.

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Manfrotto 322RC2 Grip Action Ballhead - Supports 11 lbs (5kg). The Manfrotto 322RC2 Grip Action Ball Head offers the versatility of a ball head , with true ergonomic control.

The 322RC2 is unique in that it allows the camera mounting assembly to be positioned for left or right hand operation, in horizontal or vertical position, and in addition, will allow you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position. This is due to the revolutionary design of its grip handle which incorporates the ball lock lever. The very act of taking your hand away from the grip locks the head into position, which eliminates the extra step of having to tighten a knob or lever before being ready to shoot. The tension of the ball can be adjusted to accommodate the load weight.

This head is not suitable for continuous tracking of moving subjects, it is not practical since one must always grip the lever to release the ball and thus your hand would tire after prolonged use. An ideal head for action or wedding and portrait photographers. $139.90.

Manfrotto 468MG Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead - Supports 35.3 lb (16 kg). The Manfrotto 468MG series is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 35 lb.

The 468MG uses a hydraulic system to lock the ball mechanism in place. Using hydraulics instead of a mechanical system produces a super-tight lock from a minimal turn of the locking knob, without sacrificing the smoothness of the ball's movement when unblocked. To keep weight low, the head is made of magnesium; and to provide smooth movements the 1.25" aluminum ball is Teflon coated. The oversized ball locking knob allows for easy control even when using gloves.

This head futher offers a range of handy features: independent pan and tilt locks with a 360° pan movement; +90/-90° tilt movement; a graduated engraved panoramic base; and a calibrated adjustable friction control on the main knob.

The 468MG fixed attachment version has an easy-to-grip notched ring that turns the camera mounting retractable 1/4"-3/8" screw making it easier to mount your camera to the head. $259.90.

Manfrotto 468MGRC0 Hydrostatic Ballhead with RC0 Quick Release. The Manfrotto 468MGRC0 Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead with Rapid Connect 0 System (RC0 Quick Release) is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 35 lb.

The 468MG series uses a hydraulic system to lock the ball mechanism in place. Using hydraulics instead of a mechanical system produces a super-tight lock from a minimal turn of the locking knob, without sacrificing the smoothness of the ball's movement when unblocked. To keep weight low, the head is made of magnesium; and to provide smooth movements the 1.5" (approx.) aluminum ball is Teflon coated. The oversized ball locking knob allows for easy control even when using gloves. This head further offers a range of handy features: independent pan and tilt locks with a 360° pan movement; +90/-90° tilt movement; a graduated engraved panoramic base; and a calibrated adjustable friction control on the main knob. $299.90.

Manfrotto 468MGRC2 Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead - Supports 22 lb (10kg).The Manfrotto 468MGRC2 is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 22 lb.

This head further offers a range of handy features: independent pan and tilt locks with a 360° pan movement; +90/-90° tilt movement; a graduated engraved panoramic base; and a calibrated adjustable friction control on the main knob. $250.10.

Manfrotto 468MGRC3 Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead - Supports 35.3 lb (16kg). The Manfrotto 468MGRC3 is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 35.3 lb.

Manfrotto 468MGRC4 Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead - Supports 35.3 lb (16kg). The Manfrotto 468MGR4 is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 35.3 lb.

Manfrotto 468MGRC5 Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead - Supports 26.5 lb (12kg). The Manfrotto 468MGRC5 is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 26.5 lb.

Manfrotto 482LCD Micro Ball Head with Flash Shoe Mount. The Manfrotto 482LCD Micro Ball Head is an all-purpose ball head. A single control for complete 360 pan/90 tilt, fast even movement, instantly locks off in any position.

This version features a flash shoe mount, to mount a remote off-camera flash or flash accessory. Fits any Manfrotto tripod, or any tripod with 3/8-16" or 1/4-20" thread.

Manfrotto 486RC2 Compact Ballhead with Rapid Connect System 2 (Quick Release) - Supports 13.2 lb (6 kg). A strong die-cast aluminum housing plus an exceptionally hard, tough, phenolic resin ball that moves smoothly into position. A single control for complete 360 pan / 90 tilt, fast even movement, instantly locked off in any position. Suitable for any 35mm SLR or light medium format camera.

All ballheads fit any Bogen tripod, or any tripod with 3/8"-16 Euro thread. Ballheads screw right on and can also be locked in with the three locking screws in the center post platform of the tripod base. Same as the 486 but equipped with a Rapid Connect 2 (quick release) system.

Manfrotto 490 Maxi Ball Head - Supports 26.4 lbs (12kg). This top-of-the-line Manfrotto 490 ball-head features a strong die-cast aluminum housing plus an exceptionally hard, tough, phenolic resin ball that moves smoothly into position. Separate locks on 360° pan and +90°-90° tilt movements, with an additional friction control on the ball movement, gives just the right resistance and smoothness with minimum effort, even when varying weights of equipment. A calibration scale is also included at the base of the head. Suitable for any camera format up to 8x10" .

All ball heads fit any Bogen tripod, or any tripod with 3/8"-16 (Euro) thread. $122.28.

Manfrotto 492 Micro Ball Head. Replaces the Manfrotto 482. The Manfrotto 492 Micro Ball Head features a strong die-cast aluminum housing plus a hard, tough ball that moves smoothly into position. It has a single control for complete 360° pans and ±90° tilts, fast even movements, and can be instantly locked off in any position. It is suitable for point & shoot cameras. 8.82 lb (3.99 kg) Load Capacity Die Cast Aluminum 2.95" (74.93mm) Tall Lightweight 0.49 lb (0.22 kg

It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable. $46.90.

Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head. The 492LCD ball head by Manfrotto is a swivel mounting accessory than can be attached to the bottom of LCD or TFT monitors so you can mount the monitor to the top of the camera by using the "hot shoe" located on the top of the most camcorders. $59.00.

Manfrotto 494 Mini Ball Head. The Manfrotto 494 Mini Ball Head features a precision-machined aluminum housing and ball which provides smooth movements across all tilt positions. It has a ratchet locking knob for 360° panoramic movement and a double groove for ±90° tilts. This ball head fits any tripod with 3/8"-16 threads. It is compatible with 35mm SLR and DSLR cameras with medium lenses, and light, medium format cameras. It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable. $57.90.

Manfrotto 494 Mini Ball Head w/RC2 QR Plate. The Manfrotto 494 Mini Ball Head w/RC2 QR Plate is a lightweight ball head that's perfect for smaller cameras (maximum load--8.82 lbs). It's got a quick-release plate, a newly designed friction control knob that allows micro movements without engaging the head-locking mechanism, and a locking mechanism that will lock the head in both the +90°/-90° tilt position and the 360° panning position.

• A new friction control knob allows micro movements without having to engage the head locking mechanism • A smart ratcheting locking lever allows the user to place it in a comfortable position in order to use it in the most convenient way • The locking lever securely locks the head both in the +90° and -90° ball positions and in the 360° pan movements.

Manfrotto 496 Compact Ball Head. 13.23 lb (6.0 kg) Load Capacity Die Cast Aluminum 3.54" (89.91mm) Tall Lightweight 0.71 lb (0.32 kg). The Manfrotto 496 Compact Ball Head features a precision-machined aluminum housing and ball which provides smooth movements across all tilt positions. It has a ratchet locking knob for 360° panoramic movement and a double groove for ±90° tilts. This ball head fits any tripod with 3/8"-16 threads.

This head is great for 35mm SLR and DSLR cameras with medium lenses. It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable.

Manfrotto 496RC2 Compact Ball Head with 200-PL-14 QR Plate. 13.23 lb (6.0 kg) Load Capacity Die Cast Aluminum 3.94" (100.07mm) Tall Lightweight 0,93 lb (0.42 kg)The Manfrotto 496RC2 Compact Ball Head with 200-PL14 Quick Release Plate is constructed of die-cast aluminum, strong enough to support SLR or DSLR cameras with a medium lens, and light medium format cameras. It has a single repositionable locking lever for 360° panoramic rotation, ±90° tilt movement, plus a friction control for precise positioning. Cameras are attached to the ball head with the 200PL-14 Plate with 1/4'' male threads. The head to tripod attachment has 3/8'' female threads. Additionally, the Quick Release Plate has a safety system to prevent an accidental detaching from the head.

It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable.

Manfrotto 498 Midi Ball Head. Replaces Manfrotto 488. 17.64 lb (8 kg) Load Capacity Die Cast Aluminum 4.53" (115.06mm) Tall Lightweight 1.15 lb (0.52 kg. The Manfrotto 498 Midi Ball Head features a precision-machined aluminum housing and ball which provides smooth movements across all tilt positions. It has a ratchet locking knob for 360° panoramic movement and a double groove for ±90° tilts. This ball head fits any tripod with 3/8"-16" threads.

This head is great for SLR and DSLR cameras with medium lenses, and light, medium format cameras. It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable. $109.90.

Manfrotto 498RC2 Midi Ball Head with RC2 QR Plate. 17.64 lb (8 kg) Load Capacity Die Cast Aluminum 4.92" (124.96mm) Tall Lightweight 1.34 lb (0.61 kg. The Manfrotto 498RC2 Compact Ball Head with RC2 Quick Release Plate is constructed of die-cast aluminum, strong enough to support an SLR camera with a medium lens, and light medium format cameras. It has a single repositionable locking lever for 360° panoramic rotation and ±90° tilt movements, plus a friction control for precise positioning. Cameras are attached to the ball head with the 200PL-14 Plate and RC2 Quick Release Plate with 1/4'' male threads. The head to tripod attachment has 3/8'' female threads. Additionally, the Quick Release Plate has a safety system to prevent an accidental detaching from the head.

It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable. $129.90.

Manfrotto 498RC4 Midi Ball Head with RC4 QR Plate. 17.64 lb (8 kg) Load Capacity Die Cast Aluminum 5.31" (134.87mm) Tall Lightweight 1.54 lb (.69 kg). The Manfrotto 498RC4 Compact Ball Head with RC4 Quick Release Plate is constructed of die-cast aluminum, strong enough to support an SLR camera with a medium lens, and light medium format cameras. It has a single repositionable locking lever for 360° panoramic rotation and ±90° tilt movement, plus a friction control for precise positioning. Cameras are attached to the ball head with the 410PL Plate and RC4 Quick Release Plate with 1/4'' male threads. The head to tripod attachment has 3/8'' female threads. Additionally, the Quick Release Plate has a safety system to prevent an accidental detaching from the head. It includes a 1/4"-20 to 3/8"-16 adapter which is attached to the top screw and is removable. $139.90.

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Manfrotto Pan/Tilt Heads

Manfrotto 804RC2 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head with RC2 Quick Release & 200PL-14 QR Plate. The Manfrotto 804RC2 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head with RC2 Quick Release & 200PL-14 QR Plate is a direct replacement to the popular 3030 and 3029 heads. It is 20% lighter than its predecessors due to the use of Adapto material. It also features improved ergonomic design plus a counter spring system.

Adapto is a special technical polymer that is comparable to aluminum in strength but is 50% lighter. Compared to metals such as aluminum Adapto is an ideal material for photo imaging equipment as it has superb resistance to extreme temperatures and will not corrode or oxidize. Additionally, Adapto is an excellent vibration absorbing material making the 804RC2 head an ideal companion to a MagFibre tripod for the ultimate in vibration free shots. $79.90.

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