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Monday, April 15, 2013

Professional Pistol Grip Head Reviews

Professional Pistol Grip Head

Single Trigger Grip for controlling the Tilt and Pan
360 degree panoramic horizontal angle and 90 degree vertical angle position capability
Quick Release plate has convenient wing nut locking screw
Adjustable pistol grip tension screw
Triple bubble levels for leveling shots

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DOLICA G100 - Professional Pistol Grip Head

Reason to buy:

The Dolica G100 Professional Pistol Grip Head is a highly recommended product for photographers who are looking for a camera support that is sure and steady, yet fast and versatile. The G100 Pistol Grip enables you to position the camera right where you want it almost instantly. It is very fast and easy to use; just squeeze the grip, position the camera where you want it, and release. The pistol grip tension lock is very strong and adjustable with an adjustment screw. The Dolica G100 enables photographers to set up a shot quickly and recompose just as quickly.Designed for shooting subjects that do not stay in one position for very long, the G100 is able to instantly adjust the angle of my shot by just squeezing and releasing the grip handle. Operation is simple by pulling the trigger grip with the left hand and the camera and lens with on the right hand. Other features of this pistol grip are triple bubble levels to make sure the camera is level horizontally or vertically. This pistol grip is constructed for the professional in mind with an operating loaded of 18lbs and makes it suitable for entry, mid, and pro level DSLRs. It has upgraded features such as extra-large quick release plate and heavy duty construction. ..

Specifications

- Single Trigger Grip for controlling the Tilt and Pan

- 360 degree panoramic horizontal angle and 90 degree vertical angle position capability

- Quick Release plate has convenient wing nut locking screw

- Adjustable pistol grip tension screw

- Triple bubble levels for leveling shots

- Max Operation Load: 18 lbs

- Weight : 1.86 lbs

- 3.75" Width: 3" Length: 3" Height

List Price: $ 99.99

Price: $ 49.99

CowboyStudio EI-717H head + Handle Pro Video Camera Fluid Drag Tripod Head

One (1) EI-717H Fluid Drag Head
One (1) 1/4 Inch Screw
One (1) 3/8 Inch Screw
One (1) Tripod Handle
Please Note: This tripod only comes with one handle that can be mounted on either side.

The E-IMAGE EI-717 series, are diecast and machined by exacting specifications for greater stability. Each head is equipped with a fluid damping system. (infinitely or 3 plus 0 step), which provides for ultra -75/+9° tilt range and +360 pan range. Payload capacity is up to 6kgs ( 13.2 lbs), making it the versatile solution for all DV cameras.

List Price: $ 75.00

Price: $ 69.85

Opteka TH40 Magnesium Alloy Ball Head with Quick Release Plate for Tripods and Monopods

Supports up to 11 pounds, Made from magnesium alloy
Ideal for all medium format, 35mm and digital cameras
Quick release plate with safety catch
Tripod mount thread: 3/8"-16
Weight:15.2 oz, Height: 3.66"

The Opteka TH40 features smooth operational movement and positive locking. Made of magnesium alloy, they are 30% lighter (and stronger) than standard heads which make it perfect for photographers on the go. The knobs have been designed to be more ergonomic, easier to handle and more user-friendly. The ergonomic shape allows the user to better lock the ball securely.

The quick release plate receiver has a safety catch to prevent accidental release of the quick release plate. This feature additional safety system prevents the accidental detaching of the camera from the head.

This ball head is strong enough to hold a digital SLR camera with medium weight lenses and light medium format cameras up to 11 pounds. This head is ideal for both tripods and monopods.

List Price: $ 109.00

Price: $ 39.00

Sirui Aluminium Tilt Head L-10 for Monopods including Quick Release Plate

Sirui L10X L Series Monopod Tilt Head - Sirui L-10X.

List Price: $ 101.21

Price: $ 101.21

Acratech Ultimate Ballhead with Quick Release, / Detent Pin, with Left Sided Rubber Main, and Pan Knobs, Supports 25 lbs.

Weighs less than 1 lb (.45kg) with quick release clamp.
Easily holds over 25 lbs (11.4kg) at any angle.
Full movements allow any camera position.
Precision C.N.C. machined.
Shown with left side controls (right side available).

Acratech Ball Heads are perfect for nature photographers, landscape photography,outdoor photography, and any situation which requires rugged, high quality and light weight photographic equipment.

List Price: $ 329.95

Price: $ 299.95

Manfrotto 190XB 3 Section Aluminum Tripod with Manfrotto 128RC Micro Fluid Head

Leg angle presets increase the tripod's stability in bad weather conditions or on uneven terrain.
Quick action leg locks with new improved design.

Manfrotto Bogen 190XB Tripod and 128RC Micro Fluid Head 190XB-128RCThis Manfrotto 190XB three-section tripod--which comes with the company's 128RC micro-fluid video head--is stable, flexible, and easy to use, making it a great choice for amateur and professional photographers alike. The tripod is distinguished by its redesigned aluminum frame, which is lighter than previous incarnations and slightly more compact. As a result, it's more convenient to bring this tripod along on shoots without weighing yourself down. Plus, the ergonomics of the leg-angle release mechanism and the quick-action leg locks have also been greatly improved, making it a breeze to open, position, and close the tripod in just a few seconds. The tension of the locking mechanism is even user-adjustable, so you can find the right tension for your comfort level. And should you need to balance the tripod on an uneven surface, you can set each of the legs to a different spread angle over the tripod's center of gravity--a must for nature shots on outdoor terrain.

The Manfrotto 128RC aluminum head, meanwhile, is perfect for lightweight video cameras (up to 8.8 pounds), and features a pan bar, a quick-release camera plate with secondary security, and pan and tilt locks. The 128RC also works with the optional 200PL-38 plate.

Tripod specifications

Color: Black
Includes tripod head: No
Closed length: 21.06 inches
Minimum height: 3.15 inches
Maximum height: 57.48 inches
Maximum height with center column down: 46.65 inches
Load capacity: 11 pounds
Material: Aluminum
Leg cross section: Round
Column cross section: 3-faceted
Leg sections: 3
Bubble spirit level: No
Leg angles: 25, 46, 66, and 88 degrees
Center column: Rapid
Column tube diameter: 25mm
Attachment: 3/8-inch screw
Leg tube diameter: 25, 20, and 16 mm
Suggested dolly: 127, 127VS
Weight: 3.97 pounds
Warranty: 2 years

128RC specifications

Color: Black
Load capacity: 8.81 pounds
Half ball diameter:0 inches
Working height: 0 inches
Material: Aluminum
Independent pan lock: Yes
Lateral tilt: 0 degrees
Front tilt: -60 / +90 degrees
Quick release: Yes
Secondary safety system: Yes
Pan bars included: 1
Pan bar positions: 1
Plate type: Quick release, with 1/4-inch screw + VHS pin
Attachment (bottom): 3/8-inch female thread
Height: 4.52 inches
Weight: 2.2 pounds
Warranty: 2 years

List Price: $ 267.00

Price: $ 195.64

Oben BD-0 Mini Ball Head

Single-Lever Adjustment | Supports Loads Up to 6.6 lb
90° Tilt | Accepts 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Studs
All Aluminum Construction | Perfect for Table-Top Tripods
Weighs Just 1.8 oz
WHAT'S IN THE BOX: Reducer Bushing for 1/4"-20 Studs, 5 Year Limited Warranty

The Oben BD-0 Mini Ball Head is the perfect topper for a miniature or table-top tripod model. Constructed of aluminum, the BD-0 functions like most full-sized ball heads but features a supremely low-profile design. A single-action lever loosens the ball and allows it to move freely in all directions, and in addition, a groove allows it to tilt 90° in one direction.

The BD-0 head can serve as a replacement head for an Oben TT-100, TT-200, or TT-300 table-top tripod. Or it can allow you to properly orient your camera on any other tripod model, whether it has a 1/4"-20 or a 3/8"-16 stud – the head has a 3/8" thread and comes with a reducer bushing to make it compatible with the 1/4"-type stud.

Low-profile yet strong for its size – supports up to 6.6 lb

Supports most 35mm and DSLR cameras, as well as point & shoot models

Ball platform tilts 90°

3/8"-16 mounting thread

1/4"-20 reducer bushing

Load Capacity: 6.6 lb (3 kg)

Ball Sphere Diameter: 0.62" (16mm)

Quick Release: No

Spirit Level: No

Tension Control: No

Separate Panning Lock: No

Tripod Mount Thread Size: 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16

Height: 2.0" (52mm)

Base Diameter: 0.94" (24mm)

Weight: 1.8 oz (52 g)

List Price: $ 13.00

Price: $ 13.00

Vanguard SBH-30 Lightweight Magnesium Alloy Ball Head

Precision-cut with safety lock and 360
Extremely lightweight
Strong aluminum alloy
40 mm plate to support various sized equipment
Great for use with monopods and tripods

SBH-30 compact ball head moves swiftly and steadily so you won’t miss the action. Constructed of solid, strong magnesium alloy, it's durable and yet lighter in weight than the industry standard. Unlike other ball heads, SBH ball heads are designed with molded body parts, not assembled cut parts, like the competition. Its smooth locking knobs allow you to move the ball head swiftly and securely into the perfect position, even with the heaviest lenses and cameras. SBH-30 ball head enhances your angle possibilities by tilting from -35 degree to 90 degree .

List Price: $ 69.99

Price: $ 59.95

Quick Release Plate for Targus TGT-58TR Tripod (TGT-58TR-QRP)

Fits Targus TGT-58TR and TG-6660TR Tripods
Universal 1/4 inch Camera Mounting Screw fits most cameras and camcorders
Lets you easily remove your camera from your tripod
Having multiple quick release plates means you can quickly swap cameras

Quick Release Plate for Targus TGT-58TR Tripod (TGT-58TR-QRP)

List Price: $ 14.99

Price: $ 9.99

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Manfrotto 222 Joystick Head with Two Replacement Quick Release Plates for the RC2 Rapid Connect Adapter

Joystick style ball head
Built-in quick release camera plate with secondary safety lock
The contact between the plate and the head is extremely solid, eliminating unwanted movement, and the camera can be oriented at any 60-multiple angle to the head/tripod
2 bubble spirit levels built in for accurate alignment
Castings Lightweight magnesium to used for die-cast parts

Versatile, quick and easy to use. Just grip the handle and you can position your camera anywhere within a 180 sphere.

Supplied with quick release camera plate with secondary safety lock, built-in bubble level and tension adjustment.

Made of cast aluminum. Ideal for 35mm cameras with short or medium focal length lenses. Camera attachment: 1/4'.

Replaces the Bogen Manfrotto 3265

Attaches by: 1/4'' screw attachment type
Attachment: 3/8" female thread attachment type
Ball friction setting: yes
Bubble spirit level (no.): 1 number
Independent pan lock: no
Lateral tilt: -90 / +90 tilt range
Load capacity: 5.51 lbs (2.5 kg)v
Material: aluminum
Panoramic rotation: 360
Patent: patented
Plate type: 200PL-14
Secondary safety system: yes quick release: yes
Weight: 1.72 lbs (0.78 kg)
Working height: 21.0

List Price: $ 103.99

Price: $ 103.99

VANGUARD BBH-100 Tripod Heads

Two bubble levels
Supports up to 22 lbs.
Open body design

VANGUARD's top-of-the-line BBH Series ball head delivers in all of the key areas - accuracy, precision, convenience and ease of use. No matter the camera's position, its Rapid Level System enables you to guide the camera to be perfectly level with the base, quickly and efficiently. When the level position is attained, BBH holds your camera in place. This, coupled with use of its two bubble levels to ensure the tripod's balance, enables perfectly accurate 360-degree panoramic photography and videography. This magnesium ball head has a unique open body design that helps maintain a lighter weight. The ball also boasts a scratch-free, oxidized surface for ultra smooth moment. BBH can be positioned at accurate 90-degree angles in one second.

List Price: $ 209.99

Price: $ 129.95

Induro Tripods Ballhead, BHL2

Oversized head lock knob - provides a good all-weather grip for smooth camera positioning and locking control
Unique integrated lock limiter tension control - rapid independent adjustment compensates for individual camera weight
Separate pan action lock and graduated base scale - makes 360-degree horizontal camera positioning simple and repeatable
Arca-Swiss style quick release system - accepts industry standard interchangeable QR plates and brackets
Double safety lock - dual-action control assures smooth, secure and rapid camera changes

Induro BHL low profile ballheads provide support with exceptionally high load capacities. Oversized head lock knob with unique integrated lock limiter tension control, independent panning action lock and much more. Features an Arca-Swiss style quick release system with double safety lock and built-in bubble level for maximum flexibility. INDURO BHL low profile ballheads were designed to support loads more than 1.5X greater than most conventional ballheads. Advanced materials make the BHL's about 20% lighter and 15% more compact than other comparable ballheads. Oversize head locking knobs are ideal for getting a good grip in all weather conditions and a unique integrated lock limiter tension control provides rapid and adjustable drag and lock. A separate locking pan knob and graduated base scale plus a built-in bubble level assure accurate camera positioning. Incorporating an Arca-Swiss style quick release system with double safety locks, the BHL offers maximum compatibility and flexibility for a pro on the go. Includes a matching Arca-Swiss compatible Quick Release Plate

List Price: $ 267.00

Price: $ 267.00

Davis & Sanford FM18 Fluid Head 18 LB Cap

Ultra smooth pan & tilt fluid action
Bubble level for easy leveling
independent pan & tilt adjustment/locks deliver effortless control

A great fluid head capable of supporting up to 18 pounds. The fluid action of this head is silky smooth and features independent pan & tilt adjustment /lock levers for effortless control. A built in bubble level aids in quick set ups. 2 adjustable removable pan handles provide easy movement.

List Price: $ 153.99

Price: $ 79.95

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Photo Clam PC-33NS Head-3/8-Inch Socket, Friction Screw and Bubble Level - Black

66.1 lb Load Capacity
Arca-Style Quick Release
Separate Pan Base and Ball-Locking Knob
Biaxial Progressive Friction Control
Weighs Just 0.7 lb

The Photo Clam PC-33NS Ball Head is a professional quality tripod head that features an extremely strong ball-locking for a very high 66.1 lb. load capacity. Compare the Photo Clam line to any professional grade camera support system on the market and you will find excellent performance and quality at value prices. Photo Clam also has styling features and colors that set you apart from the crowd.The head has separate knobs for locking the ball and the pan base, enabling you to keep the orientation of your framing locked while you pan. This makes it appropriate for panoramic photography.Within the ball-locking knob there's a dial for applying progressive biaxial friction, to accommodate lighter and heavier camera setups across the head's vast load capacity.The head features a slot for tilting 90° to portrait orientation. Bubble levels allow you to ensure that your framing aligns to the horizon in either landscape or portrait orientation. Featuring a sturdy knob for its clamp, the Arca-style quick-release platform is compatible with camera plates (sold separately) from Photo Clam as well as other manufacturers such as Kirk, Arca-Swiss, and Really Right Stuff.

List Price: $ 189.99

Price: $ 182.99

Photo Clam PC-44NS Pro Head with Friction Screw, Deluxe Quick Shoe, Bubble Level (Black)

110 lb Load Capacity
Arca-Style Quick Release
Separate Pan Base and Ball-Locking Knobs
Biaxial Progressive Friction Control
90° Tilt, Weighs Just 1.2 lb

The Photo Clam PC-44NS Ball Head is a professional quality tripod head that features an extremely strong ball-locking for a remarkably high 110 lb load capacity. Compare the Photo Clam line to any professional grade camera support system on the market and you will find excellent performance and quality at value prices. Photo Clam also has color and styling features that set you apart from the crowd.The head features separate knobs for locking the ball and the pan base, enabling you to keep the orientation of your framing locked while you pan. This makes it appropriate for panoramic photography.Within the ball-locking knob there's a dial for applying progressive biaxial friction, to accommodate lighter and heavier camera setups across the head's vast load capacity.The head features a slot for tilting 90° to portrait orientation. Bubble levels allow you to ensure that your framing hews to the horizon in either landscape or portrait orientation. Featuring a sturdy knob for its clamp, the Arca-style quick-release platform is compatible with camera plates (sold separately) from Photo Clam as well as other manufacturers such as Kirk, Arca-Swiss, and Really Right Stuff. Attaches to tripod via its 3/8"-16 threaded mount. Weighs just 1.2 lb.

List Price: $ 299.99

Price: $ 294.99

Induro PHQ3 - 5 Way Panhead Reviews

Induro PHQ3 - 5 Way Panhead

Full fiveway convenient and compact camera positioning system.
High-visibility levels can be viewed on all sides while making adjustments Horizontal
Provide 360-degree rotational control on both base and head tilt axis Folding Front/Rear and Side Side Tilt Handle.
Interchangeable industry standard QR system Nodal Point Orientation
Unique folding control handles which simplifies packing and transport.

INDURO PHQ-Series Panheads offer a completely new concept in camera positioning with Quintaxially adjustable movements. Providing dual tilt, base and top plate rotation, and an Arca-Swiss style quick release system, this head offers photographers full repeatable indexing on five axes for maximum control and flexibility. Unique folding control handles make packing and transport easy. Ideal for studio and on-location shoots plus extended panoramic, QTVR, spherical and 3D photography. Each Panhead includes a matching Arca-Swiss compatible Quick Release Plate. These Panheads allow photographers to have full repeatable indexing on five axes for maximum control and flexibility. Another patent pending first is the set of unique folding control handles which simplifies packing and transport. Ideal for studio and on-location shoots plus extended panoramics, the PHQ can easily be used for QTVR, spherical and 3D photography with 3rd party accessories. Available in two sizes, each PHQ Panhead includes a matching Arca-Swiss compatible Quick Release Plate. Quintaxial Positioning (Patent Pending): full five-way convenient and compact camera positioning system. Five fully Graduated scales: see and set the position of your tilts, pans and shifts. Five Bubble Levels: high-visibility levels can be viewed on all sides while making adjustments. Horizontal and Vertical Pan Locking Controls: independent movement and locking controls. Angular and Spherical Rotation: provide 360-degree rotational control on both base and head tilt axis. Folding Front/Rear and Side/Side Tilt Handles (Patent Pending): simplifies complete tripod/head packing and transport. Variable Direction Arca-Swiss Compatible Quick Release Clamp: interchangeable industry standard QR system. Nodal Point Orientation (with optional 3rd party accessories): extends the capabilities to advanced panoramic, QTVR,spherical and 3D photography

List Price: $ 395.00

Price: $ 395.00

Nodal Ninja 3 MKII w/Rotator R-D16 (WITH CASE)

Full Sphercial Aluminum Tripod Head, Universal fits most DSLR's and smaller cameras
For amatures and professionals on the go
Create Real Estate Virtual Tours or stunning Landscape Panoramas

Our award winning Nodal Ninja 3 "MKII" continues to bring in rave reviews from around the world.
This is a specially designed Spherical Panoramic Tripod Mount allowing a photographer to adjust a camera/lens exactly over its correct rotational axis called the entrance pupil (aka Nodal Point) and or No Parallax Point (NPP). This helps to eliminate parallax error inherent when shooting multiple images side by side. Without parallax a photographer can seamlessly stitch multiple photographs together forming a larger higher resolution composite image.
This model is primarily designed for point and shoot cameras as well as some smaller DSLR's with smaller lenses like the Canon Digital Rebel or Nikon D200.

Being a Full spherical tripod QTVR "pano head" enables you to correctly shoot multiple images to form full 360 x 180 spherical images. These images are then published on the internet in the form of quicktime (QTVR) or flash. This allows the viewer to physically interact with the image by clicking inside and rotating it up and down and all around. You can also zoom in and out and also know has immersive imagery and or virtual reality (VR) photography. This is widely popular in presenting Real Estate to potential buyers through the use of Virtual Tours.
VR Photography allows businesses to showcase their products and services, home sellers to showcase their homes, and travelers to share their experiences in a way conventional photography is unable to achieve. Even for the hobbyist this is a fun way to take images of all occasions.

Some 360 VR applications include:
Hotels, Restaurants, Home Owners, Travel Industry, Fitness Centers, Automotive Sales, Villa Rental Owners, Real Estate Agencies, Bed & Breakfast Inns, Architectural Applications, Giga-pixel images, mosaics, fine art,, and more.

All Amazon.com orders ship within 2-4 business days - no expedited shipping is offered on Amazon.com listings.

List Price: $ 369.95

Price: $ 369.95

Manfrotto 229 3D Super-Pro Head - Replaces 3039; manu. price = $259.88

Manfrotto 229 3D Super-Pro Head - Replaces 3039; manu. price = 9.88

Finely machined for smooth action
Built in spirit levels
Built in quick release system

Finely machined for greater positioning with smooth, certain action. Three built-in spirit levels for horizontal and vertical control. The head has a quick release camera plate with secondary safety catch for added security. Camera attachment: 1/4" + 3/8" screw. Optional Plates: 030-38, 030ARCH-14, 030ARCH-38, 030HAS, 030L, 030UNIV, 030VHS-38, 130-14, 130-38. This replaces the Bogen Manfrotto 3039.

List Price: $ 289.00

Price: $ 289.00

Induro PHQ1 - 5 Way Panhead

Variable Direction Arca-Swiss Compatible Quick Release Clamp: interchangeable industry standard QR system Nodal Point Orientation (with optional 3rd party accessories): extends the capabilities to advanced panoramic, QTVR, spherical and 3D photography
Unique folding control handles which simplifies packing and transport.
Angular and Spherical Rotation: provide 360-degree rotational control on both base and head tilt axis Folding Front/Rear and Side Side Tilt Handle. Simplifies complete tripod/head packing and transport
Five Bubble Levels: high-visibility levels can be viewed on all sides while making adjustments Horizontal and Vertical Pan Locking Controls: independent movement and locking controls
Quintaxial Positioning. Full fiveway convenient and compact camera positioning system. Five fully Graduated scales. see and set the position of your tilts and pans and shifts

List Price: $ 315.00

Price: $ 315.00

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Manfrotto 509HD Professional Video Head; manu. price = $899.88 Reviews

Manfrotto 509HD Professional Video Head; manu. price = 9.88

Ultimate design
New Bridge Technology Head
Built in Advanced Balance Recorder for quick setup
Silky smooth pans and tilts

The 509HD video head features an exclusive Manfrotto patent, Bridging Technology, which allows for greater load capacity as well as revolutionary performance levels. The "bridge" design also assists the PAN friction control to be more intuitive and easy to set while protecting against any knocks that may occur during the recording process. The 509HD's FDS (Fluid Drag System) is variable and directly controls action and resistance on both axes; the ergonomics of the controls have been noticeably improved to make use of the FDS even easier. Another unique feature is the ABR (Advanced Balance Recorder). This new patented electronic solution permits the head to record the perfect balance position of the equipment and recall it any time. By using LED lights controlled by a proximity sensor, it is easy to quickly slide the camera to the previously set perfect balance. New quick links are machined aluminium machined inserts that allow strong attachment of accessories to the head. The pan bar telescopes for quick and perfect adjustment and has a textured handle for comfort. All of this guarantees ultimate control and excellent video camera support. no matter what the situation, the shooting style, or the equipment set-up. Technical Specifications: Maximum load capacity 28.6lbs; Weight 11 lbs; Length 10.8", Width 7.3", Height 15.7".

List Price: $ 1,035.00

Price: $ 1,035.00

Manfrotto 405 Pro Digital Geared Head with RC4 Rapid Connect Plate 410PL; manu. price = $499.88

Manfrotto 405 Pro Digital Geared Head with RC4 Rapid Connect Plate 410PL; manu. price = 9.88

Geared movement for smooth accurate adjustment.
Allows quick disengagement of gearing for rough rapid adjustment.
Built in quick release system.

Speed and digital precision are paramount in the latest 405 Pro Digital Geared Head, the 405 provides ideal support and fast, pinpoint positioning for professional medium format cameras with conventional or digital backs. The 405 Pro Digital Geared Head was designed specifically to meet the more exacting, time-sensitive needs of busy professional digital photographers who shoot with medium format or 35 mm camera/back with payloads up to 7.5 Kg. It utilizes large, easy-to-grip knobs that provide smooth, positive, geared control through 360° pan and +90° -30° frontal and lateral tilt. In addition to its 3-D geared functions, the 405 also incorporates a unique feature that allows you to instantly disengage the gears and rough position the camera by hand, then instantly reengage them for ultra-precise final alignment.

List Price: $ 556.00

Price: $ 556.00

Monoball Z1 Single Pan Ballhead with Quick Release

In addition to the proven, patented Arca-Swiss features, including aspherical ball heads, axial clamping and PMF
The monoball Z DP with its second panning mechanism below the camera mount keeps the camera perfectly vertical to the swinging plane

A leader of tripod head design for over 40 years, ARCA-SWISS is setting new standards revisiting their B-series models and introducing the Z-Series, just as elegant, and even more perfect. The size and weight of the ball heads have been significantly reduced. The ball and fastening are now assembled using a patented bayonet mount. Various accessories can thus be quickly mounted to adapt the tripod as required.

In addition to the proven, patented Arca-Swiss features, including aspherical ball heads, axial clamping and PMF (progressive motion related friction control), the Z-Series also boasts new technical developments and optimized materials and coatings.

The ballhead can withstand an incredible 60 kg (132 lbs) off-axis. Z-Series heads are available as Version Z SP (single pan) and Version Z DP (double pan). The monoball Z DP with its second panning mechanism below the camera mount keeps the camera perfectly vertical to the swinging plane, for perfect panoramic stitching of multiple images.

List Price: $ 419.95

Price: $ 399.95

Bescor MP-101 - Motorized tripod head

powered by 4 1.5-volt "AA" batteries with optional ac adaptor available
The MP101 can support up to a 6 pound camera.
Extend the remote length via optional 20' and 50' foot extension Cable
Rotates 90 degrees in each direction

The Bescor MP-101 motorized pan head fastens between any tripod head and HDslr or video camera. Two motors allow independent smooth remote adjustment of vertical and horizontal panning motion.

Auto Pan Mode, allows continuous horizontal panning motion.

Switch selector for either a 30, 60 or 90 degree movement.
Maximum horizontal angle + and -90 degrees. Maximum vertical angle + and -15 degrees.

Size 5.75" x 4.5 x 4". Weight 27 oz.

List Price: $ 129.95

Price: $ 129.95

Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head with Hot Shoe Mount; manu. price = $55.89

Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head with Hot Shoe Mount; manu. price = .89

The Manfrotto 492LCD is a modified version of the 492 Ball head.
The head is identical to the 492 but instead of the 3/8" female attachment, it is supplied with a shoe attachment with locking screw.

The new 492LCD mini ball head 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 most camcorders. It can support up to 2kg (4.4lb). TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Attaches By flash hot shoe; Color black; Height 2.72 in; Lateral Tilt -90° / +90°; Material aluminum; Panoramic Rotation 360.

List Price: $ 56.00

Price: $ 56.00