The Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head with RC4 Quick Release is a sturdy, professional ball head with separate controls for tilt, pan, and friction that enable precise positioning. With a 26.5 lb load capacity and a large-area camera plate with 3/8"-16 & 1/4"-20 screws, the durable head is suitable for just about any camera.
The 055 head's lateral tilt ranges from -100° to +40°, and pan is a full 360°. With the head's independent pan lock, its state-of-the-art materials & technology that enable smooth movements, plus the degree markers around the base, the 055 is well-suited for precise panoramic photography.
The head's quick-release mechanism is the redesigned RC4 system, which offers a large contact area for attaching cameras with long lenses and other heavy equipment.
Load Capacity | 26.5 lb (12 kg) |
Ball Sphere Diameter | Not specified by manufacturer |
Quick Release | Yes, RC4 system |
Camera Mount Plate | 410PL quick-release plate with 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 screws |
Spirit Level | Yes, 2 |
Tension Control | Yes |
Separate Panning Lock | Yes |
Tripod Mount Thread Size | 3/8"-16 |
Tilt Range | -100° to +40° lateral tilt |
Pan Range | 360° |
Material | Magnesium |
Color | Smoke |
Height | 5.24" (13.3 cm) |
Maximum Diameter | Not specified by manufacturer |
Weight | 2.3 lb (1.05 kg) |
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