Tripod Ball Heads
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3Pod M1 Mini Ball Head
- Compact ball head: lightweight build at only 1.7 oz.
- Secure locking ensures stability; supports up to 4 lbs.
- Arca-Swiss compatible for quick camera mounting.
- Precise control for smooth movement and adjustments.
- Standard 1/4"-20 camera mount for versatile use.
Flashpoint Lightweight Mini Ball Head with Lock and Cold Shoe
- Compact ball head: portable, lightweight design.
- Secure locking: reliable support for cameras.
- Arca-Swiss compatible: quick setup, stability.
- Smooth movement: capture perfect angles easily.
- Durable aluminum: robust tripod head build.
CAMVATE Versatile Support Holder Ball Head w/1/4"-20 Male Thread & Rod Port
- Secure your camera with this strong locking ball head.
- Achieve smooth movement with this tripod head.
- Supports up to 3.3 lbs; a lightweight tripod head.
- Compact ball head design for easy portability.
- Arca-Swiss compatible head for versatile mounting.
Zhiyun Mini Ball Head
- Compact ball head: portable, lightweight design.
- Arca-Swiss compatible for quick setup changes.
- Ensures smooth movement for precise adjustments.
- Solid build supports various camera setups.
- 1/4"-20 mount: universal tripod head fitting.
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OBSBOT Extendable Tripod Mini Ball Head for Webcam, Black
- Compact ball head: Lightweight, portable design.
- Secure locking: Ensures stable camera positioning.
- Arca-Swiss compatible: Quick tripod head mounting.
- Smooth movements: Achieve fluid pan & tilt shots.
- Strong payload: Supports up to 4.4 lbs (2kg).
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Slik SBH-60 Compact Ball Head for Digital/Film Cameras
- Slik ball head: Securely supports up to 1.25 lbs.
- Compact ball head: Weighs only 1.69 oz for easy travel.
- Smooth movement: Achieve precise camera positioning.
- 1/4"-20 thread: Universal tripod head mounting.
- Durable build: Ensures long-lasting performance.
WindTech BH-1 Mini Ball Head, 360 deg. Rotation
- Compact ball head: portable, lightweight design.
- 360° rotation: achieve panoramic photography.
- Strong build: supports various camera setups.
- Easy adjustment: smooth, precise movements.
- 1/4"-20 thread: universal tripod compatibility.
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CAMVATE 1/4"-20 Quick Release Ball Head Micro Rod Tripod Mount
- Secure your camera with this robust ball head.
- Enjoy smooth, 360° rotation for perfect shots.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release system.
- Lightweight design; ideal tripod head for travel.
- Strong build supports up to 4.4 lb (2kg) load.
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3Pod B1 B Series Single Lever Travel Ball Head
- Secure your shot with 8.8 lb load capacity.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release for fast setup.
- Achieve smooth 360° panoramic shots easily.
- Compact ball head design; weighs only 8.5 ounces.
- Durable build ensures long-lasting tripod support.
SmallRig BUT2665 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head
- Secure 4.4lb load capacity for stable shots.
- Achieve smooth, precise 360° panoramic rotation.
- Arca-Swiss compatible clamp ensures quick setup.
- Durable aluminum ball head offers lasting support.
- Compact, lightweight design for easy portability.
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Slik SBH-100 Ball Head for Digital and Film Cameras
- Compact ball head: Lightweight, only 3.52 oz.
- Secure locking ensures stable camera support.
- Ideal for point-and-shoot cameras; 3.5 lbs max.
- Smooth movement for precise photo adjustments.
- Durable build quality with Slik 3-year warranty.
Giottos MH-1304 Pro Series II Socket and Ball Head with MH-110C Camera Mount
- Secure your camera with 7 lb load ball head.
- Achieve smooth pan with professional tripod head.
- Compact ball head: 2.0" height, lightweight design.
- Durable Giottos tripod head with strong locking.
- Standard camera mount for tripod and supports.
DLC DL-0606 Medium Metal Ball Head
- Secure your camera with strong ball head lock.
- Achieve smooth movements with this tripod head.
- Arca-Swiss compatible ball head for versatility.
- Enjoy compact size and lightweight tripod head.
- High load capacity supports various cameras.
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DLC Small Ball Head
- Compact ball head: portable, lightweight design.
- Securely supports up to 5 lb with ease.
- 360° rotation for panoramic photography shots.
- Arca-Swiss compatible for quick setup.
- Smooth movement ensures precise adjustments.
SunwayFoto Multi-Function Mini Ballhead with Hot Shoe Adapter, 7 Lbs Capacity
- Compact ball head: 3.53 oz, ideal for travel.
- Supports 6.61 lbs: Securely mount cameras.
- Arca-Swiss compatible: Quick setup, enhanced use.
- Smooth movement: Capture fluid, stable shots.
- Durable locking: Prevents unwanted camera shifts.
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Sirui C-10S Ball Head, Blue
- Sirui ball head: Securely supports up to 28.7 lbs.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release for fast setup.
- Compact ball head design; weighs only 7.76 ounces.
- 360° panning base ensures smooth, panoramic shots.
- Durable aluminum build for long-lasting tripod use.
Kupo Mini Ball Head with Hot Shoe Adapter
- Kupo ball head: Securely supports up to 1.25 lbs.
- Arca-Swiss compatible for quick camera mounting.
- Mini ball head: Lightweight, compact, and portable.
- Achieve precise control with smooth movement.
- Features a standard 1/4"-20 male thread mount.
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Slik SBH-120DQ Ball Head for Digital and Film Cameras
- Slik ball head: Securely supports up to 4.5 lbs.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release for fast setup.
- Lightweight ballhead design; weighs only 5.8 ounces.
- Ensures smooth movement for precise adjustments.
- Durable build quality for reliable tripod support.
DLC DL-3100 Ball Head with 5/8 Receiver for Light Stand
- Secure your camera with this robust ball head.
- Achieve smooth, precise control with fluid movement.
- Lightweight design ensures easy portability on shoots.
- Compact size is ideal for travel photography needs.
- 5/8" receiver mounts directly to your light stand.
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SmallRig Drop-In HawkLock Mini Quick Release 1/4"-20 Ball Head
- Secure your camera with HawkLock quick release.
- Achieve precise control with smooth ball head movement.
- Lightweight ball head; aluminum alloy, 3.10 oz.
- Supports up to 2 lb; 1/4"-20 tripod mount thread.
- Arca-Swiss compatible for versatile mounting.
Frio Arch Adaptable 1/4"-20 Articulating Cold Shoe Setup
- Compact ball head: 11 lb load, precise control.
- Arca-Swiss compatible for photography tripods.
- Lightweight aluminum tripod head, durable build.
- Smooth movements for optimal camera support.
- Secure camera mounting with adaptable cold shoe.
3Pod B2 B Series Single Lever Travel Ball Head
- Secure 11 lb load capacity ball head for cameras.
- Achieve smooth movement with this compact tripod head.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release plate included.
- Precise control for photography, video, and more.
- Durable build ensures long-lasting tripod support.
Slik SBH-100DQ Ball Head for Digital and Film Cameras
- Lightweight ball head: Portable, strong support.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release system.
- Precise control for smooth camera movements.
- 3.5 lbs load capacity: Securely holds gear.
- Compact ball head: Ideal for point & shoots.
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Sunwayfoto XB-25 Mini Ballhead
- Compact ball head: 4.9oz, ideal travel tripod.
- Arca-Swiss compatible clamp ensures secure mounting.
- Supports 11 lbs: reliable for various camera setups.
- Fluid motion: T6061 aluminum build, hard-anodized.
- 3/8" mounting hole: fits standard tripod supports.
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3POD AB1 AB Series Aluminum Travel Ball Head
- Secure your camera with 8.8 lb load capacity.
- Arca-Swiss compatible quick release system head.
- Achieve smooth pan and tilt with fluid movement.
- Compact ball head: 3.25" height, ideal for travel.
- Durable aluminum build ensures long-term use.
Ball Heads
Tripods are among the most beneficial photography accessories on the market. When you want to stabilize your camera for a long exposure, take the weight off your neck and shoulders, or ensure that you take multiple images from precisely the same location, tripods are an ideal solution.
Selecting a tripod head is an important step. Some tripod heads are better for video, others are better for stitching panoramas, and still others are designed for a range of situations.
What is a Ball Head and How Does it Work?
A ball head is a type of tripod head that uses a ball and socket structure for support and flexibility. Ball heads offer quick and easy adjustment and fine tuning. They’re also much more compact than pan-tilt tripod heads that require multiple bulky levers.
Most ball heads feature a ball that’s attached to the camera and a socket that’s attached to the tripod. Notches in the socket make it easy for photographers to shoot in either portrait or landscape orientation.
Ball heads feature compact lever locks so you can position your camera exactly where you want it and lock it in place. Some ball heads also feature a 360-degree rotation plate so you can fine tune your positioning even more.
Quick Releases for Ball Heads
Spontaneity is important when it comes to most photography applications. You want to be able to take your camera off the tripod or mount and position it on the tripod efficiently at a moment’s notice.
A quick release makes it easy to mount your camera to the ball head. There are a few different types of quick releases, from the common and universal Arca Swiss system, to a range of proprietary systems. In nearly all quick-release systems, a mounting plate screws into your camera’s universal threaded tripod mount so it’s there when you need it.
Load Capacity
When choosing a ball head, the most important step is ensuring that the ball head can support the full weight of your camera and lens. Small, compact cameras work well with smaller, less rugged ball heads, but if you’re using a large full frame camera with a telephoto lens, look for a robust maximum load capacity.
Top Brands for Tripod Ball Heads
Many of the most reputable tripod manufacturers also offer fantastic ball head options. Trusted brands like Arca Swiss, Benro, Manfrotto, FLM, Slik, Really Right Stuff, Gitzo, Induro, and Novoflex build solid, reliable ball heads to suit cameras of any size.