Manfrotto 057 Magnesium Ball Head with Q5 Quick Release
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Manfrotto 057 Magnesium Ball Head with Q5 Quick Release, Supports 33 lbs.

SKU: BGMH057M0Q5

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Shopper : Will 057 head work with my old velbon vgb-3 tripod?ANDREW H : I don't see why not if you're tripod has a 1/4"-20 or 3/8-16 stud on it.JESUS L : This ball head has worked perfectly for me to use in situations to take photos within the whitewater rivers and fits perfectly into any tripod. It is to support heavy equipment.
Shopper : Does this come with the actual sliding plate also or do I need to purchase that separately?ERIC S : Yes, the plate is included.WILLIAM L : It comes with the sliding plate. I have used the ball head several times already and is a very good unit indeed.STEVE G : It does come with the sliding plate. It's a great ball head. a little chunky but since i'm using it with a canon 1d mark iii and 70-200 it works great. Good balance and smooth action. Hope this helps.BRYAN T : it comes with the plate

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2016-09-06T14:46:33

Rated 5 out of 5

If the picture matters, then the best equipment matters!!!

If the picture matters, then the best equipment matters!!! This head, and 057 carbon fiber tripod were a gift from my wife. The versatility of this head is tremendous,veri- angled, and provides for a leveled portrait orientation, when needed. This is an excellent piece of kit, and comes highly recommend by me!!!

AL K.

2012-02-19T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Really great product

I use this ball head on my 057 tripod. The two are made for each other, and I use mine to provide support for all of my cameras--digital, 35mm and medium format. when I want to shoot a flower photo down low, a few adjustments, and I'm there. when shooting a bridal portrait outside or inside, or when shooting group photos of the wedding party, I have all the stability and utility I need. The ergonomics of the knobs and levers is very smooth and intuitive.

lucky

2011-09-10T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

The Beast

I struggled between purchasing this or the RRS 55. I don't generally purchase something new to the market. I like to normally wait and let the bugs get worked out and to also see what the consumer response is but since I really needed a head I was forced to make a decision based on specs. This was an upgrade from the 488. Night and day. Yes it is much bigger but I can't say that it's any heavier, at least as far as toting around. The control is so much nicer and more stable. I never really felt comfortable with the 488. It always made me a little nervous. This head is rock solid. The only complaint I have is now I think I need to upgrade my legs....

STEVE G.

Manfrotto MH057M05 Specifications

  • Lateral tilt

    -103deg. / +40deg. head tilt

  • Load capacity

    15 kg / 33.07 lbs

  • Material

    Magnesium

  • Panoramic rotation

    360 deg.

  • Plate type

    501PL

  • Quick release

    Yes

  • Working height

    14.8 cm / 5.83"

  • Weight

    1310 g / 46.11 oz

  • UPC Code

    719821324256

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Really great product

By lucky

I use this ball head on my 057 tripod. The two are made for each other, and I use mine to provide support for all of my cameras--digital, 35mm and medium format. when I want to shoot a flower photo down low, a few adjustments, and I'm there. when shooting a bridal portrait outside or inside, or when shooting group photos of the wedding party, I have all the stability and utility I need. The ergonomics of the knobs and levers is very smooth and intuitive.

The Beast

By STEVE G.

I struggled between purchasing this or the RRS 55. I don't generally purchase something new to the market. I like to normally wait and let the bugs get worked out and to also see what the consumer response is but since I really needed a head I was forced to make a decision based on specs. This was an upgrade from the 488. Night and day. Yes it is much bigger but I can't say that it's any heavier, at least as far as toting around. The control is so much nicer and more stable. I never rea...

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Manfrotto 057 with Q5 Quick Release (Smoke) is the best ball head, dedicated to 057 carbon fibre tripods. An extremely precise ball head, providing extra smooth movements thanks to state of the art materials and technology. Innovative and unique features like the exclusive 90deg.-105deg. portrait angle selector allows for better camera control for advanced, precise settings.

Innovative, compact, ergonomic, powerful and made of lightweight magnesium - it is the ideal tool for durability, high performance and accuracy. The new magnesium Q5 Quick Release system is compatible with RC5 standard plates and offers increased ergonomics, speed, reduced weight and accuracy - thanks to 3 leveling bubbles. The Q5 with the sliding plate provides a perfect weight balance for heavy equipment and long lenses.

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What's in the box:

  • Manfrotto 057 Magnesium Ball Head
  • Q5 Quick Release Plate
  • 1/4"-20 & 3/8" Screws
  • 10 Year Limited Warranty (6 Months + 9 Years & 6 Months Extension with Online Registration)

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