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2012-06-17T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Ballhead on steroids!

I tried several different heads on my monopod until I put this one on it. I'm done trying different monopod heads. This head tops them all. I purchased this without a clamp and topped it off with my RSS clamp. Using an RSS L plate on my camera and the gimbal feature of this ballhead gives my camera a well balanced, stable monopod platform with smooth vertical movements in the gimbal position. The best platform I've found for a monopod. The gimbal feature is surprisingly versatile and smooth, but, I doubt it would compete with a true gimbal head. Don't kid yourself...there's good reason a true gimbal head costs what it does. I haven't tried this on a tripod...it's staying on my monopod.

DAVE R.

2011-09-05T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great ballhead

I love this ball head. Lightweight and easy to use.

Mel

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Acratech GV2 Specifications

  • Load Capacity

    over 25 lb (11.4 kg)

  • Height

    4.25" (108mm)

  • Tension Control

    Yes

  • Separate Panning Lock

    Yes

  • Finish

    Black anodized

  • Tripod Mount Thread Size

    Dual 1/4"-20 and 3/8"

  • Weight

    < 0.76 lb (345 g)

1 Accessories for Acratech GV2 Ballhead with Gimbal Feature, with all Rubber Knobs, Without Quick Release, Supports 25 lbs.

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About Acratech GV2

The new Acratech GV2 Ballhead is uniquely designed to function both as a ballhead and as a Gimbal head.

Traditional ballhead designs work well for most photography but when longer lenses with tripod collars are used; it can be difficut to control them. In the past it was necessary to carry a separate Gimbal head or Gimbal attachment for your ballhead. Our Acratech GV2 Ballhead solves this problem by functioning as a Gimbal head simply by rotating the ball into the Gimbal slot on the side of theballhead. We put a bushing on the stem of the ball and a pin on the bottom of the ball to provide smooth rotation. It provides totalease of use and freedom of movement. Our Ultimate GV2 Ballhead works well with lenses up to a 400 4.0.

Acratech GV2 Features

  • 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
  • Compatible with Kirk, Arca, R.R.S., and many other QR plates.
  • Beautiful satin black anodized finish.
  • Fits all standard tripods (1/4-20 and 3/8-16 threads).
  • Engraved degree markings.
  • Solid precision feel.
  • Made in U.S.A.
  • Ball will not shift when tightened.
  • Oilless and greaseless ball will not attract or hold dirt and debris.
  • All knobs are secured so they cannot vibrate loose and fall off.

Key Features

  • Lever-operated quick-release clamp
  • Works well with lenses up to 400mm f/4.0 & any tripod with a 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 threaded screw
  • Full movements allow any camera position
  • Precision CNC-machined
  • Solid, precision feel
  • Engraved panning degree markings

What's in the box:

  • Acratech GV2 Ball Head
  • 1/4 "-20 Reducer Bushing
  • Detent Pin
  • Rubber Knobs
  • Acratech 10 Year Warranty