Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head with Q2 Quick Release
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Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head with Q2 Quick Release, Up to 26.5 lbs Load Capacity

SKU: BGMH055M0Q2
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2013-03-25T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Strong holder

use on D800 and 70-200 and take landscape picture with 64 sec,no problem.

lecong

2013-03-18T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Up to Snuff

Good mid-size head. If clamp tightened more securely, I'd give it five stars. Giving Giotto its due, perhaps I am spoiled by Manfrotto's proprietary lever system, which can't be beat. Ideal travel head, as compact, light in weight, but sturdy.

wahoowest

2013-03-18T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Robust ball head works well

Holds SLR in correct position.

barkebo

Manfrotto MH055M0Q2 Specifications

  • Load Capacity

    26.5 lb (12 kg)

  • Quick Release

    Yes, Q2 system

  • Camera Mount Plate

    200PL-14 quick-release plate with 1/4"-20 screw

  • Spirit Level

    Yes, 2

  • Tension Control

    Yes

  • Separate Panning Lock

    Yes

  • Tripod Mount Thread Size

    3/8"-16

  • Tilt Range

    -100Deg. to +40Deg. lateral tilt

  • Pan Range

    360Deg.

  • Material

    Magnesium

  • Height

    5.2" (13.1 cm)

  • Weight

    2.03 lb (0.92 kg)

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About Manfrotto MH055M0Q2

The Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head with Q2 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, the durable head is suitable for just about any camera. The 055 head's lateral tilt ranges from -100Deg. to +40Deg. and pan is a full 360Deg.

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 innovative Q2 system, which offers excellent ergonomics & speed as well as light weight.

Manfrotto MH055M0Q2 Features

  • Perfect companion for Manfrotto 055 carbon-fiber tripods
  • Magnesium Q2 quick-release system is compatible with RC2 standard plates
  • Portrait angle selector (90-100deg.) for finer control over positioning
  • Dual spirit levels for both portrait & landscape orientations
  • Constructed of lightweight magnesium (weighs 2.0 lb)
  • Patent-pending design

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Key Features

  • Perfect companion for Manfrotto 055 carbon-fiber tripods
  • Magnesium Q2 quick-release system is compatible with RC2 standard plates
  • Portrait angle selector (90-100deg.) for finer control over positioning
  • Dual spirit levels for both portrait & landscape orientations
  • Constructed of lightweight magnesium (weighs 2.0 lb)
  • Patent-pending design

What's in the box:

  • Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head
  • Q2 Quick Release System
  • 200PL-14 Rectangular Quick Release Plate
  • 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16 Thread
  • Manfrotto 2 Year Warranty (Additional 8 Years with Online Registration)