Name: Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head with Screw-Knob Panning Clamp, 50 lb Capacity
Brand: Really Right Stuff
SKU: RRSBH55PCPRO
Price: 695.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5 (23 reviews)

Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head with Screw-Knob Panning Clamp, 50 lb Capacity

Really Right Stuff BH-55

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Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head, Screw-Knob Panning Clamp, 50 lb Capacity

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Shop the Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head: 50lb capacity, Arca-Type QR, smooth 360° pan. Aluminum build, independent pan lock. Order today!

Why settle for less when you can have the best  The BH-55 Ball Head with Screw-Knob Panning Clamp is the epitome of precision, durability, and versatility. This high-quality product is the result of years of meticulous development, incorporating valuable feedback from seasoned professionals and photography enthusiasts alike. Designed with the discerning photographer in mind, the BH-55 Ball Head is more than just a functional tool it's an investment in your craft. It offers up to 45 degrees of tilt in all directions, and up to 90 degrees in the two drop-notches, providing you with the flexibility to capture your shots from various angles. The BH-55 Ball Head stands out with its intuitive operation and predictable controls. The knurled main lock knob independently controls the tension of the main ball joint, ensuring a secure hold for your camera or other photography equipment. The midsize knurled knob offers independent control of the panning base, which is marked with laser-engraved degree markers every 2.5 degrees for precise positioning. The smaller spade knob works in harmony with the main lock knob to maintain a minimum level of resistance on the ball joint at all times, regardless of whether the main lock knob is fully loosened or not. This feature ensures that your equipment remains stable and secure, even when adjustments are being made. The BH-55 Ball Head is not only reliable but also resilient. It delivers solid performance in all weather and temperature ranges, making it a versatile companion for your photography adventures. Its low-profile design, precision control knobs, and rugged housing make it the preferred choice for both seasoned professionals and enthusiastic amateurs. In a world where aesthetics and functionality often clash, the BH-55 Ball Head proves that you can have both. Its sleek design and intuitive operation make it a joy to use, while its sturdy construction and high load capacity of 50 lbs ensure that it can handle even the heaviest of cameras and lenses. Choose the BH-55 Ball Head with Screw-Knob Panning Clamp for a seamless photography experience. It's not just a tool it's a testament to the power of thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship.

It's very early in my experience with and learning of the BH-55, but i am really impressed with it so far..  Large and very stable ball, large knobs which hold, no creep in the head and intuitive to use.  I look forward to learning and getting used to it starting with the April 8th total solar eclipse in the Texas Hill country.  I think this ball head will last a lifetime unlike others I have owned.

Impressive piece of equipment

Solid but fully and easily adjustable. It will last longer than you are likely to live! It will be the only ball head you will have to buy.

BH 55. Ball Head

Excellent Quality, and rugged build. Well worth the price.
I once had a weaker ball head, that started drooping with my cam and lens on it as I was taking long exp in a swamp, and the cam. lens and tripod fell into the swamp.  Lesson learned! I was lucky I had water intrusion in only the lens, which was cleaned-to as new condition inside and out by my local cam shop repairman at low cost...with no problems, mold etc..

Help prevent a camera ball head drop disaster -

No substitute for this head.  You will never regret the purchase.

The bomb

Absolutely the best quality on the market. Smooth as glass and a joy to use. Really much better tan I expected. I am sold on this company and their products.

RRS BH55 Ball Head w/ Full Size Lever Release

I am very pleased with the Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head. It fits my large hands perfectly. I highly recommend this ball head.

Perfect size for large hands.

It weighs a lot but it's a great camera mount.  RRS is expense but high quality.  The quick release is amazing, especially when coupled with the RRS L-bracket.

Professional quality camera mount

Made in America

Very solid ball head. Received recently, but have yet to try on a tripod. Has a bit of weight to it, but feels like it will easily last several years. Went with the clamp knob over the quick release for a bit of versatility to work with different off brand L brackets. Would recommend.

Bh 55 pano ball head

Have not found anything comparible to this ball head. Its the second of two I own.

Nothing Comparible

very good.  expensive but good.

Great quality

Very sturdy and meaty Ball Head. Also very fluid movements and good functional lock. As soon as you hold it in your hands you know this is going to last forever.

Sturdy Quality

I?ve only had the BH-55 for a couple weeks and will never look back. 
You can feel and see that the head was built to last. Smooth operation and easy to use with perfectly sized tension knobs.
You will feel confident putting your expensive gear on this bad boy and forget about getting and sag. 
Well engineered, well built and worth the price tag.

Hands down the best ball head to date

It?s a RRS product so it is very well engineered. The smoothness is fantastic. The base turning axis on my unit is a little stiff but I imagine that will get better with time. I use my head for 4x5 cameras and it does a great job at keeping these large cameras stable during light winds. I?ve got it mounted on a 3 series tripod and it looks amazing (as well as performs equally as well). Highly recommended if you can afford it.

Great tripod head for large or heavy cameras.

I love this ball head

Extremely sturdy ball head with smooth operation. Locks solidly and doesn?t drift. Using with a full frame camera and grip along with 70-200mm 2.8.  Love it

Ball head

Very, very stable ball head that's so easy to use it is amazing.  Mounted on a serious tripod it is absolutely stable.  Control knobs make composing photos a breeze.  I just wish I had picked this up years ago.

Ball Heaven

I researched for hours for the best Ball Head for my Induro Stealth CLT tripod and decided on this due to the reviews.

  When I received it I thought, oh my, you have really over done it this time!  After using the RRS BH-55 ball head it is perfect for my Nikon D850 and Tamron 150-600 lens.  I no longer worry about stability with this combo!

One Heck of a Ball Head!

Excellent product.  Combined with the Induro Legs this creates a rock steady tripod set.

Excellent!

Great clamping security, no slippage. Easy to use and ease of access to knobs and tensioners.

Very pleased

Awesome!  Have been very impressed with this ball head so far, and definitely recommend.

As advertised

I owned a RRS BH-55 for 3 years until it was stolen from me in Oxford-UK a year ago. I had to go back to my old Manfrotto 498RC2. Nothing wrong with the Manfrotto ball-head. I was good for my Nikon D90 and a 18-200 lens and still is. But when I bought a Nikon D4s,I  felt a little uneasy with this ball-head holding a more heavy camera. At that time I switched to the all around professionals advertised RRS-BH-55. And they were right. It is a beautiful, solid, well built and very functional  ball-head. I felt more secure with this RRS-BH supporting a D4s and heavier lenses like the 70-200/2.8.
So, when my RRS-BH 55 was stolen, I knew I had to get another BH-55. It took me a few moths as it is a little costly but I believe it is worth every penny. This new BH-55 is now insured as the rest of my gear.
The only thing I would improve in this ball-head is that the lever release is a little hard to turn it on and off to secure and release the camera. I guess the the screw-knot clam is an alternative but I never owned one with that clamp. Otherwise everything is perfect, and My first BH-55 worked without any problem for the years I had it.

Really Right Stuff BH-55 Ball Head with Screw-Knob Panning Clamp, 50 lb Capacity

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