Used Manfrotto 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head, with Fixed Plate, Supports 35.3 lbs

SKU: US1486873

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2012-04-16T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very please and use often.

I have been very please with the articulation and levels of adjustments that I have been able to get while utilizing this ball head. Once I was able to get the tension set to my liking it became even more useful and practical to adjust.

TRDRollaGTS

2007-02-17T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Bogen hydrostatic ballhead

used with Gitzo CF legs gives tremendous stability for reasonable weight

BOBP

2007-02-17T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Bogen hydrostatic head

Combined with Gitzo Series 2 CF legs rigidity for weight is exceptional. Locking/friction mechanism can be slightly tricky to use

BobP

2007-01-02T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good Head

My first friction ball head, works great, very easy to use and sturdy. Good buy.

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Manfrotto 468MG Specifications

  • Tripod Head: Type

    HYDROSTATIC BALL HEAD
    fixed plate

  • Tripod Head: Dimensions

    5.1 inches high

  • Tripod Head: Weight

    1.4 lbs

  • Tripod Head: Load Capacity

    35.3 lbs

  • Tripod Head: Pan / Tilt

    Pan 360°
    Tilt +90°-90°
    Tilt Drag: Friction setting helps balance camera weight
    Independent Pan & Tilt locks

  • Notes

    1/4"-3/8" screw with easy grib geared knob for faster, more secure blocking
    Material: Magnesium Casting/Aluminum Ball
    Finish; Black

About Manfrotto 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head with Fixed Plate - SKU#1486873

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Very please and use often.

By TRDRollaGTS

I have been very please with the articulation and levels of adjustments that I have been able to get while utilizing this ball head. Once I was able to get the tension set to my liking it became even more useful and practical to adjust.

Good Head

By aprupture

My first friction ball head, works great, very easy to use and sturdy. Good buy.

The 468MG is the first ball head in the world to incorporate a hydraulic system to lock the ball mechanism in place. Using hydraulics instead of a mechanical system produces a super-tight lock from a minimal turn of the locking knob, without sacrificing the smoothness of the ball's movement when unblocked.

The 468MG series is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time being able to support heavy camera loads up to 35lbs! The 468MG borrows the popular features found on Manfrotto's standard range of ball heads - such as independent pan and tilt locks with a 360° pan movement and +90° / -90° tilt movement.

To keep weight low, the head is made of magnesium; and to provide smooth movements, the 2" aluminum ball is Teflon coated. The oversized ball locking knob allows for easy control even when using gloves. Completing this masterpieceis a graduated engraved panoramic base and a choice of six different Hydrostatic Ball Head versions (note: two hydrostatic ball heads are 'Special Order' items only) with fixed or quick-release camera attachment systems.

The 468MG fixed attachment system has an easy-to-grip notched ring that turns the camera mounting retractable 1/4"-3/8" screw making it easier to mount your camera to the head.

Manfrotto 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head with Fixed Plate - SKU#1486873 Features

  • Hydraulic system to lock the ball mechanism in place
  • Oil pressure against ball locks more firmly than mechanical methods
  • Calibrated adjustable friction control
  • Friction dial prests oil pressure when ball is unlocked to give easier framing adjustment & better safer support for heavy and long equipment
  • Ball lock knob compresses oil in compartment, exerting more locking force with minimum movement
  • Able to support heavy camera loads up to 35lbs!
  • Independent Pan Lock with a 360° Pan Movement
  • Independent Tilt Lock with a +90° / -90° tilt movement.
  • Head made of magnesium to provide smooth movements
  • 2" Aluminum Ball Teflon coated
  • Oversized ball locking knob allows for easy control
  • Graduated engraved panoramic base
  • Available in Various Plate type versions

What's in the box:

  • 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head
  • Camera Plate with 1/4" Male Thread