Name: Used Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 SP Single Pan with Classic Quick Set Device , Supports 132 lbs. (Plate Not Included) undefined
Brand: Arca Swiss
SKU: US1628101
Price: 339.00 USD
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 4.65 (17 reviews)

Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 SP Single Pan with Classic Quick Set Device , Supports 132 lbs. (Plate Not Included)

Arca Swiss Monoball Z1+

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Arca Swiss Monoball Z1+ SP Tripod Head, Quick Set Classic (Plate Not Included)

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This tripod head's advanced and patented features have been greatly optimized using new technical solutions, materials and coatings.The ARCA-SWISS Monoball Z1+ is the latest tripod head in the Monoball Z-Family. Following the introduction Z1g+, the Z1+ will benefit equally from the further refined "Motion Related Gravity Control" system. MRGC is a variable bi-directional drag system which operates independently on both axes but is stabilized in all directions.With horizontal movements, the friction setting of the ball head remains the same, whereas vertical movements take advantage of the aspherical ball which leads to a progressive increase of the friction as the camera/lens is tipped forward or back.Intelligent engineering and precise manufacturing guarantee well distributed radial forces to provide a strong hold while simultaneously allowing smooth and accurate positioning of the camera. The Z1+ weighs 800 gr and can handle loads of up to 60 kg.Thanks to ARCA-SWISS' clever accessory systems, all our monoballs can be fitted with extensions to cater to your every requirement.

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What else can be said, Arca Swiss is the one to get. I love it

Arca Swiss - Nothing is better!

This ball head was made extremely well. It is very solid and look like it’s going to last a lifetime. Ball head itself is very smooth when loose and very very hard to move when tight hence the 130lbs weight capacity of this ball head. Panning is good but i little tight, I put this on a gitzo systematic tripod and i can’t fully loosen the panning knob lock because the knob touches the plate of the tripod that would unable me to turn the panning knob, when tighten I just turn it half way and its extremely tight.

My first real ball head

good

The ball is stiff.  Also, you cannot remove the clamp unless you send it in, so you cannot replace the clamp yourself.  Very expensive, you do not get what you pay for.

Overpriced, Stiff

Holds 5Dmk3 with 70-200 f2.8 with no shake. Built very well and good quality.

Great deal for price.

The Arca Swiss Z1 is an extraordinarily stable tripod head.  It does a great job with long exposure shots with my D800 / 200-400mm F4 combo.  Images out at 400mm are sharp, with no pixel smearing detected.  Love the classic quick set, as I can adjust to any manufacturer's Arca-Swiss compatible plate w/o having to adjust a lever tension, and it's nearly as fast to engage. I don't own any small form factor plates, so I don't have an appreciation for the presence of the lower jaws, and sometimes when I'm in a hurry, I hook plates on the lower lip by mistake.  Not a big deal, just an annoyance as I'm getting more accustomed to the mount.  Overall, the Arca Swiss Z1 gets top marks from me.

Solid, solid, solid!!!

This is my first professional quality ball head. Wow, what a difference! I replaced the standard plate with a Kirk plate, which includes a built-in bubble. It works much better than my old Manfrotto "pistol grip" Model 3265 in terms of fine adjustments. I keep a RRS "L" plate constantly mounted on my Nikon D200. I plan on changing the head on my monopod next, as the convenience of the Arca-Swiss mounting plate is tough to beat.

Professional Grade

This has improved my photography greatly by making the tripod part of work flow.

I now use the tripod more

This tripod head has got me to use the tripod more and more and that makes me a better photographer.

Makes me a better photographer

This is the only high quality head I have used, and it is a big leap up from Manfrottos etc. The motion is very smooth, and it works well for things like tracking birds and panning.

It would be nice to have a second ball slot like Really Right Stuff heads (which I have never used). It is heavy - weighs more than my tripod - but it is a pleasure to use.

I don't notice any effect from the vaunted asymmetric ball - it will still flop if friction is not snug enough, but the friction adjustment is very gradual, and it becomes very solid well short of locking up. 

The friction knob can be set to maintain suitable minimum friction for your rig, but it seems to loosen up over time, and needs to be readjusted fairly often. Fortunately this isn't difficult.

The thing I like least is the hokey little lever that controls the panning rotation. It does allow me to set some friction for smooth panning, but unless it is fully tightened it seems to loosen easily, losing the friction.

All of that said, it is a very smooth, solid head that gives great control over the motion (or not) of the camera.

Good, but not perfect

Ok, I have not tried any other ball head, but as a first, I thought to make sure that I bought something truly great, and not have to keep buying a better product because of dissatisfaction. 

Using it for about a week so far, I can only say good things about it.

It's the classic

Superb ball head.  Rock solid, easy to use.  Buy this and you'll never need another ball head.

Great Ballhead

Arca Swiss heads are probably the best. There are Chinese made ball heads that are knock offs that might come close. If you want a quality product and price is no object, this is your product.

Great tripod head

I needed this head in time for a project. My previous tripod head failed and I needed this one in time to do the job. Luckily I had another back-up, but I did not want to use it. [...]

Does not come with plate.

Easily functions with my 400mm 2.8 + Nikon D3x on Gitzo Series 3. Also works well with Wimberley Sidekick.

Just had to have the one that the system is named after.

Absolutely none of the problems with older B1 that I read about.

SIMPLY THE BEST

I've used an Arca-Swiss B1 for years, and recently purchased the Z1. Same smooooth, fluid action and reliable tension control, in a smaller package. I HIGHLY recommend Arca-Swiss monoball to any serious photographer. Treat it right and it will reward you for years to come. I use L-Brackets on my camera bodies, and it is quick and easy to attach/remove. Once you set the tension for your lens/body combo, it is ridiculously simple to recompose. Very stable.

Arca-Swiss Monoball Z1 Single Pan

Like this ballhead a lot and I have owned quite a few before. No creep at all! One thing to consider is the long quick release bolt, the flip lock version is closer to the body, but maybe more prone to errors.

Used Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 SP Single Pan with Classic Quick Set Device , Supports 132 lbs. (Plate Not Included)

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Arca Swiss Monoball Z1+ SP Tripod Head, Quick Set Classic (Plate Not Included)