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Vanguard ALTA BH-250 Aluminum Alloy Ball Head, Gray

SKU: VGALTABH250 MFR: ALTA BH-250
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Key Features

  • Capture stunning shots with this Vanguard ball head, supporting up to 44 lbs!
  • Enjoy smooth, 360° swivel and precise control for panoramic photography.
  • Achieve perfect leveling with dual bubble levels on this solid ball head.
  • Quickly attach your camera using the Arca-Swiss compatible QS-60 V2 plate.
  • Experience lightweight durability with its robust aluminum alloy build.
  • Easily adjust angles from -90° to 32° for versatile shooting positions.
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SPENCER H : What is the base diameter of this head?Joe T : 2.3 inches
Shopper : Why Did You Choose This?LESLIE P : Good reviews.Kimberly S : The Alta BH-250 is capable of fine adjustments.GREG M : Because I used the exact same product as before.PETER A : Weight capacity and priceKENNETH H : Good reviews and matches the Vanguard tripod that I bought.

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2019-06-26T14:53:24

Rated 2 out of 5

OK but BASSAckward

It's Ok but I'm a SouthPAW so like so much of everything in the world, it's BASSAckwards. Adapt, Persevere, Overcome (SOP) This however was/Is somehow not the usual.

PAUL C.

2019-02-01T05:35:37

Rated 5 out of 5

Save money - buy this one - as good as or better than the "top" named brand.

The art of marketing has created many rich folks and made many of us poorer. Why pay over $300 when $80 is just as good? I've had my hands of the top brand. The workmanship, fit and finish and funtionality of this Vanguard is as good as if not better.

Joe T.

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Vanguard ALTA BH-250 Specifications

  • Material

    Aluminum

  • Lateral Tilt 90deg.

    -90 deg. to 32 deg.

  • Swivel

    360 deg.

  • Max. Load Weight

    44 lbs (19.96kg)

  • Bubble Level

    2

  • Quick Shoe

    QS-60 V2

  • Weight

    1.275 lbs (0.58kg)

  • Base Mount

    3/8"

  • UPC Code

    026196349648

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About Vanguard ALTA BH-250

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Save money - buy this one - as good as or better than the "top" named brand.

By Joe T.

The art of marketing has created many rich folks and made many of us poorer. Why pay over $300 when $80 is just as good? I've had my hands of the top brand. The workmanship, fit and finish and funtionality of this Vanguard is as good as if not better.

ALTA BH-250 ball head is constructed with state of the art materials and production processes to guarantee a secure locking system so that your gear stays in place in all angle positions. Enhanced performance includes: durable aircraft aluminum housing, easy-to-grip large lever lock, ergonomic friction control, precision lock, independent panning lock, two bubble levels for precise 90deg. angle in just one second & accurate 360deg. panoramic photography or videography adjustments, universal Arca-type quick release system with a built-in safety pin to prevent accidentally releasing your camera and QS-60 V2 quick shoe fitted with 1/4" D-ring screw.

ALTA BH-250 is a multi-action ball head that features three independent knob adjustments. The micro adjustment fine tuning knob gives you total control over ball friction for precise adjustments when composing your images. Reposition your camera quickly, easily and accurately with the main locking knob which has an easy-to-grip lever that is oversized and ergonomic.

The Alta BH-250 has durable aircraft aluminum housing which weighs only 20.4 ounces and features a 44 pound safety payload, 2 bubble levels for precision adjustments, a built-in safety pin to prevent accidentally releasing your camera and QS-60 V2 universal 38mm Arca compatible plate with 1/4" D-ring screw, making it compatible with any "Arca-Swiss" type quick release system. The Alta BH-250 provides totally secure locking so your gear stays in place, no matter the angle. An oxidization anodized surface on the ball ensures it will remain scratch-free and provide ultra-smooth and precise movements. ALTA BH-250 guarantees unwavering accuracy and precision for the photos that matter.

Vanguard ALTA BH-250 Features

  • Never Waver - 3 independent knobs (easy-to-grip main ball lock, ergonomic friction control and 360deg. panning knobs)
  • Rapid - Intuitive positioning in a matter of seconds
  • Robustness - Aircraft aluminum for lightweight and long-lasting performance
  • Precise - 2 Bubble levels
  • Smooth - Oxidization anodized surface
  • High Workload Performance - 44 pound safety payload for multi-gear options
  • Safe - "Arca-Swiss" quick release system compatible and a built-in safety pin
  • Ball Head Base - 55mm base with 3/8" thread

Key Features

  • Capture stunning shots with this Vanguard ball head, supporting up to 44 lbs!
  • Enjoy smooth, 360° swivel and precise control for panoramic photography.
  • Achieve perfect leveling with dual bubble levels on this solid ball head.
  • Quickly attach your camera using the Arca-Swiss compatible QS-60 V2 plate.
  • Experience lightweight durability with its robust aluminum alloy build.
  • Easily adjust angles from -90° to 32° for versatile shooting positions.

What's in the box:

  • ALTA BH-250 Aluminum Alloy Ball Head
  • QS-60 V2 Quick Release Plate
  • Vanguard 1 Year Warranty