Manfrotto 484RC2 Mini Ball Head with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate (3157N)
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Product Description |
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This versatile head is fitted with a 3157N quick-release camera plate with a secondary safety catch. This head is perfect for 35mm SLR cameras with medium lenses, and light medium format cameras. A direct replacement of the 3262QR Midi Ball Head, the 484RC2 features a strong die-cast construction, precision machined aluminum housing, and an extremely hard phenolic resin ball which provides smoother movements across all tilt positions. It has a single indexed ratchet locking knob for a 360 degrees pan and a double groove for a 90 degrees tilt movements. Camera plate has a 1/4-20 inch male thread, and head to tripod attachment is 3/8 inch female.
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Product Details |
- Versatile head fitted with a 3157N quick-release camera plate and a secondary safety catch
- Perfect for 35mm SLR cameras with medium lenses, and light medium format cameras
- Strong die-cast construction, precision machined aluminum housing
- Extremely hard phenolic resin ball which provides smoother movements across all tilt positions
- Single indexed ratchet locking knob for 360-degree pan and a double groove for +90 to -90-degree tilt movements
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 First class, but expensive |
| Review Date: March 4, 2010 |
| Reviewer: D. Turner, Illinois |
| Bought this, along with the manfrotto 680b monopod after seeing a photographer using the set-up at an ice skating competition. I'm using it with a Nikon D5000 and a Canon VIXIA HFS10 HD video camcorder. It's more than I was used to carrying around, but it's a great and sturdy set-up, albeit pretty pricey. |
Manfrotto Mini Ball
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| Review Date: December 27, 2009 |
| Reviewer: John D. Hollingsworth, Fort Worth TX |
| Every Manfrotto piece I have purchased has been based on thoughtful reviews by Amazon customers. I wanted to return the favor....I LOVE this mini ball!!!! I can fit it alond with the uni-pod in my day pack and still have massive amounts of room to spare. The quality is off the charts and the ease of use is exceptional. You will not regret this purchase. |
Quick and easy
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| Review Date: August 12, 2009 |
| Reviewer: J. Beldin, Pt. Townsend, Wa. |
| I bought this ball head to go with my manfrotto monopod. It makes a perfect combo- very quick and easy to use. Tightens up well. I like its flexibility and how quickly I can change camera positions. |
Excellent Upgrade Tripod Head
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| Review Date: May 17, 2009 |
| Reviewer: cjw333, San Jose, CA United States |
If you've purchased an inexpensive or entry level tripod it is likely that the head that came with it is not the best. Assuming that the head is removable this problem is easily remedied with an upgrade.
I chose the Manfrotto 484RC2 to upgrade my Velbon travel tripod which came with a decent head that lacked a quick release. For me a quick release makes the tripod/head much more convenient with the ability to quickly mount and remove your camera.
The 484RC2 comes with a great quick release that includes a locking mechanism which prevents accidental removal of your camera. This is an excellent safeguard.
I also like the plate that comes with the 484RC2. The mechanism used to screw the plate to your camera includes a flip out arm for easy tightening. Other plates just have a slot that requires a coin or screwdriver to tighten. If you don't have one of those it's difficult to get the plate tight on the camera which means it's going to slip around.
I was recommended the 484RC2 head since it was relatively light, came at a reasonable price and would work well with my camera. I'm using this with my Canon XTi and a borrowed Canon EF 24-70mm f/2.8L USM Standard Zoom Lens (my heaviest lens) and although the recommendation was to go with a bigger head, the 484RC2 holds steady with no slipping.
I'll be putting this head through its paces shortly but initially I'm very happy with my purchase.
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Installing is not easy
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| Review Date: May 2, 2009 |
| Reviewer: Thomas H. Adams, Pacifica, CA |
| I have two manfrotto tripods with 501 heads. I've yet to figure out how to remove the 501s and install the mini-ball head. Am considering getting a third tripod, specifically for photography. |
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