Manfrotto 055 Ball Head

The most popular and most imitated, and yet unrivalled family of pro tripods in the market, the 055 is the best option for size, weight and stability.The Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head is a sturdy professional ball head with separate controls for tilt, pan, and friction that enable precise positioning. With a 26.5 lb load capacity and 1/4″-20 & 3/8″-16 screws, the durable head is suitable for just about any camera – or attach a screw-on quick-release assembly of your choice (not included).

The 055 head’s lateral tilt ranges from -100° to +40°, and pan is a full 360°. With the head’s independent pan lock, its state-of-the-art materials & technology that enable smooth movements, plus the degree markers around the base, the 055 is well-suited for precise panoramic photography.

Perfect companion for Manfrotto 055 carbon-fiber tripods
Portrait angle selector (90-100°) for finer control over positioning
Constructed of lightweight magnesium (weighs 2.0 lb)
Traditional disc attachment (no quick-release mechanism)
Patent-pending design
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 Manfrotto 055

 

Manfrotto 055 Magnesium Ball Head  specifications:

Load Capacity 26.5 lb (12 kg)
Ball Sphere Diameter Not specified by manufacturer
Quick Release No
Camera Mount Plate Fixed, with 1/4-20″ and 3/8″-16 screws
Spirit Level No
Tension Control Yes
Separate Panning Lock Yes
Tripod Mount Thread Size 3/8″-16
Tilt Range -100° to +40° lateral tilt
Pan Range 360°
Material Magnesium
Color Smoke
Height 4.9″ (12.4 cm)
Maximum Diameter Not specified by manufacturer
Weight 2.0 lb (0.9 kg)

Manfrotto 055 Ball Head related products:

055XB ClassicTripod (Black) 055XB
055XPROB Pro Tripod (Black) 055XPROB
Manfrotto 055 Series Photo-Movie Head
Manfrotto Bogen 055 XDB Tripod

 

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