Manfrotto MH496-Q6 Overview
This 496 Center Ball Head with Q6 Arca-Type Quick Release Plate from Manfrotto features an integrated Q6 Arca-type quick release receiver and plate. It features a load capacity of 26.5 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. By loosening the head's primary locking knob, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. A recessed dial set within that locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements. Along the opposite side of the ball head, a secondary locking knob controls the ability to rotate the head 360°.
496 Center Ball Head
- 26.5 lb load capacity
- Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
- Uses ball-and-socket joint to help maximize pan-and-tilt flexibility
- Ball-and-socket joint provides 360° of swivel control, is tiltable down to a 90° angle, and can be locked into place
- Integrated Q6 Arca-type quick release receiver and plate
- Primary locking knob allows ball-and-socket joint to be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position
- Secondary locking knob allows head to rotate 360°
- Dedicated tension control dial for the ball-and-socket joint's movements
- Durable, aluminum-alloy construction
Q6 Arca-Type Quick Release Plate
The Q6 top lock quick system provides a sliding for perfectly balancing a camera on the ball head, and incorporates a with a double-locking system that engages the safety during the balance procedure and to lock it when the right position is achieved.
Manfrotto MH496-Q6 Specs
General
| Head Type | Ball Head |
| Base Mount | 3/8"-16 Female |
| Camera Mounting Screw | 1/4"-20 Male |
| Quick Release Plate Type | Arca-Type |
| Load Capacity | 26.5 lb / 12 kg |
| Number of Bubble Levels | 3 |
| Friction Control | Yes |
| Independent Pan Lock | Yes |
| Material | Aluminum |
Pan & Tilt Range
| Lateral Tilt | -90° to +40° |
| Vertical Tilt | 0° to +90° |
| Panning Range | 360° |
Physical
| Base Diameter | 40 mm |
| Dimensions | ø: 13.0 x H: 13.0 x W: 9.0 cm |
| Weight | 500 g |
In the Box
- Manfrotto 496 Center Ball Head with Q6 Arca-Type Quick Release Plate
- Barcode: 56015
- UPC Barcode: 8024221709063
- Supplier Code: MH496-Q6