The PB343-27 Powerball Ball Head with 3 Controls and Arca Type Quick Release from Davis & Sanford provides three control knobs for ball tension control, ball lock and 360º panning movements. The separate controls allow smooth, precise positioning and firm locking. An Arca-Swiss style quick release enables you to easily remove the camera from the head and a safety lock helps prevent miscues that can damage your camera. A standard base with 3/8-16" screw thread is compatible with most tripods and monopods and with a load capacity of 27 lb, this head will hold almost any camera and lens combination including videocameras, medium format, DSLR, mirrorless and point and shoots. Two bubble levels allow for even alignment and precise composition.

27 lb Load Capacity    43.5mm Ball Diameter    Knobs for Pan, Ball Friction, Ball Lock    Arca-Swiss Compatible Quick Release    Quick Release Safety Lock    3/8-16" Threaded Base    Two Bubble Levels

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can I use this with an OConnor 35L?

A: I don't know but probably.It looks like it will fit anything and its very nice.Kenny

Q: 2. Does this have fluid pan AND tilt?

A: Yes, the following unit is capable of 360° pan movement while providing separate pan and tilt locks.

Q: 3. I know it's rated for 18 lbs but can it support a full-sized URSA with minimal accessories?

A: The BMD Ursa weighs 16 pounds before you add a battery, lens and other accessories. It is going to be very hard to keep the Ursa at the 18 pound mark, we advise against using this head. You can start your search with systems that have the Manfrotto 509HD Head. The 509HD has a load capacity of 29 pounds, which is enough to handle the Ursa and accessories. You will also need a VCT-14 Quick Release Tripod Adapter to mount the Ursa on any tripod.

Q: 4. Can I replace it's mounting plate with another, like the Zacuto VCT Tripod Plate?

A: The way to attach the Zacuto VCT Tripod Plate to the Davis & Sanford FM18 Fluid Head's is by using the FM18's own quick release plate as the attachment point.

Q: 5. Is this the FM18 or FM18/2? I just got burned buying the ProVista tripod clearly showing a picture of the FM18/2 (like this product image) and received the FM18 which is stiff and not as fluid.

A: It's the FM18/2.

Q: 6. Can it be used with Manor toot 502 tripod?

A: yes, i use it together

Q: 7. does this have a flat base?

A: Yes, this has a flat base.

Q: 8. I cant tighten the plate because the screw to tighten it butts up against our 5D M3. It retracts slightly, but not nearly enough to turn it while the camera is mounted. What am I doing wrong??

A: The lever is on a ratcheting arm. Pull the lever out, reposition and tighten.

Q: 9. Can I use this Spreader Dolly with a Manfrotto MVH502A Tripod?

A: The Manfrotto MVH502A model number only details the fluid head, not the legs. This head can be used on and comes packaged with many different tripod legs. The legs are what are important when looking for a compatible tripod dolly. The Davis and Sanford W4DS tripod dolly is only compatible with tripods with spiked claw feet such as the Manfrotto 546B tripod legs (B&H # MAH502A546BK).

Q: 10. How do you remove this head if mounted on a tripod, so you can use fluid head on a monopod or other device?

A: If you are ordering this product (just the head), there is no need to remove it from anything as it is the head only. If the FM18 head is mounted to a tripod raise the center post and lock it. Look underneath the center post top cap and you will see two allen screws. Loosen these screws and the head will now twist off.