Arca-Swiss Monoballfix Z1 Double Panorama Ball Head

Arca-swiss Monoballfix Z1 Double Panorama Ball Head

Product Code: eq175329
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$1,649.85 $2,573.77

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The Arca-Swiss MonoballFix Z1 Double Panorama Ball Headis a ball head and quick-release system from Arca-Swiss. The new MonoballFix quick-release plate is engineered so the camera cannot slide out of position accidentally.

The Double Panorama means that in addition to the first panorama swivel unit, there is a second unit located between the aspherical ball and the quick-lock plate. The second panorama swivel unit is convenient when shooting full-panorama pictures. The plane of the fast locking mechanism can be precisely aligned with the ball head, allowing the camera to rotate on the horizontal axis.

Key Specs
Camera Mounting Screw	No
Camera Plate	Quick Release: Arca-Type
Head Type	Ball Head
Drag Control	Yes
Load Capacity	132 lb / 60 kg
Weight	1.7 lb / 760 g
Camera Attachment
Camera Mounting Screw	No
Camera Plate	Quick Release: Arca-Type
Head
Head Type	Ball Head
Base Mount	Flat Base with 1/4"-20 Female
Counter Balance	No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control	Yes
Independent Pan Lock	Yes
Vertical Tilt	No
Lateral Tilt	No
General
Load Capacity	132 lb / 60 kg
Bubble Level	Yes
Weight	1.7 lb / 760 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight	1.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	6.5 x 6.25 x 3.75"

Precise horizontal alignment

Compatible with MonoballFix plates

360° rotation on the horizontal axis

MonoballFix locking system

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this head come with a quick release plate? If not, which plate should I buy? I own Nikon D800.

A: A quick release plate is not included. For the D800 I recommend the Arca-Swiss Universal Quick Release Plate with 1/4 Screw (40mm) and Rubber Surface. http://bhpho.to/9g0L6O

Q: 2. What is the weight capacity?

A: Unfortunately Arca-Swiss L-Bracket MonoballFix Universal does not list a load capacity but it is very strong. It can hold the weight of any digital camera in the style of the Canon 5d Mark IV and the Nikon D850.

Q: 3. Will the Arca-Swiss L-Bracket BH #ARVHLH MFR #802306 work with Z1?

A: Yes, the Arca-Swiss L-Bracket, BH #ARVHLH is compatible with the Monoball Z1 dp Ball Head with Quick Release.

Q: 4. Is this the newer z1+ version?

A: Yes, this is the new Z1+ head.

Q: 5. What's the difference between this model and the flip lock version? What is more sturdy?

A: The difference is this one has a knob that you would turn to lock and unlock the clamp versus the flip lock on the other version. There really isn't one better than the other. It is mostly personal preference.

Q: 6. What's the difference betwee this and the 801104?

A: The difference we found is the Z1 sp can handle 130 lb / 59 kg and has 1 bubble level. The MonoballFix Z1 can handle 132 lb / 60 kg and has 2 bubble levels.

Q: 7. Can the Arca part of the clamps be rotated 90 degrees so the Arca grooves are in line with the bracket instead of at right angle to it?

A: Unfortunately, the Arca dovetail portion of the Arca Swiss L-Bracket MonoballFix Universal cannot be rotated 90°.

Q: 8. hi,is there a clamp with a escale engraved on it?

A: There aren't any clamps with scales engraved on them. However, there are many Arca-compatible panoramic rails with degrees engraved on them that you could use, such as the Sunwayfoto DPG-3016 Stereography Rail: http://bhpho.to/1cUTch9

Q: 9. is this head compatible with bogey 3021 tripod

A: It accepts a standard 1/4in male tripod thread on the bottom (the smaller size), if your tripod has the larger 3/8in thread size you will need some sort of adapter

Q: 10. Can anyone please help and let me know what QR plate do I use for a Canon 5DSR if I were to buy this ball head? Thanks.

A: The normal Arca plate will fit. The camera plate is not supposed to sit flush against the base but use the top finger to hold the camera plate. It does it well and very sturdy. The bottom finger and base pin will hold lens plates where the pin adds extra protection against sliding out. Get this monoball. I love mine.

anyonymous	11/09/2024
[Ball Head] dp comes in handy, especially when in vertical or non-level ground. solid product, highly recommend it- you get what you pay for! it does weight a bit, but I guess that expected from the high quality materials? (to make it sturdy) 5

Charles	25/08/2024
[Yes] I've been debating making this investment for over six months. Reviews at B&H as well my photo blog had nothing but high reviews. So I took the jump and waited for Santa to appear (dressd in a brown uniform). It arrived and carefully unwrapped my gift to me. The double panning ball head was engineered to precision - nothing but outstanding quality. The quick release was firm and held my Canon Mark III with the f2.8 70-200 mm lens without any movement. . When the camera & lens were attached to the monoball head it was rock solid. While ownership is costly, the long term benefits will outweigh the intial cost. Can't wait to use my Canon DIII with the the Canon marco lens. 5

David	09/08/2024
[1.9 lb] I agonized over which ball head to order after doing way too much research. I saw the Arca Swiss recommended online, and after my first big shoot with it, it was a great purchase. I've used another well known brand's ball head in the past, but didn't like how the camera could easily flop over when loosening the ball. The Arca Swiss maintains some tension due to the egg-shaped design and is very smooth to operate. The hard part was deciding whether to go with the lever-type quick release system or this one's screw quick release. While I tend to like lever quick releases, the lever on the Arca Swiss looked a little bit too cumbersome to use with too many safety catches to wrangle. The screw type on this one looks to be reliable and will work with a bigger variety of plates without needing adjustment, and it doesn't take many turns of the knob to lock it down. The other hard decision was deciding whether to pay the extra money for the double pan option on this dp version. I'm glad I did because on my first shoot it proved to be a big time saver when framing shots. You don't have to shoot panoramas to get a benefit out of the extra panning. It's nice once you have it leveled to make an an adjustment to pan quickly. If you're getting paid to make photos, saving time is critical, and the extra pan helps out quite a bit in my opinion. I thought it might make the ball head more unwieldy having the extra pan option, but it's pretty unobtrusive. Yes, this is more expensive than some other options out there, but I hate going too cheap and having to re-buy stuff that isn't working. This Arca Swiss I believe will last a long time. 5

Mike M	12/07/2024
[Yes] very well made. Solid construction. Smooth operation. 5

Earle	19/05/2024
[Yes] I have used a couple of other brand ball heads, but they didn't close to the quality of this head. The head is rock solid when locked or adjustable with a twist of a dial. Arca-Swiss plates makes quick change a breeze. 5

Bob	17/05/2024
[Ball Head] at 3-5 settings, camera movement is easy, but firm enough. Increasing setting to 10 locks the ball very firmly with out any moement 5