Vanguard Alta Bh-100 Ball Head For Tripods

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The Vanguard Alta BH-100 Ball Head for Tripodsis an Arca-type ball head that has a load capacity of 22.0 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the included QS-60 V2 Quick Release Plate. The quick release plate can be attached or removed from the integrated clamp located at the top of the head's ball-and-socket joint by tightening or loosening the clamp's knurled, locking knob. Within the recessed surface between the clamp's jaws is a retaining pin. This pin prevents an installed QS-60 V2 Quick Release Plate from accidentally sliding off when the clamp is opened. The quick release plate features a rubberized, non-slip platform while two built-in bubble levels along the edges of the clamp accommodate landscape or portrait orientations.

By loosening the ball head's primary locking knob, the head's ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. Variable tension can be applied to the ball-and-socket joint's movements by rotating the friction knob located above the primary locking knob. Toward the side of the ball head opposite the primary locking knob is a secondary locking knob, which controls the ability to rotate the head 360°.

Load Capacity: 22.0 lb Ball-and-Socket Tension Control 360° Pan with Independent Lock Up to 90° Portrait Angle Tilt Arca-Type Compatible Clamp Dual, Built-In Bubble Levels Quick Release Plate Retaining Pin QS-60 V2 Quick Release Plate 1/4"-20 Mount, Non-Slip Surface Aluminum-Alloy Construction

Key Specs
Camera Mounting Screw	1x 1/4"-20 Male
Camera Plate	Quick Release: Arca-Type
Head Type	Ball Head
Drag Control	Yes
Load Capacity	22 lb / 10 kg
Weight	1 lb / 0.5 kg
Camera Attachment
Camera Mounting Screw	1x 1/4"-20 Male
Camera Plate	Quick Release: Arca-Type
Head
Head Type	Ball Head
Base Mount	Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance	No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control	Yes
Independent Pan Lock	Yes
Vertical Tilt	No
Lateral Tilt	No
General
Load Capacity	22 lb / 10 kg
Bubble Level	Yes
Weight	1 lb / 0.5 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight	1.2 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	5.2 x 4.45 x 3.9"

Arca-type ball head with 22.0 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
Large, primary locking knob with knurled surface allows ball-and-socket joint to be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position
Knurled friction knob located above the primary locking knob applies variable tension on the ball-and-socket joint's movements
Secondary locking knob with knurled surface allows head to rotate 360°
Integrated clamp on top of on the ball-and-socket joint is compatible with included QS-60 V2 Quick Release Plate
Two built-in bubble levels along the edges of the clamp accommodate landscape or portrait orientations
Integrated retaining pin on the clamp prevents QS-60 V2 Quick Release Plate from accidentally sliding off when the clamp is opened
Durable, aluminum-alloy construction

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Will this ball head fit on Vangaurd 265AB tripod ?

A: Yes it will fit.

Q: 2. WHAT IS THE RELEASE PLATE PART NUMBER?

A: Vanguard Alta QS-60 V2 Quick Shoe Release Plate B&H # VAQS60V2

Q: 3. Will any standard Arca swiss plate fit this tripod?

A: Reported incompatibility of Arca-Swiss components usually centered around a lever activated clamp. Since this one has a knob clamp, you should have no issue.

Q: 4. What is the diameter of the head at the base?

A: The diameter of the base of the Vanguard Alta BH-250 Ball Head measures 2-3/8" in diameter.

Q: 5. I can't seem to get my plate off because of the screw. Without unscrewing the screw from the bottom how do I depress the screw to release the plate?

A: Tilt the plate slightly upwards from the side that doesnt have the little pin. And when I say the side, the plate slides front to back when the screw is loosened

Q: 6. Will this ball head fit on REDGED RTA 424 tripod legs?

A: Yes this head can fit a REDGED RTA 424 Tripod.

Q: 7. Can the ball head accomodate Small rig L plate for Canon R6 ? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1583498-REG/smallrig_2976_l_bracket_for_canon_eos.html

A: Yes the SmallRig L bracket will be compatible with the Vanguard Alta BH 300 ballhead.

Q: 8. What is the diameter of the base plate?

A: The Vanguard Alta BH-100 Ball Head has a base diameter of 2.3 inches.

Q: 9. What is the diameter of the base of the head?

A: The diameter should be around 61mm.

Q: 10. Will a Peak Design standard plate fit the Vanguard Alta BH-250 ball head?

A: The arca compatible Peak Design Standard plate should fit the arca compatible ballhead.

Frederick C.	26/08/2024
[1.2 lb] I bought this ballhead for my Platypod Ultra. Perfect fit. I like Vanguard ballheads. They work fantastic! 5

Gino	04/08/2024
[1x 1/4"-20 Male] STRONG NO SLOP 5

Juan	22/07/2024
[Yes] Beautifully constructed. Perfect feel as you adjust/move it. DOES NOT come with an adaptor for smaller existing threaded screw. I can't understand, why they don't just include it. If you are like me, and in another country, and in need of this simple adaptor it becomes an immediate BIG problem. 5

Ken	24/06/2024
[Yes] I just received the BH-100 to replace the SBH 100 Ive been using for the past 11 years or so. Im extremely impressed. The BH 100 tightens down nicely and holds firmly. The best feature as far as Im concerned is the addition of a friction knob, which allows you to keep slight tension on the ball to adjust it, yet not have the camera flopping all over because the tension knob is loose. Ive tried the arca mount clamp with mounts from several manufacturers and found it to fit quite nicely. All in all, an excellent product at a very reasonable price. Keep up the good work Vanguard! 5

Bruce	29/04/2024
[Ball Head] I wasn't sure what to expect from the kit ball head. I've been pleasantly surprised. It's well made and handles my Sony a7iii with the Sigma 100-400 (the heaviest combo I have) with no problem. 5

Yvon	18/04/2024
[Ball Head] Very well its works with excellence 5

Andrew	06/04/2024
[Ball Head] Great ball head! I use it on a Manfrotto 190x pro 3 and it's a perect combo. Very solid and secure, even with larger lenses at odd angles. The one I currently have is actually my second copy of the head. The first one started becoming wobbly after ~6 months of light to normal use. The main section of the head would shift around within the base part. However, after contacting Vanguard, they replaced it immediately and my new one is functioning perfectly after ~7 months. Rating 5 stars since I am confident in Vanguard's warranty and customer service and my current head is working fantastically. Otherwise, it's a sturdy tripod head all around, so not much else to say - it's easy to tighten and loosen everything quickly and the panning motion is smooth. I completely trust my gear on this head. The only negative I can think of is that the finish is not very durable, based on having owned two of these. It does not take long for the clamp part to get pretty beat up from taking the plate in and out. It's just a cosmetic thing though, so I don't find it to be a big deal. 5