The Oben MBH-11 Mini Ball Head SPA-1000 Arca Smartphone Tripod Kitfrom Oben MBH-11 Mini Ball Head SPA-1000 Arca Smartphone Tripod Kitis a compact ball head suitable for most tabletop tripods, mini tripods, and monopods. This rugged, all-metal ball head incorporates many features found on larger heads, making it a versatile tool for composing images with everything from webcams, smartphones, mirrorless cameras, up to full-size DSLR cameras. Independent locking knobs offer 360° panning and 90° tilt, making camera positioning effortless, while providing a secure platform for cameras and lenses weighing up to 11 pounds. The panoramic base provides precise horizontal camera positioning for wide-angle shots and locks independently from the ball movement. The MBH-11 is outfitted with an Arca-compatible quick release plate for rapid camera mounting and swapping. It is compatible with many Arca-style quick release plates, camera brackets, and other accessories.

Load Capacity: 11 lb    Smartphone Size Capacity: 2.1 to 3.4"    Kit Height: 6.7"    Kit Weight: 7.01 oz    Arca-Type Quick Release System    360° Pan with Independent Panning Lock    1 Bubble Level    3/8-16 Socket, Included Reducer Bushing

Shooting still photos or video on an office desk or tabletop doesn't mean sacrificing size for ball head strength. Despite its compact form, the solid aluminum construction of the MBH-11 supports up to 11 pounds, making it suitable for most DSLR cameras with large lenses, mirrorless cameras, camcorders, LED lights, ring lights with webcams, microphones, monitors, and more.

The MBH-11 boasts the same features as ball heads twice its size. Independent tilt and pan locks allow for precise and flexible camera positioning, allowing the capture of any angle and perspective desired.

Switching from landscape to portrait orientation shouldn't stop your session. The MBH-11 incorporates a 90° notch to allow repositioning your camera in just seconds.

The industry-standard 3/8"-16 threaded socket is compatible with most tripods. The MBH-11 may be mounted to any tripod that provides interchangeable head functionality, from a tabletop-style to a full-size tripod. The included 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 adapter allows it to also be mounted on compact tripods and select monopods.

The Arca-type quick release plate lets you attach your camera to the head quickly and effortlessly. The plate's standard 1/4-20 mounting screw is compatible with most DSLR, point-and-shoot, and video cameras.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this rotate to allow for different camera orientations?

A: The Oben SPA-1000 Arca-Type Smartphone Tripod Adapter (B&H # OBSPA1000) does not rotate. However, it can be mounted from the bottom or back of the mount.

Q: 2. Can head be used with 1/4"-20 bottom connector in addition to 3/8"-16 Female connector?

A: Yes, the Oben MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head natively has as 3/8 inch female thread on the on bottom. It also comes with a tripod bushing. That makes it 1/4 inch that is needed.

Q: 3. Will this hold a Peak Design standard capture plate?

A: Yes, it will. Both are arca-swiss style systems.

Q: 4. Does this work with the peak design capture? or do i need to buy the dual plate instead?

A: This has an arca-type head, so it will work with the QR Plate that comes with the capture clip.

Q: 5. How wide is the base of the ball head?

A: The base of the Oben MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head is 29mm wide.

Q: 6. Does the mounting plate have a "D" ring to attach the camera ?

A: The QR-CTT1000 Quick Release Plate included with this head does have a D-ring on the underside.

Q: 7. What is the ball-tightening lever made of, plastic or metal? And can it be re-positioned, or is it fixed on its axle?

A: Oben MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head with Arca-Style Quick Release Plate is made with metal parts. You can articulate the angle of the ball head as it is displayed on the images on our website.

Q: 8. What is the maximum height with the telescoping column attached?

A: 27".

Q: 9. Is the height of the head calculated in the minimum height of 4.2"?

A: Correct it is from the lowest point to the top of the tripod head.

Q: 10. What is the diameter of the base with all the legs opened?

A: This tripod has 3 angle leg adjustment. After the 2 leg section has spread the distance between legs for each angle is small 9 inches, medium 18.5 inches, and large 23 inches. Unfortunately, we don't have a tool to help us calculate the diameter.