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Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg)

  • Price: $48.00
  • GBP 30.65
  • Mail In Rebate -$10.00 (see details)
    offer ends JUN 30 '12
  • Price after Rebate: $38.00
  • B&H # MA056
  • Mfr# 056

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  • Replaces #3025

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Separately locked movements on three axes make the Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head perfect for 35mm cameras, and the conical self-adjusting bearing surfaces on the tilt pivots provide more than enough strength to support medium format cameras. The thumb screw movement-locks used for this head keep it compact and light-weight, and won't poke you in the eye like conventional handles sometimes do.

All pan heads fit any Bogen/Manfrotto tripod, or any tripod with a 3/8" thread. Replaces old item code #3025.

Calibrated pan base
Maximum Camera Supported 35mm SLR
Load Capacity 6.6 lbs (3kg)
Height 4" (10cm)
Quick Release No
Spirit Level No
Tension Control No
Tripod Mount Thread Size 3/8"-16
Weight 1.1 lb (0.5kg)

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Manfrotto056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg)
 
4.6

(based on 21 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (14)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

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95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Stable (11)
  • Attaches firmly (10)
  • Strong clamp (7)
  • Easy to use (5)
  • Fits well (4)

Cons

  • Small range (3)

Best Uses

  • Landscape/scenery (6)
  • Travel (6)
  • Video (5)
  • Home (4)
  • Night shots (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Pro photographer (9), Semi-pro photographer (5)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (9)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Nice Piece for Remote Cameras

I bought this even though I already owned and used the Manfrotto 410 geared head. I wanted something smaller and lighter for setting remote cameras while traveling. This head folds up nicely for transport,...Read complete review

I bought this even though I already owned and used the Manfrotto 410 geared head. I wanted something smaller and lighter for setting remote cameras while traveling. This head folds up nicely for transport, and is solid enough to hold a camera (at least a full frame DSLR and pro wide angle zoom). When the knobs are tightened they stay in place; I saw no creep at all. Paired with a Super Clamp, this would replace a tripod and ball head where there was somewhere to clamp it. Highly recommended and a nice addition to my collection of stuff.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

easy, cheap, starter head

Needed a simple light weight head for my tripod. Its good for what you pay for. Not the greatest but not the worst either. Feels strong and sturdy. Just not as fancy as ...Read complete review

Needed a simple light weight head for my tripod. Its good for what you pay for. Not the greatest but not the worst either. Feels strong and sturdy. Just not as fancy as other Manfrotto heads.

Reviewed by 21 customers

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5.0

Great to mount small cameras

By Chuck

from Charlotte, NC

About Me Pro Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Attaches Firmly
  • Good Stability
  • Strong Clamp

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home
    • Night Shots
    • Portraits
    • Sports/Action
    • Travel
    • Video
    • Weddings/Events
    • Wildlife

    Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

    I use this with the Super Clamp without Stud
    and then order the Reversible Short Stud, with 3/8 & 1/4-20 Threads (Brass). Makes a great mount using a pipe for a camera

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    • No

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    5.0

    Bulky but versatile

    By Malia

    from San Luis Obispo, CA

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Attaches Firmly
    • Good Stability
    • Strong Clamp

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Travel

      Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

      I'm using this head with the Manfrotto 682B Self Standing Monopod and a Canon XHA1 video camera. I really like the versatility of the head, but so far I've had some issues with the mechanisms getting in the way of my pans and tilts. This could very well be user error and getting out the little tics of using it. Otherwise, I love it.

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      • No

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      5.0

      Sturdy Built

      By ldrigg1

      from Huntsville, AL

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Attaches Firmly
      • Good Stability
      • Large Range of Motion
      • Strong Clamp

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

          I use this tripod head for portraits. Very sturdy with a large range of motion. Good for when adjustments don't have to be quick, not recommended for action shots. Good panning ability.

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          • No

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          5.0

          Simple, well made, cost efective

          By ARXCENTRAL

          from Honduras

          About Me Semi-pro Photographer

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Attaches Firmly
          • Good Stability
          • Large Range of Motion
          • Strong Clamp

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Home
            • Landscape/Scenery
            • Portraits
            • Travel

            Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

            This is really a great product. I've had mine for over 15 years and it still works perfect, it is a quality product at a down to earth price that will make u happy. It is light, compact and is great for travel, it can take on many cameras from pocket to full D SLR with up to a 135-200mm lens with no problems. Keep in mind two things: 1.It is not a pro head. 2. There are still a hand full of products that work well without having to pay a bundle.

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            • No

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            4.0

            Very Ok for the price

            By Jean-Daniel

            from Quebec, Canada

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Good Stability
            • Large Range of Motion

            Cons

            • Complicated Controls

            Best Uses

            • Permanent installation

            Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

            I bought this 3D Junior Head in a bundle with a superclamp (Manfrotto 035). For the price, the head is very good and versatile. No quick release, but it wasn't a problem for me.
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            • No

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            5.0

            Use with Glidetrack

            By Skyline

            from Los Angeles, CA

            About Me Pro Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attaches Firmly
            • Good Stability
            • Large Range of Motion
            • Strong Clamp

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Video

              Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

              I am using this product with my Glidetrack and it is perfect! I can quickly balance my camera and keeps it locked down even with heavy lenses. It also enables you to get really creative with multiple movements on the Glidetrack.

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              • No

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              4.0

              Solid and Steady

              By Matt the Video Guy

              from Rancho Cucamonga, CA

              About Me Pro Photographer

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Attaches Firmly
              • Good Stability
              • Strong Clamp

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Portraits
                • Video

                Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                We used this product to mount stationary cameras. It was very easy to use and adjust to get the right shot. Once you locked it in, the head kept the shot still and secure. These heads are exposed to wind and other weather elements, and have continued to keep a solid shot.

                If someone is not familiar with adjusting tripod heads, then this product may be a little difficult at first.

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                5.0

                using for panoramics

                By Brian Powell Photography

                from [@]

                About Me Pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Attaches Firmly
                • Good Stability

                Cons

                • Small Range

                Best Uses

                • Landscape/Scenery

                Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                This head, in combination with my Canon 70-200mm lens and tripod collar, can get my lens to pivot at the entrance pupil (and avoid parallax), which is great for doing panoramics (tripod collar lets me shoot portrait orientation). I think I had to be at 100 or 135mm for it to work, and scoot the tripod collar base all the way to the back that T in the head. There's a way to do this with any lens, that uses a Metz flash bracket (slot for adjustment) and a steel L bracket from [...]. Google around for a DIY panoramic fix and you'll find it.

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                • No

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                5.0

                Nice Piece for Remote Cameras

                By Dave

                from Calgary, Canada

                About Me Pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Fits Well
                • Solid/Sturdy

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Night Shots
                  • Sports/Action
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                  I bought this even though I already owned and used the Manfrotto 410 geared head. I wanted something smaller and lighter for setting remote cameras while traveling. This head folds up nicely for transport, and is solid enough to hold a camera (at least a full frame DSLR and pro wide angle zoom). When the knobs are tightened they stay in place; I saw no creep at all. Paired with a Super Clamp, this would replace a tripod and ball head where there was somewhere to clamp it. Highly recommended and a nice addition to my collection of stuff.

                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  4.0

                  Good to go

                  By The Orange Photographer

                  from Knoxville, TN

                  About Me Pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Attaches Firmly
                  • Good Stability

                  Cons

                  • Heavy

                  Best Uses

                  • Sports/Action
                  • Weddings/Events

                  Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                  I use this on a super clam to hold a remote camera and it works great.

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                  (0 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  3.0

                  easy, cheap, starter head

                  By twang

                  from Orange County, CA

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Attaches Firmly
                  • Good Stability
                  • Strong Clamp

                  Cons

                  • Small Range

                  Best Uses

                  • Home
                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Night Shots
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                  Needed a simple light weight head for my tripod. Its good for what you pay for. Not the greatest but not the worst either. Feels strong and sturdy. Just not as fancy as other Manfrotto heads.

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                  4.0

                  Good for the price

                  By Tonio

                  from Li, Peru

                  About Me Pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Attaches Firmly
                  • Good Stability

                  Cons

                  • Small Range

                  Best Uses

                  • Home
                  • Landscape/Scenery
                  • Travel

                  Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                  Is the perfect head for a small light weight tripod. Ideal for traveling and landscape photography.

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                  4.0

                  Useful but get the right stud for it too

                  By Chris Kabron

                  from san antonio

                  About Me Casual Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Improves Tripod Function
                  • Solid/Sturdy

                  Cons

                  • Bulky

                  Best Uses

                  • Video

                  Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                  YOu need to do an angle shot using your Super Clamp, then this device will make it happen. Its freaking awesome but you have to make sure that your aware that you have to use it directly with the manfrotto super clamp stud. Tried to use it with the Magic Arm and I found out that I needed to get another stud for it and a 3/8 to 1/4 adapters to make it work.

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                  5.0

                  Combo Deal Appreciated!

                  By VideoITGuy

                  from Fort Wayne, IN

                  About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Fits Well
                  • Improves Tripod Function
                  • Solid/Sturdy

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Video
                    • Weddings/Events

                    Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                    I purchased this along with the Manfrotto #035 SUPER CLAMP and 037 REVERSIBLE SHORT STUD to use as a tripod mount for a 7" LCD video monitor.
                    This looks like a perfect combination for when recording wedding videos where the video camera is far above my head.

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                    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    Great for students

                    By Micajah

                    from San Diego, CA

                    About Me Pro Photographer

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Fits Well
                    • Improves Tripod Function
                    • Solid/Sturdy

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Landscape Photography
                      • Long Exposures
                      • Photography
                      • Stabilization

                      Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                      We use this head for our tripods at a community college photo program. They are simple, durable, and there are no detachable parts that can be lost by students. These have done very well for us over the last 5 years that we have been using them.

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                      5.0

                      Nice affordable head

                      By Terry S

                      from Ashland KY

                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Fits Well

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Macro Photography
                        • Photography
                        • Stabilization

                        Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                        I use this head on my monopole to shoot butterflies. Allows me great flexibilty in the garden.

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                        5.0

                        Extreme Adjustability

                        By PhotoGrizz

                        from Hilton, NY

                        Verified Buyer

                        Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                        Combined with the Manfrotto 190XPRO tripod legs this head gives you a great amount of adjustability, especially if you are positioned down close to the ground.

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                        4.0

                        A Good Piece

                        By DMc

                        from Sonoma, CA

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Stout

                        Cons

                        • bulky
                        • Heavy

                        Best Uses

                          Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                          Definitely does what it says it does; durable and solid. The downside is that it's pretty heavy and somewhat bulky if you are carrying it in a backpack. I also use the SuperClamp with a swivel mount to the accessory shoe to hang a small camera: less weight/less size and the same or better flexibility (though it must be top-hung from the shoe)...

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                          5.0

                          I have one of these for 20+ years

                          By jd

                          from roswell, ga

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Durable
                          • Good Value
                          • High Quality

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                              Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                              easy to use & can't beat the price

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                              5.0

                              Good option instead of ballhead

                              By MarkPhoto

                              from Roanoke, VA

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Durable
                              • Good Value
                              • High Quality

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 056 3-D Junior Head - Supports 6.6 lbs (3kg):

                                  Very good for doing panoramas. The knobs do not stick out and get in the way and lock in place without any slip.

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