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Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg)
- Price: $164.95
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The Gitzo GH1780 Center Ballhead is a lightweight magnesium ballhead that incorporates many innovative and state-of-the-art features. It is designed to match the range of high performance tripods available from Gitzo. Not only does it guarantee a high maximum support load, but it also offers many other improved features, such as: smoothness, minimized drift angle, low gravity center, greater tilt angles, compactness, ergonomics and safety.
Exceptionally smooth rotation, positive locking and rapid camera mounting are all features common to the Gitzo designed range of ballheads. The graduated base, with independent locking facilities permits perfect panoramic photography. The design of the panoramic base permits the ballhead to be used for table top or near ground level work with or without the use of a tripod.
- Series 1
- Recommended for use with Series 1 tripods.
- Safe Lock Disc
- The Safe Lock Disc top plate, composed of a techno-polymer compound, makes it possible to control the locking torque without prematurely stopping camera rotation and ensuring that the camera is safely and effectively locked in place.
- Spring Lock
- The SADL (Spring Assisted Double Lock) combines two locking systems in one. It maximizes both locking power and ball smoothness. A high friction metal guarantees a high efficiency lock, and the PTFE bushing - controlled by a pre loaded spring - maximizes smoothness and control.
- Bubble Ball
- The Bubble Ball is produced as a completely round hollow sphere, with an ultra thin wall, for an incredible weight reduction. The Bubble Ball also features a perfected PTFE treatment that further reduces the surface micro roughness.
- Extended Tilt Range
- This head offers independent pan and tilt locks with 360° pan movement, +95/-13° tilt movement, and a graduated engraved panoramic base.
- Supplied with a 1/4"-20 camera mounting screw.
| Load Capacity | 22 lbs (10kg) |
| Height | 3.1" (8cm) |
| Quick Release | No |
| Spirit Level | Yes (vertical) |
| Tension Control | No |
| Separate Panning Lock | Yes |
| Tripod Mount Thread Size | 3/8"-16 |
| Weight | 9.9 oz (280g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Stable (6)
- Attaches firmly (5)
- Strong clamp (5)
- Large range of motion (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/scenery (4)
- Travel (4)
- Night shots (3)
- Wildlife (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong and stable upright
Cons
- Camera slips vertically
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
The ballhead is smooth when the camara is used horizontally. But, when I shift to vertical, the camera creeps down. Most of my work is nature macro, so I simply hold the camera with my hand. Although not ideal, it works. My main reason for purchasing the head was to get something lighter then the three times heavier Gitzo that I have been using for four years.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Light weight
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Small Range
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
I really appreciate the weight and stability of this head. However, it comes at the cost of limited range.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
I needed a lightweight head to take on backcountry expeditions and this was the ticket. Extremely lightweight and smooth. Holds my D90 and 70-300 lens firmly in place. The only gripe I would have is the panning feature. As has been stated the lever looks like it is vulnerable, but I don't think it should be a huge issue. Also the panning is not as smooth as I would like. If you only occasionally use the panning feature and want a ultralight head that has very smooth ball action with a firm hold than this is for you. If you do a lot of panoramic shots than I might look. elsewhere.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
Sure there are better heads out there, but for the price and simpleness you can't get much better. Expect normal Gitzo quality and ease of use. The head is very stable and doesn't sink when tightened. Panning is smooth as is the ball, and tightening the knob won't make it feel as though your going to break it. The weight is a nice touch and you don't get any grabbing as with cheaper ball heads.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
Needed a smaller lighter alternate to the larger AcraSwiss/Gitzo 3 series tripod setup. Using this head on with Gitzo Traveler series tripod allows for a "carry on" airline option and a weight saver on long hikes. Works well with my Mamiya 7 and Canon gear, upto the 300mm f4. With the Canon's longer lens or the view camera I would use the larger 3 series setup. The heads low center of gravity keeps the mounted camera manageable, the head does not have the falling break action that the ArcaSwiss head has. The locks are strong and postive, without giving the feeling that next time the nob could twist off before it stops the camera from moving. The movments are smooth and free of the "grabbing" found on other light weight heads. Cons, you will need to postions the head to allow for 90 deg change in camera orientation as there only one head postion that allows for this movement, I just move the pan around until the slot lines up.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
This is a very light but sturdy head. It holds my medium format digital or my canon 1DsmkIII with moderate size lenses. Easy controls. I am going to love this head for traveling.
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Small Range
Best Uses
Comments about Gitzo GH1780 Center Magnesium Ballhead - Supports 22 lbs (10kg):
I use the head with a D300 and a 80-400 lenses and find that it is a great head to match with a carbon fiber tripod. I have not noticed any slippage and it is easily set in position.
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