Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with Quick Release
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offer ends JUN 30 '12
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The Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with a Quick Release system is extremely well balanced and is capable of supporting heavy equipment up to 22.5 lb (10 kg). This device's main component, Gitzo's Bubble Ball, features an ultra-thin wall for weight reduction and helps to deliver a head with accurate adjustments, a low center of gravity, and smooth, precise tilts ranging from 95° to -13° in addition to 360° panning.
A center Spring Assisted Double Lock (SADL) combines two locking systems in one, which maximizes both locking power and ball smoothness. The Quick Release system provides for fast removal and replacement of your equipment and it is built with three bubble levels on the quick release plate plus one in the ball stem for highly accurate positioning.
- Spring-Assisted Double Lock
- This ball head features a center Spring Assisted Double Lock (SADL), a patent pending system that combines two locking systems in one that maximizes both locking power and ball smoothness. A high friction metal guarantees a high efficiency lock; the PTFE bushing controlled by a pre-loaded spring maximizes smoothness and control.
- Separate Pan Control
- When using a ball head, the ability to lock and unlock the panning movement independent of front-back or lateral tilt movements is convenient for panoramic photography and when a high level of control is required.
- Double Quick Release Safety System
- The system consists of two pins, one fixed and one manually, operated by means of a button which prevents camera equipment from suddenly dropping out of the head when the quick release locking knob is released. This is extremely useful with heavy equipment, long lenses and spotting scopes.
- Friction Control
- By fine tuning the freedom of movement of the head, friction control makes the head slower and more precise or faster and looser. This feature also helps to make using heavy equipment or long lenses safer.
- Safe Grip
- Safe Grip is a material that gives a safer lock between your camera and the head plate, preventing the camera from moving or slipping. It is used on quick release plates and in applications where the camera equipment is screwed to the support to reduce pivoting and twisting.
- Leveling Bubble
- The leveling system consists of three independent leveling bubbles on the quick release plate and one in the ball stem to guarantee perfectly leveled images. The problem that affects many high quality heads in the market regarding drift angle is absolutely minimized with an outstanding value of 0.03°.
- Bubble Ball
- Gitzo has developed an exclusive technology to produce their Bubble Ball, a high quality completely round hollow sphere with an ultra thin wall for an incredible weight reduction over previous models. The Bubble Ball also features a perfected PTFE treatment that further reduces the surface micro roughness for the ultimate shooting experience and accuracy.
| Load Capacity | 22.05 lb (10 kg) |
| Material | Magnesium |
| Ball Sphere Diameter | Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Quick Release | Yes |
| Friction Control | Yes |
| Bubble Level |
3 x on quick release 1 x on ball stem |
| Movements |
Pan: 360° Tilt: 95° - -13° |
| Separate Panning Lock | Yes |
| Tripod Mount Thread Size | 1/4"-20 |
| Height | 3.74" (9.5 cm) |
| Weight | 12.32 oz (0.49 kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 5 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attaches firmly (5)
- Strong clamp (5)
- Large range of motion (4)
- Stable (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Home (4)
- Landscape/scenery (4)
- Night shots (4)
- Portraits (4)
- Travel (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
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Displaying reviews 1-5
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with Quick Release:
I have been using the Gitzo ballhead on my monopod as well as on my tripod. Although I also like using my monopod w/o a ballhead, the Gitzo makes it easier for me to capture birds in flight. I like how quickly and easily I can loosen or tighten the ballhead and the pan lock. Panning is smooth and it allows me to follow a bird in flight and/or at least follow a bird of prey so I'm ready if it comes back in range. I'm also confident that this ballhead will handle larger telephoto lenses with ease. I'm happy with this purchase.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- A head you can trust
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Light
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Quick release poor design
Best Uses
- Home
- Night Shots
- Portraits
Comments about Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with Quick Release:
We just got this product few days ago. Mainly use for taking family pictures with our new born. It is a super durable and almost you can get your shots whatever angle you need but you really need to know how to get use to it. Gitzo is really a brand that you can trust regardless how extreme position that you are trying you camera won't fall(except you use it beyond what it design for.)
The only thing it bugs me, is the quick release. the first time I am inserting to the plate has already made some scratches. It MUST insert flatly to the slot otherwise you will get it stuck and it could be really hard to get it back out (scratch will surely happen). It kind of missed the point of quick release especially with that price it should be a little better than that.
- 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
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with Quick Release:
Gotta get a Gitzo!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with Quick Release:
i'll give this head four stars. in my opinion the head should perform better, especially for the money. i use this on a manfrotto monopod, Canon dslr's w/200mm and 400mm telephoto lenses. i wanted a head that i could slightly adjust when needed, like tilt up and down. the head does this to some degree but not as smooth as i would like.
maybe i just need to get used to it more.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Gitzo GH1781QR Series 1 Basalt Center Ball Head with Quick Release:
I used 1780before, the New GH1781QR can load more of my lens/camera. Solid biult great for out door users. Plus it can fit my Gitzo 00 Carrying bag with my 1580T
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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