Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head
The Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head is a swivel-mounting accessory attached to the bottom of a LCD or TFT monitor. The head allows the monitor to be mounted to the top of a camera by using the hot shoe located on the top of most camcorders. Capable of supporting up to 4.4 lbs (2kg), the lightweight head (0.15kg) offers 360° panoramic rotation and has sturdy aluminum construction.
| Physical |
Attachment: Flash hot shoe attachment type Color: Black Height: 2.5" (6.40cm) Independent Pan Lock: No Lateral Tilt: -90° / +90° tilt range Load Capacity: 4.4 lbs (2kg) Material: Aluminum Panoramic Rotation: 360° Plate Type: Fixed - with 1/4-20" screw Quick Release: No Weight: 5.3 oz (0.15kg) |
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Pros
- Easy to use (12)
- Compact (9)
- Professional quality (9)
- Highly compatible (5)
- Improves performance (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (5)
- Complex projects (3)
- In the studio (3)
- Video (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional artist (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
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Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I have two of these. One I use to mount a BESCOR LED light to the camera hot shoe. The other I use to mount a small video camera to my still camera so I can simultaneously shoot stills and video of moving subjects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Strong Construction
- VERY VERSATILE
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
Bought this to use on my DSLR Rig with my Canon 60d.It is a fantastic piece of machinery much better and sturdier than the cheap small $20 dollar units you can get at any photo shop.It is very well made and serves my purpose perfectly .I use it to mount my Zoom H4 onto my rig and it is very easy to adjust the zoom to see audio levels while recording. Bogen this is a winner.Will buy one more to support my monitor on my Canon 60D.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Pack
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
Good ball head great for LCD monitors and flashes. Nice and strong and easy to adjust.
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Reliable
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
The best hot shoe mount I have ever used. Sturdy and easy to get on and off your camera. I use it for on-camera monitor or LED light.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
- Very robust Professional
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I use this Micro Ball Head to mount a Switronix TorchLED Camera light. It is robust enough to handle the weight of the light with no sweat. Manfrotto has always made good products this is another one. I highly recommend this for anything you need to mount on a video camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
If you need a dependable mount for a monitor or a recording device to add to your HDSLR, this is it. Yes, it costs 2X more than other alternatives, but your getting professional build quality, which means you don't have to worry as much about it breaking and damaging your monitor or field recorder.
I use it on my 7D and 5DII. I highly recommend it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
Used with a 7inchs monitor
Stable and robust
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Limited Compatibility
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
DOES THE JOB
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
A great alternative for those cheap, flimsy units that came with my 5.5" LED on camera monitor and LED light. I could never tighten them enough because of the very thin knurled tighteners. This unit is solid with a larger tightening knob that makes tightening much easier. I feel much safer now attaching my light and very expensive monitor.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I mounted my Sony PCM-10 microphone on my Nikon D90. Now I have perfect sound for great images!
Pros
- Compact Design
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Unlockable rotating base
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I bought this to be used on a custom off shoe flash bracket. I like it for the build quality and the size (it's about as big a roll of quarters)
I only wish it had a lock to stop it from rotating freely at the base.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I bought this because I wanted to put my field recorder (Marantz PMD661) on my Canon 7D. This Micro Ball Head fits it very well. I can rotate the recorder due to the swivel mounting. I am not planning to use it with a LCD Monitor, so I can´t say it will support that weight, but for a field recorder, the Manfrotto 492 LCD Micro Ball Head is perfect.
The only cons I found is the price. A little expensive if you compare with others, but I am not sorry for this purchase. I WOULD BUY THIS PRODUCT AGAIN
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
Does what it's supposed to. Secures quickly and firmly to both camera and accessory. Nothing much to say.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- In The Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I'm not even sure if its supposed to hold that much weight (from my monitor with the battery), but this is the only ball head reliable enough to put in the hot shoe of my Canon 5dm2.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Manfrotto 492LCD Micro Ball Head:
I use this mostly for a 7" Marshall monitor (and often with a Canon brick battery mounted on back). Works great so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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