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Leica Ball Head 18 (Short, Silver)

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Leica Ball Head 18 (Short, Silver)
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 15.4 lb
  • Max Height: 3.3"
  • Weight: 8.1 oz
  • Single Locking Knob
The short, silver Leica Ball Head 18 is a compact head ideally suited for tabletop tripods or other camera supports with a 1/4"-20 threaded stud. It is 3.3" high, has a load capacity of 15.4 lb, and weighs just 8.1 oz. A large locking knob controls the movement of the ball, and a 90° notch allows you to easily switch from landscape to portrait modes.
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Leica Ball Head 18 Short Overview

The short, silver Leica Ball Head 18 is a compact head ideally suited for tabletop tripods or other camera supports with a 1/4"-20 threaded stud. It is 3.3" high, has a load capacity of 15.4 lb, and weighs just 8.1 oz. A large locking knob controls the movement of the ball, and a 90° notch allows you to easily switch from landscape to portrait modes.

UPC: 799429141080

Leica Ball Head 18 Short Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (No Quick Release)
Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
No
Load Capacity
15.4 lb / 7 kg
Weight
8.1 oz / 230 g
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (No Quick Release)
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 1/4"-20 Female
Counter Balance
No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Vertical Tilt
No
Lateral Tilt
No
General
Load Capacity
15.4 lb / 7 kg
Bubble Level
No
Weight
8.1 oz / 230 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.57 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.65 x 2.9 x 1.4"

Leica Ball Head 18 Short Reviews

well built

By Guillermo
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-06-19

Great finish , very easy to work and adjust . Very expensive for the size but that's how leica is ... nice size to carry with Leica's small tripod

Well Made

By Gregory
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2018-10-04

This with the tripod stand works great. Easy to set up and rock solid stability. Pricey but it is well designed and made.

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Is the top plate removable?
Asked by: Anonymous
No
Answered by: DONALD I.
Date published: 2018-08-25
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