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Manfrotto XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate

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Manfrotto XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 33.1 lb
  • Magnesium-Alloy Construction
  • Up to 90° Portrait Angle Tilt
  • Independent 360° Rotation with Lock
This XPRO Magnesium Ball Head from Manfrotto features an integrated Arca-type clamp and a MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate. Arca-type compatible quick release plates such as the MSQ6PL can be attached or removed from the Arca-type clamp located at the top of the ball-and-socket joint by tightening or loosening the clamp's locking knob. Within the recessed surface between the clamp's jaws is a retaining pin. This pin prevents an installed quick release plate from accidentally sliding off when the clamp is opened.
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Manfrotto XPRO Ball head with MSQ6PL Plate Overview

This XPRO Magnesium Ball Head from Manfrotto features an integrated Arca-type clamp and a MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate. Arca-type compatible quick release plates such as the MSQ6PL can be attached or removed from the Arca-type clamp located at the top of the ball-and-socket joint by tightening or loosening the clamp's locking knob. Within the recessed surface between the clamp's jaws is a retaining pin. This pin prevents an installed quick release plate from accidentally sliding off when the clamp is opened.

The XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate has a load capacity of 33.1 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. By loosening this XPRO Magnesium Ball Head's primary locking knob, its ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. Toward the ball head's base is a secondary locking knob that controls the ability to rotate the head 360°. An additional knob opposite the secondary locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate which measures 2.8 x 2.2 x 0.4".

XPRO Magnesium Ball Head
  • 33.1 lb load capacity
  • Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
  • Uses ball-and-socket joint to help maximize pan-and-tilt flexibility
  • Ball-and-socket joint provides 360° of swivel control, is tiltable down to a 90° angle, and can be locked into place
  • Integrated Arca-type clamp on top of on the ball-and-socket joint is compatible with Arca-type quick-release plates
  • Primary locking knob allows ball-and-socket joint to be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position
  • Secondary locking knob allows head to rotate 360°
  • Dedicated tension control knob for the ball-and-socket joint's movements
  • Two bubble levels for landscape orientations and one bubble level for portrait orientations
  • Durable, magnesium-alloy construction
MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate
  • Compatible with Arca-type quick release clamps
  • Measures 2.8 x 2.2 x 0.4"
  • 1/4"-20 mount
  • Durable, aluminum-alloy construction
UPC: 719821378303

Manfrotto XPRO Ball head with MSQ6PL Plate Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting Screw
1x 1/4"-20 Male
Camera Plate
Quick Release: Q6
Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
Yes
Load Capacity
33.1 lb / 15 kg
Weight
18.3 oz / 0.52 kg
Camera Attachment
Camera Mounting Screw
1x 1/4"-20 Male
Camera Plate
Quick Release: Q6
Head
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+40° to -40°
Lateral Tilt
-90° to +40°
General
Load Capacity
33.1 lb / 15 kg
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
18.3 oz / 0.52 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.6 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.8 x 5 x 4.1"

Manfrotto XPRO Ball head with MSQ6PL Plate Reviews

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What does the small red button near the top of ...

What does the small red button near the top of the head do? Thanks.
Asked by: Steven
On the Q6 version of the tripod head that uses Arca-compatible quick release plates, the red button on the quick release clamp of the Manfrotto XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate is designed to be depressed to release the retaining pin which prevents the quick release plate from accidentally sliding off, allowing you to remove the camera and quick release plate from the tripod head.
Answered by: Manzell L
Date published: 2022-02-21

Does this ball head have a 1/4 X 20 thread?

Does this ball head have a 1/4 X 20 thread?
Asked by: Dean
The Manfrotto XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate has a 1/4-20 thread for mounting to a camera. It has a 3/8-16 female thread for mounting on a set of tripod legs.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2023-05-24

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Will this be compatible with the Peakdesign plates? The PD plates are suppose to be ARCA compatible, I just know they don't play well with Manfrotto's 200PL system
Asked by: Chengcheng
Peak Design plates are more narrow and will not work with the new Manfrotto arca swiss compatible heads.
Answered by: James B.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Can I use a Wimberly plate instead of the MSQ6PL?

Can I use a Wimberly plate instead of the MSQ6PL?
Asked by: Sean
Wimberly and all Arca-type compatible plates are compatible with the Manfrotto XPRO Magnesium Ball Head.
Answered by: Lawrence C
Date published: 2023-01-20

Is the MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate compatible with ...

Is the MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate compatible with the Manfrotto MVH502AH Tripod Head?
Asked by: Richard
No, it is not compatible with the 502.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2021-03-24

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I have a 055XPROB TRIPOD, WILL THIS HEAD FIT?
Asked by: Marilyn M L.
yes, it will !
Answered by: Cristina M.
Date published: 2018-08-26

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Is it made in Italy being an Italian brand?
Asked by: Yuri
Yes most definitely, and it's good quality.
Answered by: ERNESTO M.
Date published: 2018-08-26

Has anyone found a Sony A7RIII L bracket that ...

Has anyone found a Sony A7RIII L bracket that works with this QR plate? I currently own the Small Rig L bracket it is a bit to wide to fit in the plate.
Asked by: Joe
I would recommend the Sunwayfoto L bracket for your A7RIII, click the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/2KaDQtj
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2019-08-01
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