The BH-40 Ball Head with Full-Size Screw-Knob Clamp from Really Right Stuff is a 16.1 oz mid-sized ball head that will support camera-lens combinations weighing up to 18 lb. Crafted from aluminum and stainless steel, the BH-40 has all of the features you'd expect from a professional-level head. An over-sized, ergonomic locking T-knob allows 45-degree tilting in all directions and a 90-degree drop-notch facilitates quick and accurate switching from the horizontal landscape position to vertical portrait orientation. A separate tension knob is provided to apply the appropriate pressure that safely corresponds to the weight of your camera. A third knob loosens and locks the panning base which is laser-engraved with markers every 2.5 degrees from 0 to 360 degrees.
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Key Features
- 18 lb Load Capacity
- Max Height: 3.2"
- 90-Degree Notch for Portrait Orientation
- Separate Tension Control Knob
The BH-40 Ball Head with Full-Size Screw-Knob Clamp from Really Right Stuff is a 16.1 oz mid-sized ball head that will support camera-lens combinations weighing up to 18 lb. Crafted from aluminum and stainless steel, the BH-40 has all of the features you'd expect from a professional-level head. An over-sized, ergonomic locking T-knob allows 45-degree tilting in all directions and a 90-degree drop-notch facilitates quick and accurate switching from the horizontal landscape position to vertical portrait orientation. A separate tension knob is provided to apply the appropriate pressure that safely corresponds to the weight of your camera. A third knob loosens and locks the panning base which is laser-engraved with markers every 2.5 degrees from 0 to 360 degrees.
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Really Right Stuff BH-40 w/ Knob Overview
Benefits
UPC: 818413022447
Really Right Stuff BH-40 w/ Knob Specs
Key Specs
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Pan & Tilt
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Really Right Stuff BH-40 w/ Knob Reviews
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Will this ballhead work with KIrk arca-swiss ...
Will this ballhead work with KIrk arca-swiss compatible plates?
Most Arca type plates like those from Kirk are compatible with this ball head.
Date published: 2020-02-27
Will this Ball Head mount to a Manfrotto Tripod?
Will this Ball Head mount to a Manfrotto Tripod?
It sure looks like it would mount to my Gitzo, and I had a old Bogen head on that for a long time. The only Manfrotto I have is a lightweight, but the mount looks the same.
Date published: 2020-05-31
Will this work on a Nikon D750 Camera?
Will this work on a Nikon D750 Camera?
Yes.
Date published: 2021-02-10
Will the screw knob interfere with a fold down ...
Will the screw knob interfere with a fold down lcd screen on the D850?
Sorry, I do not know the answer to that question. I have the Z6 & Z7 and their screens bend down at about a 45 degree angle and that does not interfere with the screw-knob. Hope that helps --- Jim
Date published: 2023-12-13
Looking to use the BH-40 Ball Head with the ...
Looking to use the BH-40 Ball Head with the Wimberly Arca Sidekick with the new OM 15-600 lens @ 4.55 lbs. Will this work?
Yes, Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ball Head with Full-Size Screw-Knob Clamp has a standar arca clamp which is fully compatible with Wimberley Arca Sidekick Ball to Gimbal Head Adapter.
Date published: 2024-03-28
How much turning is required to open/close the ...
How much turning is required to open/close the clamp of the screw-knob version?
Not a whole lot. Maybe 2 full turns if you drop the plate from the top. Less so if you slide the plate from the side. All depends. But the security of the screw knob gives me comfort and peace of mind.
Date published: 2024-04-16
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Is anyone using this on a Gitzo GT2545T(Series 2 Traveler)? Or too big for the tripod?
If you are serious about photography, this is a very good ball head. I like it very much. Of course, when you are searching this ball head, I assume you have a good tripod too, not something wobbly cost $100 level
Date published: 2020-05-31