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Manfrotto 492 Micro Ball Head

BH #MAMH492BHUS • MFR #MH492-BHUS
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Manfrotto 492 Micro Ball Head
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 11 lb
  • Height: 2.6"
  • Weight: 4.9 oz
  • 1/4"-20 Camera Mounting Thread
The 492 Micro Ball Head from Manfrotto is a 2.6" tall, aluminum support with a load capacity of 11 lb. The head has a single ergonomic locking knob that controls the ball and pan movements at the same time. The 4.9 oz head has a cut notch on the side that allows you to position the camera at a 90° angle, and the camera attaches to head via its 1/4"-20 mounting thread.
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Manfrotto MH492-BHUS Overview

The 492 Micro Ball Head from Manfrotto is a 2.6" tall, aluminum support with a load capacity of 11 lb. The head has a single ergonomic locking knob that controls the ball and pan movements at the same time. The 4.9 oz head has a cut notch on the side that allows you to position the camera at a 90° angle, and the camera attaches to head via its 1/4"-20 mounting thread.

UPC: 719821423874

Manfrotto MH492-BHUS Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (No Quick Release)
Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
No
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Weight
4.94 oz / 140 g
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (No Quick Release)
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
No
Vertical Tilt
+90° to 0°
Lateral Tilt
No
General
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Bubble Level
No
Weight
4.94 oz / 140 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.36 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.5 x 3.5 x 2.5"

Manfrotto MH492-BHUS Reviews

Well made. Good value. Secure.

By Harvey
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2025-08-17

What more need be said?

Compact, well made.

By Dwayne
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-15

Most small ball heads are cheaply made. Not this one. Quality locking screw that can be adjusted to allow drag or lock.

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