The MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head from Oben is a compact ball head suitable for most tabletop tripods, mini tripods, and monopods. This rugged, all-metal ball head incorporates many features found on larger heads, making it a versatile tool for composing images with everything from webcams, smartphones, mirrorless cameras, up to full-size DSLR cameras. Independent locking knobs offer 360° panning and 90° tilt, making camera positioning effortless, while providing a secure platform for cameras and lenses weighing up to 11 pounds. The panoramic base provides precise horizontal camera positioning for wide-angle shots and locks independently from the ball movement. The MBH-11 is outfitted with an Arca-compatible quick release plate for rapid camera mounting and swapping. It is compatible with many Arca-style quick release plates, camera brackets, and other accessories.
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Key Features
- Load Capacity: 11 lb
- Height: 2.9"
- Weight: 5.35 oz
- Arca-Style Quick Release System
The MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head from Oben is a compact ball head suitable for most tabletop tripods, mini tripods, and monopods. This rugged, all-metal ball head incorporates many features found on larger heads, making it a versatile tool for composing images with everything from webcams, smartphones, mirrorless cameras, up to full-size DSLR cameras. Independent locking knobs offer 360° panning and 90° tilt, making camera positioning effortless, while providing a secure platform for cameras and lenses weighing up to 11 pounds. The panoramic base provides precise horizontal camera positioning for wide-angle shots and locks independently from the ball movement. The MBH-11 is outfitted with an Arca-compatible quick release plate for rapid camera mounting and swapping. It is compatible with many Arca-style quick release plates, camera brackets, and other accessories.
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Oben MBH-11 Overview
Small but Strong
Shooting still photos or video on an office desk or tabletop doesn't mean sacrificing size for ball head strength. Despite its compact form, the solid aluminum construction of the MBH-11 supports up to 11 pounds, making it suitable for most DSLR cameras with large lenses, mirrorless cameras, camcorders, LED lights, ring lights with webcams, microphones, monitors, and more.
Pro Features
The MBH-11 boasts the same features as ball heads twice its size. Independent tilt and pan locks allow for precise and flexible camera positioning, allowing the capture of any angle and perspective desired.
90° Notch
Switching from landscape to portrait orientation shouldn't stop your session. The MBH-11 incorporates a 90° notch to allow repositioning your camera in just seconds.
3/8"-16 Mounting Socket
The industry-standard 3/8"-16 threaded socket is compatible with most tripods. The MBH-11 may be mounted to any tripod that provides interchangeable head functionality, from a tabletop-style to a full-size tripod. The included 3/8"-16 to 1/4"-20 adapter allows it to also be mounted on compact tripods and select monopods.
Arca-Type Quick Release Plate
The Arca-type quick release plate lets you attach your camera to the head quickly and effortlessly. The plate's standard 1/4-20 mounting screw is compatible with most DSLR, point-and-shoot, and video cameras.
UPC: 847628027466
Oben MBH-11 Specs
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Oben MBH-11 Reviews
Compact and pretty sturdy for size
By Clinton
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-09-22
Very pleased with value; this is comfortably propping up my OM-D camera with a 100-400 zoom on a Manfretto Element monopod. Very portable.
I bought 6
By Michael
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-01-23
Yes, I bought 6 of these. They are rated for 11lb, but I personally tested them to 20lb. None failed. Amazing little head.
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will this fit on manfrotto 190CXPRO3?
will this fit on manfrotto 190CXPRO3?
Yes, the Oben MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head with Arca-Style Quick Release Plate is compatible with the Manfrotto 190CXPRO3.
Date published: 2023-10-24
will this work with a smallrig arca l-bracket?
will this work with a smallrig arca l-bracket?
Yes.
Date published: 2022-01-03
Will this hold a Peak Design standard capture ...
Will this hold a Peak Design standard capture plate?
Yes, it will. Both are arca-swiss style systems.
Date published: 2020-12-27
Will the tightening lever extend below the bottom ...
Will the tightening lever extend below the bottom of the head or is it short enough to avoid that so that it could be used on a Platypod without a spacer or standoff?
The Oben MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head with Arca-Style Quick Release Plate would feature a lever which is short enough to mount with the Platypod without the need of a spacer.
Date published: 2025-11-29
Is this ballhead compatible with a RRS quick ...
Is this ballhead compatible with a RRS quick release L-plate? I want to mount a second ball head on a monopod, but don't want to change my quick release plate
Yes, it is compatible. Both use the arca-swiss quick release system.
Date published: 2021-01-22
Is this bullhead compatible with a RRS L-plate? I ...
Is this bullhead compatible with a RRS L-plate? I don't want to change the plate on my camera, but want a second ballhead
Yes. Both this ballhead and your L-bracket are arca-swiss style.
Date published: 2021-01-17
Does the mounting plate have a "D" ring to attach ...
Does the mounting plate have a "D" ring to attach the camera ?
Yes and this D-ring is very sturdy.
Date published: 2020-10-23
How wide is the base of the ball head?
How wide is the base of the ball head?
The base of the Oben MBH-11 Dual-Action Mini Ball Head is 29mm wide.
Date published: 2024-11-05