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Key Features
- Load Capacity: 21 lb
- Arca-Type Compatible
- Weight: 1 lb
The most compact entry in the FlexShooter spring-counterbalanced double ball head line, the Mini Ball Head with Arca-Type Locking Knob Receiver offers all the advantages of the patented system, which unites three functions in one device. The inner ball operates as a two-axis head nestled inside the outer ball, which provides leveling and panning. FlexShooter's patented spring balance design is incorporated in both balls for a gimbal-like range of movement without the risk of lens flop. Each ball provides tension and locks individually for precision control of your lens movement.
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What is the distance (inches) from the bottom of ...
What is the distance (inches) from the bottom of round base to the bottom of the clamp where the arca swiss plate would go?
The height without a plate, is about 3.25".
Date published: 2024-09-20
Wondering how the mini would perform with a ...
Wondering how the mini would perform with a spotting scope?
This head would be fine when using it with a spotting scope and an appropriate plate.
Date published: 2021-02-17
Will the Flexshooter mini work for a spotting ...
Will the Flexshooter mini work for a spotting scope? I currently use a video fluid head with an arm.
The FlexShooter Mini Ball Head with Arca-Type Locking Knob Receiver can work with a spotting scope as long as you have a plate that fits the scope and the head. But many do like a fluid head with the handles and smoothness. It is subjective.
Date published: 2026-01-05
Do you think this head is enough to work with the ...
Do you think this head is enough to work with the Sony Alpha a7R IV and 200-600 set or is it better to use the Pro head?
Steve Matthies (wildlife photographer on youtube) did a video on the flexshooter mini and pro. He has no worries about using it with the Nikon Z7 and a 600mm F4 on the mini - he does say it is quicker and easier to balance on the Pro.. but the mini also works. That setup is a lot more weight than yours... Personally I am going to buy the mini - but I have the 100-400, although I may get the 200-600 at some point. Go watch the video and make your own decision.
Date published: 2021-11-29
Two questions about using this with the OM-1 ...
Two questions about using this with the OM-1 camera coupled with Olympus 150-400mm f/ 4.5 lens: (1) is the mini sufficient to support the weight of this combo, or do I need the pro version; and (2) is the foot that comes with the lens long enough to balance or do I need to purchase on the separate foot to attach to the lens foot. Thank you.
The Flexshooter Mini Arca Ballhead is rated for 21 lbs, therefore it can hold the OM-1 and the Olympus 150-400mm f/4.5 Lens which totals up to 5.4 lbs. The foot at the bottom of the tripod collar is long enough to balance it properly on this head.
Date published: 2023-07-16
For a 200-600 mm Lens what lens plate would you ...
For a 200-600 mm Lens what lens plate would you recommend for the FlexShooter?
To mount the Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS lens on the FlexShooter Mini Arca Ballhead get the Kirk Replacement Foot for Sony FE 200-600mm f/5.6-6.3 G OSS Lens. Here is the link: https://bhpho.to/3b7G0JX
Date published: 2022-06-20
Is the FlexShooter Mini Arca Ballhead durable ...
Is the FlexShooter Mini Arca Ballhead durable enough to use the large caliber hunting rifles?
These heads were developed for photography, but I think you need a FlexShooter Pro for that
Date published: 2022-01-21
Will the clamp on this head work with the RRS ...
Will the clamp on this head work with the RRS BQGS plate?
Yes, The follow unit will adapt to a RRS quick release plate that is acra swiss based.
Date published: 2021-08-27