The d4 is a symbiosis of a spherical head and a 3D tilt head. It is built of high quality and exceptional strenght. ARCA-SWISS has succeeded in combining the advantages of both systems in one head and even integrating significant improvements over a conventional 3D tilt. The d4 has 2 panoramas: A rotating device is located at the base of the head. With this the camera is aligned. The 2nd panorama is above the axes, so a perfect panoramic pan is made with the neatly adjusted camera. The innovative design of the d4`s combines the pivot points of the X and Y movements into one point. This makes the panning radius of these movements very small. Found perspectives are preserved when readjusting. The head's swiveling is equipped with a self-locking shock absorption feature, allowing for near total compensation of the camera's weight Another notable feature is the positioning of the spirit levels. They are located below the upper panorama device and are arranged at a 90° angle. Both are visible so that the photographer can level his camera well even from a low position.
- Small and Compact
- Weight: 13.2 oz
- Supports up to 66.1 lb
- Easy and Safe to Use
Arca-Swiss D4 with Geared Pan MonoballFix Overview
Arca-Swiss D4 with Geared Pan MonoballFix Reviews
A versatile tripod head to keep forever
I was on the lookout for a solid tripod head that can be used for landscape photography outdoors as well as a good base for my large spotting scope to have better control at high magnifications. Arca-Swiss D4 serves both functions very well - it gives excellent control of positioning for my medium format cameras and a very easy to control base to use with a spotting scope (once you loosen one or two of the friction clutches). I love the geared pan control - it works very smoothly. The pan-head lock lever is also secure and durable. Bubble levels are accurate and very sensitive and seem to be well protected. The Monoballfix base plate is tiny but it clamps down securely with very little effort and there are no big screws pocking out of the head like the classic Arca-Swiss clamp to scratch other equipment or be exposed to damage - if you are not invested in the classic Arca Swiss system, I highly recommend giving the Monoballfix a try. The workmanship and durability on this head are second to none. I am very happy with this purchase and look forward to using this head for many years to come.