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SmallRig 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head with Quick Release Plate

BH #SM3034 • MFR #3034
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SmallRig 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head with Quick Release Plate
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 11 lb
  • Height: 3"
  • Weight: 5.7 oz
  • Arca-Type Compatible
The 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head from SmallRig is a compact and lightweight Arca-type compatible ball head with a load capacity of 11 lb, suitable for use with small DSLR, mirrorless, action, and video cameras as well as smartphones and other devices. Featuring aluminum alloy construction, the 3034 ball head has a panoramic base with an independent locking knob and a number scale for precise and repeatable results. The Arca-type quick release receiver clamp also features a numbered scale for quickly positioning and balancing a camera. The notch in the ball head casing allows the perspective to be switched from horizontal to vertical in just seconds.
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SmallRig 3034 Overview

The 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head from SmallRig is a compact and lightweight Arca-type compatible ball head with a load capacity of 11 lb, suitable for use with small DSLR, mirrorless, action, and video cameras as well as smartphones and other devices. Featuring aluminum alloy construction, the 3034 ball head has a panoramic base with an independent locking knob and a number scale for precise and repeatable results. The Arca-type quick release receiver clamp also features a numbered scale for quickly positioning and balancing a camera. The notch in the ball head casing allows the perspective to be switched from horizontal to vertical in just seconds.

EAN: 6941590002774

SmallRig 3034 Specs

Key Specs
Top Mounting
Arca-Type Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 Screw
Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
No
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Weight
5.7 oz / 161 g
Head
Top Mounting
Arca-Type Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 Screw
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
No
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Vertical Tilt
+45° to -90°
Lateral Tilt
-50° to +50°
General
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Bubble Level
No
Weight
5.7 oz / 161 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.48 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
3.65 x 3 x 2.25"

SmallRig 3034 Reviews

Love this lightweight ball head!

By SUE
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2026-03-29

I needed a simple ball head that had the features I needed but without unneeded bells and whistles. It is compact and lightweight. I put it on a Sirui AT-125 legs for a very lightweight and compact tripod for my watercolor painting setup.

Works as desired

By Maurice
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-02-25

It holds my camera as it is designed. The learning curve was easy as I have used ball head camera mounts on tripods before. The quick release plate helps speed the process of going from hand held to tripod.

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Will this ball head accommodate the Peak Design ...

Will this ball head accommodate the Peak Design Dual Plate ? https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1372682-REG/peak_design_pl_
Asked by: Walter
Yes, the SmallRig 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head with Quick Release Plate is compatible with any Arca compatible plate such as the Peak Design Dual Plate v2 for Capture Camera Clip: (BH #PEPLD2 • MFR #PL-D-2).
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-11-26

What is the proper quick release shoe for ...

What is the proper quick release shoe for SmallRig 3034? I need two more.
Asked by: Stephen
The Oben QR-10 Quick Release Plate (B&H # OBQR10) can be adapted to the SmallRig 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head with Quick Release Plate system. https://bhpho.to/3Qafh07
Answered by: Marvin C
Date published: 2023-10-23

Does the 161 gram listed weight include the Arca ...

Does the 161 gram listed weight include the Arca plate, or just the ball head? If it’s for both, what’s weight of ball head only
Asked by: Warren
The weight listed for the SmallRig 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head with Quick Release Plate is 161 g without the quick release plate. 
Answered by: Idris A
Date published: 2024-12-17

Is the base plate compatible with FALCAM F38 ...

Is the base plate compatible with FALCAM F38 plate?
Asked by: Ali
Yes, the Falcam F38 Quick Release Top Plate is compatible with the SmallRig 3034 Aluminum Panoramic Ball Head.
Answered by: Naftoli G
Date published: 2024-12-04

What is the base diameter of this ballhead?

What is the base diameter of this ballhead?
Asked by: Joshua
The base diameter is is 1.45 inches.
Answered by: Ryan
Date published: 2021-12-05
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