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Falcam Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release

BH #FAF38B4303 • MFR #F38B4303
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Falcam Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 11 lb
  • F38 Pro QR Set with Quick Release Lever
  • Compatible with Most Arca-Type Plates
  • Adjustable Friction Control
The Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release from Falcam is a feature-rich ball head with a load capacity of 11 lb. The inverted design makes repositioning heavy cameras easy. Ball friction is adjustable to prevent sudden camera movement release when the locking lever is released.
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Falcam F38B4303 Overview

The Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release from Falcam is a feature-rich ball head with a load capacity of 11 lb. The inverted design makes repositioning heavy cameras easy. Ball friction is adjustable to prevent sudden camera movement release when the locking lever is released.

An integrated F38 Pro quick release receiver is compatible with F38-type plates plus about 90% of Arca-type plates and accessories. The clamp has a quick release locking lever and safety locking pins to prevent accidental release. The included anti-slip quick release plate features an anti-deflection tab to prevent a camera body or lens foot from rotating.

Falcam F38B4303 Specs

Key Specs
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: F38)
Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
Yes
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Weight
9.9 oz / 280 g
Head
Camera Mounting
1/4"-20 Screw (Quick Release Plate: F38)
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
Flat Base with 3/8"-16 Female
Counter Balance
No
Dimensions
Height: 3" / 76.2 mm
Base Diameter: 2.8" / 70.00 mm
Pan & Tilt
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Independent Tilt Lock
No
Vertical Tilt
90°
Lateral Tilt
No
General
Load Capacity
11 lb / 5 kg
Accessory Mounting
No
Bubble Level
Yes
Weight
9.9 oz / 280 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.025 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.9 x 4.5 x 3.7"

Falcam F38B4303 Reviews

Quality

By John
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-11-04

Really Effective And Using In Tandem With My Falcam Treeroot Tripod

Great compact head with well designed features

By Phillip M.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2025-05-28

I've been searching for a good reverse ball head and think I've settled on this one. I spent two weeks in Arizona shooting with it and love it. While I'd not pigeon hole it as only a travel head, it's compact size and light weight make it a great for travel. I especially like the small QR plate and was very happy to find that my Peak Design standard plate used with my Capture Camera Clip fits this mount perfectly (see photo of head with PD plate). Sadly, the Falcam F38 QR plate is just a bit too thick to work on my Capture Clip. That is too bad because the Falcam plate has a removable lip to align with the front or back of your camera base to prevent the plate from turning, which is very helpful. (See photo of Falcam and PD QR plates.) The release lever for the QR works very well and I had no problem with mounting, unmounting, or accidentally bumping the release. The ball tension dial and the pan lock knob are both well designed and easy to use in addition to being very compact yet easy to identify by hand while looking through the viewfinder. The lock screw on the base is easier to access than most since it's accessible from the top of the head without having to use one on the bottom of the center column platform, which typically has to be accessed by removing the center column. I had previously tried the Platyball reverse ball head, which is not a bad head, but it is much bulkier and can make for a more top-heavy tripod. While it does offer some innovative features, I find the Falcam to be overall a much better head. The leveling feature on the Platyball is nice, if a bit gadgety, but I've had no problem leveling the Falcam head between using it's conventional bubble level and my camera's built-in level indicator. Like most ball heads, it functions best when shooting in landscape orientation, but I found that when I needed to shoot in portrait (without an L bracket) the panning function became my vertical tilt control, allowing me to easily adjust my shooting angle without unlocking the ball. Yes, this head's QR system is a bit limiting when it comes to Arca Swiss plat compatibility, but for me it has worked out well since I prefer a small, think plate and use my PeakDesign plates with it. That said, be aware of the limitation and check all your plates out with it right away to figure out if it's going to be a problem for you.

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What’s base diameter for this ballhead?

What’s base diameter for this ballhead?
Asked by: Abdulaziz
The Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release has a base diameter of 70mm.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-07-01

Can this ball head be used with Gitzo Traveler 2 ...

Can this ball head be used with Gitzo Traveler 2 legs? Thanks.
Asked by: Alec
Yes, the Falcam Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release can be used on the Gitzo Traveler 2 legs.
Answered by: Dan W
Date published: 2025-08-22

Is Falcam F38B4303 ball head compatible with ...

Is Falcam F38B4303 ball head compatible with SmallRig L-bracket for Canon EOS R5?
Asked by: Rob
The Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release uses a lever to secure the plate or bracket. A lever does not allow the same level of compatibility with a large number of third-party plates and brackets like a knob would. A third-party plate or bracket is often not completely locked on and secure with a lever. Therefore, we only recommend using a lever head with the plates or brackets specifically made for that head. We do not recommend using a SmallRig L-bracket with the Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-10-08

What is diameter of the base at the bottom of ...

What is diameter of the base at the bottom of this ball head?
Asked by: Abdulaziz
The base of the Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release is 2.8" / 70 mm.
Answered by: Boyd H
Date published: 2024-06-28

Is Falcam F38B4303 bullhead compatible with Sirui ...

Is Falcam F38B4303 bullhead compatible with Sirui ST-125 carbon fiber tripod?
Asked by: Rob
Yes, the Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release is compatible with the Sirui ST125 ST-Series Carbon Fiber Tripod.
Answered by: Daniel C
Date published: 2024-10-06

Is Falcam F38B4303 ball head compatible with Peak ...

Is Falcam F38B4303 ball head compatible with Peak Design V3 capture clip?
Asked by: Rob
Yes, the Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release is Arca-compatible, so it will fit the Peak Design V3 Capture Clip.
Answered by: Michael S
Date published: 2024-10-08

Is the base diameter actually around 35mm? The Git

Is the base diameter actually around 35mm? The Gitzo 1-series tripod in one product photo has a 35mm top disc.
Asked by: Raphael
The base diameter of the Falcam Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release is 2.8" / 70.00 mm.
Answered by: Jessica G
Date published: 2026-04-19

Can i use this head with Freewell FW-T1 Carbon ...

Can i use this head with Freewell FW-T1 Carbon Fiber Real Travel Tripod legs?
Asked by: Mustafa
Yes, you can use the Falcam 320P Inverted Ball Head with F38 Pro Quick Release with the Freewell FW-T1 Carbon Fiber Real Travel Tripod.
Answered by: Lucia B
Date published: 2025-03-23
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