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Manfrotto 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head with 410PL Quick Release Plate

BH #MA468MGRC4 • MFR #468MGRC4
Manfrotto 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head with 410PL Quick Release Plate
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 35.3 lb
  • Magnesium-Alloy Construction
  • Hydrostatic Ball-and-Socket Lock
  • Lock is Easily Tightened
This 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head from Manfrotto includes an integrated RC4 quick release cam lock and a 410PL Quick Release Plate. RC4 compatible quick release plates such as the 410PL can removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached.
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Manfrotto 468MGRC4 Overview

This 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head from Manfrotto includes an integrated RC4 quick release cam lock and a 410PL Quick Release Plate. RC4 compatible quick release plates such as the 410PL can removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached.

The 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head with 410PL Quick Release Plate features a ball-and-socket joint that utilizes pressurized fluid, which helps to provide a 35.3 lb load capacity and an easy-to-tighten locking mechanism. By loosening the 468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head's primary locking knob, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. An additional knob set within that locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements. Along the opposite side of the ball head, a secondary locking knob controls the ability to rotate the head 360°.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 or 3/16"-20 mount can be connected to the 410PL Quick Release Plate, which measures 2.5 x 3.3 x 0.5" and has a rubberized, non-slip surface.

468MG Hydrostatic Ball Head
  • 35.3 lb load capacity
  • Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
  • Easy-to-tighten hydrostatic ball-and-socket joint that utilizes pressurized fluid, which helps maximize pan-and-tilt flexibility while enhancing load capacity
  • Ball-and-socket joint provides 360° of swivel control, is tiltable down to a 90° angle, and can be locked into place
  • Dual, ball-and-socket joint notches enable two-sided tilt capability
  • Integrated RC4 quick release cam lock
  • Primary locking knob allows ball-and-socket joint to be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position
  • Secondary locking knob allows head to rotate 360°
  • Dedicated tension control knob for the ball-and-socket joint's movements
  • One bubble level for landscape orientations and one bubble level for portrait orientations
  • Durable, magnesium-alloy construction
410PL Quick Release Plate
  • Compatible with Manfrotto RC4 quick release cam lock
  • Measures 2.5 x 3.3 x 0.5" and has a rubberized, non-slip surface
  • 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 mount
  • Durable, aluminum-alloy construction

Manfrotto 468MGRC4Specs

Head Type
Ball Head
Drag Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Lateral Tilt
-90° to +90°
General
Load Capacity
35.3 lb / 16.01 kg
Weight
24.7 oz / 700.25 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.98 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.9 x 5 x 4.25"

Manfrotto 468MGRC4 Reviews

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Can I use this with a Manfroto 190cx3 tripod?

Can I use this with a Manfroto 190cx3 tripod?
Asked by: Clay
You can use this with a Manfrotto 190CX3.
Answered by: Reuben
Date published: 2019-07-07

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Can you attach a Glide gear arm to this tripod?
Asked by: Kari M.
The short answer is Yes , so long as your glide gear will mate to a 1/4 screw in the head mounting plate (same as your camera). Depending on the load of the glide gear, this head will support 35 pounds; there are stronger heads available, but most at a higher price --- all depends on what your requirements are.
Answered by: Steve N.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

192/5000Once the horizontal and vertical level has been set, is it possible to set the 360 rotation independently without any risk of modifying the two already adjusted axes? Thanks for your help.
Asked by: Laurent
Yes, works fine. Great ball head btw
Answered by: Kevin B.
Date published: 2018-08-27

question

Can I use this with a 679B Monopod?
Asked by: Derrick D.
Yes. The Manfrotto 679B Three Section Monopod has both a 1/4 -20 & 3/8 -16 thread on the top of the monopod. As the Manfrotto 468MGRC4 Hydrostatic Ball Head has a 3/8 -16 tripod socket on the bottom of the head, it would be compatible for use with the Manfrotto 679B Monopod.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

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Can you fix the wimberly C-12 quick release clamp to this MGRC4 ball head?
Asked by: Wasantha D.
Yes. According to the instructions included with the C-12, you would follow the installation chart listed in column B for use with the Manfrotto 468MGRC4 (they list the 468MG RC 0, 2, 3, 4, and 5 on the instillation chart as compatible with the C-12 quick release clamp).
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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