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Key Features
- Load Capacity: 88 lb
- Height: 4.3"
- Weight: 2.0 lb
- Precision Gears Provide Fine Adjustments
The Arca-Swiss C1 Cube with Arca FlipLock Release is a three-axis panoramic head with an 88 lb load capacity, making it ideal for use with the heaviest cameras while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. The C1 Cube allows for smooth and stable gearless panning adjustments. The two panoramic axes permit you to first center the Cube's controls to your position with the bottom axis and then readjust the camera to point straight ahead with the upper axis. The gears' rubberized knobs give pinpoint control even when wearing gloves and don't obstruct the head's movements. The Cube's bottom features a hinge allowing a 62° tilt so that most cameras can reach the 90° vertical position, while the top features two bubble levels and Arca-Swiss FlipLock style quick release clamp.
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I stay in Dubai , if i order this online will the warranty work ?
No, it is not warranted in Dubai.
Date published: 2023-01-30
Can I add a Really Right Stuff B2-AS-II Lever ...
Can I add a Really Right Stuff B2-AS-II Lever Release Clamp to this head?
The Really Right Stuff B2-AS-II Lever Release Clamp can be added to the Arca-Swiss C1 Cube Geared Head
Date published: 2020-06-08
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I have a Phase One XF with the L-Bracket. Are there any modifications that need to be made for the bracket I have? Which release would be ideal, the twist release or quick release?
I use the RRS L-Bracket plate with my Hasselblad H6D on the cube. I also use RRS plates for my Hasselblad X1D, Sony A7rii and my Nikons. I went for the twist release rather than the quick release because even though all the plates claim to be Arca-Swiss compatible there are manufacturing differences (probably still within tolerances), and the screw release allows me to tighten until secure whereas the quick release isn't as tight as I would like with some of my RRS plates and it's not easily adjustable while on the go.
Date published: 2018-08-27
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How does it compare to the RRS BH-55?
I used the RRS BH-55 with my Canons for many years and was happy with it. I bought the Cube a couple of months ago, mainly for architectural work, and have been absolutely delighted with it. The only time I use the BH-55 any more is when I have to shoot straight down, as the degree of tilt is limited on the Cube whereas the BH-55 permits you to drop the rotated camera 90 sideway if needed. As Gerald V comments, having the geared movements is a big timesaver, maybe 10-15 seconds per shot and you know you have it perfect even if you can't see the built-in electronic level on your camera. So there's more time savings in post because you don't have to correct verticals any more. I greatly prefer the Cube, except for shots straight down.
Date published: 2020-05-24
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Which quick release type is the best between the classic and the flip style? Do I need a different plate for one vs the other?
Having first purchased the flip style and then returning it for the classic release, I wholeheartedly recommend the classic release. The flip release is just poorly designed and requires using your fingernails to awkwardly pull on the spring itself. It's as inconvenient and confusing to describe as it was to use. You shouldn't need an instruction manual to use a quick release but you'll be referring to it, I promise. Also recommend getting an L bracket for whatever camera you're using as rotating to vertical on this head is super awkward and similarly inconvenient.
Date published: 2024-10-21