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Manfrotto 324RC2 Ball Head with 200PL-14 Quick Release Plate

BH #MA324RC2 • MFR #324RC2
Manfrotto 324RC2 Ball Head with 200PL-14 Quick Release Plate
Key Features
  • Ball Head with Control Handle
  • Load Capacity: 8.8 lb
  • Integrated Handle Squeeze Trigger
  • 90° Forwards and 90° Backwards Tilt
This 324RC2 Ball Head from Manfrotto has a load capacity of 8.8 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. It includes an RC2 quick release cam lock and a 200PL-14 Quick Release Plate. RC2 compatible quick release plates such as the 200PL-14 can be removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached. The cam lock also features a safety catch to prevent a quick release plate from accidentally disconnecting.
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Manfrotto 324RC2 Overview

This 324RC2 Ball Head from Manfrotto has a load capacity of 8.8 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. It includes an RC2 quick release cam lock and a 200PL-14 Quick Release Plate. RC2 compatible quick release plates such as the 200PL-14 can be removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached. The cam lock also features a safety catch to prevent a quick release plate from accidentally disconnecting.

The 324RC2 features a ball-and-socket joint with an easy-to-grip control handle. By squeezing the control handle's integrated trigger, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. A thumbwheel set within the underside of the control handle can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements. Once the squeeze trigger is released, any adjustments to the position of the ball-and-socket joint are locked into place.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the 200PL-14 quick release plate, which measures 1.7 x 2.1 x 0.4" and has a rubberized, non-slip surface. The 324RC2 is initially configured for use with the right hand. An included hex key allows the RC2 quick release cam lock to be repositioned along with the control handle, enabling left-handed use.

324RC2 Ball Head
  • 8.8 lb load capacity
  • Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount
  • Uses ball-and-socket joint with easy-to-grip control handle to help maximize pan-and-tilt flexibility
  • By squeezing the control handle's integrated trigger, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled 360°, fully tilted down to a 90° angle, or returned to its upright position
  • When the control handle's squeeze trigger is released, any adjustments to the position of the ball-and-socket joint are locked into place
  • A thumbwheel set within the underside of the control handle can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements
  • RC2 quick release cam lock
  • Built-in bubble level
  • Can be configured for left-handed use
  • Durable and lightweight aluminum, polymer, and fiberglass construction
  • Hex key to adjust position of RC2 quick release cam lock
  • Hex key to adjust tension on ball-and-socket joint
200PL-14 Quick Release Plate
  • Compatible with Manfrotto RC2 quick release cam lock
  • Measures 1.7 x 2.1 x 0.4" and has a rubberized, non-slip surface
  • 1/4"-20 mount
  • Durable, aluminum-alloy construction
UPC: 719821312529

Manfrotto 324RC2 Specs

Key Specs
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw
1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type
200PL-14
Friction Control
Yes
Load Capacity
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Weight
1 lb / 0.45 kg
Head
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw
1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type
200PL-14
Number of Bubble Levels
1
Friction Control
Yes
Independent Pan Lock
No
Ball Sphere Diameter
1.38" / 35 mm
Pan & Tilt Range
Lateral Tilt
-19° to +90°
Vertical Tilt
+90° to -90°
Panning Range
360°
General
Load Capacity
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Weight
1 lb / 0.45 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.35 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7.85 x 5.1 x 4.15"

Manfrotto 324RC2 Reviews

Does not fully stabilize camera

By Kristine
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2023-03-16

Overall, I liked the ease of movement of this head with the pistol grip. However, the absolute dealbreaker for me is that the head cannot stabilize a camera pointed just slightly downward from horizontal. The lens and camera combo becomes too heavy for the head (I weighed my combo in at 6 pounds, so it came in under load capacity) and the entire camera and lens slide downward. This becomes a major worry, because with the weight shift downward, it could easily knock a whole tripod over if it wasn't stabilized properly for this weight shift. I also tried adjusting the friction knob and the hex screw in the handle, but that did nothing to change the tension in the head. Will be immediately returning.

Great when new, after about a year and a half it slips.

By Loren
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-10-16

Loved this when it was new, but after about a year and a half it started slipping; now to the point it is unusable. You can get a much more durable head for half the money. So far, no response from Manfrotto help desk.

Unsteady

By Janet
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-01

After a year of very light use, maybe three times, the head became unstable, it would not hold my camera upright unless I held it in position. I tried solutions suggested by the forums where I was not successful.

We like it, but the sprit level fell out

By Emily
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-03

We have had this in our team's gear since October and the spirit level already fell out. That was unfortunate, because it's used a lot. Hoping Manfrotto will send us a replacement. I love their products, but they seem to break more frequently these days...or something wears out faster than you want it to...

This will not hold my camera without falling!

By monica
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2022-03-18

I have tightened it as much as it will allow and it does not hold up a camera with any sort of weight. It's worthless

I love it!

By Aubrey
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-11-09

It's made all the difference in my photography and it's wonderful and easy to use. So glad I made the investment to purchase it.

Couldn't do my job without it

By Lawrence
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-07

I'm a working wedding photographer doing about 60!weddings a year. This is the 3rd Manfrotto ball-head that I've purchased over the last 25 years. It holds my D780s with the 70-200 lens perfectly. What can I say? It's great, and I couldn't do my job without it

324 rc2 ball head

By Tom
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-02

This is my second one, the first one last about 10 years and just finally wore out, I use a canon 1DX, a very heavy camera, I think that was part of the reason its shot, However to get 10 years out of some that you use almost every day is pretty dam good. I highly recommend it and will buy another if I kill this one as well. Once you use this you will never go back to the old style with 3 handles

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Will this pistol grip fit on an Induro AKB0 tripod? The tripod has a smaller attachment than the Manfrotto tripods, so I'm thinking they may not go together.
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Asked by: Alvaro
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Will this 324RC2 Joystick Head attach to a Manfrotto MT190X3 Aluminum Tripod? Thanks.
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