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Oben VH-R2 Tilt Head for Monopods

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234 reviews
Oben VH-R2 Tilt Head for Monopods
Key Features
  • Easily Rotates Head 180 Degrees
  • Locking Pin Secures Camera
  • RP-20 Quick-Release Plate Included
  • 3/8"-1/4" Reducer Bushing Included
The Oben VH-R2 Tilt Head for Monopods is a compact head specifically designed for monopods. The head has 180° one-axis movement, allowing you to position your camera for a 90° vertical format when using a monopod. Included is a 1/4-20"-3/8" reducer bushing, which makes this head compatible with either 1/4"-20 or 3/8" mounting threads.
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Oben VH-R2 Overview

The Oben VH-R2 Tilt Head for Monopods is a compact head specifically designed for monopods. The head has 180° one-axis movement, allowing you to position your camera for a 90° vertical format when using a monopod. Included is a 1/4-20"-3/8" reducer bushing, which makes this head compatible with either 1/4"-20 or 3/8" mounting threads.

A locking knob on the head provides smooth, accurate, and quick operation to rotate the head 180° for horizontal or vertical shooting.
Has a locking pin to prevent accidental camera release.
A snap-in RP-20 Quick-Release Plate for rapid mounting and dismounting of the camera is included.
A 3/8"-1/4" reducer bushing is included to ensure a proper fit for your monopod.
UPC: 847628016811

Oben VH-R2 Specs

Load Capacity11 lb (5 kg)
Tilt180°
Working Temperature-4° to 158°F (-20° to 70°C)
Quick Release PlateYes, RP-20 QR plate is included
Tripod Mount Thread Size1/4" or 3/8" (with included bushing)
Height2.6" (67mm)
Weight10.2 oz (290 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight0.865 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)4.95 x 4.25 x 3.5"

Oben VH-R2 Reviews

Great for Binoculars

By Alexander
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-14

I purchased this tilt head to improve my monopod setup for binoculars for astronomy and birdwatching. It has no problem holding 10x42 or 10x50 binoculars in any orientation. Even when the binoculars are pointed up near the zenith, there's no slipping from the unbalanced load with this tilt head (unlike the very cheap ball head I was using before). It's well built and seems to me like it will be extremely durable. It's quite light, so this is a great option for a travel setup. I definitely recommend this monopod head!

Nice add on for the Oben ATM-2600

By Sam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-02

This head works well with the Oben ATM-2600 6-Section Aluminum Monopod. good combo, camera mounts securely and no movement at all. I do use it often and have seen no problem with it so far.

great monopod accessary.

By Mike
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-31

works really well, Especially like being able to tilt the head to shoot vertically. The quick attachment piece is proprietary,I wish a had a second one. Other ones I have don't work with it. So i need to remember when I move the piece from a lens to a camera body. No big deal. The quick release works really well.

Nice Tilt Head for Monopod

By Katie
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-05

I'm using this tilt head with my Manfrotto monopod. It's very sturdy and doesn't move when locked down. I used it quite a bit on a trip to Yellowstone recently with my Sigma 150-500 lens and it worked perfectly. Really well priced- very pleased with it!

Nicely Made

By Pam
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-28

The tilt head easily attached and gives me much more versatility when shooting fast action sports like soccer. We'll made works as advertised.

Good

By Jose
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-07-11

Good for the price.

Great product

By Freddy
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-02-14

Excellent product Handy Easy Great price

Great Simple Monopod Mount

By Brian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-01-22

Works great. Love the quick mount locking action. Makes it really easy and quick to mount and remove camera. Just slide one side in and it flips to lock down securely.

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question

Oben VH-R2 Tilt Head for Monopods B&H # OBVHR2 MFR # VH-R2<<<<----- hi! im looking for this item? just wanna ask if this gonna fit on my monopod aluminum GIOTTOS mmL 3260B but i found in my monopod is double action male thread , looks like 1/8 & 3/8 but not sure
Asked by: Gringgo C.
The Giottos 3260B monopod is standard and has a reversible mail thread and 3/8 inch.The head will work on with either size with the included bushing.
Answered by: Robert K.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

Can the included RP-20 Quick-Release plate interchangeable with Manfrotto RC2 Quick-Release?
Asked by: Anonymous
Manfrotto quick release systems are not interchangeable with other brands.
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

What is the maximum weight capacity?

What is the maximum weight capacity?
Asked by: Chris
According to the specifications the load capacity is 11 lbs or 5 Kg.
Answered by: Reinaldoluis
Date published: 2019-09-03

question

Would I be able to use a Arca-Style Quick Release plate with this head
Asked by: Anonymous
You will want the Oben RP-20 quick release plate for the Oben VH-R2 monopod: http://bhpho.to/1r1gTpH
Answered by: Heather S.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

The QR plate looks exactly like my Giottos MH642C or MH511 that came with my ball head, any idea if those plates will fit in this?
Asked by: Peter N.
Unfortunately, the Oben RP-20 Quick Release Plate is specific to the Oben heads like the VH-R2.
Answered by: Kirk R.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

What is the diameter of the base?Thanks,
Asked by: Anonymous
The diameter of the base of this head is 3.5 .
Answered by: Yos O.
Date published: 2018-08-28

Will this head work on a Manfrotto 290 Monopod? ...

Will this head work on a Manfrotto 290 Monopod? How good is this head for panning vertical and horizontally when you are using a 400mm lens?
Asked by: Dennis
The Oben VH-R2 Tilt Head for Monopods is compatible with the Manfrotto 290 Monopod. This head is good for tilting the camera as long as the camera and lens does not weight more than 11 lbs. The head doe not allow for horizontal panning, but you could turn the Monopod.
Answered by: Lawrence
Date published: 2021-10-21

question

Is this compatible with Nikon D90?
Asked by: Anonymous
Should be compatible with any camera having a standard tripod female thread which includes Nikon cameras
Answered by: David S.
Date published: 2018-08-28
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