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Oben BE-108 Ball Head with Arca-Type Quick Release

BH #OBBE108 • MFR #BE-108
 28 reviews
Oben BE-108 Ball Head with Arca-Type Quick Release
Key Features
  • Load Capacity: 8.8 lb
  • Height: 3.2"
  • Weight: 10.6 oz
  • Arca-Type Compatible Quick Release Set
The BE-108 Ball Head from Oben is a lightweight aluminum ball head with a load capacity of 8.8 lb, a large locking knob to control the movement of the ball, and a separate knob for the 360° panning movement. The individual knobs enable higher-precision adjustments to the head than are possible with single-lever heads. Taking panoramic photos is simple thanks to the panoramic scale at the base of the head. A notch in the ball head allows orientation to quickly change between portrait and landscape.
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Oben BE-108 Overview

  • 1Description
  • 2Dual Action Ball Head
  • 3Arca-Type Quick Release
  • 4Dual Bubble Levels

The BE-108 Ball Head from Oben is a lightweight aluminum ball head with a load capacity of 8.8 lb, a large locking knob to control the movement of the ball, and a separate knob for the 360° panning movement. The individual knobs enable higher-precision adjustments to the head than are possible with single-lever heads. Taking panoramic photos is simple thanks to the panoramic scale at the base of the head. A notch in the ball head allows orientation to quickly change between portrait and landscape.

The included Arca-type quick release plate attaches to any camera and is secured in place with the receiver's locking knob, simply and reliably. Two removable safety screws on the bottom of the plate help prevent your camera from accidentally being released prematurely. One bubble level on the clamp and another on the locking knob ensure that the camera will be level with the horizon.

Dual Action Ball Head
The BE-108 dual-action ball head boasts smooth and effortless operation and features separate locking knobs for independently adjusting the ball and panoramic base.
Arca-Type Quick Release
The BE-108 Ball Head includes an Arca-type quick release plate for easily mounting and dismounting a camera. Adding a compatible Oben quick release plate to all your cameras facilitates camera swapping so you can exchange cameras without interrupting your shoot.
Dual Bubble Levels
The ball head features two integrated bubble levels to help make sure the camera is perfectly aligned with the horizon.
UPC: 847628563452

Oben BE-108 Specs

Key Specs
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw
1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type
Arca-Type
Friction Control
No
Load Capacity
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Weight
10.6 oz / 300 g
Head
Head Type
Ball Head
Base Mount
3/8"-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw
1/4"-20 Male
Quick Release Plate Type
Arca-Type
Number of Bubble Levels
2
Friction Control
No
Independent Pan Lock
Yes
Ball Sphere Diameter
0.9" / 24 mm
Pan & Tilt Range
Vertical Tilt
90°
Panning Range
360°
General
Load Capacity
8.8 lb / 4 kg
Weight
10.6 oz / 300 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.85 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
4.8 x 4.2 x 3.4"

Oben BE-108 Reviews

Falcam mount works with this!

By Daniel
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-18

I switched everything over to the Falcam mounts and this works perfectly with it. Easy to use, the ball is very solid and stable. Definitely feel like I can try some risky shots with this thing. Heavy enough that it feels solid, but not so heavy that you feel it.

Works Great.

By Stephen M.
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-05

Does everything I expected it to do. So easy to work with.

Pretty good

By David
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-06-18

It seems pretty good so far. I think the panning lock should get tighter.

Great product, would buy again

By Marc
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-09-25

Can't go wrong with this one. I liked it so much I ended up buying it's big brother the BE-117 for my larger tripod.

Excellent!

By Beth
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2020-03-05

This is a quality head for sure. Well made and easy to operate.

Heavy but worthwhile buying it

By Javier
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2019-11-26

I recognize this ball head is heavy, but by being heavy It now know my camera with all its gear attached wouldn't fall.

Affordable, smooth and surprisingly strong

By Max
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-11

I bought this as a topper for my platy-pod. It's exceeded my expectations. Smooth action on the ball-tension adjustment and surprising strength, enabling me to mount my z9 with 70-200 lens without worry!

nice ball head for panoramas, used with a Platypus Ultra

By James
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-08-01

This ball head, combined with a Platypus Ultra, works great to support a Nikon Z7 with a 24-120mm lens. I opted for this ball head because it facilitates panoramas given its independent controls of the ball head and pano rotation. It is a nice compromise between weight and function.

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question

Will this fit 501pl plate?
Asked by: Feli H.
This will not fit the 501PL plate.
Answered by: Dana G.
Date published: 2019-12-21

Is this Oben BE 108 the same as Oben 106T ? newer ...

Is this Oben BE 108 the same as Oben 106T ? newer model to replace the 106 T, but has exact the same specs ?
Asked by: LAM
The Oben BA-106T was only rated for 6.6 pounds while the BE_108 is rated for 8.8 pounds, Also the BE-108 uses the Arca Swiss standard style plates and the BA106T used a proprietary plate.
Answered by: Dan
Date published: 2022-04-06

question

Is the quick release system detachable? I have manfrotto plates and I'd like to know if i can attach my own system to the ball. Thanks!
Asked by: Feli H.
Yes, the plate is removable on mine. There is an recessed Allen head screw in the mount plate. But if you want to use another companies proprietary plate I'd suggest you just buy a whole head from them. The mount plate for that would have to bolt on the same way. Personally I like the universal aspect of the Acra-Swiss system. I've converted all my tripods and mono-pods to that. 1 plate to rule them all!
Answered by: Mike R.
Date published: 2019-12-21

question

Will this head work on a Joby 3k gorilla pod?
Asked by: Carlos
I have not looked at the Gorilla Pod tripod, but the base on this ballhead is 1 1/2 inches in diameter. It is threaded for 3/8 x 16. I do not remember if a 3/8 to 1/4 inch adapter came in the box so if that is what the gorilla pod needs you will have to get that thread adapter.
Answered by: Dale E.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

I've recently bought a BE-117T head which is very good, anyhow it comes with a QR-20 quick release plate. In the first photo on this, it shows a QR-10 plate, in the last it shows a QR-20... What is the difference between the plates? Are the plates interchangeable?
Asked by: Cameron S.
Just noticed that the QR-10 is shorter than the QR-20... Is there any other difference?
Answered by: Cameron S.
Date published: 2019-12-21

question

What is the max tilt angle of the neck on the ball before it moves into the notch to do portrait shots?
Asked by: Steven
I would guess maybe 45, probably less. I use this for interiors and landscapes with an L bracket, so I never tilt very far either way.
Answered by: Ryan Patrick C.
Date published: 2019-12-21

question

How does the Arca Swiss secure to the camera? Is it a key, or do you need to use a coin or screw driver attach the ball head?
Asked by: Harvey
Remove the top plate which attaches to camera. Simply attach to camera base with screw which has a flip out turn handle. No need for coins, screw driver etc. very simple.
Answered by: William S.
Date published: 2019-12-21
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