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Gitzo G-1178M Magnesium Center Ballhead 1 with G-2285MB Quick Release - Supports 8.8 lb (4 kg)

Gitzo G-1178M Magnesium Center Ballhead 1 with G-2285MB Quick Release - Supports 8.8 lb (4 kg)

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Gitzo G1178M Magnesium Center Ball Head 1 Gitzo G 1178 M Magnesium Center Ball Head 1 The Gitzo G1178M ballhead is light enough to travel with, but strong enough to carry loads up to 8.8 lb. With the G1178M's ergonomic design, it is easy and intuitive to use, while its advanced precision engineering guarantees high performance locking with a wide range of camera equipment. The G1178M offers excellent locking power for its size with a single lock for rapid and reliable locking in any position. This head features the G2285MB quick release system. This mechanism offers a secure locking system for the plate so equipment cannot accidentally fall off the head, even if it has not been locked down. To remove the equipment and plate, simply press the lock release button and slide the plate out. The non-keyed square plate ensures perfect alignment without having to worry how the plate fits on the adapter. Gitzo G-1178M Magnesium Center Ballhead 1 with G-2285MB Quick Release - Supports 8.8 lb (4 kg) Gitzo G1178M Photo>General Photo Equipment>Tripods>Tripod Heads>Ball Heads
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User Reviews for Gitzo G-1178M Magnesium Center Ballhead 1 with G-2285MB Quick Release - Supports 8.8 lb (4 kg)

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  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar EmptyStar Empty Posted: January 20 2010 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    gitzo makes the best tripods in the world, but their ballheads are not quite there yet.

    Good Ballhead, But Not the Best

    ...This is a good ballhead, but not as solid or as smooth as a Markins or RRS ballhead. I would suggest looking at the Markins Q3 or Markins Q3T before buying this product. Gitzo makes the best tri ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Full Posted: December 2 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    my main reason for buying it was light weight.

    Great ball head

    ...My main reason for buying it was light weight. I use it with a Gitzo G 026 and it is something that I have with me all the time.. Remember, the best tripod is the one you have with you when you n ... read more

  • Star FullStar FullStar FullStar FullStar Empty Posted: October 1 2009 review from Amazon User
    Pros & Cons :
    wanted a light, portable, yet strong system i could grow with for many years and true to gitzo form, i appreciate and enjoy this thing more every time i use it.

    My first tripod/ball head purchase...

    ...Having not used any other ball heads to be able to compare, the ball head still works very well. I keep the plate mounted on my d90 all the time now, and I'm used to the locks and features of the ... read more

Product Specs for Gitzo G-1178M Magnesium Center Ballhead 1 with G-2285MB Quick Release - Supports 8.8 lb (4 kg)

Feature: Made of high quality low weight magnesium. Maximum capacity 8.8 lbs Spirit level to ensure the head is perfectly level. Security locking system for the plate so equipment cannot accidentally fall off the head, even if it has not been locked down. To remove the equipment and plate, simply press the lock release button and slide the plate out. Non-keyed square plate. Keeping any side of the mounting plate parallel to the back or front of the camera ensures perfect alignment without having to worry how the plate fits on the adapter.
Category: Electronics
Brand: Gitzo
Label: Gitzo
Manufacturer: Gitzo
Product Group: Photography
Weight: 1 lbs
Part Number: G1178M
UPC: 719821245124
ASIN: B0006TOWL8
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