Manfrotto 468MGRC3 Magnesium Hydrostatic Ballhead – Supports 35.3 lb (16kg)

Introduction

The Manfrotto 468MGRC3 is designed to meet the demands of professional photographers who require a light weight head but at the same time want to support heavy camera loads up to 35.3 lb.

The 468MG series uses a hydraulic system to lock the ball mechanism in place. Using hydraulics instead of a mechanical system produces a super-tight lock from a minimal turn of the locking knob, without sacrificing the smoothness of the ball’s movement when unblocked. To keep weight low, the head is made of magnesium; and to provide smooth movements the 2″ aluminum ball is Teflon coated. The oversized ball locking knob allows for easy control even when using gloves.

This head further offers a range of handy features: independent pan and tilt locks with a 360 pan movement; +90/-90 tilt movement; a graduated engraved panoramic base; and a calibrated adjustable friction control on the main knob.

The 468MGRC3 version uses the RC3 (3272) quick release plate, which uses the long sliding video-type plate that allows you enough room for maneuver to balance long heavy lenses safely above the center of gravity of the head/tripod, ensuring maximum support from your tripod even when your camera is off-horizontal.

Magnesium cast head, with 2″ aluminum ball, Teflon coated
Independent pan lock, with calibrated 360 panning bed
Oversized ball locking knob

Manfrotto 468MGRC3 Specs
Maximum Camera Supported Prosumer video, Large format, Pro SLR with super-telephoto lens
Load Capacity 35.3 lb (16 kg)
Height 4.7″ (11.9 cm)
Quick Release Yes
Spirit Level No
Tension Control Yes
Tripod Mount Thread Size 3/8″-16
Weight 1.8 lb (815 g)
Packaging Info
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 6 x 4.8 x 7.3″