Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate

Introduction

This Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head features an integrated RC2 quick release cam lock and a 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate. Compatible quick release plates 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 compatible quick release plate from accidentally disconnecting.

The 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate has a load capacity of 17.6 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8″-16 mount. By loosening the head’s primary locking knob, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. A recessed dial set within that locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint’s movements. Along the opposite side of the ball head, a secondary locking knob controls the ability to rotate the head 360.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4″-20 mount can be connected to the 200PL-PRO quick release plate, as well as 3/8″-16 threads via an included bushing adapter. The plate is also compatible with separately available tripod heads that feature an Arca-type clamp.

494 Center Ball Head
17.6 lb load capacity
Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8″-16 mount
Uses ball-and-socket joint to help maximize pan-and-tilt flexibility
Ball-and-socket joint provides 360 of swivel control, is tiltable down to a 90 angle, and can be locked into place
Integrated RC2 quick release cam lock
Primary locking knob allows ball-and-socket joint to be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position
Secondary locking knob allows head to rotate 360
Dedicated tension control dial for the ball-and-socket joint’s movements
Durable, aluminum-alloy construction

Manfrotto 494 Specs
General
Head Type Ball Head
Base Mount 3/8″-16 Female
Camera Mounting Screw 1/4″-20 Male & 3/8″-16 with Bushing
Quick Release Plate Type Arca-Type, RC2
Load Capacity 17.6 lb / 7.98 kg
Number of Bubble Levels None
Friction Control Yes
Independent Pan Lock Yes
Material Aluminum
Pan & Tilt Range
Lateral Tilt -90 to +40
Vertical Tilt -40 to +40
Panning Range 360
Physical
Ball Sphere Diameter 1.26″ / 32.0 mm
Dimensions H: 3.9 x W: 1.6″ / H: 10.0 x W: 4.0 cm
Weight 10.6 oz / 300 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight 1.12 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH) 5.25 x 4.9 x 3.7″
Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate