The Ultimate M2 Panoramic Head from Nodal Ninja makes it possible for you to produce high resolution single row or multi-row panoramic photos with long telephoto lenses up to 6.6 lb. This head is meant for photographers that already have a rotator, or panning base.  A tool kit with the necessary screws and hex keys for assembly as well as a carrying case are all included.

For Panoramic Photos    Supports Telephoto Lenses up to 6.6 lb    Modular Design    Start/Stop Intervals at 2.5 Degrees    Starting and Ending Positions    Laser Engraved Index Ring    Doubles as a Gimbal    2x Bubble Levels

The Ultimate M2 is a modular system, making it easy to upgrade from previous models or to models that will come after it.

The upper rotator has laser engraved start and stop indexes at 2.5° intervals making it easy to take just the right amount of images without taking unnecessary extra shots.

The upper rotator has adjustable friction so it can also serve as a gimbal head enabling you to smoothly rotate and tilt heavy telephoto lenses with ease.

Full bearing-loaded rotator for smooth and steady rotation.

2x bull's eye bubble levels allow you to level your head on both the horizontal and vertical planes.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. How does this compare to be RRS pano kits? Will it work well with RRS L-plates and lens plates?

A: The Fanotec Nodal Ninja M2 Ultimte Panoramic Head with RD8-II rotator is a great multi-row panoramic head! From our testing, the arca-swiss clamps on Nodal Ninja products has never had any issue with RRS, Kirk, or other arca-swiss products.

Q: 2. I am thinking of getting a Nodal Ninja panoramic head hit for a Nikon D800E and a Nikon 70-200 VRII. Is this the kit to get?

A: I feel the Nodal Ninja Ultimate M1-L With RD16 II Rotator Panoramic Head B&H # NOM1LRD16II MFR # F8102, would be a better choice.It can support more weight than the other one. And the D800E with the 70-200 lens is pretty heavy.

Q: 3. What's the difference between this and the M2 Giga? Is it just weight capacity?

A: M2 Giga is designed and made for Gigapixel Photography offering precise positive hard stops.

Q: 4. How does the head mount to this there is no screw shown?

A: This rotator will adapt to other ball heads but is specially designed for the Nodal Ninja Ultimate M2 Panoramic Head https://bhpho.to/3Cfxodv you can also use a Impact 3/8" to 3/8" Adapter Spigot https://bhpho.to/3ilQh6r

Q: 5. I shoot with a Canon 5D Mk III and a 70-200 lens. Will this product handle the weight?

A: The Nodal Ninja handles a lens weight of 6.6lbs and the Canon 70-200 weighs 3.3lbs.

Q: 6. Does this have to be attached directly to the tripod, or can it be installed on a RRS-BH-55 ball head? I used to have a similar setup with RRS that attached the levelling base to the ball head, and than the vertical/horizontal rails would be attached using the levelling base. This made it easier to switch between pano and regular photography? Does the RD8 II serve thr same function as the RRS levelling base did, and can it be attached to the RRS ball head (ball head is arca-Swiss type)?

A: The Nodal Ninja Ultimate M2 Panoramic Head With RD8-II Rotator does not come with a leveling base. It is recommended to use that with a leveling base only. A ball head will make it hard to level it.

Q: 7. Can I use a Fisheye with this head? What other items do I need to get to use it. I will be purchasing the Canon EF 8-15 f/4l Fisheye and want to get the correct pan head. Thanks.

A: Hi! I have same question. Did you use Canon 8-15 mm with this head? How did it work? Thank you

Q: 8. do you need Nadir Adapter and what is difference between 279.95 lower rotate d10 package and the one one with the adapter?

A: No, you do not need the Nadir Adapter. But the adapter which does come with the other D10 kit, https://bhpho.to/377PbX0 Is an acra-swiss style mounting bracket. It attaches to the vertical rail and clamps to lower rail of NN3 MK3 and NN6 allowing for 180° rotation of upper assembly.

Q: 9. Is this compatible with a Nikon D750?

A: This has a load capacity of 7.7lb. This will be able to hold the D750 with lighter lenses less than 50mm.

Q: 10. Will the Canon r5 fit this or is it better to get NN6?

A: While the Nodal Ninja 6 with Nadir Adapter would be a great option with more flexibility and would give you the ability to use a larger range of lenses, yes, the Canon EOS R5 Mirrorless Digital Camera and a lens up to 200mm would be compatible for use with the Nodal Ninja NN3 MK3 with Lower Rotator D10 Package.