This XPRO Magnesium Ball Head from Manfrotto features an integrated Arca-type clamp and a MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate. Arca-type compatible quick release plates such as the MSQ6PL can be attached or removed from the Arca-type clamp located at the top of the ball-and-socket joint by tightening or loosening the clamp's locking knob. Within the recessed surface between the clamp's jaws is a retaining pin. This pin prevents an installed quick release plate from accidentally sliding off when the clamp is opened.

The XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate has a load capacity of 33.1 lb and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. By loosening this XPRO Magnesium Ball Head's primary locking knob, its ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swiveled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. Toward the ball head's base is a secondary locking knob that controls the ability to rotate the head 360°. An additional knob opposite the secondary locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements.

Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate which measures 2.8 x 2.2 x 0.4".

Load Capacity: 33.1 lb    Magnesium-Alloy Construction    Up to 90° Portrait Angle Tilt    Independent 360° Rotation with Lock    Ball-and-Socket Tension Control    Three Bubble Levels    Clamp for Arca-Type Quick Release Plates    MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate    1/4"-20 Mount

• 33.1 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 Arca-type clamp on top of on the ball-and-socket joint is compatible with Arca-type quick-release plates
• 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 knob for the ball-and-socket joint's movements
• Two bubble levels for landscape orientations and one bubble level for portrait orientations
• Durable, magnesium-alloy construction

• Compatible with Arca-type quick release clamps
• Measures 2.8 x 2.2 x 0.4"
• 1/4"-20 mount
• Durable, aluminum-alloy construction

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the total xpro ball head height when bent 90 downward?

A: The height with the head oriented vertically is 3 3/4".

Q: 2. Will the Peak Design Capture Clip V3 work with this head unit?

A: Wow you got me there, i just use it with a 3 legged thing L-bracket.

Q: 3. Is this ball head good for portrait work?

A: Yes, the Manfrotto MHXPRO-BHQ6 XPRO Ball Head with Top Lock Quick-Release System would be compatible for use and would be an excellent ballhead option for portraiture work.

Q: 4. will Kirk l-bracket for nikon d750 fit?

A: The Manfrotto XPRO Magnesium Ball Head with MSQ6PL Quick Release Plate has an integrated Arca-type clamp. So the Kirk L-Bracket for Nikon D750 is compatible.

Q: 5. Is it made in Italy being an Italian brand?

A: According to the information we have, our current inventory's Country of Origin is Italy. Please be aware this can change over the product's production life without notice.

Q: 6. Has anyone had any trouble with the quick release plate not having rubber on it? I noticed the 200PL has rubber to prevent slipping. Does the camera shift at all while attached to the plate?

A: I have had difficulty with slippage between camera/lenses and the plate. I don't like the design of these plates.

Q: 7. Does this head come with a quick release plate?

A: Yes

Q: 8. I have an old Bogen made by Manfrotto 3011 tripod. It has an old 3029 head. Will this this head work on the tripod?

A: My other tripod is a 3021 and I have had several Bogen heads on it, including this one. I would bet any tripod with a flat plate with approx 2 diameter and 3/8 stud will fit this head. I really like this ball head. And dis spite some reports the head works with RRS accessories.

Q: 9. will this fit on my older manfrotto tripod 3021pro?

A: Probably yes. you must know the diameter of the mounting screw and the number of threads per inch of both devices to get a correct answer or bring your tripod to the store.

Q: 10. Will this QR fit a the video style like the 501PL?

A: I don't think the 501PL will mount on top of any type of head because the top of the head is made to mount directly to a camera already and the threads are different between what the tripod attaches to the head and the mount to the camera. So I am not sure unless there is a thread difference between your video camera and for most cameras, because I notice that the 501pl has 2 different thread sizes on it, why you are wanting to mount the 501pl on top of this head. Because this head already has a quick release, so you won't need the 501pl.