The T5S Alu-Mag Slim Waist Series Ball Head from Fotopro is an Arca-type head with a load capacity of 55.1 lb, and it weighs 0.9 lb. The 3.9" tall head has a screw locking knob for the clamp and three bubble levels to ensure your camera is leveled at each axis. The main locking knob locks and relocks, which controls the movement of the ball. At the same time, it enables you to place the camera at a 90° vertical tilt, and the independent pan lock allows you to rotate the camera a total of 360°. The head includes a quick release plate with a 1/4"-20 threaded camera mount.

Load Capacity: 55.1 lb    Height: 3.9"    Weight: 0.9 lb    Arca-Type Compatible    360° Pan with Independent Pan Lock    90° Vertical Tilt    Screw Locking Knob    3 Bubble Levels    Aluminum-Magnesium Construction    Includes QR Plate with 1/4"-20 Mount

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do I need accessories to be able to level the gimbal head?

A: The gimbal head has a level so that you can level your tripod using the bubble on the gimbal but a leveling base would be ideal to use in conjunction with this head. You can click on the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/2QEeZ43

Q: 2. Can a 600mmF4 be balanced well? The top plate seems a bit short in height to set the vertical plane to the center of the lens

A: Yes, a 600 mm f/4 lens can be balanced well.

Q: 3. Has anyone used this in cold climates? How smooth?

A: This head is smooth in colder climates.

Q: 4. I've read reviews that this head is built using very heavy grease that prevents it from moving more freely (e.g., when photographing moving wildlife). Some reviewers have even disassembled their head to replace the grease with significant improvements in performance. Has this been corrected on current copies?

A: We haven't had any reports regarding the E-9H not moving freely while in use thus far.

Q: 5. Is this gimbal compatible with the Nikon Z9?

A: The Fotopro E-9H can hold the Nikon Z9 with the appropriate telephoto lens that has a tripod collar.

Q: 6. Can the handle be removed?

A: Yes.

Q: 7. What is the total weight of the tripod and head?

A: The total weight is 2.84 lbs.

Q: 8. can it rotate on the nodal point of a 70-200mm lens for panoramas?

A: The Fotopro E-6H Eagle Series Gimbal Head may be capable of rotating on the nodal point of a 70-200mm lens, but it's not designed for panoramic photography, so there is no documentation of that.

Q: 9. Does this gimbal work on any tripod?

A: This would connect to any tripod that uses a standard base thread of 3/8.

Q: 10. Where is this made?

A: The following unit is made in China.