The GIGH4383QD Series 4 Center Ball Head from Gitzo is an Arca-type compatible ball head that is compatible with Systematic 3, 4, and 5 tripods, has a load capacity of 66 lb, an independent panning lock for 360° rotation, and a height of 4.9". The head weighs 2 lb and has a tungsten disulfide coating to help keep the ball movement smooth while it minimizes sticking and slipping. A screw lock lock tightens down on the included quick release plate, and a bubble level helps maintain straight horizons in your images. To allow for precise adjustments, a friction control dial is integrated into the large locking knob.

Load Capacity: 66 lb    Height: 4.9"    Weight: 2 lb    Arca-Type Compatible Quick Release    360° Pan with Independent Pan Lock    Adjustable Tension Control    Bubble Level    Tungsten Disulfide Ball Coating    Portrait Angle Selector

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What is the ball diameter?

A: The ball inside Gitzo GIGH4383QD Series 4 Center Ball Head with Arca-Type Screw Knob QR Receiver is aproximately 54mm wide.

Q: 2. Is it compatible with Arca type L-Plates?

A: Yes, it is compatible with Arca style plates.

Q: 3. What is the diameter of the base?

A: Gitzo GH3382QD Series 3 Center Ball Head with Arca-Type Screw Knob QR Receiver has a base mount diameter of 59mm.

Q: 4. Hi there!Can you please tell me if this Gitzo GH3382QD Series 3 Center Ball Head (B&H # GIGH3382QD -MFR # GH3382QD)is compatible with the Gitzo Series 4 Systematic Traveler 6X Carbon Fiber Tripod (B&H # GIGT4552TS - MFR # GT4552TS)?Thank you very much!

A: Yes, will be compatible.

Q: 5. can you fit this head with a manfrotto tripod?

A: It should, as they have the same 3/8 stud as the Gitzo sticks.

Q: 6. Is this compatible with Gitzo GT3543LS tripod?

A: Yes it is

Q: 7. Will this Gitzo GH3382QD head work with the 5 series carbon fiber with a center post?

A: Yes, it will fit on a Gitzo Series 5 carbon fiber tripod with a center post. This model works with most Gitzo tripods from Series 2 and above.

Q: 8. Ive received this tripod head and the pan lock, when fully tightened, does not prevent the head from panning. Is this normal or a flaw in my unit?

A: Is it possible that you haven't secured the heads' anti-rotation set-screw located under the tripods' top-plate? This will prevent the head from twisting off the tripods' head-mounting screw.

Q: 9. Will the Gitzo GH1382QD fit on a Manfroto tripod?

A: This will fit any tripod with a 3/8" 16 mounting thread.

Q: 10. will this fit a Gitzo G1325 tripod?

A: Yes, the head will fit fine. But have a 3/8th standard connection.