Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 sp with Quick Release

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The Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 sp (Single Pan) Ballhead builds on the success and popularity of their B-series ballheads. Z-Series ballheads are just as elegant and even more perfect. The size and weight of the ball heads have been significantly reduced. The ball and fastening are now assembled using a patented bayonet mount. Various accessories can thus be quickly mounted to adapt the tripod as required. In addition to the proven patented Arca-Swiss features including aspherical ball heads axial clamping and PMF (progressive motion related friction control) the Z-Series also boasts new technical developments and optimized materials and coatings. The Z series can withstand an incredible 130 lb (59 kg) off-axis. This model is the sp version which features a single panning base. The Z1 head is also available as the dp version with a double panning design. Ever since their introduction over forty years ago the Arca Swiss Monoballs have been at the forefront of quality and performance. Today their unique shape (an ellipse rather than a sphere) is still what separates them from all others. With other ballheads no matter how good the tension modulation you invariably will need to increase the tension control as you move the load away from the center. This is because gravity has a greater effect on gear when not perfectly level.

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Model	801103, 801104
Max. Capacity	Above 20 Pounds
Select	With Quick Release

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★★★★☆

4.0

Good Ballhead... But, be careful!

"I chose this model over the Kirk B1 or RRS BH-55, simply because I could get it from B+H along with everything else and save on the shipping to Canada. This ballhead is nicely manufactured and the lock mechanism is solid. Generally it works beautifully; now for the bad news. I'm a wildlife photographer so I bought this, along with a Gitzo 3530LSV and a Wimberley Sidekick to hold a Canon 500mm f/4 on a Canon 20D..." Read Full Review »

Jan 19, 2008 by HDL

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"I bought this to replace my Manfrotto 488 ballhead because I wanted to use Arca Swiss plates on my camera bodies as well as my lenses to simplify things and I had read the rave reviews. It is a good ballhead but not any better than my much cheaper 488. The panning lock knob is very small and looks flimsy. It also bothers me that the arrangement of the locking screw for the qr plate and the slot for turning a ..." Read Full Review »

Jul 21, 2007 by Bill R

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Simply Superb!!

★★★★★

5.0

"This Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 SP w/Fip-Lock is simply the best tripod head that I've ever used. Having tried so many different heads for the past 20 years, I must say that this ballhead is the answer to all my previous problems!

The ballhead is very light-weight, strong, extremely silky smooth, and …" Read Full Review »

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Silky smooth ballhead!

★★★★★

5.0

"There's a reason why this ball head is always backordered. Compared to a Gitzo ball head I owned...well, there really is no comparison. The Z1 is silky smooth and locks extremely tight (with no issues at all!) I use the Z1 with RRS plates, a Markins tripod base, and a Gitzo 3530. It's an amazing set …" Read Full Review »

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Arca-Swiss Monoball Z1 Single Pan

★★★★★

5.0

"I've used an Arca-Swiss B1 for years, and recently purchased the Z1. Same smooooth, fluid action and reliable tension control, in a smaller package. I HIGHLY recommend Arca-Swiss monoball to any serious photographer. Treat it right and it will reward you for years to come. I use L-Brackets on my cam …" Read Full Review »

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Arca Swiss Monoball Z1 w/Flip-Lock

★★★★★

5.0

"The best ballhead on the market today. I had the RRS BH-55 and the Markins before but this one is better (and cheaper) than any of these two. The RRS BH-55 has an excellent workmanship but the smoothness of the ballhead does not compare to the Arca Swiss Z1 and also a lot bulkier. The Markins is ver …" Read Full Review »

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