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Binding: ElectronicsBrand: Bogen EAN: 0719821197898 Item Dimensions: Label: Manfrotto Manufacturer: Manfrotto Maximum Weight Recommendation: 1740 hundredths-pounds Model: 488RC4 MPN: 488RC4 Publisher: Manfrotto Release Date: April 14, 2006 Studio: Manfrotto Features:
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Editorial Review: Product Description: Same as the 488 but equipped with a 410PL quick-release camera plate with a secondary safety catch and two spirit levels for precise leveling on either vertical or horizontal axis. The new 488RCO features a separate fast action ratchet lever for 360? pan and an easy to grip locking knob for +90?-90? tilt movements. Average Rating:
 Rating:  - Spend some more and get quality and longevityBogen/Manfrotto equipment is the poor man's solution in photographic equipment. That's fine. I got one because I was poor. But if I could afford better, I would get better. If we don't scrimp on the camera, why would we scrimp on the hardware that will keep the camera safe and steady? Moreover, the sad fact is that the parent company of Bogen/Manfrotto now owns most of the tripod business (Vinten and one of either Sachtler or Miller -- not sure which). I have had TWO Bogen/Manfrotto ... Read More Rating:  - Perfect match for 055XProB legsI researched the heck out of ballheads before settling on this one. I almost bought the 486RC2, but the more reviews I read, the more I heard about slippage problems with many DSLRS. Also, it lacks a separate panning control which SUCKS. I also looked at a lot of Slik Products, but couldn't really find what I was looking for. Either they weren't heavy duty enough or they were too much overkill. I think their round rapid connect plates are pretty cool though! I have owned ... Read More Rating: - Great Tripod HeadThis is great value for money. I have a 300mm lens that it supported without any noticeable shake or instability. Great product. Rating: - Excellent ballhead for 35mm DSLR camerasI am extremely happy with the 488RC4 ballhead. I use it with the Manfrotto 055XPROB tripod, a Nikon D80 DSLR camera, and primarily a Tamron 18-250mm zoom lens. This ballhead has the muscle to handle it all with excellent stability, ease of use, and great adjustability. I thought about going a step down because of cost, but I urge you to get this ballhead. It is definitely worth the extra money. Although I really don't use the two bubble levels, they are there for those that do use them. Rating: - Stable with a large plateI purchased this ball bead to go with a Manfrotto 055XPROB tripod. This ball head seems very solid for the few times I've used it in the past month. It's my 1st experience with a decent tripod system so I don't have anything similar to compare it to. This head holds my Nikon D300 with 24-70/2.8 lens (about 4-5 lbs. total) rock solid with the tripod's center column vertical or horizontal, and the ball head vertical or horizontal. The 2 bubble levels are a handy addition, although the one on the edge of the plate ... Read More |
