Acratech Long Lens Head - Standard Clamp 1160

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Although the Acratech Long Lens Head is designed primarily for long telephoto lenses, the indexable clamp features a knob below the clamp which allows it to rotate and lock into different positions, it will allow the long lens head to be used with cameras that do not have a lens with a tripod collar.
When the Long Lens Head is used with the camera body attached directly to the head nearly all camera positions are accessible.
The Long lens head should not be considered as a replacement for a ballhead for general photography but it does allow the photographer who is primarily shooting long lenses to not have to carry a second tripod head into the field for occasional shorter lens shots.

Acratech Long Lens Head Features :

• Will solidly support 600 f4.0 lenses.
• Eliminates the need to carry a large, heavy gimbal head.
• Provides easy, smooth balance for long lenses.
• Weighs less than 1 lb (.45kg) with quick release clamp.
• Large 18mm (.708”) bullseye level
• Fully adjustable tension control.
• Precision C.N.C. machined.
• Compatible with Kirk, Arca, R.R.S., and many other QR plates.
• Beautiful satin black anodized finish.
• Fits all standard tripods (1/4-20 and 3/8-16 threads).
• Engraved degree markings.
• Solid precision feel.
• Made in U.S.A.
• All knobs are secured so they cannot vibrate loose and fall off
• Indexable clamp features a knob which allows it to rotate and lock into different positions

YouTube Videos :

Scott Dordick from Acratech explains the Long Lens & Panoramic Heads here >>