Manfrotto 490 Centre Ball Head

The Manfrotto MH490-BH 490 Centre Ball Head is a lightweight aluminium ball head weighing just 0.19kg, designed for CSC and mirrorless cameras with a 4kg payload. It features a single ergonomic locking knob for full pan (360°) and tilt movements (-90°/+40° front and lateral), quick portrait positioning, and a secure RC2 quick release system including the 200LT-PL plate for fast and safe camera attachment.

This entry-level yet reliable centre ball head is crafted from durable aluminium for amateur photographers using compact system cameras (CSC) or mirrorless setups. Its standout simplicity comes from a single large knob that controls all movements, locking the ball for secure positioning while allowing smooth 360° panoramic rotation and generous tilt ranges (-90° to +40° in both front and lateral directions) for versatile framing, including quick switches to portrait orientation. The integrated RC2 quick release system ensures fast, safe camera mounting and removal with the included lightweight 200LT-PL rectangular plate, certified to high safety standards (UNI/PdR 1052021). Compact and ergonomic, this head prioritizes intuitive operation without independent pan/tilt locks or friction controls, making it ideal for quick setups and everyday photography.

Key Features

• Single ergonomic knob for easy locking and full movement control
• 360° panoramic rotation with smooth ball operation
• Wide tilt range for flexible framing and fast portrait positioning
• Secure RC2 quick release system with included 200LT-PL plate
• Lightweight and compact design for portability
• No independent pan or tilt locks (single control for simplicity)
• No friction or drag adjustments

• Ball head body, 200LT-PL quick release plate.

• Weight 0.19 kg
• Material Aluminium
• Working Height 9 cm
• Base Diameter 40 mm
• Front Tilt -90° / +40°
• Lateral Tilt -90° / +40°
• Panoramic Rotation 360°
• Plate Type 200LT-PL (quick release)
• Top Attachment 1/4 screw
• Head Type Ball Head
• Color Black
• Maximum Working Temperature 70°C
• Minimum Working Temperature -30°C
• Easy Link No
• Friction Control No
• Pan/Tilt Drag None
• Independent Pan/Tilt Lock No