JOBY BallHead 3K
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Color | Red |
Brand | Joby |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Product Dimensions | 2.56"D x 2.36"W x 2.76"H |
Item Weight | 5.12 ounces |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 3 Kilograms |
About this item
- Quick Release Mounting Plate
- Full 360° Panning and 90° Tilt
- Bubble Level for Precise Orientation
- Works with Joby Pro-Level Accessories
- Load Capacity: 6.6 lb
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Sturdiness | 5.0 | — | 4.7 | 4.5 | 3.7 | 4.7 |
Quality of material | 5.0 | — | 4.6 | 4.5 | — | 4.8 |
Value for money | — | — | 4.7 | 4.6 | 3.3 | 4.6 |
Light weight | 4.7 | — | 4.6 | 4.1 | — | — |
Stability | — | — | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.6 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | SmallRig | PICTRON Direct | Photo Guard | Amazon.com | JUSMO Official |
compatible devices | Camera | Cellphone, Camera, Camcorder | Camera | Camera | Camera | Camera, Tripod, Monopod, Slider |
max. recommended weight | 3 kilograms | 2 kilograms | 22 pounds | 8 kilograms | 20 milligrams | 20 kilograms |
weight | 0.32 pounds | 188 grams | 0.26 pounds | 439 grams | 0.97 pounds | 192 grams |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.5 x 3 x 2.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 5.1 ounces |
ASIN | B074WG2L7J |
Item model number | JB01513 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #191 in Tripod Heads |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 17, 2017 |
Manufacturer | Joby, Inc |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
JOBY. INNOVATION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS.
JOBY creates well-designed, revolutionary products that inspire the creative and active lifestyle. They believe that a great design starts with a user-centric approach, is functional yet playful, and enhances people's lives. Welcome to the Joby experience. CONTENT CREATOR GAME CHANGER
So, you create pro-level content using compact equipment? Well, have we got a ballhead for you! The BallHead 3K is designed for DSLR and mirrorless cameras and devices weighing less than 3Kg (6.6lbs). It features 360° panning head and 90° tilt for precise positioning and pairs perfectly with the GorillaPod 3K stand. CRISPER PHOTOS, SMOOTHER VIDEOS.
Pair your JOBY BallHead 3K with pro-level accessories, including GripTight PRO Mounts, GorillaPod Arms and Hub Adapter that allow for mounting GoPro adapters, flash clips, lighting and microphones. Stabilize your images, for a crisper, clearer click as you expand your photography and videography with JOBY. GET STABLE.
JOBY is changing the content creation game for good. This premium ballhead is capable of holding 3Kg DSLR or mirrorless camera with lens weighing less than 3Kg (6.6lbs) with a ¼-20 tripod mount. This portable and compact ball head measures at 2.56 x 2.36 x 2.76 in. and can fit in seamlessly into your kit. COMPATIBILITY OPTIONS.
Made out of durable, yet lightweight ABS plastic, TPE Grip pads, and stainless steel, the JOBY BallHead 3K will never let your camera down. Designed for cameras and action cams, such as GoPro, weighing up with 6.6lbs (3Kg), with a standard ¼-20” universal screw.
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Customers like the usefulness, ease of use, and smoothness of the camera support. For example, they mention it provides the exact functions they need, it's easy to mount and dismount the camera, and has a buttery smooth dampening movement. Some appreciate the quality, appearance, and quick release. That said, some complain about the weight.
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Customers like the quality of the camera support. For example, they say it's heavy duty, works great, and is made of great material. Some say the head and cradle are made out of really nice metal, and are smooth and secure.
"...in are plastic, bit its not a huge deal though because that feels solid as well...." Read more
"Absolutely love it!! I’m glad it went with this one excellent quality. The level was the selling point for me when using with my phone...." Read more
"...oh well. These are amazing ballheads, just not as amazing as I had hoped. Pretty much don't have these fight gravity and you'll be fine!" Read more
"...Without it, you really can't use the tripod and you'll save $20. It works very well, the level is helpful and it has a quick release button...." Read more
Customers like the smoothness of the camera support. They mention that the base has a buttery smooth dampening movement that works well for their needs. They also like how smooth the adjustments are on this unit, making free motion. They appreciate the smooth and fluid knob that tightens the whole unit. Overall, customers are happy with the smooth performance of this camera support and recommend it to others.
"...tripod head has no problem holding my camera in place and it doesn't move around at all. This has one of the best knobs I've ever felt...." Read more
"...Basic ball head movement when I want it but steady when I don't...." Read more
"...However, when the tension is released the base has a buttery smooth dampening movement that works very well for object tracking...." Read more
"...adjust ball motion and the rotation with one adjustment knob - makes free motion and locking it securely and ease...." Read more
Customers find the camera support easy to use. They mention it's easy to install and use, and has given them no trouble. Customers also appreciate the art of simplicity to functionality, and mention it makes it easy to mount and dismount the camera.
"...I love the art of simplicity to functionality and this meets both of those. Highly recommended" Read more
"simple tripod head which is easy to use. Using it with my Sony A7C for quick swap over the camera from tripod to camera bag" Read more
"...with a built in level that is quite secure making it easy to mount and dismount the camera...." Read more
"...with lightweight objects, has never gotten stuck (seized) and given me no trouble. For the price, you can't go wrong." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the camera support. They mention that it is a very cool ballhead mount.
"...This ballhead is fantastic. The actual ball and cradle are made out of this really nice metal...." Read more
"...Other than that, I'm totally happy with it. Looks great too." Read more
"This is a great ball head. I purchased one awhile back for my YouTube and twitch setup. I like how smooth the adjustments are on this unit...." Read more
"Nice and useful" Read more
Customers appreciate the quick release feature of the camera support. They mention that it has a quick release button and the top pierce can remove for quick release.
"...Snap in quick release. Almost all quick release options require an additional knob to tighten down...." Read more
"...It works very well, the level is helpful and it has a quick release button...." Read more
"...Has a bubble level thing. And the top pierce can remove for quick release." Read more
"I love the quick release feature." Read more
Customers find the camera support useful, providing the exact functions they need. They also say it's smooth, intuitive, and makes using a Gorillapod so much nicer.
"...It is small enough to keep the setup nimble yet provides the exact functions I needed...." Read more
"...Using it is smooth and intuitive, and makes using a Gorillapod so much nicer...." Read more
"Perfect for my needs" Read more
"Nice and useful" Read more
Customers like the adjustability of the camera support. They say it gives them more flexibility and the degrees of freedom on this thing are amazing.
"The degrees of freedom on this thing are amazing. Just a small twist of the knob and it becomes rock stable. A great product for camera enthusiasts." Read more
"...Specially when it gives you a lot more flexibility from your gorillapod, than the one you have if you screw it directly." Read more
"Adjustable and will hold my Canon camera secure." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the weight of the camera support. They mention that it is very heavy and bulky.
"...my camera was too heavy for the boom arm AND this ball head in that position. maybe it only supports this in certain positions...." Read more
"...Seriously stay away from this. Does not do good with weight at all. Thankfully I had insurance on my camera." Read more
"...For my sony A5000 it works like a charm. It makes it look a little bulky but if you’re trying to even your shots they work well." Read more
"...It is very light weight and small and won't add much weight when carried around...." Read more
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Long version: I recently got the Switchpod for my Canon M50 and wanted a ballhead/quick release plate that did three things:
1) Small size. The whole point of the setup is to stay small and nimble so I didn't want a large, complicated ballhead with lots of knobs. I wanted a ballhead/quick release that felt right at home on top of the Switchpod.
2) Snap in quick release. Almost all quick release options require an additional knob to tighten down. I wanted something that I could snap in easily.
3) Basic ball head movement when I want it but steady when I don't. Most of the time this will be locked in to basic landscape orientation. But I did want to be able to change the angle or go into portrait orientation for the few times that will happen.
I am happy to say, this seems like the perfect answer to all my requirements! I think this is a must add for anyone who has a Switchpod. I plan on getting a second just so I can have the same snap-in quick release on my monopod as well.