MANFROTTO 492LC Centre Ball Head

Aluminium construction providing high structural rigidity, impact resistance, and long-term durability for field operations.
Load capacity up to 4 kg, suitable for compact cameras, on-camera monitors, wireless receivers, LED fixtures, or auxiliary modules.
±90° tilt range and 360° pan rotation, enabling precise framing, angle correction, and rapid repositioning in tight or dynamic setups.
Reinforced mechanical ball-locking system ensuring secure hold with zero drift under continuous use.
¼" top screw interface, compatible with cages, monitor brackets, wireless systems, compact lighting units, and standardized accessories across film and photography workflows.
3/8" bottom socket, adaptable to professional tripods, grip arms, clamps, magic arms, lighting stands, or mounting plates.
Compact dimensions (approx. 76 mm height), making it ideal for rigs with limited space, mobile kits, sound carts, camera builds, or boom-mounted equipment.
Lightweight design (approx. 0.17 kg) optimized for portability without compromising stability or locking strength.

Professional Use Cases

Mounting field monitors on cinema cameras, DSLRs, mirrorless bodies, sound carts, or workstations.
Supporting lightweight cameras on secondary rigs, overhead builds, sliders, or motion-controlled systems.
Positioning wireless video transmitters, audio receivers, compact LEDs, or measurement devices on stands or clamps.
Integration into minimal and mobile setups for ENG, documentary, run-and-gun, multicam, or technical rigging tasks.
Situations requiring accurate orientation, rigid locking, and fast adjustments without additional tools.

Technical Specification Sheet

Material: Aluminium
Maximum Load: 4 kg
Pan Rotation: 360°
Tilt Angle: –90° to +40°
Locking System: Mechanical ball clamp
Top Thread: 1/4"
Bottom Thread: 3/8"
Height: approx. 76 mm
Weight: approx. 0.17 kg
Type: Compact professional ball head for mounting and rigging applications