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Manfrotto 492 micro ball head with cold shoe mount, aluminium finish

Manfrotto

Manfrotto 492 Micro Ball Head with Shoe Mount

SKU CH-XV2M-04821

A lightweight aluminium ball head with a cold shoe and 1/4" screw mounts a monitor to a camera and supports 8.82 lbs

  • Product typeTripod
  • Lightweight aluminium body for easy transport
  • Supports up to 8.82 lbs of equipment
  • Single ergonomic knob controls pan and tilt
  • Cold shoe mount attaches camera quickly
  • 1/4" screw fits external monitors

Manfrotto 492 Micro Ball Head

This lightweight aluminium ball head connects a camcorder to an external monitor for videographers who need a portable yet sturdy support. It mounts on standard tripod legs and provides a cold shoe plus a 1/4 inch screw for monitor attachment.

Payload capacity and movement control

The head supports equipment weighing up to 8.82 lbs and uses a single ergonomic knob to lock both pan and tilt simultaneously. This simplicity speeds up repositioning but offers no independent friction adjustment for heavy or off-centre loads.

Integration into a video rig

A cold shoe accepts the camera while the universal 1/4 inch thread secures a monitor, keeping both devices on one compact platform. Builders needing separate pan and tilt locks or a higher weight rating will require a larger head.

How it compares

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Price $87.99
Cheaper than about 60% of the 194 comparable items (median $108.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameManfrotto
Product typeTripod

Questions about this item

Will the 4 kg payload capacity support my existing camcorder and an external monitor on top?

The head is rated for up to 4 kg or 8.82 lbs total load. Weigh your camcorder plus the monitor and any accessories; if the combined weight stays within that limit the head will hold them securely.

How can I confirm the single ergonomic knob is locking both pan and tilt correctly after I mount the gear?

After tightening the knob, grip the mounted equipment and try to move it in any direction. There should be zero play or drift — both the horizontal rotation and the vertical tilt must stay fixed in the position you set.

Does the package include the 1/4" screw for the monitor, or do I need to buy that separately?

The universal 1/4" screw for attaching an external monitor is included. The cold shoe mount for the camera is built into the head, so no extra plate or adapter is required to start shooting.

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