Fotocom BK-45 gimbal tripod head

A gimbal-type tripod head designed on the basis of the Wimberley WH-200, built for heavy telephoto lenses in wildlife, bird and sports photography. By rotating the lens around its centre of gravity, the BK-45 lets you track fast-moving subjects with almost zero resistance, far more steadily and with more control than a traditional ball head with heavy lenses.

A 360° panning base with a graduated scale and a built-in compass provides precise panoramic positioning. A vertical balance adjustment lever with its own graduated rail lets you set the centre of gravity precisely up or down and then lock it in place. A tilt knob provides independent 360° rotation of the quick-release clamp for upward-facing or angled shots. All adjustments use intuitive counter-clockwise to release / clockwise to lock controls.

The Arca Swiss compatible quick-release plate allows fast lens changes, and the whole head is easy to assemble and disassemble for packing in the included carry bag.

Key features

• Gimbal design, balances heavy telephoto lenses at their centre of gravity
• 360° panning base with a graduated scale and a built-in compass
• Vertical balance adjustment lever with a graduated rail
• Independent 360° tilt adjustment through the upper joint bearing
• Arca Swiss compatible quick-release plate (¼" camera screw)
• ⅜" tripod base mount
• Aluminium alloy construction
• Maximum load capacity: 8 kg
• Dimensions: 210 × 210 × 70 mm
• Weight: 1.11 kg
• Carry bag included