The Manfrotto MH496-Q6 496 Centre Ball Head with Top Lock is a 530 g aluminum pro ball head with 10 kg payload, independent pan/friction/lock controls, 360° pan, −90°/+40° tilt, triple bubble levels, and Arca-compatible MSQ6PL top-load plate with safety pin—delivering precise, effortless framing for mirrorless or DSLR zoom rigs.
The Manfrotto MH496-Q6 496 Centre Ball Head with Top Lock is a 530 g aluminum pro ball head with 10 kg payload, independent pan/friction/lock controls, 360° pan, −90°/+40° tilt, triple bubble levels, and Arca-compatible MSQ6PL top-load plate with safety pin—delivering precise, effortless framing for mirrorless or DSLR zoom rigs.
MANFROTTO MH496-Q6
The ball head and Top Lock quick release make it easy to position your camera and use the Arca-compatible MSQ6PL plate.

The Manfrotto 496 Centre Ball Head upgrades creative control with three independent knobs: main lock for the ultra-smooth sphere, friction dial to pre-balance heavy lenses, and 360° panoramic lock for perfect horizons. The Q6 Top Lock system accepts the included MSQ6PL Arca plate from above, engaging an auto-safety pin before full lever lock—helping prevent the plate from sliding out. Triple bubble levels (pan + dual tilt) guarantee in-camera straightness, while the robust aluminum body (40 mm base, 11.5 cm height) supports 10 kg with ease.
| Manufacturer: | Manfrotto |
| Category: | Ball heads |
| Color | Black |
| Mounting | 1/4″-20 (M) · 3/8″-16 (F) · Arca-Swiss |
| Base diameter | 40mm |
| Panoramic rotation | 360° |
| Net weight | 530g |
| Payload | 10 |
| Weight | 0.5kg |
| Max height | 11.5cm |
| Type | Ball Head |
| Tripod payload | 10kg |
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