Gitzo GH4383L4 Series 4 Aluminium Centre Ball Head Lever Version Quick Release D

Gitzo’s Center Ball Heads are extremely balanced and versatile heads, engineered and developed to be the ideal complement to Gitzo's top of the range tripods. This new range represents the state-of-the-art in the heads' field, focusing on ultimate smoothness and precision of the movement and locking.

The GH4383LR Series 4 Ball Head (lever version) is a heavy-duty tripod head ideal for large telephoto lenses, engineered to ensure the ultimate in smoothness and precision of movement.

Though weighing-in at less than 1kg, it securely holds an impressive 30kg load – effortlessly handling a CSC or DSLR equipped with a 400-600mm lens. The unit perfectly complements Gitzo’s Series 3, 4 and 5 Systematic tripods. This size head is available in both lever and screw plate lock configurations – this is the lever version.

The Series 4 Ball Head has a larger super-smooth coated hollow-sphere ball ensuring confident and comfortable use with heavier equipment, even in extreme conditions and temperatures from -30° to 70°C. It is rich in features: friction control for precise adjustment; bubble level to help keep a true horizon; 360° independent panning lock provides uncompromisingly smooth movement in a fluid cartridge; and short-rotation fast lock assists in getting the perfect shot at a moment’s notice.

The whole ensemble is precision manufactured using the highest-quality materials – including high-tolerance steel and aluminium components - designed and precision-made in Italy. Supplied with Gitzo D profile plate, the head is also compatible with Arca-Swiss style plates from other brands.

* Patented zero-drift locking system supports up to 30kg payload
* Ideal for professional longer lenses and heavy cameras
* Maximum smoothness and precision friction system
* Dedicated pan axis thermo-stable fluid cartridge
* Pairs with with series 3, 4 & 5 Systematic tripods

Colour: noir décor
Plate lock configuration: lever
Quick release: yes
Plate type: D-profile QR 1/4'' (included plate GS5370DR)
Top attachment: 1/4”
Base diameter:  60mm
Panoramic rotation: 360°
Front tilt: -90° / +40°
Lateral tilt: -90° / +40°
Independent pan lock: yes
Independent tilt lock: yes
Ball friction setting: yes
Working height: 12.5cm
Safety payload: 30kg
Weight: 0.9kg