--- product_id: 27010846 title: "XPRO Ball Head with 200PL Quick Release Plate, High Precision, Compatible with Photography Equipment, for Camera Tripod, for Content Creation" brand: "manfrotto" price: "€ 342.99" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Manfrotto" url: https://www.desertcart.be/products/27010846-xpro-ball-head-with-200pl-quick-release-plate-high-precision store_origin: BE region: Belgium --- # Triple locking system for max precision Magnesium body for lightweight strength (0.52 kg) Supports up to 15 kg payload XPRO Ball Head with 200PL Quick Release Plate, High Precision, Compatible with Photography Equipment, for Camera Tripod, for Content Creation **Brand:** manfrotto **Price:** € 342.99 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸŽ₯ Elevate your shot with precision and power β€” stability that professionals trust! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** XPRO Ball Head with 200PL Quick Release Plate, High Precision, Compatible with Photography Equipment, for Camera Tripod, for Content Creation by manfrotto - **How much does it cost?** € 342.99 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.be](https://www.desertcart.be/products/27010846-xpro-ball-head-with-200pl-quick-release-plate-high-precision) ## Best For - manfrotto enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted manfrotto brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Smooth Operator:** Polymer rings replace grease for silky, jerk-free camera movementβ€”no mess, just smooth control. - β€’ **Featherweight Power:** Magnesium construction keeps it ultra-light at 0.52 kg while holding heavy pro gear up to 15 kg. - β€’ **Rock-Solid Stability:** Triple wedge locking system eliminates drift and vibrations for flawless framing. - β€’ **Seamless Compatibility:** Includes genuine Manfrotto 200PL quick release plate, compatible with a wide range of accessories. - β€’ **Precision in Every Frame:** Dual leveling bubbles and friction control let you fine-tune your shot with surgical accuracy. ## Overview The Manfrotto XPRO Ball Head MHXPRO-BHQ2 combines cutting-edge engineering with lightweight magnesium design to support up to 15 kg of camera gear. Featuring a triple locking system, dual leveling bubbles, and friction control, it ensures rock-solid stability and precise framing. The included genuine 200PL quick release plate offers broad compatibility, making it the go-to choice for content creators and photographers demanding reliability and smooth, mess-free operation. ## Description The new XPRO Ball Head is the perfect union between innovative technical solutions and design. XPRO Ball Head features a new triple locking system which guarantees camera position stability, avoiding drifting thanks to three wedges which enclose and block the sphere. Its friction control helps the user balance the weight of camera equipment and, thanks to the two leveling bubbles, fine adjustments can be made with the locking knobs open. Moreover, its new polymer rings have substituted that unpleasant, messy grease, ensuring smooth, accurate and less jerky camera movement. XPRO Ball Head is extremely portable, lightweight and reliable thanks to its magnesium body: it weighs only 0.5 kg and can support up to 10 kg of payload. The new MHXPRO-BHQ2 comes with the Manfrotto 200 pl plate, the most widespread photographic plate. Specifications Attachment - 1/4-3/8" attachment type Bubble Spirit Level (no.) - 2 number Independent Pan Lock Lateral Tilt - -90Β° / +40Β° tilt range Material - Aluminium Magnesium Panoramic Rotation - 360 Degrees Plate Type - 200PL-14 Quick Release Safety Payload - 22.05 lbs Weight - 1.1 lbs Working Height - 4.53 in Review: Looks big on my Manfrotto 560B-1 monopod, but was a good solution for me...firmly holds a heavy lens and full frame DSLR - The tilting mount that came with my Manfrotto 560B-1 monopod would have been fine for 99.9% of shutterbugs, but every since I started using a ball mount for sports shooting with my tripod, I just couldn't do without that multiple-axis freedom of motion once I took ownership of a nice monopod. THIS was the solution. It's big, stout, and confidence-inspiring for sure. Yes, it looks almost too large when fitted to the end of a monopod, but it firmly holds any gear I latch onto it without fear of inadvertent movement when locked down. Also, when I rotate the knob to loosen it, this finely crafted item quickly allows the multiple-axis positioning I desire. One bonus item I did not discern from the item description is the extra, small knob with detents that adds a small amount of user-selected drag to the mount. It acts almost like an all-axis fluid mount, and maintains this drag (or friction) adjustment between securing the ball or releasing it. I am getting another one of these to replace the smaller stock ball mount on my Manfrotto Befree travel tripod. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the ball mount that originally came with it. In fact, that ball mount on the Befree is what got me into really liking how Manfrotto manufactures its ball mounts. It's just that the MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO (man, that's a long name) ball mount is that good for my purposes. One of these days I may purchase a newer, lighter weight combination in terms of lenses and camera body, but for now this Manfrotto mount is allowing me to continue using my heavier, older gear while being able to freely point and at the same time gain the stability (anti-shake) benefits that a monopod can provide. By the way, the Manfrotto 200PL plate that comes with this is the genuine Manfrotto article, and locks in securely. There are a lot of red chinese copies polluting the marketplace that look like a real Manfrotto 200PL plate, but I can tell you from personal experience that the red chinese copies generally have dimensional variances and do not lock in as securely as the genuine Manfrotto article. Your gear is too costly to risk by using a reverse-engineered red chinese pot metal item. If you need extra plates, spend the extra $10 per unit and buy only genuine Manfrotto 200PL mounting plates (desertcart offers them at a good price --- product LINK over here...) -->> Manfrotto 200PL-14 RC2 Rapid Connect Mounting Plate with 1/4-Inch 20 Screw - Gray ) Review: Solid and reliable - I use this as a ball head on my Fornax Lightrack II for astrophotography on a Slik Pro 700 DX tripod. I most often use a 400mm f/5.6L, and less frequently a 70-200 f/2.8L IS II, on a 5D Mark IV. Astrophotography is an an application that will make every last optical and mechanical deficiency in your equipment painfully evident to you. For a time, I used the Slik version, since I figured they make a good tripod, so the ball head should be good as well. What I found was that several of my exposures were affected by slippage - in most other forms of photography this would be hard to notice since it happens slowly and is slight, so quite possibly you will miss it between exposures. But when you want your stars to be round and sharp over minutes of tracking, you'll notice this rather easily. The move to this has been a significant upgrade and has gotten rid of all the slippage issues. I was initially worried before I purchased this that the knobs would interfere with the body of the tracker, but this has not been the case. Everything about this screams solidity. The quick release plate once tightened on to the lens is a very solid connection. Knob rotation and panning of the head is smooth. Most importantly, everything is secure - once you tighten the knobs, nothing moves, no matter the position or orientation. The fact that the plate is rectangular versus circular gives less opportunity for slip. That's exactly what I wanted, and exactly what I got. Objects at zenith are a bit hard to aim at, but that's something that comes with the application and not a fault of this ball head. The only "negative", and I use quotes advisedly, is that the quick release plate goes in only one way and can initially be a bit hard to mount especially in the dark. But once you get used to it, you'll find it works just fine. If your application is more casual photography, and can afford a few flaws in your shots from time to time, you'll probably save quite a bit by going to something cheaper. If you need something that is absolutely reliable, purchasing this or something like this sooner rather than later will save you a lot of frustration. ## Features - UNI Safety Payload means your gear is safer than ever. We updated how we measure payload for this product. Content on this page may differ from that on the box you receive; detail here is correct - LIGHTWEIGHT AND STRONG: It weighs only 0.52 kg, but can hold up to 15 kg of equipment thanks to its magnesium composition. For high-level performance - MAXIMUM PRECISION: The levelling bubble and the triple locking system maintain the selected framing with very high precision - SAFE: The triple block system makes this head particularly safe and also eliminates annoying shocks or vibrations due to clicks - COMBINABLE: This head mounts Manfrotto's hugely popular 200 PL plate, which can be used with a wide range of other accessories ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B011Z77P1S | | Aspect Ratio | Unknown | | Audio Recording | No | | Best Sellers Rank | #87 in Tripod Heads | | Brand | Manfrotto | | Built-In Media | MHXPRO-BHQ2 | | Color | Black | | Compatible Devices | Camera | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 930 Reviews | | Exposure Control Type | Manual (M) | | File Format | image | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00719821378297 | | Item Weight | 0.13 Kilograms | | Manufacturer | Manfrotto | | Manufacturer Part Number | MHXPRO-BHQ2 | | Maximum Weight Recommendation | 15 Kilograms | | Media Type | ProductImage | | Model Name | Manfrotto MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO Ball Head with Quick Release | | Model Number | MHXPRO-BHQ2 | | Screen Size | 4.53 Inches | | UPC | 750408394569 768421126937 770891367055 719821378297 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | manufacture | | Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Manfrotto - **Color:** Black - **Compatible Devices:** Camera - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 00719821378297 - **Item Weight:** 0.13 Kilograms - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Number of Packs:** 1 - **UPC:** 750408394569 768421126937 770891367055 719821378297 - **Unit Count:** 1.0 Count ## Images ![XPRO Ball Head with 200PL Quick Release Plate, High Precision, Compatible with Photography Equipment, for Camera Tripod, for Content Creation - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51N76+FlEhL.jpg) ![XPRO Ball Head with 200PL Quick Release Plate, High Precision, Compatible with Photography Equipment, for Camera Tripod, for Content Creation - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51PgT96YyJL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: what is mounting type to a tripod? Is it threaded? if so what is the size?** A: The mounting screw to camera- standard 1/4", tripoda side is 3/8" female connector. If nessesary you can buy an adaptor to adapt to 1/4" connection. **Q: does this head work on tripod mt190goa4tb, mt190goa4td, mt190xpro4, mt190xpro3 or mt055xpro3?** A: Yes, this fluid head will work great on any of the tripods you listed **Q: Will the 3wg work on the 055** A: I don't see why not. **Q: What is the difference between the manfrotto mhxpro-bhq2 xpro ball head with 200pl quick-release plate and the manfrotto xpro magnesium ball head wit** A: mhxpro-bhq2 xpro ball head - Shooting photo features xpro magnesium ball head - Shooting photo and video features (bulky and heavy) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks big on my Manfrotto 560B-1 monopod, but was a good solution for me...firmly holds a heavy lens and full frame DSLR *by H***Y on October 2, 2017* The tilting mount that came with my Manfrotto 560B-1 monopod would have been fine for 99.9% of shutterbugs, but every since I started using a ball mount for sports shooting with my tripod, I just couldn't do without that multiple-axis freedom of motion once I took ownership of a nice monopod. THIS was the solution. It's big, stout, and confidence-inspiring for sure. Yes, it looks almost too large when fitted to the end of a monopod, but it firmly holds any gear I latch onto it without fear of inadvertent movement when locked down. Also, when I rotate the knob to loosen it, this finely crafted item quickly allows the multiple-axis positioning I desire. One bonus item I did not discern from the item description is the extra, small knob with detents that adds a small amount of user-selected drag to the mount. It acts almost like an all-axis fluid mount, and maintains this drag (or friction) adjustment between securing the ball or releasing it. I am getting another one of these to replace the smaller stock ball mount on my Manfrotto Befree travel tripod. There is absolutely nothing wrong with the ball mount that originally came with it. In fact, that ball mount on the Befree is what got me into really liking how Manfrotto manufactures its ball mounts. It's just that the MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO (man, that's a long name) ball mount is that good for my purposes. One of these days I may purchase a newer, lighter weight combination in terms of lenses and camera body, but for now this Manfrotto mount is allowing me to continue using my heavier, older gear while being able to freely point and at the same time gain the stability (anti-shake) benefits that a monopod can provide. By the way, the Manfrotto 200PL plate that comes with this is the genuine Manfrotto article, and locks in securely. There are a lot of red chinese copies polluting the marketplace that look like a real Manfrotto 200PL plate, but I can tell you from personal experience that the red chinese copies generally have dimensional variances and do not lock in as securely as the genuine Manfrotto article. Your gear is too costly to risk by using a reverse-engineered red chinese pot metal item. If you need extra plates, spend the extra $10 per unit and buy only genuine Manfrotto 200PL mounting plates (Amazon offers them at a good price --- product LINK over here...) -->> Manfrotto 200PL-14 RC2 Rapid Connect Mounting Plate with 1/4-Inch 20 Screw - Gray ) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid and reliable *by A***N on January 14, 2018* I use this as a ball head on my Fornax Lightrack II for astrophotography on a Slik Pro 700 DX tripod. I most often use a 400mm f/5.6L, and less frequently a 70-200 f/2.8L IS II, on a 5D Mark IV. Astrophotography is an an application that will make every last optical and mechanical deficiency in your equipment painfully evident to you. For a time, I used the Slik version, since I figured they make a good tripod, so the ball head should be good as well. What I found was that several of my exposures were affected by slippage - in most other forms of photography this would be hard to notice since it happens slowly and is slight, so quite possibly you will miss it between exposures. But when you want your stars to be round and sharp over minutes of tracking, you'll notice this rather easily. The move to this has been a significant upgrade and has gotten rid of all the slippage issues. I was initially worried before I purchased this that the knobs would interfere with the body of the tracker, but this has not been the case. Everything about this screams solidity. The quick release plate once tightened on to the lens is a very solid connection. Knob rotation and panning of the head is smooth. Most importantly, everything is secure - once you tighten the knobs, nothing moves, no matter the position or orientation. The fact that the plate is rectangular versus circular gives less opportunity for slip. That's exactly what I wanted, and exactly what I got. Objects at zenith are a bit hard to aim at, but that's something that comes with the application and not a fault of this ball head. The only "negative", and I use quotes advisedly, is that the quick release plate goes in only one way and can initially be a bit hard to mount especially in the dark. But once you get used to it, you'll find it works just fine. If your application is more casual photography, and can afford a few flaws in your shots from time to time, you'll probably save quite a bit by going to something cheaper. If you need something that is absolutely reliable, purchasing this or something like this sooner rather than later will save you a lot of frustration. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality and Ergonomic design *by P***G on August 24, 2015* Only had this a very short time, my initial impressions - Solid build, a bit heavier than I expected, but feels likes it will hold up to some punishment. Really like how easily and securely the camera snaps into place, I think I'll be able to get the camera on in the dark. Panning works beautifully, the levers seem to be ergonomically designed and you can really feel when it locks down. I don't get the friction knob I can't seem to find a setting where it would be useful, but that could just be me not understanding. If you're reading this and its before 9/30/2015 I also purchased Manfrotto MT190CXPRO4 4 Section Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs with Q90 Column (Black) and found there is a rebate of $50/$25 off when you buy this ball head and also one of the 055/190 series tripod legs. If you go to manfrotto.rebateaccess the offer number is 63032 you can see the details. Going on a photo trip next month where I'll give this and the new legs a really good workout, I'll come back and update at that point with more real life experience. ## Frequently Bought Together - Manfrotto XPRO Ball Head with 200PL Quick Release Plate, High Precision, Compatible with Photography Equipment, for Camera Tripod, for Content Creation - Manfrotto 200PL RC2-System Quick Release Plate with 1/4"-20 Screw and 3/8" Bushing Adapter - Manfrotto 3-Section Camera Tripod, Carbon Fiber Photography Accessories, Travel Tripod for Content Creation, Professional Photography,MT055XPRO3 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.be/products/27010846-xpro-ball-head-with-200pl-quick-release-plate-high-precision](https://www.desertcart.be/products/27010846-xpro-ball-head-with-200pl-quick-release-plate-high-precision) --- *Product available on Desertcart Belgium* *Store origin: BE* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*