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FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever (Silver Edition) with silver anodized lever clamp

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FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever (Silver Edition) with silver anodized lever clamp

Versatile All-Rounder for Photographers

The FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever (Silver Edition) with a silver anodized lever clamp is the perfect companion for photographers who demand the highest flexibility and stability. Thanks to its innovative ball-in-ball design, it offers versatile applications, whether as a classic ball head, telephoto tilt head with spring balance, or for single-row panoramas. Weighing only 0.499 kg and with a maximum load capacity of 9.5 kg, it is both lightweight and robust.

Functionality of the Ball-in-Ball Design in Detail

The unique ball-in-ball design of the FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever allows you to precisely align your camera without sagging. The inner ball offers a tilt range of -33°/+33°, while the outer ball covers a range of -90°/+55°. This construction ensures a firm horizon and minimizes parallax errors in panoramic shots.

Use as a Classic Ball Head

As a classic ball head, the FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever offers high flexibility in positioning your camera. The self-lubricating bearings of the balls allow for smooth and precise adjustments without the need for additional lubricants. The bidirectional lever clamp ensures a secure attachment of the camera.

Use as a Telephoto Tilt Head with Spring Balance

When used as a telephoto tilt head, the built-in spring balance plays to its strengths. Especially with heavy telephoto lenses, such as the Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II or the Nikon 300mm f/4E AF-S PF ED VR NIKKOR, the weight is optimally balanced. The tilt and swivel mechanism only functions as intended with the lens mounted.

Use for Single-Row Panoramas

For single-row panoramas, the FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever offers a 360° panorama axis, enabling smooth and seamless transitions. The firm horizon ensures that your shots remain distortion-free and precise. A spirit level supports the exact leveling of your camera.

Compatibility and Material

The FLEXSHOOTER Mini Lever is compatible with a variety of lenses, including models from Canon, Nikon, Sony, Sigma, Olympus, and Fuji. The 38 mm dovetail cross clamp is Arca-style compatible, allowing easy coupling with corresponding clamping profiles. Made from high-quality aluminum and stainless steel, the silver anodized surface guarantees durability and protection against external influences.

Notes for Optimal Use

Please note that the clamping profiles should be at least 55 mm long and have safety stop screws on the underside of the plate. The locking knob for the tilt should not be tightened too much to ensure optimal clamping. Do not use lubricants for the balls, as they are self-lubricating.

Ball Ø / mm
  • 55
Base Ø / cm
  • 5,4
Finish
  • anodized
Height / cm
  • 8,0
Material
  • Aluminum
  • Stainless steel
Pivoting range / °
  • Inner ball: 360
  • Outer ball: 360
  • Panoramic axis: 360
QR base fits
  • ARCA SWISS compatible (according to manufacturer) 38 mm dovetail
  • Berlebach dovetail
  • Flexshooter 38 mm dovetail
  • Kirk dovetail
  • Pro Media Gear dovetail
  • Really Right Stuff dovetail
  • Wimberley dovetail
Special features
  • Levelable 2-way tilt/tele tilt, your tripod does not need separate leveling
  • TIP: when using cameras with heavier wide-angle lenses, the use of a nodal point rail can be useful for ideal balancing. However, this should not protrude forward beyond the lens
  • The tilt of the inner ball forwards and backwards is absorbed by a spring mechanism
  • medium sized
  • suitable for panorama
  • with bidirectional clamp
  • with built-in 2-way-tilt
  • with lever clamp
Spirit level bubble
  • 1 x circular level
Tilt range / °
  • Inner ball: -27/+27
  • Inner ball lateral: 0/0
  • Outer ball: -90/+55
Tripod Thread
  • 3/8" UNC
Tripod head type
  • 2 Wege Neiger
  • Kugelkopf
  • Tele-Neiger
Weight / kg
  • 0,499
clamp release type
  • Cross clamp (bidirectional)
  • Lever release
  • Screw locking
for Canon Lenses
  • Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS II
  • Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS III
  • Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS USM
  • Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 L IS
  • Canon EF 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6L IS II
  • Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 L
  • Canon EF 300mm f/2.8 L IS USM
  • Canon EF 300mm f/2.8L IS II USM
  • Canon EF 300mm f/4L IS USM
  • Canon EF 400mm f/5.6
for Canon RF lenses
  • Canon RF 70-200mm f/2.8 L IS USM (2019)
  • Canon RF 100-400mm f/5.6-8 IS USM (2021)
  • Canon RF 100-500mm f/4.5 - 7.1 L IS USM (2020)
  • Canon RF 200-800mm f/6,3-9.0 IS USM (2023)
for Fuji Lenses
  • Fuji 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 R LM OIS WR XF
  • Fuji 150-600 mm f/ 5.6-8 R LM OIS WR XF
for Nikon Lenses (non Z)
  • Nikon 70-200mm f/2,8G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR
  • Nikon 70-200mm f/2,8G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR
  • Nikon 70-200mm f/2,8G ED VR II AF-S NIKKOR
  • Nikon 70-200mm f/4G ED VR AF-S NIKKOR
  • Nikon 200-500mm f/5,6E ED VR AF-S NIKKOR
  • Nikon 300mm f/2,8G ED VR II AF-S NIKKOR
  • Nikon 300mm f/4E AF-S PF ED VR NIKKOR
  • Nikon 500mm f/5.6E PF ED VR NIKKOR
for Nikon Z Lenses
  • Nikon Z 70-200mm f/2.8 VR S (2020)
  • Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S NIKKOR (2021)
  • Nikon Z 180-600mm f/5.6-6.3 VR NIKKOR (2023)
  • Nikon Z 400mm f/4.5 VR S NIKKOR (2022)
  • Nikon Z 600mm f/6.3 VR S NIKKOR (2023)
for Olympus / OM SYSTEM Lenses
  • Olympus 100-400mm f/5.0-6.3 M.ZUIKO ED IS
  • Olympus 150-400mm f/4.5 M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED TC1.25X IS PRO
  • Olympus 300mm f/2.8 ZUIKO DIGITAL ED
  • Olympus 300mm f/4  M.ZUIKO DIGITAL ED IS PRO
for Sigma lenses
  • Sigma 100-400mm f/5-6,3 DG OS HSM / Contemporary
  • Sigma 120-300mm f/2,8 DG OS HSM | Sports
  • Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM
  • Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6,3 DG OS HSM / Contemporary
  • Sigma 150-600mm f/5-6,3 DG OS HSM / Sports
for Sony Lenses
  • Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II FE [SEL70200GM2]
  • Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 GM OSS II FE [SEL70200GM2] (2021)
  • Sony 70-200mm f/2.8 G SSM II [SAL70200G2]
  • Sony 70-200mm f/4 G OSS FE [SEL70200G]
  • Sony 70-200mm f/4 G OSS FE [SEL70200G] (2014)
  • Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS FE [SEL100400GM]
  • Sony 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS FE [SEL100400GM] (2017)
  • Sony 200-600mm f/5,6–6,3 G OSS FE [SEL200600G] (2019)
  • Sony 300mm f/2,8 G SSM II [SAL300F28G2]
  • Sony 300mm f/2.8 G [SAL300F28G]
  • Sony 400–800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS FE [SEL400800G]
maximum payload / kg
  • 9,5
note
  • ATTENTION: locking clamp lever. If the outer ball is not clamped when the lever is in place, pull it out axially and turn it counterclockwise while idling. Re-engage the lever and then turn it clockwise.
  • ATTENTION: the 3/8" mounting thread is 8mm long, if screws longer than 8mm are screwed in, the ball will be damaged!
  • ATTENTION: the clamping profiles used should be at least 55mm long and preferably also have safety stop screws on the underside of the panel!
  • ATTENTION: the return spring of the inner ball is designed for operation with a load, so the tilt and pan mechanism only works as intended when the lens is mounted on the Flexshooter.
  • ATTENTION: the tilt locking knob must not be tightened too much! Optimum clamping takes place well before this.
recommended for
  • Action & Sports photography
  • Architecture photography
  • DSLM
  • DSLR
  • Landscape photography
  • Long Lens Photography
  • Macro photography
  • Panoramic photography
  • Travel photography
  • Tripods with 3/8" UNC thread
weight compensation
  • yes, built-in spring balance for tilt movement

Information on the EU General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR)

Manufacturer information:
Bentwire Kft.
Majalis köz2 
2072 Zsambek / Ungarn
info@ballhead.eu
https://ballhead.com