Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit for WH-200

Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit for WH-200, your upgrade for the telephoto gimbal head

If you’ve been using your Wimberley Head Version II (WH-200) for a while and sometimes think, “There should be more to it than this,” then the Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit is pretty much exactly that missing piece. With this kit you convert your WH-200 from the classic swing arm with clamp into a side-mount telephoto head: more compact, lighter, more flexible.

Instead of the original swing arm you mount a vertically oriented 38 mm dovetail-style quick-release clamp that is Arca compatible. This lets you side-mount your telephoto lens, saving weight and at the same time reducing the packed size of your setup. For anyone who travels a lot, shoots wildlife, sports, birds in flight, or simply likes working with long focal lengths, this is a very practical upgrade.

Arca compatible, seamlessly integrated into your quick-release system

The Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit makes your WH-200 ready for Arca compatible quick-release plates and rails. The vertically mounted 38 mm dovetail-style quick-release clamp accepts common Arca-style profiles, so you can continue to use existing L-brackets, lens plates, or long rails. No crazy adapter tinkering, no exotic special solutions; you stay within a consistent quick-release system.

Especially if you have several cameras or lenses equipped with Arca compatible plates, this really pays off: camera on, clamp closed, done. We’d say it almost feels as if the WH-200 had been designed like this from the start. And if you ever want to go back to the original swing arm, it’s no big deal: the conversion can be reversed at any time.

Manufacture-grade build, precise mechanics for tough everyday photo use

The CK-100 conversion kit is not an off-the-shelf mass product, but feels like it’s been made in a traditional workshop: cleanly milled surfaces, precise edges, a clamp that closes solidly without sticking. You can tell that someone thought this through who knows how a telephoto head should feel out in the field, in the cold, with gloves on, at dawn when you’re still half asleep.

The vertically mounted quick-release clamp sits solidly on the WH-200 and provides a reliable side-mount for your lens. This lets you securely fix heavy telephoto lenses without anything twisting or slowly creeping downward. The mechanics are designed for longevity, which is especially important with frequent outdoor use. We’d almost say: this is more a tool than an accessory.

Made in USA, rugged quality for telephoto lenses and heavy setups

The Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit is made in USA and just as robust as you’d expect from professional tripod accessories from the States. The construction is matched to the Wimberley Head Version II (WH-200), so everything fits together cleanly and no improvised solutions are needed. For photographers working with long focal lengths, this combination of telephoto head and Arca compatible quick-release clamp is a very stable foundation.

In practical use this means: you can side-mount your telephoto lens, finely adjust the balance, and still keep a comparatively low overall weight. The CK-100 conversion kit helps ensure that your WH-200 remains not only stable but also pleasantly compact, which is a real advantage during transport in a backpack or carry-on luggage.

Side-mounted lens, more control over balance and handling

By converting to a telephoto head with side-mount, you noticeably change the handling of your WH-200. Instead of placing the lens from above into a swing arm, you slide it in from the side into the vertically mounted 38 mm dovetail-style quick-release clamp. This gives you more control over balance, especially with long telephoto lenses with tripod collars.

You can finely shift the position of the lens along the quick-release plate until the center of gravity is perfectly set. This way the telephoto head remains steady at any tilt and can be moved smoothly without you constantly having to fight against the weight. For precise panning, for example in wildlife photography or with fast sports subjects, this is a noticeable advantage.

Less weight, smaller packed size, ideal for on the go

A key aspect of the CK-100 conversion kit: you reduce the weight and dimensions of your Wimberley Head WH-200. By replacing the original swing arm with the slim quick-release clamp, the packed size shrinks significantly. In your backpack or camera bag you gain more space for an additional lens, a teleconverter, or simply for a bit less to lug around.

With a weight of only about 0.14 kg, the CK-100 itself hardly adds anything, but it brings a noticeable simplification in handling. Especially if you walk a lot, travel, hike in the mountains, or fly, this combination of reduced volume and high stability makes a real difference in everyday use.

Easy mounting and removal, conversion in just 2 steps

Mounting the Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit is intentionally straightforward. In just 2 steps you replace the original swing arm with clamp of the WH-200 with the Arca compatible quick-release clamp. You don’t need any special tools and you don’t have to spend hours studying a manual. It’s more like: quick look, think once, tighten, done.

Equally important: the conversion can be quickly and easily reversed at any time. So if you want to switch between the classic WH-200 configuration and the side-mount telephoto head, you can do so without much effort. This flexibility makes the CK-100 conversion kit particularly interesting for photographers who want to test different setups or vary them depending on the field of use.

Technical data, compact yet well thought out

So you know exactly what you’re working with, here are the key technical specs of the Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit for WH-200 at a glance, without frills:

• Clamp length: 2.5" (approx. 6.35 cm) for a secure, vertically mounted 38 mm dovetail-style quick-release clamp
• Weight: approx. 0.14 kg, light enough for travel, stable enough for heavy telephoto lenses
• Compatibility: specially developed for the Wimberley Head Version II (WH-200)
• Function: enables side-mounting of lenses with Arca compatible plates and rails
• Mounting: easy mounting and removal in just 2 steps, reversible at any time if needed
• Advantages: less weight and smaller dimensions compared to the original swing-arm configuration

Ultimately, the Wimberley CK-100 conversion kit transforms your WH-200 into a compact, precise telephoto head with side-mount that fits perfectly into a modern Arca quick-release system without forcing you to compromise on stability or ease of use.