Detailed Product Description

• Q-Balls are now lighter than ever. M10 is now weighing a mere 498g (1.1 lbs), and breaks the half kilo barrier. M10 is easily capable of handling a 90 lbs of load. This translates to a load/weight ratio over 80. No other competitors' products are even close to this performance.
• The progressive tension control provides an unmatched strength and smoothness without any "locking-up" problem by using the unique triple action biaxial controlling mechanism.
• The patent pending new fluid style main tension control knob provides precision handling, smooth operation, lighter weight and durability.
• Markins Q-Balls are the only ballheads with hard-anodized surface. A hard-anodized surface is so durable and scratch resistant that it is 30% stronger than stainless steel.
• The center bolt is now a precision machined titanium bolt. It is light weight but stronger than ever.
• Engraved degree markings for panoramic photography.
• The clamp knob is now captive style. It stops at a maximum opening. Not only it is more convenient, but it can't get lost by unscrewing off. It is smooth and released by less than 2 full turns, faster than any other competitors' clamp.
• The patented spring loaded detent pin prevents your valuable equipment from accidentally sliding out.

Applicable to all Markinsproducts, all the corners and edges are rounded by asuper-finishing barreling method. So it won't damage your valuable otherequipment.