The Hama Ball Head, height: 50 mm, is a compact adjustable head for photographers who need to position a camera or flash on a tripod or stand. It suits photographers working with lighter DSLR setups, as well as close-up photography and studio lighting where careful aiming helps achieve the desired composition or light direction.

A ball joint lets you adjust the mounted camera or flash by loosening the side locking knob, moving the equipment and tightening the knob again. This makes it straightforward to align a shot in portrait or landscape format. The head has a 1/4-inch camera screw, while its base accepts 1/4-inch or 3/8-inch tripod connections, giving it two common mounting options.

Key features

• Ball joint allows flexible positioning of a camera or flash.
• Side locking knob secures the chosen position after adjustment.
• Supports alignment for portrait and landscape shots.
• 1/4-inch camera screw fits a standard camera mounting point.
• Base has both 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch screw holes.
• Compact 50 mm height suits a small tripod or stand setup.
• 114 g weight makes it easy to carry with photo equipment.

Compatibility

The head is designed for tripods or stands without an adjustable head and is suitable for lighter-weight DSLR cameras with short to medium range zoom lenses. It can also hold a flashgun for studio positioning or close-up work. Good to know: Hama states that it is not suitable for lighter DSLRs when accessory motor drives are attached; check your camera’s mounting thread and your tripod’s base connection before buying.

In the box

• Hama 5014
• 1 ball head

Specifications

For a compact kit that needs flexible camera or flash positioning, this Hama ball head offers simple adjustment and two base thread options in a lightweight form.