Can I remove that circular tripod mount? Or is it permanently attached?
805360
It is permanently attached. There is room for a hacksaw to remove it without damaging the ring, but that's the only way it's coming off.
805361
I had no need to remove it, but inspecting this item close, I can see that there are two small Phillips screws that are holding the foot to the barrel.
805362
you can remove it by taking out 2 philips head screws. you would need to seal the holes to avoid light leaking in. the 2 screws may be long enough to interfere with light path to sensor.
805363
The tripod mount is held onto the adapter body by two very small screws. If you remove the screws, you would need to plug the holes (with shorter screws or gaffer tape) to avoid a light leak.
965970
Hello. Yes, the attached Slik SBH-100 ball head can be removed from the monopod itself, so any head with a 1/4"-20 mount can be substituted. Please let us know if you have any additional questions. Have a great day! Deven Morgan Event Cameras
1598183
While detachable from the tripod, I think the mount may not be interchangeable with other tripods. The mount is what is computerized. Yes the tripod and mount were included in the purchase.
1308202
You could unscrew the ball head and replace it with a pan head, but I doubt that you will be able to fully close the assembly to the same compact form that you get with the ball head.The portability of this tripod/head is usually one of the main reasons people buy it. You could always mount and unmounts the head for transport.
1400289
Yes, The ball head cann be replaced and the mount screw is 1/4" and 3/8th". I replaced mine to a manfrotto 482 (very small) head to make it even lighter. I have gone back to the original head for more strength. Love this tripod for travel!Herb Booth
516771
There is a screw golfing it on just lol any other camera tripod you can pan left to right but of you go to far left it will come off.
2242200
Actually the ball head is really easy to remove. You make sure the ball head knob is secure and so is the center column lock. Then grip the ball head and the center column and turn the ball head counter clockwise. I actually installed my Tripod Monopod Metal BALL HEAD Quick Release Plate By Fancier (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0047FHEMG/ref=oh_details_o02_s01_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1) within the first 15 mins of receiving the tripod.
1583935
It is not removable. And you don't want it to be, it adds much needed support when you put the camera down, otherwise the heavy metal lenses put strain on the camera. Always hold the camera at the adapter.
1993320
No, this not a permanent mount. You can use either suction grip or Velcro. I have taken mine off several times. It is a good mounting system.....no complaints at all.
317413
No. It has standard mounting screw (both sizes!) that screws into your tripod mounting hole. You CAN buy a ball head to allow swivelling. You can also put a quick release on it. But those are options.
962162
If you're referring to the baseplate that attaches to your camera, of course it's removable. But if you mean the body of the pistol grip, then no, there isn't any way short of a major rebuild that might allow that. If your goal is simply to use the Manfrotto plate, why not just mount the entire Manfrotto unit to the 1/4 20 screw on the Sunpak QR?
2077278
mine was as stiff as a rock and I still haven't been able to loosen it up. You can replace the handle/base/knobs as I used parts from another tripod for preference, but idk if the manufac. offers them.
1813332
As far as I know, you can't attach it to the tripod. Other than that, I haven't really used it. I found it too difficult to get the weight right.
602760
I really don't know. I've never used a tripod so not sure whether or not if would attach. Sorry.
1681882
Check youtube, there is a video where the guy actually uses velcro to attach the hood which makes it easily removable. He tossed the mount that would attach to the tripod threads
2153333
you don't have to remove anything. I have a QR plate on the bottom of the shoulder mount and I can just mount the whole thing onto my tripod
2037785
Actually, it has a hook, attached to an elastic band inside one left of the tripod. I've always wondered what it was for- you have now answered that question! The tripod is substantial- I've never felt the need for anchoring.