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Description
Make bird photography and video shooting more comfortable with “BV-HEAD”
Do you have any of these concerns?
・Gimbal heads are heavy and difficult to carry
・Ball heads are unstable with telephoto lenses
・The horizon shifts during video shooting
▶ This single unit solves all of these problems.
“It’s heavy, bulky, and inconvenient...”
This product was born from a photographer’s remark.
BV-HEAD achieves stable operation like a video head
by intentionally adding limitations to a ball head.
✔ Can be used as a ball head
✔ Transforms into a video head only when needed
✔ Reduces weight without increasing gear
“Markins Q10iQ-BK + BV-14 Set” is a set including
BV-HEAD BV-14 and
Q10iQ-BK Ball Head.
By attaching the BV-HEAD, your ball head becomes
a video head capable of pan and tilt operations.
■ Achieves stable shooting
By controlling vertical and horizontal movement, your footage maintains level and vertical alignment.
Even with telephoto lenses, it suppresses shake and enables smooth tracking.
■ Center-of-gravity balance design
Aligning the equipment’s center of gravity reduces load and improves stability.
■ One-touch attachment/removal
The BV-HEAD can be easily attached and removed. Once detached, it functions as a standard ball head.
■ Surprisingly lightweight
BV-HEAD: approx. 236g
Ball head: approx. 499g
▶ Significantly lighter than a gimbal head
▶ Ideal for hiking and long trips without added burden
Bird photography and video shooting—traditionally difficult with ball heads—
become comfortable with this compact and lightweight BV-HEAD.
BV-HEAD Lineup Comparison
Both the BV-14 Set and BV-24 Set share the same concept, but the optimal model depends on your use.
| BV-14 Set (This product) | BV-24 Set | |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Lightweight, compact, and easy to handle | High stability, suitable for large equipment |
| Weight | 236 + 499 = 735 g (1.62 lb) | 238 + 552 = 790 g (1.74 lb) |
| Compatible Equipment | 100–400mm / 150–600mm class | Lenses over 6.6 lb (3kg) |
| Mobility | ◎ Excellent | ○ Slightly heavier |
| Stability | ○ High | ◎ Very high |
▶ For lightness and mobility → BV-14 Set (This product)
▶ For stability and large equipment → BV-24 Set here
Installation Procedure
▶ Watch the video
Specifications
Product Name |
Q10iQ-BK + BV-14 Set for Bird & Video Shooting (Medium Format) |
Manufacturer |
Markins |
Model |
BV14SET |
BV-HEAD Model |
|
Weight |
0.49 lb (220 g) |
Dimensions |
4.17 x 3.07 x 2.36 in (106 x 78 x 60 mm) |
Stopper |
BS-12 |
Weight |
0.04 lb (16 g) |
Dimensions |
1.73 x 0.55 x 0.79 in (44 x 14 x 20 mm) |
Ball Head Model |
|
Load Capacity |
100 lb (45 kg) |
Weight |
1.10 lb (499 g) |
Ball Diameter |
1.73 in (44 mm) |
Base Diameter |
2.44 in (62 mm) |
Height |
3.86 in (98 mm) |
Ball Lock System |
progressive |
Torque |
200 lbf・in (225 kgf・cm) |
Friction Control |
Adjustable |
Panning |
Available |
Panorama Scale |
Yes |
Quick Release |
※
The vertical tilt limiter stopper is detachable.
※
The color of the bumpers attached to the BV-HEAD body and stopper may change without notice.
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Delivery Time
Basically, we will ship within 3-5 business days.
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If shipping is delayed due to a temporary stock-out, we will contact you by the next business day.
Shipping
Shipping cost is 3,000 yen.
Since the items on this site are shipped internationally from Korea, import duties and consumption taxes may be levied locally at the delivery destination.
Since the items on this site are shipped internationally from Korea, import duties and consumption taxes may be levied locally at the delivery destination.
Returns
If you receive defective items or products other than what you ordered, we will accept returns or exchanges. Please be sure to contact us within 7 days of receiving the merchandise. If merchandise is returned without prior notice, we will not be able to accept the return, so please take note.
Please also note that we cannot accept exchanges or returns in the following cases:
- More than 7 days have passed since the merchandise arrived.
- The merchandise package has been opened (including accessories).
- The appearance of the merchandise differs from the image.
- The merchandise has been worn or used.
- The merchandise package has been damaged.
- The merchandise has been scratched or soiled due to customer handling.
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