Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod Head Version II
The Wimberley Head is a specialized gimbal tripod head for telephoto lenses. Its gimbal head type design allows you to easily support and manipulate very large lenses for tracking birds and animals.. Since its introduction in 1991, the Wimberley Head has become the industry standard for serious nature photographers.
The Wimberley Head Version II offers the same stiffness, capacity, and fluid movement of the old version in a more compact and lightweight package. The head’s redesigned panning base has zero play, and the pan locking knob has been moved to the side of the head, thus allowing the user to easily operate both knobs with the same hand. New lobed “soft-touch” knobs provide a more comfortable grip and perform better when using gloves.
In addition to the above improvements, Wimberley has examined all aspects of the head, tightening tolerances, improving friction materials and so forth. Our goal has been to make this head functionally and aesthetically better in every way than the old version and competing products.
Features:
- Over 100lbs Load Capacity
- Made in USA and Assembled in Charlottesville, VA
Compatible With:
Tripod Plates:
- Wimberley AP-452 LOW PROFILE Replacement Foot for
- Nikon 400 f/2.8 AF-S (I & II) and VR (I & II)
- Nikon 600 f/4 AF-S II and VR (I & II)
Tripod Compatibility
The Wimberley Head Version II will fit virtually any tripod, monopod, window or ground pod with a 2 inch (5 centimeter) or larger flat mounting platform and 3/8”-16 mounting stud. The bottom mounting surface of the panning spool is approximately 1.94 in (5 cm) in diameter. If your tripod has a ¼”-20 mounting stud, you can purchase our 3/8”-1/4” brass reducer bushing (BS-100- $3) to insert into the mounting hole of the Wimberley Head, and this will allow you to mount the Head to your tripod. For large lenses (300mm f/2.8 or bigger), the Wimberley Head is ideally mated with the Gitzo line of professional Systematic tripods for maximum stability (see our tripod recommendations). Tripods with center columns are not recommended because they tend to introduce additional flex into the system, which can compromise image quality especially at longer focal lengths. If your tripod has a center column, we recommend that you do not extend the column when using the Wimberley Head.
Lens Compatibility
The Wimberley Head Version II will adjust to fit virtually any telephoto lens with a rotation collar. It is ideally suited for large lenses (300mm f/2.8 or bigger). Some lenses may require the use of a replacement foot to balance properly on a gimbal head due to the fact they have relatively taller stock feet. Please check the lens plate recommendation chart for requirements. The following lenses require special consideration:
Optional Accessories (Sold Separately):
- Wimberley PO-100 Gimbal Head Pouch
- Wimberley F-9 Head Version II Bracket
- Wimberley RB-100 Riser Block
- Wimberley CK-100 Sidemount Conversion Kit
- Wimberley SP-WH-001 Gimbal Head Platform
Dimensions:
9.3 x 3.5 x 9.9"
Weight:
3.15 lbs
Materials:
Aluminum
Product SKU:
WH-200
In The Box:
Wimberley WH-200 Gimbal Tripod Head Version II with Quick Release Base
Limited 10-Year Manufacturer Warranty
Note: The WH-200 has a built-in Arca-Swiss style quick-release clamp. In order to use the head, your lens must be equipped with an Arca-Swiss style lens plate.
