Benro Unveils Premium NBBH Series Ball Heads: German Precision Engineering Meets Innovation!

June 17, 2025 Ben Jones

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Three New models added to the range designed by NOVOFLEX deliver exceptional smoothness and reliability for photographers from compact to professional setups.

, Benro Unveils Premium NBBH Series Ball Heads: German Precision Engineering Meets Innovation!

Benro today announced the UK launch of its revolutionary NBBH Series Ball Heads, a premium collection of precision-engineered camera support solutions developed in collaboration with renowned German manufacturer NOVOFLEX. With three models in the range, this represents Benro’s most advanced ball head offering, combining Germanic engineering excellence with innovative features tailored for today’s demanding photography workflows.

The NBBH Series marks a significant milestone in Benro’s product development, bringing together NOVOFLEX’s legendary precision manufacturing expertise with Benro’s deep understanding of photographer requirements across all skill levels. Each model in the range delivers exceptional smoothness, rock-solid stability, and the reliability that has made German-engineered camera equipment synonymous with professional excellence.

Three Models for Every Photography Discipline

The NBBH Series comprises three carefully engineered models, each optimised for specific camera and lens combinations popular among UK photographers:

The NBBH2 supports camera setups up to 5kg, making it ideal for compact systems such as the increasingly popular Fujifilm X100VI and similar rangefinder-style cameras. This model perfectly addresses the growing trend towards high-quality compact photography equipment favoured by street photographers and travel enthusiasts.

The NBBH3 handles loads up to 8kg, positioning it as the perfect companion for premium rangefinder systems such as Leica cameras paired with standard lenses – a combination cherished by discerning photographers seeking the ultimate in image quality and handling refinement.

The NBBH4 supports substantial camera and lens combinations up to 12kg, specifically engineered for medium format systems like the Fujifilm GFX range or full-frame cameras paired with professional telephoto and zoom lenses essential for wildlife and sports photography.

German Engineering Excellence

“The collaboration with NOVOFLEX represents our commitment to delivering the highest standards of precision engineering to photographers,” said, Mark Hoskins Channel Marketing Manager. “German manufacturing has long been associated with exceptional quality in optical and mechanical engineering, and this partnership allows us to bring that legendary precision to our customers at every level, from enthusiast to professional.”

The all-metal CNC machined construction ensures ultra-smooth operation and long-term durability, whilst the precision ball lock mechanism with tension adjustment provides photographers with the fine control necessary for critical framing and composition work.

Innovation Meets Practicality

Beyond traditional ball head functionality, the NBBH Series incorporates several innovative features designed to enhance the photography experience. Dual panning capability, featuring independent top and bottom rotation, enables seamless panoramic photography – particularly valuable for landscape photographers.

Three vertical tilt notches allow instant switching to portrait orientation at multiple angles, addressing the growing importance of vertical format imagery for social media and digital content creation. The sophisticated pull-and-twist Arca clamp system securely locks cameras and lenses whilst offering removable clamp functionality for maximum versatility.

A particularly innovative feature is the hidden Allen key storage system, which reveals a spring-loaded thread conversion (3/8″-16 to ¼”-20) when the Arca clamp is removed. This allows direct camera or lens attachment without requiring a mounting plate – a feature that will appeal to photographers seeking the most rigid possible connection between camera and support.

Addressing Modern Photography Workflows

The NBBH Series has been developed with keen awareness of how photography workflows have evolved. The growing popularity of hybrid stills/video shooting, the increased adoption of medium format cameras, and the trend towards high-quality compact systems have all influenced the design philosophy.

Street photographers will appreciate the NBBH2’s smooth operation and compact profile when working with systems like the Fujifilm X100VI in urban environments from London’s bustling markets to Edinburgh’s historic streets. Portrait and wedding photographers using full-frame systems will find the NBBH3’s 8kg capacity and precision control ideal for their demanding requirements.

Wildlife and sports photographers, who increasingly rely on large telephoto lenses and medium format cameras for maximum image quality, will benefit from the NBBH4’s substantial 12kg load capacity and rock-solid stability essential for critical focus and framing.

Premium Build Quality

Each NBBH Series model reflects the premium CNC machining standards for which German engineering is renowned. The precision manufacturing ensures consistent, smooth operation throughout the product’s lifespan, whilst the all-metal construction provides the durability essential for professional use in demanding conditions.

The attention to detail extends to the user experience, with controls that provide tactile feedback and adjustment mechanisms that maintain their precision even after extended use. This build quality addresses the requirements of professional photographers who depend on their equipment performing consistently across thousands of shots and varying environmental conditions.

About the Partnership

The collaboration with NOVOFLEX represents Benro’s commitment to delivering world-class engineering standards to the global photography community. NOVOFLEX’s reputation for precision mechanical engineering, combined with Benro’s extensive experience in camera support solutions, has resulted in a product range that sets new standards for ball head performance and innovation.

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