Jobu Design BWG-M1 Micro Gimbal Ballhead Adapter

Jobu Design BWG-M1 Micro Gimbal Ballhead Adapter

Turn Your Ball Head Into a Lightweight Gimbal System

The Jobu Design BWG-M1 Micro Gimbal Adapter is a compact, innovative solution that transforms your existing Arca-Swiss compatible ball head into a fully functional gimbal system. Designed for nature, wildlife, and travel photographers, it delivers smooth, balanced telephoto handling without the need for a full-size gimbal head.

The Perfect Travel Companion

If you already use a quality ball head and tripod, the BWG-M1 allows you to expand your setup without adding bulk. Small enough to fit in your bag, it provides fluid motion for telephoto lenses while keeping your ball head available for wide-angle work.

Key Features

Ball Head to Gimbal Conversion
Quickly converts your Arca-Swiss ball head into a gimbal-style support, offering smooth tracking for telephoto lenses.

Compact and Lightweight Design
Weighs just 420g (15oz) and fits easily into small compartments—ideal for travel and mobile shooting.

Solid Billet Aluminium Construction
Machined from a single piece of CNC aluminium, delivering exceptional stiffness and durability.

Ultra-Smooth Tilt Movement
Equipped with needle roller bearings in the tilt axis for smooth, controlled motion—even with heavier lenses.

Adjustable Tension Control
Fine-tune tilt resistance with the variable tension knob, allowing precise control based on your setup.

Integrated Arca-Swiss Quick Release
Includes a built-in Arca-Swiss compatible clamp, ready to use with your existing plates.

All-Weather Handling
Features a rubberised control knob for secure grip in cold or wet conditions.

Optional Offset Adapter Available
Compatible with the ADPT-M1 offset plate, allowing further optimisation of balance when required.

Why Choose the BWG-M1?

The BWG-M1 is ideal for photographers who want gimbal performance without carrying a full-sized system. It allows you to:

• Travel lighter while maintaining telephoto control

• Use your existing tripod and ball head setup

• Achieve smooth panning and tracking

• Switch easily between telephoto and wide-angle shooting

Recommended Use

Best suited for setups up to 10lbs (4.5kg), including:

• 70-200mm f/2.8 or f/4

• 300mm f/2.8 or f/4

• 100-400mm zoom lenses

• 150-500mm zoom lenses

• 400mm f/5.6 or 400mm DO

Specifications

• Model: BWG-M1

• Weight: 420g (15oz)

• Dimensions: 8" x 4" x 2.5"

• Material: CNC-machined billet aluminium

• Tilt System: Needle roller bearings

• Mounting: Arca-Swiss compatible

Requirements

• High-quality Arca-Swiss compatible ball head with smooth panning

• Arca-Swiss lens plate or replacement foot (Jobu Surefoot recommended)

Important Compatibility Notes

• Not compatible with Manfrotto, Bogen, or proprietary plate systems

• Not recommended for cam-action (lever) clamps

• Ball heads must have a securely mounted clamp and smooth panning base

• Push-button safety catch clamps may not function correctly

• Stacking multiple adapters is not recommended

Ideal For

• Wildlife and bird photographers

• Travel photographers using telephoto lenses

• Photographers with existing ball head setups

• Users wanting a lightweight gimbal alternative

• Anyone needing portable, fluid telephoto support