# VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base

Base: The VANGUARD BH-45 is a compact ball head for travel tripods and monopods, with a stated 3 kg load capacity and a supplied quick-release plate. Its 201 g listed weight suits lighter camera setups, while the manufacturer identifies mirrorless and small DSLR cameras as intended uses.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: VANGUARD
- Model: BH45
- Category: Electronics > Cameras & Photography > Tripods & Stabilizers
- Price: 35.00 GBP
- Previous price: 50.00 GBP
- Discount: 30%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T09:55:20.817Z

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## At a glance

- CNC-machined aluminium construction and 33mm base are aimed at compact travel tripods and monopods.
- A stated 3 kg load capacity is intended for mirrorless and small DSLR cameras.
- Arca-compatible quick-release plate is supplied, with a ¼-inch D-ring screw.
- The ball and pan movements share an oversized locking knob, according to the product description.
- The manufacturer describes a spirit level for framing control.

## Pros

- Listed at 201 g, which keeps the head's added weight low for a travel setup.
- The included QS plate and thread adaptor support camera attachment and compatible tripod or monopod mounting.
- The 3 kg stated capacity gives a clear reference for assessing a lightweight camera and lens combination.

## Cons

- The stated 3 kg capacity limits its stated suitability to lighter camera setups rather than heavier rigs.
- Ball and pan locking are described as combined, rather than using a separate pan-lock control.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: VANGUARD
- Model: BH45
- Compatible device: Camera
### Capacity and compatibility
- Maximum load: 3kg
- Base diameter: 33mm
- Quick-release compatibility: Arca compatible
- Quick-release plate screw: ¼ inch D-ring screw
- Mounting thread: standard 3/8” thread with a 1/4" adaptor
### Dimensions and weight
- Listed dimensions: 5D x 7W x 8H centimetres
- Height: 8cm
- Weight: 201 Grams
### Construction and finish
- Material: Aluminium
- Colour: Black
### Other listing details
- Screen size: 8 Centimetres
- Country of origin: Myanmar

## Before you buy

- The listing's 8 Centimetres screen-size field appears alongside a ball head and conflicts in context with the separate 8cm height claim. Treat screen size as an unconfirmed catalogue field, not a display specification. The listed dimensions are also supplied in an unusual format, so check the physical fit and mounting thread against your tripod before buying.

## In the box

- Tripod head (Included)
- QS quick-release plate (Included)
- Thread adaptor (Included)

## A good fit for

- Photographers assembling a lightweight travel tripod or monopod setup.
- Owners of mirrorless or small DSLR cameras whose complete load stays within the stated 3 kg capacity.
- Buyers seeking an Arca-compatible quick-release plate and a 33mm-base head.

## Less suited to

- Heavier camera and lens combinations that exceed the stated 3 kg capacity.
- Buyers who need a separate pan-lock control.

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the stated load capacity of the VANGUARD BH-45?
The listing states a 3 kg maximum load and identifies mirrorless and small DSLR cameras as intended uses. Check the combined camera and lens weight against that limit.
### Does the BH-45 include a quick-release plate?
Yes. The manufacturer’s box list names a QS plate, and the product details describe an Arca-compatible quick-release plate with a ¼-inch D-ring screw.
### What tripod or monopod mounting thread does it use?
The product description states that it has a standard 3/8” thread with a 1/4" adaptor. Confirm that this matches your support and its removable head.
### Does it have an independent pan lock?
The description says the ball and pan movements use a combined oversized locking knob. It does not describe a separate pan-lock control for this model.

## Images

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 1](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/3Qw2FLIRHb9G54Iaev87Zjq7Yd01OiA2SXlGnCMtGzZhpGpqIBAs_gSGEH1R2TeZ_Fx6u3kwGsAly-mrkVIl_WMzDXTIn3henznpTw_rEz_ztw6b-jWUYuWX.jpg)

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 2](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/qPnN7Vpya-rCFq7IWeyx1hfz8tr9udno9ChV_0cm4sUDkyTOqtDGlwL6YKlEj-_LD9hnFrKczVsULe6l--dXSaeRiI1SWX3duGoXpWW4jWRfjeNzc0WK-GAv.jpg)

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 3](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/6g-Z8KQFMI-YSTfGgxnBLxOG5jwqeYiWxxRAgrwb4WXnJAOAQae_nQD_6xVvIvcHO8nC_Kp7xRMqgNLW5v_sU4L--WjCLiu1sC0su2wWUSlTqMUZ1cYbobZ5.jpg)

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 4](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/CR10RqDREeL4hOH01mFZrRet1BnIF2uP09FoZIrRvufrOopoRBqVGK2AnjSoKmu7n0Bhh4yky3xnTZcY1MqDc7caCnS4t4tnhx9MQ4GRyHVNwSZkzBQ8Zwrf.jpg)

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 5](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/bCDUfqjw3HhdgyUTkG_GsYDXeWygcw6Xdjp5DT0inGyeJKUTYV_HvtxlpWrbo8KDG8hI0S9MEY1Ly6U3cbAl1hL-bZmJUNHdp7i6lzba4JRTtnXdBvSwwlmH.jpg)

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 6](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/BFQm3D_PE9n40m_dRkRWNTihfL2K-GGh8GGDPWxngOernVGQKS9lXxxxtzCTti0D_vLcjTjCeWnASSq_DQPOB8PSWIqNObNrTZNQGJp_YCxHtD8gElHI6Amd.jpg)

![VANGUARD BH-45 Ball Head, 33mm Base — 7](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/i/hQScjjlM4hx2VhBuXwRkUl0jvdec6x8E_mXSFGsgjij2Dwt0aaCR4Hl119HM_E6FTonYSj-OndrbuaWBmUnFQIg6DQqijF-Nv4HweUz2L3ZGLkutHNUjXIVy.jpg)