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Black Diamond
Camalot Z4

4.846473029045643 out of 5 stars
241 Reviews
$89.95
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Camalot Z4

Black Diamond continues to lead the charge on innovating camming devices. First there was the original Camalot, which still continues to be regarded as the gold standard of camming devices everywhere, and then they started lightening things up with the C3, X4, and current Ultralight models. Now, the Camalot Z4 replaces the X4 as Black Diamond's most technically advanced camming device specialized for smaller cracks like the splitters in Indian Creek, or even if you're going light and fast in the Bugaboos. Black Diamond designed the Z4 range of Camalots with BD's top trad athletes to ensure everything any climber could ever want in a cam. Finally, climbers can now squeeze a single-stemmed camming device without the stem bending over, and not just that, every different size has the same flex for a consistent performance. The heads are narrower than previous Camalots as well, and they're easier to place and clean in tighter constrictions. Black Diamond sandblasted the lobes for better holding power, and added a new Dynex sling with a unique colorway that's easier to pick out in a rack full of older Camalots.

Details

  • Another innovation to Black Diamond's best-selling Camalots
  • RigidFlex stem doesn't bend under tension while being retracted
  • OmniFlex construction ensures uniform flexes across all sizes
  • Narrower heads allow for tighter constrictions in smaller placements
  • Sandblasted lobes increase holding power
  • Dynex sling is slim, durable, and comes in unique colorways
  • Item #BLDZ97M
Placement Range
[0] 7.5 - 11.8mm [0.1] 8.8 - 13.8mm [0.2] [10.4 - 16.3mm [0.3] 12.4 - 22.6mm [0.4] 15.3 - 27.7mm [0.5] 18.8 - 33.9mm [0.75] 23.1 42.1mm- 42.1mm
Strength
[0] 5kN [0.1] 5kN [0.2] 6kN [0.3] 8kN [0.4] 9kN [0.5] 10kN [0.75] 10kN
Cam Lobes
4
Axle
dual
Stem
single
Claimed Weight
[0] 1.51oz [0.1] 1.58oz [0.2] 1.69oz [0.3] 1.9oz [0.4] 2.15oz [0.5] 2.71oz [0.75] 3.28oz
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year

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Overall Rating

5 based on 241 ratings

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5 Stars - 211 reviews

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5 out of 5 stars

April 11, 2025

Well done

Great action, lightweight and easy to place. BD cams for life!

Ryan O.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

April 8, 2025

Best small cams

I've tried many other brands and the Z4 continues to impress. The double-lobe sizes in particular are money. Lightweight, flexible, nice range. A+

Bryce U.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

4 out of 5 stars

April 7, 2025

The best (in some of the range)

Best on the market between 0. 3 and 0. 75. Below 0. 3, trigger action isn't great, time to bring back 0-000 C3s.

Ari O.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

April 2, 2025

Solid, fun little cams

No complaints here -- cams were easy to place, easy to carry. The tiny green dude inspired about as much confidence as a cam that size should. Place it thoughtfully!

Annie K.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

April 1, 2025

Camalot z4

Z4s are my go-to cams for any small sizes, offering a great balance of flexibility and stability. The stem design minimizes walking while remaining supple enough for tricky placements, and the lobes grip well even in less-than-ideal rock. I especially appreciate the trigger feel—it’s smooth and consistent, making placements and cleaning easier.

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Liam K.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 31, 2025

The standard.

You know what you’re doing. You know you need another. Pull the trigger.

Nathan E.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 28, 2025

I love the Z4

to me the Z4 is the perfect cam, sticky and flexy and looks a lil sexy

Blake C.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 19, 2025

BD gear just gets better

The tigger is easy to handle and responsive. BD is always my preferred choice.

Robert H.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

March 5, 2025

awesome as always.

Narrow head, flexible but not floppy, feels bomber.

Stephen T.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

5 out of 5 stars

January 21, 2025

Narrow head, double axel

Micro cams are the subject of heated discussion, but the Z4 is the clear winner in the 0. 3 size. Flexible stem and double axel with a narrow head width ticks all the boxes. When I sold my previous generation C4s and started carrying WC and DMM cams, the Z4s somehow stayed on my rack. I've fallen on a 0. 2 Z4 as the first piece off the belay with about 10' of rope in the system and it held with no signs of damage.

Leif M.
blackdiamondequipment.com

Originally reviewed on blackdiamondequipment.com

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