LocalHero1953 Posted November 26, 2020 Share #21  Posted November 26, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) 13 hours ago, vikasmg said: Would it be too much trouble to post a picture of your Acratech and Markins side by side - when you can spare the time? Here you are:  Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315495-tripod-head-recommendation/?do=findComment&comment=4087465'>More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted November 26, 2020 Share #22  Posted November 26, 2020 https://leicastoremiami.com/collections/highline-medium-ballhead  Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315495-tripod-head-recommendation/?do=findComment&comment=4087492'>More sharing options...
Photoworks Posted November 26, 2020 Share #23  Posted November 26, 2020 (edited) here is another suggestion https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08214FBKX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Movement is less then on a ball head.  I have been using if for a few months and it works great for micro adjustments . I was using the bento 3 way gear head "Benro 3-Way Geared Head (GD3WH)". but it is not so fine-tune and stable Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited November 26, 2020 by Photoworks Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315495-tripod-head-recommendation/?do=findComment&comment=4087494'>More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 26, 2020 Author Share #24  Posted November 26, 2020 1 hour ago, LocalHero1953 said: Here you are:  Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Thank you so much.  That's not as big a difference in size as I thought! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 26, 2020 Author Share #25  Posted November 26, 2020 1 hour ago, WeiterWinkel said: I'm very happy with the Gitzo GITGH1382QD on my Gitzo tripod. For a few years I had a Markins (don't know the model), but the Gitzo is way better, smooth to adjust and easy to block. Thank you.  That's a lot like the one I have at present though mine doesn't have that friction control.  I agree, it's been a very solid product even though I can't figure out what's causing my present problem. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 26, 2020 Author Share #26  Posted November 26, 2020 22 minutes ago, Photoworks said: here is another suggestion https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08214FBKX/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o08_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Movement is less then on a ball head.  I have been using if for a few months and it works great for micro adjustments . I was using the bento 3 way gear head "Benro 3-Way Geared Head (GD3WH)". but it is not so fine-tune and stable Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Thank you, this does look interesting because for macro work that bit of fine adjustment can be very useful.  But I think I'd find the constrained angular movement too restrictive for my use. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 26, 2020 Author Share #27  Posted November 26, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) 1 hour ago, LocalHero1953 said: Here you are:  Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Is that the Acratech GPSS or GP Ball-Head?  The GXP seems to be a modified design.  It can take a 50lb load while as the other two take 25lb (which should be fine for me.  The GPSS seems a bit smaller and lighter. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LocalHero1953 Posted November 26, 2020 Share #28  Posted November 26, 2020 (edited) 6 hours ago, vikasmg said: Is that the Acratech GPSS or GP Ball-Head?  The GXP seems to be a modified design.  It can take a 50lb load while as the other two take 25lb (which should be fine for me.  The GPSS seems a bit smaller and lighter. Ah - I'm not sure - it doesn't say on it - and I bought it some years ago. Compared to the Markins, the base is a lot wider, and though the ball is similar in size, the neck to the ball is thicker on the Acratech. I guess there are probably other differences in the strength of the clamp. Edited November 26, 2020 by LocalHero1953 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
jhulton Posted November 26, 2020 Share #29 Â Posted November 26, 2020 There is a whole new line of super light, strong and inexpensive heads and tripods coming from ColoradoTripod.com. They are working with Leica Miami to insure everything is right. Visit Leica Miami for more info on availability etc. I will be trading in my RRS for one! 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoySmith Posted November 26, 2020 Share #30  Posted November 26, 2020 8 minutes ago, jhulton said: There is a whole new line of super light, strong and inexpensive heads and tripods coming from ColoradoTripod.com. They are working with Leica Miami to insure everything is right. Visit Leica Miami for more info on availability etc. I will be trading in my RRS for one! The main advantage of the Marlins Q3I Traveler is the spacing between the knobs allows the Gitzo Traveler Tripod legs to fit up between them for compact size while traveling. Will the ColoradoTripod heads allow for this ? Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 2 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315495-tripod-head-recommendation/?do=findComment&comment=4087532'>More sharing options...
jhulton Posted November 26, 2020 Share #31 Â Posted November 26, 2020 I can't be certain as they have not shipped yet but check LeicaMiami.com as they have been working close. From what I see online I would think there light head would allow this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eclectic Man Posted November 27, 2020 Share #32  Posted November 27, 2020 I am impressed that some heads will support up to 50lbs.  As a trekker / mountaineer, I am always thinking about who is going to carry my kit (usually me), so whilst I agree that an over-specced head is better an under-specced head is useless.  I hope you find what you want.  (OK, I admit it I am lusting after the Arca cube   :  https://www.wexphotovideo.com/arca-swiss-c1-cube-gp-geared-panning-classic-1628512/?mkwid=s9LAus9mX_dc&pcrid=399560686685&kword=&match=b&plid=&pgrid=18311719141&ptaid=dsa-106745489821&si=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvN3svo6j7QIVkJGyCh3ZgwD5EAAYASAAEgIC5fD_BwE ) 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
telyt Posted November 28, 2020 Share #33 Â Posted November 28, 2020 (edited) If you're only using it with the 90-280 consider the Acratech long lens head https://www.acratech.net/categories/tripod-heads/long-lens-heads.html A ball or 3-way head has a redundant axis of rotation that your lens provides. Â I'm using this head on both of my tripods. Edited November 28, 2020 by telyt 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 28, 2020 Author Share #34 Â Posted November 28, 2020 9 hours ago, telyt said: If you're only using it with the 90-280 consider the Acratech long lens head https://www.acratech.net/categories/tripod-heads/long-lens-heads.html A ball or 3-way head has a redundant axis of rotation that your lens provides. Â I'm using this head on both of my tripods. This is an interesting head. Â But no, the long telephoto is something I only occasionally use! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkinVan Posted November 30, 2020 Share #35  Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) On 11/27/2020 at 8:11 AM, Eclectic Man said: (OK, I admit it I am lusting after the Arca cube   :  https://www.wexphotovideo.com/arca-swiss-c1-cube-gp-geared-panning-classic-1628512/?mkwid=s9LAus9mX_dc&pcrid=399560686685&kword=&match=b&plid=&pgrid=18311719141&ptaid=dsa-106745489821&si=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvN3svo6j7QIVkJGyCh3ZgwD5EAAYASAAEgIC5fD_BwE ) I can agree but purchased the Arca Swiss D4 Geared. https://www.wexphotovideo.com/arca-swiss-d4-geared-with-quickset-classic-1552450/ Edited November 30, 2020 by MarkinVan Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Markey Posted November 30, 2020 Share #36 Â Posted November 30, 2020 Only an occasional user but when I do I use Really Right Stuff BH40 ball head . Â Really Right Stuff Ultimate Ball Head and Gimbal Showdown - 2020 (shuttermuse.com) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hofo100 Posted November 30, 2020 Share #37  Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) Am 25.11.2020 um 22:00 schrieb Jeff S: Again a ball head, but a number of folks, including S users, have reported good experiences with the Arca P0 head.  Unique design and simple ring control, compact and light.  Online reviews will demonstrate. Jeff +1 using this head with Gitzo 2542 for SL/SL2 incl. 90-280. I assume last head I ever have bought. Easy to handle, stable and lightweight... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edited November 30, 2020 by hofo100 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315495-tripod-head-recommendation/?do=findComment&comment=4089901'>More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 30, 2020 Author Share #38  Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) On 11/27/2020 at 11:11 AM, Eclectic Man said: I am impressed that some heads will support up to 50lbs.  As a trekker / mountaineer, I am always thinking about who is going to carry my kit (usually me), so whilst I agree that an over-specced head is better an under-specced head is useless.  I hope you find what you want.  (OK, I admit it I am lusting after the Arca cube   :  https://www.wexphotovideo.com/arca-swiss-c1-cube-gp-geared-panning-classic-1628512/?mkwid=s9LAus9mX_dc&pcrid=399560686685&kword=&match=b&plid=&pgrid=18311719141&ptaid=dsa-106745489821&si=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIvN3svo6j7QIVkJGyCh3ZgwD5EAAYASAAEgIC5fD_BwE )  12 hours ago, MarkinVan said: I can agree but purchased the Arca Swiss D4 Geared. https://www.wexphotovideo.com/arca-swiss-d4-geared-with-quickset-classic-1552450/  58 minutes ago, hofo100 said: +1 using this head with Gitzo 2542 for SL/SL2 incl. 90-280. I assume last head I ever have bought. Easy to handle, stable and lightweight... Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Thank you all for this information and that photo.  On the web site they list the capacity as 20000.  I assume that’s grams and therefore 20kg? The geared head looked attractive but it is so much heavier.  905 g compared with 400g! Also, does anyone have an opinion on the P0 Hybrid?  It’s a little heavier but seems to add useful flexibility.  Yes, the illustrations are for two variations of the Hybrid.  Edited November 30, 2020 by vikasmg Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
vikasmg Posted November 30, 2020 Author Share #39  Posted November 30, 2020 1 hour ago, Michael Markey said: Only an occasional user but when I do I use Really Right Stuff BH40 ball head .  Really Right Stuff Ultimate Ball Head and Gimbal Showdown - 2020 (shuttermuse.com) This looks like a very good range and I like RSS stuff - but I’m leaning to one of the Arca heads I think. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anbaric Posted November 30, 2020 Share #40  Posted November 30, 2020 (edited) If you buy a P0 you also have to think about the clamp. That 'MonoballFix' isn't a standard Arca clamp, it's designed for smaller plates that nobody else makes. They also have versions with double-decker clamps that take either standard Arca plates or the small ones, closed by 'Fliplock' levers or 'Classic' screws (the latter might be better if you have several third party plates with slightly different widths). Unfortunately they don't make one with a straightforward single decker standard Arca clamp, but you can buy the P0 with just a threaded disc for attaching your own clamp. Note that the clamps on the versions that come with them aren't designed to be removed. However, if you're going to stick with a ball and socket head (and the P0 is basically an inverted version of this) you might want to look again at your Gitzo head, which is specifically designed to fit neatly between the folded back legs and keep the whole package compact when collapsed (the small Markin head may do this too, but most of the others like the P0 won't). It must be something simple. Is the 'safety pin' loose or damaged? You can remove it if necessary: Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edit: Sorry - I see you've tried this already! I've had a quick look at mine and it's hard to see what the problem might be. I suppose the D-ring might catch on the pin, but it's easy to flip that over to the other side. Edited November 30, 2020 by Anbaric 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! Edit: Sorry - I see you've tried this already! I've had a quick look at mine and it's hard to see what the problem might be. I suppose the D-ring might catch on the pin, but it's easy to flip that over to the other side. ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/315495-tripod-head-recommendation/?do=findComment&comment=4089993'>More sharing options...
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