I've always been using a pan/tilt head. Never realize ballheads are more difficult to choose!
I've tried a few from the popular brands and so far all of them have been disappointing in one way or another. I'm looking for one that weighs 500g or less and can take loads up to 3-4kg. Should also come with a panning base. Anyone any recommendations? Budget is $300-400.
The Acratech and Markins are good but price is rocket high. $595! :bigeyes: Moreover, still must buy separate plates for different camera bodies, each costing about S$70?! Just buy 2 plates and the total price can come up to $700!
Manfrotto's 308RC is light but creeps after I lock the knob. Quite poor design and greasy too. Other models are heavy. Worse is Gitzo... Very greasy and head does not move smoothly.
Anyone could help here pls? Thanks!
I've tried a few from the popular brands and so far all of them have been disappointing in one way or another. I'm looking for one that weighs 500g or less and can take loads up to 3-4kg. Should also come with a panning base. Anyone any recommendations? Budget is $300-400.
The Acratech and Markins are good but price is rocket high. $595! :bigeyes: Moreover, still must buy separate plates for different camera bodies, each costing about S$70?! Just buy 2 plates and the total price can come up to $700!
Manfrotto's 308RC is light but creeps after I lock the knob. Quite poor design and greasy too. Other models are heavy. Worse is Gitzo... Very greasy and head does not move smoothly.
Anyone could help here pls? Thanks!