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12/30/2006 02:28:25 PM · #1 |
I cannot decide between these combinations:
Bogen Manfrotto 3021 PRO Tripod Legs with 808RC4 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head with RC-4 Quick Release
Bogen/Manfrotto 3021BPRO Tripod Legs with 488RC2 Midi Ballhead
Bogen / Manfrotto 3021Pro Tripod with 322RC2 Grip Action Ballhead
I don't know what type of head would be the best. I am leaning towards the 322RC2. But I am also considering the 488RC4 plus the 3021BPRO.
I want to make sure that I can use my 350D + Battery Grip + 70-200 f/4 + 1.4 teleconverter.
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12/30/2006 02:44:33 PM · #2 |
Bah, disregard heheh. Can't even keep straight what gear I have here.
edit: i got this one if you wanted to check it out
- Bogen/Manfrotto 055MF3 Magfiber Pro Carbon Fiber 3-Section Tripod WITH 804RC2 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head
Message edited by author 2006-12-30 14:48:47. |
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12/30/2006 02:45:05 PM · #3 |
I've used both the RC2 and RC4 versions of the Bogen ball heads (currently use the 488RC4. Whatever head you buy, I highly recommend the RC4, version, even though the camera plate is significantly larger. It's a much more secure, stable plate.
I used to be a 3-way head kind a guy, but the 488 has won be over. I rarely use the 3030 pan/tilt head that I own. |
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12/30/2006 02:51:36 PM · #4 |
I have the 3021 with a 488RC2. I use my 70-200 2.8 on it and also my 300mm F4. I use my 1.4 x and 2x with both lenses. The 300 isn't too bad but the 70-200 with converters gets prety heavy. I wish I would've went with RC4. I would also reccommend going with the RC4.
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12/30/2006 03:41:11 PM · #5 |
I really like the idea of a grip action head but because of the weight, I think you are right about needing the rc4.
Any other heads I should consider? |
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12/30/2006 04:03:05 PM · #6 |
| The Acra-tech heads are supposed to be pretty good. |
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12/30/2006 11:14:32 PM · #7 |
If you decide on a 3-way head, check out //www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=Search&A=details&Q=&sku=353327&is=REG&addedTroughType=search
Note that you mentioned two different sets of legs in your post, the difference is one is black (3021Bpro) the other is chrome. I think the price is the same, just be sure to order the one you want.
Message edited by author 2006-12-30 23:14:41. |
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12/30/2006 11:32:03 PM · #8 |
I have this head and love it!
Magic Ball
Quick, responsive and smooth. Expensive but worth every penny. dollar.
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12/31/2006 12:06:02 AM · #9 |
I think I am going to go for 488RC4 and the 3021BPRO.
I want to make sure I have enough support for the weight.
They are just in my price range...some of the other suggestions are way out there for me right now.
Thanks for the input! |
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12/31/2006 12:10:05 AM · #10 |
| I have that same tripod but with the 3265 grip action ballhead and I love it. I know the 322 head is rated a bit better, but I liked the feel of the joystick better. |
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