Ball head recommendation

I think you are paying a premium for the "grip action" which you may not get that much benefit from with landscapes. I have the 488RC2 which is way cheaper.
 
Although you are paying a lot for the grip facility, I think it may be worth it. About a year ago I bought a Manfrotto 685B monopod which has a grip release facility. It was massively more expensive than the usual type of monopod, but I would like to have to go back to the clamp type now.

So....

Spend the vouchers and get yourself the best. Go on, you know you want it.
 
just a suggestion but i use a Markins Q3 and it is sublime, even with the 70-200mm 2.8 on it with my D700, expensive yes, but you would never replace it!
 
sorry to hijack this one but i got the same question xD

i'm currently looking at redsnapper range and is wandering whether the ball head by redsnapper is worth it. and what the differences/advantages between a ball head and a 3 way head?
 
I've got the 322rc2 and it's great. It is a bit heavy and if used all day can wear out your hand a bit , but it's great for macro and all sorts.
 
I have several tripod heads, including the Manfrotto 322 Action Grip joy-stick one in the OP. If I had to use only one, that would be it. It's very good at most things, better than a simple ball head, and very fast to use. But for landscape and studio, where there's no rush, I prefer the independent control and precision of a 3-way head.

Richard.
 
If you ever take panning shots for panoramics then the grip head will be a pain. The 488RC2 is much better for landscapes, in my opinion, because it has a separate release for panning only.

In fact, any form of panning with the 322 is a pain in the arm (literally, after a few hours) and it means you have to keep one hand on the grip.

I had a 322RC2 and replaced it with a 488RC2. Much happier.
 
fabs said:
I think you are paying a premium for the "grip action" which you may not get that much benefit from with landscapes. I have the 488RC2 which is way cheaper.
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Ditto, the 488RC2 is great, the panoramic feature is very useful.
 
Just a bigger quick release plate with a screw that is better positioned for my macro rails (More support)
(Oh, and you have to get the 808 whic is £30 more :( )
 
RichardtheSane said:
Just a bigger quick release plate with a screw that is better positioned for my macro rails (More support)
(Oh, and you have to get the 808 whic is £30 more :( )
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Cheers. Don't do a lot of macro, so happy with the RC2! (y)
 
just got my red snapper tripod an ball head great bit of kit very well made :clap::clap::clap::clap:thanks red snapper:clap::clap:
 
I would second Markins Q3, i use their M10, which is a bit overkill for my gear, i wish I had bought the smaller and lighter Q3. they are both great though!
 
kalibre said:
I've got the 322rc2 and it's great. It is a bit heavy and if used all day can wear out your hand a bit , but it's great for macro and all sorts.
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Why I'm reading on many posts that the 322 is heavy?

I can't choose between these and the 488 rc2, anyway the weight is similar (0.70 kg against 0.67).
the very popular 804rc2 is also 0.75kg.

Am I missing anything?

Thanks
 
redsnapper's ball head is pretty handy
 
I have the 808RC4 Pan & Tilt it's fantastic for control but the quick release grip type is also a good option. Horses for courses:):):)
 
max11 said:
and which is the difference between 488rc0
and 486rc2?
as I do quite a lot landscapes but like also the quickness of the ball, has the second the panning system?
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RC2 and RC0 are quick release plates. 488 has the panning base (it's got both a lever and and knob). Not sure the linked pics are correct.

You need to try this stuff. Browsing on line will only get you so far. With a ball head, everything is in the action. You can only feel that.

Manfrotto 468 MG RC2 is a good ball head at (vaguely) sensible money.
 
max11 said:
and what about "pan 360°" in both specifications?

thanks"
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maybe i missed sumthing, but the redsnapper i have have 2 locks, 1 for the ball and one for the pan. if the thing only has 1 lock for 2 mechanism, doesn't sound very good
 
486 RC2 is one i use i tried the one you mention did'nt get on with it
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