PhotoCamel.com en-us http://photocamel.com/reviews Thu, 04 Apr 2019 00:45:44 -0400 PhotoPost ReviewPost 5.2 60 393 Heavy Duty Gimbal Type Telephoto Lens Support http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p431-393-heavy-duty-gimbal-type-telephoto-lens-support.html Thu, 10 Mar 2011 11:16:05 -0500 <a href="http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p431-393-heavy-duty-gimbal-type-telephoto-lens-support.html"><img title="393_gimbal.jpg" border="0" src="http://photocamel.com/reviews/data/62/thumbs/393_gimbal.jpg" alt="393_gimbal.jpg" /></a><br /><br />by: Jason Hermann<br /><br />Description: The most economical option among Gimbal heads, the Manfrotto 393 Heavy Duty Telephoto Lens Support puts the tilt axis (up/down) in line with the midpoint of the lens' weight. This makes movement with a large telephoto lens easy enough to be done with one finger. Point the rig where you want, let go and it stays where you left it. Height of the lens is adjustable and there is a built-in pan base. The built-in 357 quick release assembly allows fore/aft movement within the mount for perfect 50/50 weight distribution. The 357PL quick release plate includes two 1/4&quot;-20 screws (many large tripod collared lenses have two sockets in their collars) and one 3/8&quot;-16 screw. The 393 is appropriate for all telephoto lenses with a tripod collar. Replaces old part number 3421. Price: $179.90 &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/554099-REG/Manfrotto_393_393_Heavy_Duty_Gimbal.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; &lt;img style=&quot;border: 0pt none;&quot; src=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/affiliateimages/bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; width=&quot;73&quot; height=&quot;50&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;http://affiliates.bhphotovideo.com/showban.asp?id=7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt; &lt;a title=&quot;BH Photo Price&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/554099-REG/Manfrotto_393_393_Heavy_Duty_Gimbal.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Additional Info &amp; Buy At BHPhotovideo.com &amp;gt;&amp;gt;&lt;/a&gt; 327RC2 Joystick Head http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p383-327rc2-joystick-head.html Mon, 07 Mar 2011 18:56:00 -0500 <a href="http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p383-327rc2-joystick-head.html"><img title="327RC2.png" border="0" src="http://photocamel.com/reviews/data/62/thumbs/327RC2.png" alt="327RC2.png" /></a><br /><br />by: Jason Hermann<br /><br />Description: Product Highlights: * 12.13 lbs (5.5kg) Load Capacity * Magnesium * Lateral Tilt: -3°/ +90° * Front Tilt: -90°/ +90° * Lightweight 1.4 lbs (0.62kg) The Manfrotto 327RC2 Joystick Head is constructed of magnesium, providing superior performance and durability, making it the best choice for advanced users with high-end and full frame cameras. The joystick design offers a uniquely ergonomic way of quickly unlocking, moving and blocking your camera. You can frame and reposition the head freely and frequently to get the perfect photo: grip the head to move the camera and as soon as you release, it locks securely in place. The Joystick Head has a single locking lever, making control of all movements fast. The head features 360° panoramic rotation, -3°/ +90° lateral, and -90°/ +90° front tilt. Cameras are attached to the ball head with the 200PL-14 Plate with 1/4'' male threads. The head to tripod attachment has 3/8'' female threads. This 1.4 lbs (0.62kg) lightweight head has a 12.13 lbs (5.5kg) load capacity. Friction control permits fine framing adjustment and improved camera safety Stainless steel ball made using a &quot;deep drawing&quot; process which produces a strong, thin-walled, hollow sphere, reducing weight and increasing locking power Ergonomic design guarantees comfort and precision Price: $143.96 &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/680140-REG/Manfrotto_327RC2_327RC2_Joystick_Head.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; &lt;img style=&quot;border: 0pt none;&quot; src=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/affiliateimages/bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; width=&quot;73&quot; height=&quot;50&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;http://affiliates.bhphotovideo.com/showban.asp?id=7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt; &lt;a title=&quot;BH Photo Price&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/680140-REG/Manfrotto_327RC2_327RC2_Joystick_Head.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Buy At BHPhoto &amp;gt;&amp;gt;&lt;/a&gt; 054 Magnesium Ball Head with Q2 Quick Release http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p382-054-magnesium-ball-head-with-q2-quick-release.html Mon, 07 Mar 2011 18:42:30 -0500 <a href="http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p382-054-magnesium-ball-head-with-q2-quick-release.html"><img title="054qr.png" border="0" src="http://photocamel.com/reviews/data/62/thumbs/054qr.png" alt="054qr.png" /></a><br /><br />by: Jason Hermann<br /><br />Description: Product Highlights: * Only 24 oz * Supports 22 lb * 360° Panning * Portrait Angle Selector * Q2 Quick Release * Compatible with RC2 Standard Plates At just under 24 oz, the Manfrotto 054 Magnesium Ball Head with Q2 Quick Release is an ideal mate to Manfrotto 190C series carbon fiber tripods. Thanks to the marriage of imagination and technology this compact head provides extremely precise movements, ergonomic handling and innovative features like a 90 – 105° portrait angle selector and 3 built-in bubble levels. Despite its lightweight and low profile it is capable of supporting up to 22 lb (10 kg). The included Q5 Quick release system with its locking plate provides speed, balance and security. Price: $194.99 &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/754047-REG/Manfrotto_MH054M0_Q2_054_Magnesium_Ball_Head.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; &lt;img style=&quot;border: 0pt none;&quot; src=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/affiliateimages/bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; width=&quot;73&quot; height=&quot;50&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;http://affiliates.bhphotovideo.com/showban.asp?id=7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt; &lt;a title=&quot;BH Photo Price&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/754047-REG/Manfrotto_MH054M0_Q2_054_Magnesium_Ball_Head.html&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Buy At BHPhoto &amp;gt;&amp;gt;&lt;/a&gt; 054 Magnesium Ball Head http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p381-054-magnesium-ball-head.html Mon, 07 Mar 2011 18:39:20 -0500 <a href="http://photocamel.com/reviews/tripod-heads-3a-manfrotto/p381-054-magnesium-ball-head.html"><img title="054.png" border="0" src="http://photocamel.com/reviews/data/62/thumbs/054.png" alt="054.png" /></a><br /><br />by: Jason Hermann<br /><br />Description: At just under 19 oz, the Manfrotto 054 Magnesium Ball Head is an ideal mate to Manfrotto 190C series carbon fiber tripods. Thanks to the marriage of imagination and technology this compact head provides extremely precise movements, ergonomic handling and innovative features like a 90 – 105° portrait angle selector. Despite its lightweight and low profile it is capable of supporting up to 22 lb (10 kg). Price: $170.00 &lt;a href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/754046-REG/Manfrotto_MH054M0_054_Magnesium_Ball_Head.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt; &lt;img style=&quot;border: 0pt none;&quot; src=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/images/affiliateimages/bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; width=&quot;73&quot; height=&quot;50&quot; /&gt;&lt;/a&gt; &lt;img src=&quot;http://affiliates.bhphotovideo.com/showban.asp?id=7777&amp;amp;img=bh-logo-73x50.gif&quot; border=&quot;0&quot; alt=&quot;&quot; /&gt; &lt;a title=&quot;BH Photo Price&quot; href=&quot;http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/754046-REG/Manfrotto_MH054M0_054_Magnesium_Ball_Head.html/BI/7257/KBID/7777&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Buy At BHPhoto &amp;gt;&amp;gt;&lt;/a&gt;