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petrolhead
27th of April 2007 (Fri), 03:21
How well will the 488RC2 ball handle a 1D and 300 f/2.8 for Landscape and moon shots?

Anyone using the combination? Is it steady?
Nick C.
27th of April 2007 (Fri), 03:39
It should hold it. For landscapes it shouldn't be a problem. You might get a bit of slip with the angle needed for the moon though. I had mine holding a 1d and 600 level for a bit (until I picked up something just a little more suitable)
petrolhead
27th of April 2007 (Fri), 04:14
It should hold it. For landscapes it shouldn't be a problem. You might get a bit of slip with the angle needed for the moon though. I had mine holding a 1d and 600 level for a bit (until I picked up something just a little more suitable)
Good point, what did you end up getting?
Nick C.
27th of April 2007 (Fri), 04:30
I ended up getting THIS (http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=Search&A=details&Q=&sku=126663&is=REG&addedTroughType=search) as a cheaper alternative to the Wimberley gimbals. Definitely a solid setup but might be a bit overkill for your 300. Not the most portable thing either.
petrolhead
3rd of May 2007 (Thu), 17:01
Ended up with the 488RC0