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Jul 19, 2008 09:19 | #16

olz wrote in post #1305169

I haven't tried the 488 ballhead but the 486 seems quite solid and locks tight with the most heavy setup I can manage:

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I love how the 055Pro can go very close to the ground, when rearranging the middle pole:

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can the 190xpro also get this close to the ground?

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Jul 19, 2008 15:10 | #17

Some Q&D shots. Suits the tripod

Gitzo 1325 with 1318 center column (shortened since it was broken)
Markins M10.
1DMk2 with RRS L plate:

landscape orientation:

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Portrait orientation:

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80-200L with Novoflex plate:

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As you might be able to see, the Novoflex plate is square, so I can mount it with the QR clamp in the same direction

As you might also be able to see, the Novoflex plates use a different Arca Swiss "standard" then RRS: The clamp has to screw in quite a bit further to lock...

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Jul 19, 2008 15:49 | #18

My latest setup: Gitzo 1541T, Markins Q3T and Really Right Stuff BR LR II Clamp. Weighs in at 3.1lbs, closes down to 17", and holds 17.6lbs very stably at up to a rated 200mm lens. LINK to complete review.

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Jul 19, 2008 15:53 | #19

olz wrote in post #1305171

Last image is showing the size of the 486 Rc0 compared to the 20D:

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Hope some can use the pictures.

Ummmmmm..... are you sure thats not the RC2? RC0 looks like this:

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Oct 16, 2008 20:16 as a reply to @ ben_r_'s post | #20

Bump. I am tripod shopping, so I'd love to see more, especially Manfrotto 055xprob's

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Oct 19, 2008 12:44 | #21

I recently ordered a Giottos MT-9360 & Cullmann Magnesit 35nm Ballhead that will apparently arrive as soon as Succot ends (which me hopes is soon). I also have an MA24 Alloy 6M Monopod that I use for my 70-200mm f/2.8L IS (and occasionally the 300mm f/2.8L I weasel off my buddy). There is not mount on the monopod as of yet but that will likely be in my next order, until then the screw works fine, just a bit slow.

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Nov 03, 2008 10:59 | #22

Bring this threat to life....

Gorillapod for SLR zoom + Ballhead Velbon QHD 51Q

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lowest tripod to the ground

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i love it so much for travelling (both only weight 450g)

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Nov 03, 2008 15:43 | #23

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Nov 04, 2008 12:56 as a reply to @ sonnyc's post | #24

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Nov 04, 2008 16:49 as a reply to @ post 5941375 | #25

I use a Manfrotto 055PROB Tripod with the centre column replaced with a turned alloy plug to which is fitted a Markins M10 ballhead and an RRS LR BR arca swiss style clamp.

I much prefer it without the centre column. I never used it so it was a total waste.

My monopod is a Manfrotto 694 Magfiber, with a 486 ballhead and Markins Q60 arca swiss clamp.

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Dec 21, 2008 15:15 | #26

Tripod Setups (Pics)

I have had a quick look, but couldnt find anything on the search.

Currently looking at getting a new tripod and head. So I was wondering if people could post pictures of their tripod setups, as say what they like or dislike about it.

My main interest is in birding for this, however all pics are welcome.

Have seen the wimberely heads, they seems pretty good, however very pricey, anyone got alternatives?

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Dec 21, 2008 17:02 as a reply to @ rupek's post | #27

Manfrotto MN190X ProB tripod & Manfrotto MN322RC2 head. Being able to set the tripod shaft horizontally is an excellent feature for setting the camera low to the ground. Maximum height is perfect for me, with all the leg sections fully extended and the shaft set at its highest the camera is level with my eye line and I'm 6' tall.

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Dec 21, 2008 17:53 as a reply to @ rupek's post | #28

Here's my new rig, decided against being frugal but the benefit is that I'll never have to buy another tripod or head for birding/wildlife. Can you see it? LOL I guess you get a Sidekick if you already have a nice ballhead, or check out Jobu gimbals, B&H sells them.

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EDIT: oh yeah, it's a gitzo 3530LS (no center column) Wimberley head II and Wimberley F-9 flash bracket.

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Dec 21, 2008 18:53 | #29

scot079 wrote in post #6922380

EDIT: oh yeah, it's a gitzo 3530LS (no center column) Wimberley head II and Wimberley F-9 flash bracket.

Nice setup! Well done.

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Dec 22, 2008 15:25 | #30

No I think a mod combined the 2 threads

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