brainage2 Member 45 posts Joined Jun 2009 More info | Mar 16, 2010 07:53 | #1 Hi ---------------
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bohdank Cream of the Crop  14,060 posts Likes: 6 Joined Jan 2008 Location: Montreal, Canada More info | Mar 16, 2010 08:16 | #2 The PC is actually $269, no ? Bohdan - I may be, and probably am, completely wrong.
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seaside Slapped with a ridiculous title  5,472 posts Likes: 2 Joined Apr 2008 Location: North Carolina Coast but traveling the Americas More info | I did a lot of research prior to making a tripod/head purchase. Exclusively for traveling. Ultra lightweight, compact and build were the main requirements. Everything needed to fit in a carry-on. Your needs are different but this explains my purchase of the Photoclam 33NS. I probably would buy the larger size if ever I need to replace one of my other ballheads for other than travel photography. But my initial testing of the Photoclam indicates a well designed, well made sturdy ballhead. Locks down tight under heavier loads with zero creep. By the way, the custom QR plates are very good too. I got the 5DM2 plate and love it. Very light with strap bars on both sides. Chris
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Mar 16, 2010 09:59 | #4 Hi Seaside ---------------
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plasticmotif Goldmember  3,174 posts Likes: 2 Joined Sep 2008 Location: Tennessee More info | Mar 16, 2010 10:08 | #5  I've got the photoclam pc-30, the most basic model. I can say with confidence that it holds loads of weight, I put nearly 40 lbs of weight strapped to it and it didn't move even when slight bouncing. It's made well. If you need levels in the mount, get an upgraded model. I use a hotshoe level. The legs, 3441S, are tiny, don't weight much, look great and generally seem to be perfect. They seem very sturdy and tall. Mac P.
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Mar 16, 2010 10:16 | #6 Have anyone got the new Feisol Rapid Tripods with Anti-Rotation Legs. What is the difference from the older model? ---------------
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seaside Slapped with a ridiculous title 5,472 posts Likes: 2 Joined Apr 2008 Location: North Carolina Coast but traveling the Americas More info | Mar 16, 2010 10:54 | #7 Again this is a "travel" set-up. The legs are Carbon...Benro C-069M8 Travel Angel. I'm fully aware of the limitations of a light setup and have techniques to optimize its usage. Probably isn't a tripod for everyday use Chris
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Jdmhood Senior Member  455 posts Joined Dec 2009 More info | Mar 16, 2010 11:18 | #8 Go for the photo clam, reviews from users are excellent (i'm one proud owner of one). Feisols make excellent legs but mediocore heads.   Optional center column      Size comparison. Sitting in front of a Crumpler 7MDH  Holds my heaviest setup with absolutely no creep. Gripped 50D Speedlite 430 EX II Canon 1.4x II Extender 70-200 f/2.8L non-is Sorry for horrible quality on some of the pics. Was taken with my P&S Bodies- 5D Mark II | 7D
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Mar 16, 2010 11:43 | #9 thanks for the pictures and information. I am convinced with the 3442 . ---------------
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Jdmhood Senior Member 455 posts Joined Dec 2009 More info | Mar 16, 2010 11:50 | #10 brainage2 wrote in post #9807706  thanks for the pictures and information. I am convinced with the 3442 . But for the ball head ...i am torn between ... PC 33 NS to PC - 44 NS. regards Brainage2 From my experience, i think the PC-40NS would fit the 3442 much better. Bodies- 5D Mark II | 7D
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Mar 16, 2010 12:01 | #11 I think i will settle down with this combo. 3442 / PC-40 NS ---------------
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MrGreen Goldmember  1,252 posts Joined Jan 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC More info | Mar 16, 2010 12:02 | #12 Jdmhood wrote in post #9807766 From my experience, i think the PC-40NS would fit the 3442 much better. PC-36NS is another good choice. The PC-40 fits the centre column base plate better than the 44, but only by just a bit. If you don't have the centre column, then anything up to the largest ballhead possible will fit on the large standard base plate. My site: www.millionflame.com
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Jdmhood Senior Member 455 posts Joined Dec 2009 More info | Mar 16, 2010 12:07 | #13 MrGreen wrote in post #9807843 The PC-40 fits the centre column base plate better than the 44, but only by just a bit. If you don't have the centre column, then anything up to the largest ballhead possible will fit on the large standard base plate. But then the legs don't fold back completely Bodies- 5D Mark II | 7D
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MrGreen Goldmember 1,252 posts Joined Jan 2008 Location: Vancouver, BC More info | Mar 17, 2010 11:08 | #14 Yes they do. What are you talking about? I own this setup, so I would know. My site: www.millionflame.com
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Jdmhood Senior Member 455 posts Joined Dec 2009 More info | Mar 17, 2010 14:48 | #15 MrGreen wrote in post #9814804 Yes they do. What are you talking about? I own this setup, so I would know. So you're saying even the PC-74NS fits the CT-3442 without a hitch Bodies- 5D Mark II | 7D
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