Pistol Grip Ball Head Tripod Mount (for DSLR) Suggestions14244
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| I'm looking for a good Pistol Grip Ball Head for DSLR panos - one that stands upright so the arm isn't in the way for panos. I used a cheap SunPak version for years. It was poorly made but went well with the welcomed ultra-lightweight tripod that came with it and got the job done (https://ebay.to/3pplPJd). I went through plenty of these - they broke down quickly. Then with an upgrade to a larger DSLR, I attempted to upgrade my tripod and panohead as well. I purchased this - https://www.adorama.com/3pshpg.html. Note - I use the alternate configuration for panos (see last photo in listing) to keep the arm out of the way for panos. It works ok. Seems well made but when I clinch the grip and try to maneuver the position, it is very difficult. My cheap and flimsy Sunpak product did better in this regard. So I spent more money and tried to upgrade again. I bought this - https://www.adorama.com/bg322rc2.html. I messed up for two reasons. First and foremost, it does not have an alternate configuration like I thought that lets the trigger go upright and out of the way for panos. Also, despite the much higher cost, when I clinch the trigger and try to maneuver the position, it does not function any better than the 3Pod. I still use it for stills regularly. I should note that I adjust the tension knob on these and fiddle with them plenty. Maybe I am still missing something??? You would think the mechanism would work at least as well as the cheap SunPak version. I should also note that much of what I do is contract work for operations purposes where image volume is heavy and speed is key. I just want to be able squeeze and position my camera easliy and quickly. I'm willing to pay if I know it will work. Thoughts??? Thanks!!! |
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I bought this inexpensive Amazon Basics combo ~ it is just under $100 I have been using this Pistol Grip on one of my iFootage Cobra 2 Monopods for stills. |
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