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Manfrotto Releases XPRO 3-Way Geared Head

May 6, 2015 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

Manfrotto XPRO 3-Way Geared Head

Manfrotto has released the new XPRO 3-way Geared Head that weighs just 1.65 pounds and supports payloads up to 8.8 pounds.  [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: geared head, manfrotto, MHXPRO-3WG, tripod head, XPRO 3-way geared head

 

Vanguard TBH-100 Ball Head Review

June 24, 2013 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

Vanguard TBH-100-1

The Vanguard TBH-100 is a recent ball head from the TBH Series of Vanguard’s line-up. As with most Vanguard products that I have used, it is a rugged and heavy duty piece of gear. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: ball head, ballhead, TBH, TBH-100, tripod, tripod head, Vanguard

Manfrotto 500 Video Head Hands-On

April 16, 2013 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

Manfrotto 500 Bridging Video Head

Manfrotto launched its new 500 video head at NAB 2013. It replaces the 701HDV and is resides as the entry-level head in Manfrotto’s Bridging Technology line of video heads. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: 500, fluid head, manfrotto, monopod, MVH500A, MVH500AH, MVM500AH, NAB 2013, tripod head, video head

Vanguard BBH-200 Ball Head Review

October 10, 2012 By Kortney Jarman Leave a Comment

Vanguard BBH-200 ball head for tripods

The Vanguard BBH-200 is an easy to use ball head for any tripod. The open body design hides it’s deceptive strength. With a max load of 44 lbs (20 kg), this head will support pretty much any configuration you need.  I put the BBH-200 through it’s paces with a Canon 7D with a battery grip and a 70-200mm f4 IS. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: ball head, BBH-200, tripod head, Vanguard

Vanguard BBH Series Professional Ball Heads Hands-On

February 16, 2012 By Eric Reagan 1 Comment

Vanguard BBH Ballheads

In addition to the new GH-200 pistol-grip ball head, Vanguard also had its new BBH Series of pro ball heads on display at CES 2012.

I’ve been a big fan of Vanguard ball heads since I picked up the SBH-250 a couple of years ago.  The new BBH Series builds on the good stuff from the SBH Series and then adds some more oomph for the professional touch and feel. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: ball head, BBH, BBH-100, BBH-200, BBH-300, CES 2012, tripod head, Vanguard

Vanguard GH-200 Hands-On

January 25, 2012 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

Vanguard GH-200

On my last day at CES 2012, I stopped by the Vanguard booth to check out some of their new products.  I’ve been a Vanguard fan since I bought the SBH-250 ball head a couple of years or so back.

One of the new items from Vanguard this year is an updated version of their pistol-grip ball head.  The GH-100 was last year’s model, which I’ve used and enjoyed quite a bit – although I have neglected to publish a review on it.  The GH-200 is the new model and it improves on the few minor complaints I had about the otherwise solid GH-100.  In essence, you can take this as a review of both units with some notes on what makes the GH-200 an improved offering. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: ball head, CES 2012, GH-100, GH-200, pistol-grip, tripod, tripod head, Vanguard

Induro BHL Ballheads

December 2, 2011 By Eric Reagan 4 Comments

Induro BHL Ballheads

Induro has unveiled new low-profile, heavy-duty BHL Ballheads available in three different sizes.  The significant spec of these heads is the massive load capacity.  The BHL1 handles a max load of 44lbs.  The BHL2 max load is 66lbs., while the BHL3 max load is 88lbs. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: ballhead, BHL, dslr, induro, photography, support, tripod head

Manfrotto 502HD Pro Video Heads

November 8, 2011 By Eric Reagan 6 Comments

Manfrotto 502HD

Manfrotto has introduced a couple of new 502HD tripod heads, the MVH502A and the MVH502AH.

The MVH502A is equipped with a 75 mm ball base, while the MVH502AH comes with a flat base with 3/8″ thread. Both are designed for video use and can support up to 13.2 lbs.  They feature Manfrotto’s bridge architechture, as well as a variable Fluid Drag System with adjustable cartridges.

The 502A retails for $225, while the 502AH retails for $200.  Both are available at B&H Photo and Amazon.com.

 

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: fluid head, head, manfrotto, MVH502A, MVH502AH, tripod, tripod head, video head

Induro BHS-Series Ballheads

August 16, 2011 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

Induro BHS Ballheads

The Induro BHS-Series Ballheads are a new breed of affordable tripod heads with QR plates and built-in bubble levels.  The BHS0 supports 10.3 lbs.  The BHS1 supports 12.8 lbs.  And, the BHS2 supports up to 18.7 lbs.

The new ballheads range in price from $52 to $76 retail and are available from B&H Photo.

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: ball head, ballhead, BHS, camera, dslr, induro, Induro BHS-Series Ballheads, QR, quick release, tripod head

Induro Unveils New Tripods and Heads

February 15, 2011 By Eric Reagan Leave a Comment

Induro has announced several new tripods, heads and quick release plates.

The new PHT-Series 3-Way Panheads are magnesium alloy and feature folding hands for easy packing. All models offer special bearing inserts that allow for quasi-fluid movement.  Additional features include a built-in bubble level, dual locking quick release plate and a 5 year warranty.  The Induro PHT-Series 3-Way Panheads come in three sizes and range in price from $77 to $114.

Induro’s new tripods expands its Adventure Series with the Adventure AKP Series tripod kits.  There are 3 new models – the AKP0, AKP1 and AKP2.

The new AKP0 is a compact 4-leg-section tripod, while the AKP1 and AKP2 are heavier duty 3-leg-section tripods.  Each of the new models are magnesium alloy and feature quick lock legs.  Additionally, each tripod is packaged as a kit with an Induro 3-Way Panhead, and also come with a 5 year warranty.  The Induro Adventure AKP Series tripod kits range in price from $164 to $219.

Finally, Induro’s new QRT Series Quick Release Clamp is designed for monopods, tripods and other gear that does not already have a quick release system in place.  The new QRT clamps can be installed on any 1/4-20 or 3/8-16 thread.  The Induro QRT clamps will retail for $75.

You can find Induro products at B&H Photo.

More product images below. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Gear Tagged With: adventure series, induro, pan tilt, panhead, pht-series, qrt, quick release, tripod, tripod head

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