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Comment by K10D posted on Autumn with a wide aperture (7 images) at 18/10/2010 - 11:50
Algernon wrote:
of these suckers (the biggest you can find) and screw the
bent part straight into the tripod bush on the camera with
a 1/4" screw
Having said that I wouldn't mind one of these Novoflex 2 way
heads just to crank an offset at the top of a monopod
bit too expensive though.
link
A B&S just cant take the force involved
The pointy end would be painful around the crown jewels if it slips from the butt cup when using free style!!!K10D wrote:
Just another single axis option.
Really Right Stuff
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This shows what I consider to be a correct approach to mono pod use.
These guys also do very nice ball heads.
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Hey Gary, If you want really solid support just get oneJust another single axis option.
Really Right Stuff
link
This shows what I consider to be a correct approach to mono pod use.
These guys also do very nice ball heads.
Best regards
of these suckers (the biggest you can find) and screw the
bent part straight into the tripod bush on the camera with
a 1/4" screw
Having said that I wouldn't mind one of these Novoflex 2 way
heads just to crank an offset at the top of a monopod
bit too expensive though.
link
A B&S just cant take the force involved
The Novo's no good in sandy environments, its a dirt trap.
Best regards
Comment by K10D posted on Bike race camera/lens conundrum at 18/10/2010 - 11:17
First three, but a very good set.
Well photographed.
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Well photographed.
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Comment by K10D posted on St. Mary's Island and Lighthouse at 18/10/2010 - 11:11
Just another single axis option.
Really Right Stuff
link
This shows what I consider to be a correct aproach to monopod use.
These guys also do very nice ball heads.
Best regards
Really Right Stuff
link
This shows what I consider to be a correct aproach to monopod use.
These guys also do very nice ball heads.
Best regards
Comment by K10D posted on Bike race camera/lens conundrum at 18/10/2010 - 08:20
Hypocorism wrote:
Plus, the only real reason where a head of any type is required is for tilting or swinging the camera into portrait mode. If you can get away with only shooting landscape with the pod mostly upright, then no problem.
In contrast that Manfrotto 2-axis head only suggested by someone earlier is more expensive just by itself in the same store:
http://www.digitalcamerawarehouse.com.au/prod1061.htm
plus is only rated at 2.5kg.
.R.
So what is the lens collar for on telephoto lenses?Plus, the only real reason where a head of any type is required is for tilting or swinging the camera into portrait mode. If you can get away with only shooting landscape with the pod mostly upright, then no problem.
In contrast that Manfrotto 2-axis head only suggested by someone earlier is more expensive just by itself in the same store:
http://www.digitalcamerawarehouse.com.au/prod1061.htm
plus is only rated at 2.5kg.
.R.
Now if your telephoto lens does not have a lens collar, there are other supports available to help, but try to use the right tool for the job.
Compromise at any price is still compromise.
Any idea what the 2.5Kg refers to?
Just to put things into perspective, I use the above head (2.5Kg rated) with much larger weights. It is also modified with plastic pads to allow a more fluid movement. I never use it locked tight, rather tensioned to a fluid like feel. The 2.5 Kg figure refers to the maximum load it will take locked (depending on balance and fulcrum of the lens & camera). It will not break if used with heavier weight equipment.
As I said earlier, each to their own.
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Comment by K10D posted on Bike race camera/lens conundrum at 18/10/2010 - 07:34
Worked a few streets in Fremantle today. Very busy and full of characters.
stud
manic street photographer
at the counter
Apollo
keep out
track litter
mid day hit
Very high contrast today. Shoot/don't shoot? Fill flash (and announce your presence?), several hundred shots later and still PP.
The 50-135 is a great piece of glass but I really need a 70-200 with me.
The extra pulling power suits street work better.
Regards
stud
manic street photographer
at the counter
Apollo
keep out
track litter
mid day hit
Very high contrast today. Shoot/don't shoot? Fill flash (and announce your presence?), several hundred shots later and still PP.
The 50-135 is a great piece of glass but I really need a 70-200 with me.
The extra pulling power suits street work better.
Regards
Comment by K10D posted on Fremantle street activity at 17/10/2010 - 14:55
Had a run up to Whiteman Park, just north of Perth.
Model aircraft flying display, however,I saw a few other subjects.
Air foil designer
Upstanding
poser
C&C welcome
Regards
Model aircraft flying display, however,I saw a few other subjects.
Air foil designer
Upstanding
poser
C&C welcome
Regards
Comment by K10D posted on Whiteman Park at 16/10/2010 - 14:12
Algernon wrote:
If a single axis head were such a good idea it's strange neither Gitzo or Linhof make one. You could quite easily kick the monopod with your foot or catch it on a stone whilst carrying it and something will have to give, because it's acting like a rigid crow bar.
Many marques don't make certain items, that does not mean don't use it. If we were limited to current Pentax glass, we would not have an equivalent 8-16mm.If a single axis head were such a good idea it's strange neither Gitzo or Linhof make one. You could quite easily kick the monopod with your foot or catch it on a stone whilst carrying it and something will have to give, because it's acting like a rigid crow bar.
When I carry a mono pod, I retract it. I also use a groin pad (boat rod type) for use with the mono pod at times. I have yet to see photographers at golf and F1 events (I've done a few of each) using tripods. All use heavy duty mono's and some don't use heads on them. Some free hand.
Each to their own.
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Comment by K10D posted on Bike race camera/lens conundrum at 16/10/2010 - 00:46
Exemplary images.
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Comment by K10D posted on Panes & Panels - Project , or P&P-P at 15/10/2010 - 13:24
Algernon wrote:
A monopod is a very poor support, but there's nothing wrong with
a decent ball head such as a small Linhof, otherwise you have to
lean the monopod away from vertical and then apply extra force to
steady it. To stand any chance the monopod needs to be vertical.
It's also safer if the monopod gets a sudden jar the ball
will slip before ripping the threaded socket out of your camera.
It's better to use a monopod over your shoulder like a rifle.
Have you used a mono pod much?A monopod is a very poor support, but there's nothing wrong with
a decent ball head such as a small Linhof, otherwise you have to
lean the monopod away from vertical and then apply extra force to
steady it. To stand any chance the monopod needs to be vertical.
It's also safer if the monopod gets a sudden jar the ball
will slip before ripping the threaded socket out of your camera.
It's better to use a monopod over your shoulder like a rifle.
With this head link on it, it's the next best thing to a Wimberly. Mono pod heads are single axis for a reason.
What sort of sudden jar are we talking about here?
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Comment by K10D posted on Bike race camera/lens conundrum at 15/10/2010 - 13:21
A great set of images as well to prove it!
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