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@RecoveredExpert I think my heaviest setup is maybe 12 lbs, a bit off center. No problem for either head; both are rock steady. I wouldn’t use either with a 600mm monster.
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Was asking b/c beside my std use case (simple FF DSLR/MILC) camera + not too long lens (200 mm or less on “full frame”) I also wonder if I could use it as a fancy leveling base when using my motorized +automated pano head. That’ll get me to around 7.5 kg/16ish lbs and a load that is a bit off center. It’s not something I do often anymore, but when I use it my old leveling drives me nuts.
@RecoveredExpert@mastodon.social yeah, I’ve never tried with anything like that. You’re PROBABLY ok, but the arca cube seems more solid (and has adjustable friction).
@mattblaze@federate.social For my standard and most common use case (which include 17 & 24 mm T/S lenses) the C1 isn’t ideal. Getting two geared heads seems a waste of space and weight, especially when traveling ;)
@RecoveredExpert@mastodon.social Totally. I don’t think there’s any perfect solution here. The Arca heads are more rugged but less precise, sadly.
Personally, I’d probably go with the Linhof if I had to pick just one.
@mattblaze@federate.social I was under the impression you prefer the Rogeti over the Linhof?
@RecoveredExpert@mastodon.social The Linhof is definitely a more precise instrument , but has more limited range and is bigger amd heavier. Rogeti is better for general use (especially traveling light), but the Linhof is better if the range is sufficient.
@mattblaze@federate.social So the range is the primary reason you’re preferring the Rogeti for your use cases?
@RecoveredExpert Right. Also the geared panning option (which I like occasionally). But the Linhof is otherwise much more precise and fun to use.
@mattblaze@federate.social I’ll probably get the RG-1, as it seems to be likely the head thats best overall for my standard use-case(s).
Just curious: did you keep your previous head after getting the RG-1? If so, are you still using it occasionally and in what situations?
@RecoveredExpert@mastodon.social Yes, I kept the Linhof (and the Arca Cube, too). That’s a bit extravagant, admittedly, but they all have different strengths and weaknesses.