Take the versatility of a ball head, add true ergonomic control and you get the 322RC2 ... more
Horizontal Grip Action Ballhead! The 322RC2 is unique in that it allows you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position. This is du...
Postage & Packaging: £6.00 Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
Take the versatility of a ball head, add true ergonomic control and you get the 322RC2 ... more
Horizontal Grip Action Ballhead! The 322RC2 is unique in that it allows you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position. This is du...
Postage & Packaging: free Super Saver Delivery Availability: Usually dispatched within 1-2 business days...
Advantages: Basic in design and foolproof Disadvantages: None that I can envisage
I Recently purchased 234RCHead, First time use proved to be either too stiff or too slack in operation with a 50-500 zoom. I dismantled the head for a quick look and found a disc of friction material of approximately 25mm outside diameter x 6mm bore. In a similar manner to another review of this item, I fitted P.T.F.E. shims cut out from sheet material and fitted these in place of the original friction disc. When dismantled, friction disc originally fits in a recess. I used 1 off 1mm shim at opposite end to recess to avoid metal to metal contact, and 2 pieces 1mm shim with a 6mm I/D-25mm O/D washer sandwiched between to make a shim-pack to fill recess. While you are at it, replace the 6mm x 65mm bolt with a stainless steel item.
Similarly with Manfrotto 680 or other model monopod where all 5mm mild steel screws and nuts were replaced ...
Advantages: Ease of use, ease to carry. Disadvantages: load capacity only 1kg
From ease of use, to packing away this is the sweetest tripod I have ever used, it do'es not break the bank to buy, Modo Maxi offers the height you need, but folds up to a compact 43,5 cm. The 785B is ideal for travelling, hiking, sports or even web photo/video applications, and if you need spares or extra parts they are easy to order. Tech spec are as follows:
closed length 43.5 cm
minimum height 17.5 cm
maximum height 150.5 cm
maximum height (with center column down) 127.0 cm
weight 0.9800 kg
load capacity 1.0 kg
panoramic rotation 360 °
color black
built-in head yes
material aluminum legs and technopolymer
lateral tilt -90° / +90°
front tilt 0° / +90°
leg cross section oval
column cross section round
leg sections 5
quick ...
Advantages: Sturdy, Precise, Hard wearing finishes, Robust materials Disadvantages: None (probably too heavy for a 35mm format camera user)
Manfrotto makes 'un-complicated' tripods and this tool is simply one of the best tripods of its grade. The detailing, colour and finishes are very classic and robust at the same time. I use a Hasselblad V system and the 055D meets all my requirements on location.
One should also carefully choose the ideal head for the camera. The pan 'lock-in levers' on my Manfrotto Ball Head are built and finished very well (this head can easily support a medium format camera at any angle). The matt steel finish is very hard-wearing and overall a very smart looking Tripod.
The tripod requires less maintenance as well.
PROS: Good Weight, Ideal for Architectural, Interior and on-site work. Value for money. Long lasting.
CONS: None. ...
Product Information for "Manfrotto 322RC2 Tripod head" »
Tripod
Quick Release System
Built-in
Max Supported Weight
5 kg
Supported Devices
Camera
Features
Built-in bubble level
Tripod head
Tripod Head
Ball
Manufacturer's product description
Take the versatility of a ball head, add true ergonomic control and you get the 322RC2 Horizontal Grip Action Ballhead! The 322RC2 is unique in that it allows you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position. This is due to the revolutionary design of its grip handle which incorporates the ball lock lever. A friction control wheel lets you regulate the power of the blocking mechanism to match the weight of your camera and lens. The 322RC2 is made from magnesium for lightweight performance, and is designed to keep the weight of your equipment as close as possible to the tripod's center of gravity by way of its reduced height. It is this fact, matched with the precision construction of the 322RC2 that gives the head its load capacity of 11 lbs (5.5lb capacity when in the vertical position). The 322RC2 comes complete with a built-in bubble spirit level and quick release camera plate (standard 1/4 - 20" screw, with secondary safety pin). The 322RC2 is suitable for use with 35mm or medium format cameras. In addition, you can also mount the 322RS shutter release accessory. The 322RS is a world's first. With its remote control electronic camera shutter release, the 322RC2 becomes the only photographic head available today that can put camera control within reach without having to move your hand from the head grip to the camera body.
