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Review Date
March 8, 2009
Overall Rating
 3 of 5
Value Rating
 3 of 5
Used product for
More than 1 year
Visitors rate this review
4.00 of 5, 1 votes
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Reviewed by
WILLIAM
, Intermediate
Price Paid
$130.00
at PHOTORAMA- LOCAL SHO
Photography Experience
6-10 years
, Outdoor
Summary
HAVE HAD THIS HEAD 5 YEARS. LOVE THE PISTOL ACTION. HOWEVER, HEAD IS NOW SLIPPING IN ANYTHING BUT VERTICAL OR FULL HORIZNTAL. SAME ACTION/HOLD WHEN FULLY TIGHT OF FULLY LOOSE.
Strengths
QUICK ACTION
Weaknesses
HEAD SLIPS ON BALL NO MATTER HOW TIGHT OR LOOSE THE SCREW IS.
Similar Products Used
NONE
Customer Service
NONE
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Review Date
January 14, 2007
Overall Rating
 5 of 5
Value Rating
 4 of 5
Used product for
More than 1 year
Visitors rate this review
5.00 of 5, 1 votes
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Reviewed by
Galan
, Professional
Price Paid
$122.00
at Allen's Camera & Vid
Photography Experience
21+ years
, Outdoor
Summary
I have solved one issue with my tripods in that they, for the most part are limited utilization pieces of equipment ie. tripods with locking legs and a center. Putting the #3265 ball head onto my Bogen Benbo #1 Cantilever type tripod gives me total control over the environments I often frequent.
The #3265 ball head is fast to position, has NEVER released my camera or lens when using the provided locking lever (I have tried the 600mm F/4 Nikkor but it cannot handle that kind of weight - though it DID NOT drop the lens).
What I do like about this pistol grip style arrangement is it's ease of use, speed in setting up and the ability to make reasonable presets for critical macro shots with a minimum of effort although I will say it does take some getting used to using over the traditional ball head designs which are a nightmare compared to this.
Strengths
Versatility and ease of use.
It has adjustable pressure on the ball so can accommodate a variety of lens sizes and camera setups.
Positive locking... once in place, it wants to stay put.
Weaknesses
Not for everyone. it is not an Arca-Swiss but within reason it can support most lenses up to perhaps a 300mm with satisfactory results.
the locking lever has some play so if not put in properly, the device might not hold but I don't blame the grip as much as I would the photographer... my failings have been my failing to insure the lock was fully seated.
Similar Products Used
I have not seen anything similar.
Customer Service
Bogen has been exemplary for me. I have contacted them for parts to do minor repairs with nothing but positive help and support
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Review Date
August 5, 2004
Overall Rating
3 of 5
Value Rating
3 of 5
Used product for
More than 1 year
Visitors rate this review
2.33 of 5, 3 votes
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Reviewed by
Kevin Mac
, Intermediate
Price Paid
$75.00
at Kerrisdale Cameras
Photography Experience
11-20 years
, Outdoor
Summary
I've used this head for about 7 years on my spotting scope. It was the perfect solution for my small manfrotto tripod that was too short for me. It provided an extra 4 inches of height over the head provided with the tripod. It is also very easy to use and quick to get the scope on the subject.
Strengths
Great design, so easy to use! Rugged construction has put up with my abuse for years.
Weaknesses
The scope is always loosening off the quick release plate. It is not smooth- there has always been jumps and sticks when using. You can actually get hand fatigue when scanning for long periods of time.
Similar Products Used
Bogen 486 compact
Customer Service
not used
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Review Date
December 26, 2003
Overall Rating
 4 of 5
Value Rating
4 of 5
Used product for
3 Months to 1 year
Visitors rate this review
5.00 of 5, 1 votes
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Reviewed by
TwoBoy
, Expert
Price Paid
$130.00
at Singer Photographic
Photography Experience
21+ years
, Outdoor
Summary
Fitted to the Manfrotto 055CL provides a nice stable platform. I use it with a Sigma 50~500 and 10D.
Strengths
Very accurate and positive feel. Ideal for speed.
Weaknesses
You have to get used to using the locking pin each time otherwise sooner or later you will drop your camera.
Similar Products Used
1st pistol grip.
Customer Service
Not needed.
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Review Date
March 24, 2003
Overall Rating
4 of 5
Value Rating
 5 of 5
Used product for
More than 1 year
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Reviewed by
tom_darnall
, Professional
, from Portland, Oregon
Price Paid
$75.00
at B&H
Photography Experience
21+ years
, Outdoor
Summary
Well-designed pistol grip ballhead. If you know what kinds of cameras (and positions) work well with this product, for many 35mm/digital and light 2-1/4 uses, it is a joy to work with. I'm on my second one; the ball grip started slipping a bit after 1-1/2 years of heavy use. I use it with 35mm and Mamiya 7II cameras, with relatively lightweight lens rigs. Use with Bogen carbon-fiber tripod.
Strengths
Intuitive, fast, relatively light
Weaknesses
Not suitable for heavy cameras or lenses, not very stable in vertical shooting position, gripping ability degrades over time.
Similar Products Used
Traditional smaller ballheads.
Customer Service
Never tested it.
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