Versatile, large range of adjustment, steadiness, lightness - good value at a higher price.

None really - once you get used to the method of operation, it's easy.

This was originally bought as an additional head for unusual situations or at the end of an extension arm. It has fulfilled this purpose very well and shown its versatility in other areas. I've found it very versatile and stable while being very light. Once you get used to the idea of holding the camera while making adjustments (much like a ball head), you find that it is capable of very fine adjustment - useful for shots where alignment is important, such as architecture. In fact, I was so impressed with this head that I bought the 460Mg (US 3437) which is a similar design but lighter (cast magnesium) despite having a quick release plate and a bubble level. Both are excellent.

Customer Service

None needed (this is a simple piece of equipment).

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A wide variety of tripod heads.

Lightweight, compact, well made, sturdy for lightweight equipment.

Slow to make adjustments.

This is a great lightweight head for traveling or hiking. A ball head might be more convienient, but at this price it's hard to beat.

Customer Service

Not needed.

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Slik.

Quality, solid construction - built to
last. Not the least bit
flimsy. Plenty adquate
for my 35mm SLR Camera.
Allows for precise aiming of camera.

Does not have quick release feature.

Excellent price to value relationship for
SLR Cameras.

Customer Service

No experience

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None - this is my first
Tripod head and will probably be my last unless this Tripod is stolen.

Very compact, versitile camera positioning, and secure locks. A very reasonable price and good quality construction.

Not a good choice for bulky or heavy cameras. Slow to use compared to most panheads and ballheads.

This head seemed more secure than the small ballhead when I bought it. If I'd realized then how awkward it would be to use I would've chosen the ball. It's best suited to lightweight setups for around town and travel photography. On the positive side, it was inexpensive and the workmanship is better than you might expect for the price. It should last the casual user a lifetime.

Customer Service

probably won't ever need it

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Bogen's small ballhead

Quality build, nice locking levers, good value

No quick release, panning is a bit sticky, pan and tilt is awkward

I'm not crazy about this tripod head, but it was a good value to go with my Bogen 3021 tripod legs. Overall I like it because it is very solid and durable. However, it is not easy to use if you are adjusting the pan and tilt a lot. The friction when panning is fair. This is definitely a good value for a starter head, but just not enough when you get more serious.

Customer Service

None needed

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Cheap tripods

durability
range of motion
fairly lightweight
price

none

I think this tripod head is better than what some of the other reviewers have written(probably for what we are using it for). I bought it for macro work, and it hasn't let me down. I think it is much more versatile than a ballhead, it can get you into positions that are unreal--something a ballhead can't do. I haven't had any problems with adjustments, nor panning(but then I think that is where a ballhead would be recommended). Overall I wouldn't trade this one in.

Customer Service

haven't a need for them

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