Dennis M 1064 Offline Upload & Sell: Off
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Stability, portability ( a compromise between the two leaning towards stability) ease and smoothness operation. I have to buy things pretty much on the opinions of others, combined with research. I have been out of photography for over a decade. Since funds are rather difficult to come by and a long time in arriving, I want to make sure I get it as close to right as possible. It is a bit nerve racking, as professional gear is incredibly expensive. But if I don't make the jump now. . .I never will.
I would like to have something I can pack around, stuff in a suitcase for airline travel, big enough to work very well, but not so big that I end up leaving it in the truck. Hopefully it can handle a larger prime lens, in fair weather.
I used to back my 35mm film camera, a Sinar studio 4x5 and a studio Bogen tripod (aluminum) around, so I can handle a beefier carbon fiber tripod and head. John Shaw uses the setup I am inquiring about, and I understand that he is a bit particular about stability. I was hoping to see how other Pro's feel about that combination. I know a photographer in Washington that hates the RRS ball head and loves the Kirk. I never heard anyone say they "hate" the RRS head, so that was a bit . . . interesting. I can only do this once, and I am putting together a pretty expensive camera package. Just want as much info as possible. I live in the country in southern Maine, and after 12 years. . .know nobody, let alone professional phtographers in the area. But, I have you guys!
Hope that clears it up. And that was a very good question.
Cheers,
Dennis
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