p.1 #1 · Benro FS20PRO 501 Hybrid Photo/Video Head
Anyone have any experience with the Benro FS20PRO 501 Hybrid Photo/Video Head (https://benrousa.com/benro-fs20proc501-hybrid-photo-video-head/?srsltid=AfmBOorC1pynHP8M2BeTdCcIJgKx-t6dLK_y5_0TOkh8rn_IfqbCWYLC)? I am in search of a hybrid pan/tilt-ball head and this is the closest I've been able to find, at least in my budget (under 200$). My kit is going to be pretty light - 5 pounds at most. I'll be using mostly for landscape as well as dipping my toe into some macro work (which is the primary reason for wanting the control of a pan/tilt). I also do some wildlife, hence the desire for a ball head option. Kit consists of Nikon D7500, Nikon 16-80, Nikon 300 f/4 PF, and a Nikon 105mm micro. I do not plan on doing much if any video work. I want to stick with arca swiss type quick release. Thanks in advance.
p.1 #2 · Benro FS20PRO 501 Hybrid Photo/Video Head
Isn't that the version for a Bogen plate rather than A-S? It seems quite light duty with a tiny ball so I would not want to aim a 300mm accurately lens with it. Why do you want a pan-tilt for macro? I'd just look for a regular ball head on a tight budget.
p.1 #3 · Benro FS20PRO 501 Hybrid Photo/Video Head
I have this head and it's fine for the price. I had it with my tripod; you can't get it without this head. But I was only interested in the tripod. The ball head is quite small and it's generally difficult to make very fine adjustments. On the other hand, the head is nice and light.
You can take photos with either one when it matters, but the Leofoto is just much more precise and comfortable to use.
If you're ever in Europe, you're welcome to have it; I don't use it anymore.
