t_oldrini Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 I am just about to purchase a Gitzo G1325 for my 67 w/55mm,105mm and 200mm. I was naturally considering buying a Gitzo head to go with it (G1378M) but have noticed that in all discussions everyone seems to opt for an Arca Swiss head or similar. As my budget is limited I am inclined to go for the Gitzo but am now wondering if this will be sufficient as no-one else seems to ever even mention them. Is there a reason for this or do most people just go for the best? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
william_henry_hurry Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 look for Arca-Swiss B-1 and olso Linhof B2-Pro, go to the Internet site: www.reallyrightstuff.com they had a lecture section etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ilkka Posted February 17, 2004 Share Posted February 17, 2004 In short: Gitzo heads are good, Arca heads are the best. If money is no object, do get the Arca head. If it is, you may decide to do as I did and get the Gitzo head and save a bundle. Gitzo heads are very well built for the money if you can get a good deal. In my experience you only need a very heavy tripod/head if you use lenses of 300 mm or longer. And then your 1325 would probably not be enough either, at least not when extended. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay dougherty Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Gitzo heads, IMO, are no longer the best. In fact, I have sworn them off entire, having had one too many lock-ups for my taste and patience. If you're shooting long lenses, get a Wimberley and dedicate a tripod to the endeavour. If not, then your Gitzo suggestion would be fine. Bogen makes a good Pro Ball head. Really Right Stuff now makes fine ball heads. Avoid Gitzo; servicing those heads is a pain, as well, at least for those in the U.S. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay dougherty Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 I meant to say Arca heads are no longer the best. I wish there were a way to edit these messages after having posted them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael_beckmann Posted February 1, 2005 Share Posted February 1, 2005 Arca Swiss heads are the best. My B1 hasn't locked up once in over ten years, and I think people should stop spreading this alleged lock up crap. It sounds as if all Arca Swiss heads would lock up for everyone all of the time, since it gets repeated over and over. I can't hear it anymore. If you believe your product is faulty, have it replaced, but don't whine about it on each and every online forum. I'll buy another Arca Swiss head soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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