mark_booth1

In the newspaper crops above, I don't think the 70-200 (@ 135mm) looks any less sharp. I

think the 135mm prime simply provides better contrast. To my eye, sharpness is about

the same.

Just in case anyone is reading this thread at some later date, it should be pointed out that

the Gitzo (paper) catalog contains an error. It lists the 2227 at 53.7" (maximum w/o

center column extended) and the 2228 at 56.5". The Bogen website (and B&H's specs) list

them as the opposite. The 2227 is actually the taller of the two (both colum down and

column up).

Mark

One thing you might want to consider before ordering one of these accessory straps

(that attach at the tripod socket) is that it may block quick access to your battery

door. A real pain if you are in a hurry to change the battery.

Mark

I will also be attending in San Diego. Thank you for the excellent

overview. I'm looking forward to it more than ever!

Mark