Opteka TS-1 TacShot Release Monopods

The Opteka TacShot is a compact and convenient trigger-style tactical ballhead, designed for lightweight video or still photography. The very act of taking your hand away from the grip locks the head into position, which eliminates the extra step of having to tighten a knob or lever before being ready to shoot. You have immediate access to half of a sphere in which to position your camera. The TacShot's body is crafted from high impact polycarbonate with the ball head and internal assemblies made from high quality aluminum. A bull's eye style single bubble level helps quickly achieve a perfectly level shot with just a glance at your hand. The included quick release plates allow you to remove your camera at a moment's notice.

The Opteka TacShot can be used with all makes and models of tripods that have either a 1/4"-20 or a 3/8"-16 threaded center column post.

The Opteka TacShot can support up to 6.6 lbs. For example, that means 35mm up to an 80-200mm f/2.8 lens. This head is ideal for both tripods and monopods.

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Fantastic! -Pull the Trigger! A Newbie of sorts to dSLR photography. If you dabble in photography as I do or if your a Pro you already know that it is not cheap. I was looking for a quick release for my tripod so I went to a local camera shop in town and discovered the "Pistol Grip". It offers quick release for my dSLR. Phenomenal motion/movement when needed and when it's not needed, it's good and solid. The asking price at the local camera shop in my area was $80.00. I found this gem on Amazon for ~$29.00. It's pretty much the same one they had at my local camera shop. It's built out solid materials. It even has a leveling bubble on top of the trigger handle to boot. It's super easy to put on your existing tripod and even easier to operate. Just pull the trigger and aim your camera. Once you find the spot you want release the trigger and your ready to take a picture. Do yourself a favor and pull the trigger on this purchase, you wont regret it!

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Manfrotto 190XDB Aluminum Tripod

Awesome - steady, light, high-quality tripod. Manfrotto among other great tripod manufacturers (Giottos) always rank high among fellow photographers.
This is my entry level tripod - at a very reasonable price - that has yet to let me down. It feels very sturdy and is light to carry around.

The Manfrotto 190XDB three-section tripod is stable, flexible, and easy to use, making it a great choice for amateur and professional photographers alike. The tripod is distinguished by its redesigned aluminum frame, which is lighter than previous incarnations and slightly more compact. As a result, it's more convenient to bring this tripod along on shoots without weighing yourself down. Plus, the ergonomics of the leg-angle release mechanism and the quick-action leg locks have also been greatly improved, making it a breeze to open, position, and close the tripod in just a few seconds. The tension of the locking mechanism is even user-adjustable, so you can find the right tension for your comfort level. And should you need to balance the tripod on an uneven surface, you can set each of the legs to a different spread angle over the tripod's center of gravity--a must for nature shots on outdoor terrain. Click here to see the price!

Specifications:
* Color: Black
* Includes tripod head: No
* Closed length: 21.06 inches
* Minimum height: 13.78 inches
* Maximum height: 57.48 inches
* Maximum height with center column down: 46.65 inches
* Load capacity: 11 pounds
* Material: Aluminum
* Leg cross section: Round
* Column cross section: 3-faceted
* Leg sections: 3
* Bubble spirit level: No
* Leg angles: 25, 46, 66, and 88 degrees
* Center column: Rapid
* Column tube diameter: 25mm
* Attachment: 3/8-inch screw
* Weight: 3.52 pounds
* Warranty: 2 years

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Manfrotto 327RC2 Joystick Head

One more thing that actually call my attention was that it won an awardfor best accesory. If you wanna know more about it, type these words in google: "327RC2 Joystick Heads Win TIPA 2010 Best Accessory Award". None of the heads from other competitors has ever won anythng like that.

I can wrap up saying that I'm in love with these two manfrotto products. I am so happy that I didn't pay extra buck for something that looked fancier that was not as good AND FUN as this one. Manfrotto won this one over gitzo.

This is a superb head for quick setups, fast positioning changes and ease of use. It is much smaller than my 808RC4 3-way monster head and has back-pressure springs to help keep things positioned. The handle can be reversed for lefties, but that matters not to me.

The 808RC4 serves my needs for an accurately adjustable pan head. And the 327RC2 head compliments this by providing flexible and quick positioning for those times when holding the camera and lighting secure is desired, but that the camera should still be allowed quick angular adjustments to follow subjects. This head allows 90 degree angles up and down, forward and to the left side. Change the camera mount to reverse those angles. Further, the 0x55PROB tripod I own will allow this head to achieve greater angular positioning still.

It's a good head and I'm happy I have it. Click here to buy it.

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SLIK MINI PRO V Tripod table-top

The SLIK MINI PRO V table stand handle has a 2-way pan head with a frying pan for moving a camera easier. The two stage legs about 1.25 inches for added stability with heavier cameras to be extended. A compact traveler, the SLIK MINI PRO V is less than 8 inches long, packaged and weighing less than one pound. Like the other tripods in the MINI PRO line, the SLIK MINI PRO V a suction cup at the base of the column in the center, which is inserted in a window or smooth metal surface for a photo. The MINI PRO V can also be chest-pod by the column that half or more towards the center and placing the legs against the chest to be used to stabilize the camera. Suction cup will not support a camera weighing more than 16 oz (£ 1). This little thing can handle a lot of weight because of their size. It is a Canon EOS 5D with 24-105 f/4L IS lens and 430EX flash continuously - in portrait or landscape mode! (You have the "side" of the camera mounted on the base to do for shots in portrait mode.) This is a good 3 or 4 pounds of gear, and actually destroyed a lot of weight my Gorillapod SLR-business. It is not a problem for the swallow, though. For weight reasons, this tripod is no longer expected to work long lenses, but if the lens is large enough to stay, then it might work. I could be with my 70-200 f/4L use both vertically and horizontally, to assist with a little attention to the legs at a right angle, where it should have be. Another note: I have version "II" on the stand (the current version that Amazon sells is "V") which I bought used in 2002. It still strong! "V" looks exactly the same as me, for Amazon image.       SLIK MINI PRO V - Tripod - table-top by Slik  (16 customer reviews) Price:   $29.95   8 used & new from $28.95 In Stock     Faiqotul Himmah requested that we send this e-mail. If you have questions about Amazon.com, please visit our Help Department. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this e-mail was sent; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit Amazon.com. © 2010 Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Amazon, Amazon.com, the Amazon.com logo, and 1-Click are registered trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon.com, 410 Terry Avenue N., Seattle, WA 98109-5210. Reference: 17102050

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Manfrotto 498RC2 Release Replaces 488RC2

Manfrotto 498RC2 ball head is the completely redesigned for better usability. A new button friction design allows the photographer to achieve better control when handling the camera and make micro-motion without fully locking and unlocking of the ball. The buttons have been redesigned to be ergonomic, easy to use and user friendly. The ergonomic design allows the user to more securely lock the ball. A locking lever mobile users, it allows for a convenient place for use in the most convenient. Just drag, put in a good position and then release. This model has an RC2 quick release plate includes a system of security that an unintentional release of the camera from the head occurs. The locking lever locks the head in both spheres of 90 ° -90 ° of movement and positioning of the pan 360 °. With sturdy aluminum construction, this title is an ideal support for all analog and digital cameras for small and medium weight of up to 17 pounds. This replaces the Manfrotto 488RC2. Moreover, I prefer to the 498RC2 joystick because it smooth with little or no shelter. With the rotation of the camera and the lens and the lens is easy when you get used to after using the joystick. For the money, I prefer this much more expensive headset for the "Right Stuff" wheels. Pro does not agree. Maybe if a headset for hours a day you have to pay need to use the Right Stuff. I am happy with this and sell my new Manfrotto 498RC2 joystick.       Manfrotto 498RC2 Ball Head with Quick Release Replaces Manfrotto 488RC2 by Manfrotto  (21 customer reviews) Price:   $129.90   10 used & new from $128.88 In Stock     Faiqotul Himmah requested that we send this e-mail. If you have questions about Amazon.com, please visit our Help Department. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this e-mail was sent; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit Amazon.com. © 2010 Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Amazon, Amazon.com, the Amazon.com logo, and 1-Click are registered trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon.com, 410 Terry Avenue N., Seattle, WA 98109-5210. Reference: 17102050

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Manfrotto 234RC Monopod Quick Release

An excellent addition to your monopod, this simple tilt head to allow a camera on a Monopod to be turned 90° to provide either vertical or horizontal format. With quick release camera plate system and secondary safety lock you can quickly and easily mount your camera on the monopod. This replaces the Bogen Manfrotto 3229. The Manfrotto 234RC is amazingly solid and well-built, made from very thick metal. If you are looking for something light-weight, then this is NOT the monopod head for you. However, if you are looking for something that will last forever and hold your expensive camera gear securely, this is the one. Its very easy to pop your camera gear on and off the head with the quick release, which I really like for sports photography.       Manfrotto 234RC Monopod Head Quick Release - Replaces 3229 by Manfrotto  (39 customer reviews) Price:   $39.10   18 used & new from $34.99 In Stock     Faiqotul Himmah requested that we send this e-mail. If you have questions about Amazon.com, please visit our Help Department. Please note that product prices and availability are subject to change. Prices and availability were accurate at the time this e-mail was sent; however, they may differ from those you see when you visit Amazon.com. © 2010 Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. All rights reserved. Amazon, Amazon.com, the Amazon.com logo, and 1-Click are registered trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Amazon.com, 410 Terry Avenue N., Seattle, WA 98109-5210. Reference: 17102050

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Professional Ball Head Camera Mount

Professional Ball Head Camera Mount

Normally, mounting a camera on a monopod steadies it enough for superior exposures. With the ball mount, you can lean the monopod into a rock or tree, and still aim the camera for a good composition. Using this method with a delayed shutter release, it's possible to bracket motionless multiple exposures for HDR images. Nice when a tripod is too heavy to haul.

The ball mount allows you to hold the camera out at the end of the monopod for nifty self-portraits with lots of scenery in the background. The ball mount can also position the camera at the right angle over fences and crowds, into holes and around corners, for perspectives that would otherwise be out of reach. Definitely worth keeping in a pocket. Mini ball head with single knob for ball and pan functions.

Professional Ball Head Camera Mount Product Features:

1. Weight: 1.8 ounces
2. Load capacity: 4.4 lbs
3. Base with 3/8-Inch socket with 1/4-Inch bushing
4. Top plate with 1/4-Inch thread
5. Height: 2.4-Inch

Most Helpful Professional Ball Head Camera Mount Customer Reviews:

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars - Lightweight but good, September 6, 2007 By Bookloving Grandma "Tex"

Watch how many pounds a ball head holds before you order any of them. This one is small and would hold maybe 2-3 pounds.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars - Giottos MH1004 Mini Ball Head with Single Knob, February 26, 2008 By Jean A. Mccormick "Italianquassolo"

Was given to me as a Christmas Gift. Works with my Monopod beatifully. Can't imagine taking photos without using this attachment. Adjusts easily and works great. I just leave it on top of my monopod.

Buy now from amazon, with cheapest price.

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