Anybody using a gimble head on their tripod?

Bill16

Senior Member
I've just come a crossed the gimble heads thinking about my 80-400mm lens! For quick shots that are impossible on a ball head. I'm not the steadiest hand, and I'd like to take better critter shots, like squirls and such. So this type of head intrigued my curiosity! :)

I'd appreciate and info you would be able to share with me, and what's the best brands to focus on if I do eventually try one. :)
 

Bill16

Senior Member
I found a wimberley WH200 on eBay I'll keep an eye on. But I imagine it will go up higher than I can afford. At least it will get me an idea on what kind of money I would need to save up if I decide to get one! :)
 

Bill16

Senior Member
Wimberley seems to be the ARCA swiss of gimble heads, with prices to match. Lol :)

This might have to be something for the future for me, but it does look like something that would work very well for my wildlife critters shots! :D
 

Don Kondra

Senior Member
Hi Bill,

I'm using a Jobu Jr. 2 Gimbal with my 80-400mm and am Very pleased with it !

The current model is the Jobu Jr. 3 @ ~ $350 and you will need a plate for the lens collar @ ~ $50.

Off shore knock offs are going for ~ $100 on ebay and have been getting good reviews on another forum.

I just happened to be in a camera store when the first Jobu Gimbal arrived and asked the salesperson to set it up with a camera/lens.

Just like a kid in a candy store, I was calling over complete strangers to "look at this thing" :)

Once balanced you can move the combo with next to no pressure with one finger.

Walked out with it that day...

Cheers, Don
 

mikew_RIP

Senior Member
As you may remember Bill i bought a cheap one to try,the thing is ime still happy with what it does so haven't considered upgrading

GIMBAL TRIPOD HEAD. BEIKE BK-45, for large telephoto lenses. NEW, UK STOCK | eBay

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