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Reddit mentions of Manfrotto 322RC2 Heavy Duty Joystick Grip Ball Head ,Black
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 3
We found 3 Reddit mentions of Manfrotto 322RC2 Heavy Duty Joystick Grip Ball Head ,Black. Here are the top ones.
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Unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one positionRevolutionary grip handle design with ball lock leverFriction control wheel regulates power of the blocking mechanism to match the weight of your camera and lensBuilt-in bubble spirit level and quick release camera plateLoad capacity of 11 pounds; 5.5 pound capacity when in the vertical position
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 4 Inches |
| Length | 6 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | April 2006 |
| Weight | 3.0864 Pounds |
| Width | 4 Inches |
I really like my Manfrotto 055XPROB. The amount of ways you can set it up are impressive. Legs lock at different angles, center post goes sideways (or 'under' the tripod), etc. This type of tripod needs a head in order to be complete. I've got a joystick grip head on mine which is a little expensive, but the ball head is pretty reasonable.
The thing seems bulletproof, I've even used a magic arm to clamp speedlights to it to get a quick and easy off-camera lighting setup.
I got a very good used deal (eBay) for the tripod, head, and bag (which I never would have sprung for if not in the set, but am VERY glad that I have).
I use manfrotto. I've also fallen in love with this lovely joystick head
So, by way of followup, I've pretty much decided to follow your advice and pull the trigger on a 190XPROB. Its versatility makes me believe that it will cover many of my needs in one go.
One thing I didn't mention earlier (because I'd been looking in a tabletop direction) is that I currently have a $110 Oben tripod/head combo, which has done rather well for me so far, particular insofar as being light and compact. But clearly the Manfrotto beats it in versatility, and, I imagine, stability.
Upgrading the Oben to a Manfrotto would also get me away from Oben's mediocre ball head (whose tightening mechanism annoys me).
I also happen to have recently purchased a Sirui carbon monopod and a Manfrotto 234RC swivel head, so it would be nice to be able to leave my RC2 quickplates on my camera and lens foot.
If you don't mind, this brings me to a question about heads. I'm not a fan of Oben's tightening mechanism, which looks an awful lot like the one found on the 498. So, what's the consensus on grip or tilt/pan heads?
I particularly like the look of the 322RC2 Short Joystick Head.
And I could also see a case being made for the 804RC2 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head.
Anyway, curious what your thoughts are. Sorry for the long-windedness!