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Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ballhead with B2-40-LR Compact Lever-Release Clamp The BH-40 recently underwent a slight re-design. The images at the left reflect the new design. Here's what's changed: Weight reduced from 13.0z to 11.9 oz (336g) (an 8.5% reducti...  

I'll be getting a 3-Legged Thing tripod soon with their own ballhead. Obviously not as good as Really Right Stuff, but I will see how it is.

There's a lot of good tripods out there and it's always nice to have options. Have you nailed down your choices for a tripod? -MW

its a superb robust piece of kit albeit a bit heavy and tall when collapsed, but along with a ballhead it has a unique feature ive never seen before. the centre column comes out and can then be put back in horizontally or at angles. perfect for overhead p... 

It's always good to hear about experiences with different brands and products. The ability to place the center column sounds like a great feature, look forward in your post about the Vangaurd! -MW

I bought my wife a RRS tripod and ball head for Christmas this year. She loves them!

Agree, they make great stuff! Which RRS tripod and ballhead did you get her? Do you use it when you shoot? -MW

She bought a Lumix GH-3 last year and her ancient Bogen was not a good match. She loves it. I have only played with it, she is a much better photographer than I am.

The Lumix takes great pictures! It's amazing how light the RRS tripod are but they are so sturdy. You should give yourself more credit, your Big Sur shot came out nice as do your VC and Panerai ones! -MW

One of the best ball heads in the market, period. Was seriously considering this , before I laid eyes n hands on the Arca Swiss C1 Cube .... Ouch !