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Take the versatility of a ball head, add true ergonomic control and you get the 322RC2 Horizontal Grip Action Ballhead!The 322RC2 is unique in that it allows you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position. This is due to the revolutionary design of its grip handle which incorporates the ball lock lever. A friction control wheel lets you regulate the power of the blocking mechanism to match the weight of your camera and lens. The 322RC2 is made from magnesium for lightweight performance, and is designed to keep the weight of your equipment as close as possible to the tripod's center of gravity by way of its reduced height. It is this fact, matched with the precision construction of the 322RC2 that gives the head its load capacity of 11 lbs (5.5lb capacity when in the vertical position).The 322RC2 comes complete with a built-in bubble spirit level and quick release camera plate (standard 1/4 - 20" screw, with secondary safety pin).The 322RC2 is suitable for use with 35mm or medium format cameras. In addition, you can also mount the 322RS shutter release accessory. The 322RS is a world's first. With its remote control electronic camera shutter release, the 322RC2 becomes the only photographic head available today that can put camera control within reach without having to move your hand from the head grip to the camera body.
Summary
Product Title: Manfrotto/Bogen 322RC2 GRIP ACTION BALL HEAD
Manufacturer: Manfrotto/Bogen
Lowest Price: $169.88 from Amazon.com
Power Score: 4.4 | 11 Reviews
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Product Reviews (11)
best grip head
Strengths: Flexible, quick and accurate
Weakness: none
The 322RC2 is the most flexible grip ball head. It can be mounted in three positions: left handed, right handed or vertically. I'm using it vertically right now because it's more convenient and more accurate. It's rated to support 5 lbs when mounted vertically. It handles my digital rebel XT, Kenko 2x tele-converter, 28-135 IS lens with big zoom rubber hood, and 420ex flash without any problem....
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By xiaowei - Jul 25, 2005
Very light, made of cast aluminum,...
Strengths: Versatile, quick and easy to use. This new model can be used with the grip in vertical or horizontal position, adding to versatily.
Weakness: It uses Manfrotto type of quick release plates, not the trade standard Arca Swiss followed by pro ballhead manufacturers like Markins, Arca Swiss itself -of course- Linhof, Kirk, Foba.
Very light, made of cast aluminum, it does not add much to the weight of your monopod or tripod (0.78Kg, or 1.7 lbs), an important consideration in the field. I do not hesitate to recommend this nice gadget, so far proven to be ideal for 35mm cameras with short or medium focal length lenses. I used it first with the Nikon F4s + 75-300mm f/4.5-5.6 AF Zoom Nikkor and it is was a real pleasure to...
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By jrpalacios - Mar 23, 2005
Since its a ball mount, not...
Strengths: Fast positioning, sturdy, well made, converts from left to right hand grip. Primiarily horizontal but can do veritcal.
Since its a ball mount, not sutible for multiple exposure panorama's where you'd want a conventional head to pivot horizontally.
Sized well for 35, would not feel comfortable with larger med. format like Mamiya RZ67.
Like quick release shoe.
By slocool - Nov 27, 2004
Manfrotto Ball Head
Strengths: Extremely easy to adjust.
This is a great product. I was impressed with the quality. Besides that, the design makes it very easy to adjust to create perfect framing. I also ordered the electronic shutter release. I have yet to use that, but think it is a great concept and will prove to help me to shoot much more efficiently when using my tripod. I paired this head with the 3001bpro legs and think it will be a great combo.
By laurakbeck - Jul 5, 2006
Bogen Manfrotto 322RC2 Grip Action Ball Head
Strengths: Light weight, quick release, quick and easy positioning of the attached camera.
Weakness: difficult to do horizontal panning
Just got this ball head and have used it so far to do macro photography. Love the eazy positioning feature. Framing the obj. just right is a no brainer. Able to be switched from right to left hand grip will surely accomodate the "lefty" photog, but is not a big deal for me. It also allows conversion to vertical position with no fuss.
By jjchan - Dec 15, 2005