Hi Melvin - I have just come across your video (perfect timing) as I have been researching this particular head. I will be wanting to use this head for producing panoramic images, but I have an information gap that needs addressing. | am having great difficulty establishing if the head rotates above the tripod centre - to explain: I am not so much worried about the fore/aft movement as that can be dealt with by the nodal rail adjusting the NPP point on the lens - but it is imortant (at least according to my research) to have the head centered on the left/right axis in order to give the stiching program the best chance of success. Can this head accommodate this?
Hi Melvin. If I can ask you a question please. I really like the look of this head but I have one reservation. Can the camera be tilted so as to face directly upwards?? I'm thinking for up through tree or tall buildings type shots. Thanks. Mike Jenkinson
Hi Michael. You will have limited movement when wanting to direct the camera to the sky due to the rear vertical knob catching the tripod base so Benro have created the geared head spacer. You can order it directly from WEX. Call them and place your order if they're showing 'Out of stock' or 'Awaiting stock'. www.wexphotovideo.com/benro-gdhad1-geared-head-adaptor-1682261/ I hope that helps. Best wishes Melvin
I don’t think this can do what I need but I’m hoping that you can confirm. I’ll explain via a scenario: I’m forced to set up my tripod in a manner that results in the base (upon which I screw on the head) isn’t level. Can this head be configured so that I can rotate the head to capture a series of even panoramic shots (as opposed to tilted panorama)?
Hi SS. You require a Benro LBA2 Levelling Adjustment Base £109.99 to allow you to level the tripod head regardless of the level of the tripod. I have one and it's fantastic for setting up pano shots quickly. www.parkcameras.com/p/6375926R/tripod-heads/benro/lba2-levelling-adjustment-base Let me know how you get on :-) Best wishes Melvin
I purchased the Benro Geared Head to replace a Manfrotto 410 head that siezed up in one of the movements...after 20 yrs of use! I loved that it was much lighter and, at last, Arca Swiss compatible. However, the QR locking knob loosened and fell off somewhere during my second job shooting, leaving me unable to remove the camera from the head. I got it loosened later with a pair of pliers. Like others, I can't even speak to B&H customer service or order another until after Passover 5 days from now! Aside from that, there is a lot of play in two of the geared movements. As much or more than the worn out Manfrotto head it replaced. This head gets really high reviews and I really wanted to like it, but will have to return it. I'm going to look into DIY repair of the 410 head and see if I can get another 20 years out of it!
Hi Bate. Oh dear. So your QR locking knob on the Benro GD3WH geared head fell off on the second time of using? I've not heard of one doing that. How unusual. Did B&H sort it for you?
Nice review, Melvin! Thank you. I am planning on buying this head to shoot a stop-motion short-film. For this, I need a head that can stand my camera (a Fuji X-T2) without moving at all for more than 30 hours straight. It would be a plus if it wouldn't break after two years of daily use. Which do you think would better suit me, a Manfrotto 410 or this Benro? Thank you!
Hi Marina. Glad you found the review useful. My opinion having used both the Manfrotto and the Benro is to go for the Benro. Weight is my biggest concern as I have to lug around the equipment all day and over difficult terrain sometimes. The Manfrotto weighs in around 1.2kg while the Benro an incredible 750g. That's a huge saving. The Benro is far and away more durable. Having dropped both of the heads on the ground from time to time, the Manfrotto became unusable whereas the Benro while damaged, still allowed me to continue using it due to its more durable materials used. And lastly I found the Benro to be smoother and easier to operate and to remain so whereas the Manfrotto became stiffer to turn the adjuster knobs over a period of time. There you go, my verdict. Let me know how you get on whichever product you purchase. Have a great day Marina :-)
I just receive my Benro GD3WH and as I have tested I have realized that I have a problem with my TS-e Canon 17mm, the knobs of the lens are hitting into the locking knob for the plate I have a L bracket plate for easy vertical & horizontal position. I have tried to put the camera 180 degrees around Z axis, but it's even worse I have found a dirty solution to put the original benro plate onto my L bracket, to raise it a little bit.
Hi Vase. Yes that can be a problem. The same problem affects the Manfrotto 410 too. Manfrotto brought out a 1" high spacer to place between the tripod and their geared head with elevates the head high enough to allow the rear knob to lower enough. I'm not sure if it will fit properly on the Benro tripod as the base plate on the tripod seems a little narrower. Might be worth a try for £20 www.photospecialist.co.uk/manfrotto-120-38-tripod-adapter
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You should stick with the Manfrotto 410 and buy the Hejnar Photo Arca swiss conversion plate.
Great head. My only complaint is that one of the handles extends below the base. This is not a problem on a tripod column, but it is an issue when you mount it on a flat plate. I had to buy a Manfrotto spacer to mount on the flat plate to provide clearance for the head. I wound up buying a geared center column to use with the geared head.
Hello. Compared to the Manfrotto 410 and considering that carrying weight is not an issue, which one would you use if you are going for the best possible stability in windy conditions? More weight might help with the stability but with the 410, my reservation is about more weight added upper to the system, hence the system's center of weight goes up too which might not be a good thing in windy conditions. Your thoughts on this?
Hi Teo. Apologies for the delay in replying, I only returned from New Zealand on Thursday so I am catching up on admin duties. I have owned both the very heavy Manfrotto 405 geared head as well as their lighter 410 version and the Benro is rock solid in comparison. The weight of the Benro comes in at 740g (not the 870 quoted by Benro) and it is very well made. I hope that helps. Best wishes Melvin
Thanks for the info. Im assuming thats your photo in the background. Ive seen it with an article posted on Facebook. Nice shot and thanks for the review 👍
Hi Mike. Yes that's my pride and joy in the background. My one in a million photo. It's certainly done and still doing the rounds on the intermet. Right place, right time and a fair bit of luck involved 😁
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom Very cool. I think i first seen it last winter and then it went around this winter too. Maybe it will be revived and relived for winters to come. Its a great photo. Id be proud of it too. The winters are long here and i loose hope of doing much photography but this inspires me to want to get back out there again. Lol
I can't seem to find it for sale. Any idea what the RRP will be, and also when it will be on public sale? Like you I've used Manfrotto geared heads for years.
Cheers bud. I'll need to start saving then :) Please let us all know what you really think of this head. I would not be without my 410, but the penalty is weight.
You know me Huw. I always give an honest opinion, after all, Benro are not paying me to compliment their kit, merely to use it and report to my followers and clients. But on first impressions and having used both the Manfrotto 410 and now their 405, I can confirm that so far, I am impressed with the build quality.
I've been looking for a geared head for a while; for use with either long telephoto or mirror lenses and long macro lenses (or greater than 1:1 at least). However the weight of these has always put me off. I don't doubt that both the Manfrotto 405 and 410's are well-built heads however they are just too heavy for someone who doesn't drive! Manfrotto has their MHXPRO-3WG which is in the same weight bracket as the Benro GD3WH (about 750grams) which makes them a bit lighter and more portable. I'd love to see a comparison between the two but I don't think that'd be an easy thing to do. Even so, thanks for your informative video, until now I was not aware than Benro made geared heads so its another option for me. Brilliant, thank you. If you have ever used the Manfrotto MHXPRO-3WG, I'd love to know what you think about it? Seems there's quite a mix of opinions on that one.
Hi Gavin. Apologies for the delay in replying. Christmas got in the way. In answer to your question and from someone who has both owned and used the Manfrotto 410 AND 405, the Benro kicks them both to the kerb. Sure the Manfrotto 405 is rock solid but at 1.6kg, is far too heavy. As for the Manfrotto 410, I had so many issues with them which ultimately came down to being designed poorly and out of materials that damage and bend too easily (such as the brass pins inside the knobs). The Benro is almost half of it's weight (Manfrotto 410 1.2kg vs Benro GD3WH at 741g) and is stronger. I have dropped mine on the odd occasion and the knobs have not bent whatsoever. Solid, lightweight and dependable. It is also smooth too with the knobs rotating freely. I have out mine through the ringer since April and I am very impressed. As for the Manfrotto MHPRO-3WG with it's rigid technopolymer body, forget it. It has more movement and wobble than my belly after Christmas, lol. Hope that helps Gavin.
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom Hello, many thanks for the reply and no need to apologise for the delay. Christmas is always a busy time (no exception here either really). I'm hoping to upgrade a few camera-related bits and pieces over the next few months and thanks to your in-depth video and reply, I have a feeling I know the Benro GD3WH will be on the purchase list. I also really appreciate your views on the MHPRO-3WG, that is pretty much echoed on a few other youtube videos and written reviews. I've always had alot of faith with the Manfrotto products I use so this is quite a surprise. The 460MG is certainly a favourite tripod head of mine. Thank you once again for making the video and the informative reply. Best regards. Gavin
Thanks Melvin, I've bought one on your recommendation to replace my elephantine Manfrotto 410 and it's perfect. Can you recommend a column spacer for the Gitzo Sytematic head that won't cost a fortune?
Hi Monty. You have two options regarding the spacer. The £19.95 Manfrotto MN120 (not named after my initials I'm told, ha, ha). www.parkcameras.com/p/9374111/tripod-accessories/manfrotto/120-38-inch-to-14-inch-thread-adapter?GoogleShopping&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoo7gBRDuARIsANeJKUYz8MQQ8IqvHKfjcVMyEOqS3zh4UFrtOmdUnAyc3orAuYwSGHUTF_YaAg_lEALw_wcB And the £68 and better looking Acratech Ballhead Riser 1045 from Bob Rigby Photographic www.bobrigby.com/acratech/item/acratech_ballhead_riser Hope that helps Monty. Keep on happy snapping.
Hi Andy This geared head from Benro could well address some of the issues of the Manfrotto 410, namely less weight. I'm looking forward to giving it a decent run out over the next few weeks.
I use to use the 405 and at 1.6kg, it was far too heavy and large and more industrial than I really needed. The Benro is less than half the weight at 741g and you really notice the less weight, especially when carrying the tripod for miles on your shoulders.
I just purchased a Manfrotto 405 and immediately returned it. Although strong and beautiful, the slow (fine) motion controls were simply horrible ! All three axis would bind and its gearing would gnash! Totally unacceptable. I'm looking forward to trying this head from Benro. Thanks for the review!
Hello Melvin, I just got credit for the returned 405 head, now B&H is closed until the 28th! I will be ordering it at that time. Thanks for chiming in.
Yes, they close for Passover. Adorama is the same way. Both run by Hasidic Jews. That's the breaks I guess. I'm sure it will be a great addition to the kit! I got heavy gear.
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom I just received mine.... It works perfectly and is a huge relief for my RE photography compared to a ballhead. If it holds up over time it'll be a gem. Cheers-
@@mlentsch So Mike. How has the Benro geared head coped these last six months? I'm curios to know :-) I love mine although the black metal blanking discs keep falling off, arghhh.
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom Do you mean the blue disks covering the axis? Mine remain attached although they weep black grease through the joint upon articulation. It's still solid and functions like new, but the grease thing is a bummer. I suppose that I could pop the covers off and rectify the situation... I still use it, however, as I haven't been in the mood to pony up $1K for a "real" one.
Hey Melvin, I'll be really interested to hear how you get on with this head. Are you coming from the 410 Junior Geared Head? You mentioned that one a couple of times. It's the head I have and I love it. But I've just replaced my tripod to try and save a bit of weight, and the Benro head could save me even more. I like the fact that it uses arca plates rather than the 410PL plates, and the 3 spirit levels look useful as well. Looking forward to hearing more! :-)
Hi Julian. I had the Manfrotto 405 head previously but have used the 410 too. I love the Benro GD3WH geared head. It's super light, smooth to operate and there is no lag when turning the knobs. I'm super impressed so far.
Same here, I have the P1000 and it is almost impossible to move a non-geared head without greatly overshooting and losing the target, so I am looking into getting a geared head.
Just bought one and waiting for delivery of it, your video was perfect timing!👍
Thank you Steve. I am sure that you'll be delighted with it.
Hi Melvin - I have just come across your video (perfect timing) as I have been researching this particular head. I will be wanting to use this head for producing panoramic images, but I have an information gap that needs addressing.
| am having great difficulty establishing if the head rotates above the tripod centre - to explain: I am not so much worried about the fore/aft movement as that can be dealt with by the nodal rail adjusting the NPP point on the lens - but it is imortant (at least according to my research) to have the head centered on the left/right axis in order to give the stiching program the best chance of success.
Can this head accommodate this?
Hi Melvin. If I can ask you a question please. I really like the look of this head but I have one reservation. Can the camera be tilted so as to face directly upwards?? I'm thinking for up through tree or tall buildings type shots. Thanks. Mike Jenkinson
Hi Michael. You will have limited movement when wanting to direct the camera to the sky due to the rear vertical knob catching the tripod base so Benro have created the geared head spacer. You can order it directly from WEX. Call them and place your order if they're showing 'Out of stock' or 'Awaiting stock'. www.wexphotovideo.com/benro-gdhad1-geared-head-adaptor-1682261/
I hope that helps.
Best wishes Melvin
Thanks@@melvinnicholsonphotographycomvery kind of you to get back to me.
@@MichaelJenkinson No problem at all Michael. Pleasure's all mine. I'm sure the product will serve you well :-)
Ordered!!10%Discount, but out of stock 🤓
@@MichaelJenkinson Seems that everyone has run out of stock. Seems the geared head has proved rather popular.
I don’t think this can do what I need but I’m hoping that you can confirm. I’ll explain via a scenario:
I’m forced to set up my tripod in a manner that results in the base (upon which I screw on the head) isn’t level. Can this head be configured so that I can rotate the head to capture a series of even panoramic shots (as opposed to tilted panorama)?
Hi SS. You require a Benro LBA2 Levelling Adjustment Base £109.99 to allow you to level the tripod head regardless of the level of the tripod. I have one and it's fantastic for setting up pano shots quickly. www.parkcameras.com/p/6375926R/tripod-heads/benro/lba2-levelling-adjustment-base
Let me know how you get on :-)
Best wishes Melvin
I purchased the Benro Geared Head to replace a Manfrotto 410 head that siezed up in one of the movements...after 20 yrs of use! I loved that it was much lighter and, at last, Arca Swiss compatible. However, the QR locking knob loosened and fell off somewhere during my second job shooting, leaving me unable to remove the camera from the head. I got it loosened later with a pair of pliers. Like others, I can't even speak to B&H customer service or order another until after Passover 5 days from now!
Aside from that, there is a lot of play in two of the geared movements. As much or more than the worn out Manfrotto head it replaced. This head gets really high reviews and I really wanted to like it, but will have to return it. I'm going to look into DIY repair of the 410 head and see if I can get another 20 years out of it!
Hi Bate. Oh dear. So your QR locking knob on the Benro GD3WH geared head fell off on the second time of using? I've not heard of one doing that. How unusual. Did B&H sort it for you?
Nice review, Melvin! Thank you.
I am planning on buying this head to shoot a stop-motion short-film. For this, I need a head that can stand my camera (a Fuji X-T2) without moving at all for more than 30 hours straight. It would be a plus if it wouldn't break after two years of daily use. Which do you think would better suit me, a Manfrotto 410 or this Benro? Thank you!
Hi Marina. Glad you found the review useful.
My opinion having used both the Manfrotto and the Benro is to go for the Benro.
Weight is my biggest concern as I have to lug around the equipment all day and over difficult terrain sometimes. The Manfrotto weighs in around 1.2kg while the Benro an incredible 750g. That's a huge saving. The Benro is far and away more durable. Having dropped both of the heads on the ground from time to time, the Manfrotto became unusable whereas the Benro while damaged, still allowed me to continue using it due to its more durable materials used.
And lastly I found the Benro to be smoother and easier to operate and to remain so whereas the Manfrotto became stiffer to turn the adjuster knobs over a period of time.
There you go, my verdict. Let me know how you get on whichever product you purchase. Have a great day Marina :-)
I just receive my Benro GD3WH and as I have tested I have realized that I have a problem with my TS-e Canon 17mm, the knobs of the lens are hitting into the locking knob for the plate
I have a L bracket plate for easy vertical & horizontal position.
I have tried to put the camera 180 degrees around Z axis, but it's even worse
I have found a dirty solution to put the original benro plate onto my L bracket, to raise it a little bit.
Hi Vase. Yes that can be a problem. The same problem affects the Manfrotto 410 too. Manfrotto brought out a 1" high spacer to place between the tripod and their geared head with elevates the head high enough to allow the rear knob to lower enough. I'm not sure if it will fit properly on the Benro tripod as the base plate on the tripod seems a little narrower. Might be worth a try for £20 www.photospecialist.co.uk/manfrotto-120-38-tripod-adapter
You should stick with the Manfrotto 410 and buy the Hejnar Photo Arca swiss conversion plate.
Great head. My only complaint is that one of the handles extends below the base. This is not a problem on a tripod column, but it is an issue when you mount it on a flat plate. I had to buy a Manfrotto spacer to mount on the flat plate to provide clearance for the head.
I wound up buying a geared center column to use with the geared head.
Hello. Compared to the Manfrotto 410 and considering that carrying weight is not an issue, which one would you use if you are going for the best possible stability in windy conditions? More weight might help with the stability but with the 410, my reservation is about more weight added upper to the system, hence the system's center of weight goes up too which might not be a good thing in windy conditions. Your thoughts on this?
Hi Teo. Apologies for the delay in replying, I only returned from New Zealand on Thursday so I am catching up on admin duties.
I have owned both the very heavy Manfrotto 405 geared head as well as their lighter 410 version and the Benro is rock solid in comparison. The weight of the Benro comes in at 740g (not the 870 quoted by Benro) and it is very well made.
I hope that helps.
Best wishes Melvin
Thanks for the info. Im assuming thats your photo in the background. Ive seen it with an article posted on Facebook. Nice shot and thanks for the review 👍
Hi Mike. Yes that's my pride and joy in the background. My one in a million photo. It's certainly done and still doing the rounds on the intermet. Right place, right time and a fair bit of luck involved 😁
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom Very cool. I think i first seen it last winter and then it went around this winter too. Maybe it will be revived and relived for winters to come. Its a great photo. Id be proud of it too. The winters are long here and i loose hope of doing much photography but this inspires me to want to get back out there again. Lol
I can't seem to find it for sale. Any idea what the RRP will be, and also when it will be on public sale? Like you I've used Manfrotto geared heads for years.
Hi Huw. It's already out on sale. Park Cameras, WEX. Retail price is £199.99 :-)
Cheers bud. I'll need to start saving then :) Please let us all know what you really think of this head. I would not be without my 410, but the penalty is weight.
You know me Huw. I always give an honest opinion, after all, Benro are not paying me to compliment their kit, merely to use it and report to my followers and clients. But on first impressions and having used both the Manfrotto 410 and now their 405, I can confirm that so far, I am impressed with the build quality.
I've been looking for a geared head for a while; for use with either long telephoto or mirror lenses and long macro lenses (or greater than 1:1 at least). However the weight of these has always put me off. I don't doubt that both the Manfrotto 405 and 410's are well-built heads however they are just too heavy for someone who doesn't drive! Manfrotto has their MHXPRO-3WG which is in the same weight bracket as the Benro GD3WH (about 750grams) which makes them a bit lighter and more portable. I'd love to see a comparison between the two but I don't think that'd be an easy thing to do. Even so, thanks for your informative video, until now I was not aware than Benro made geared heads so its another option for me. Brilliant, thank you. If you have ever used the Manfrotto MHXPRO-3WG, I'd love to know what you think about it? Seems there's quite a mix of opinions on that one.
Hi Gavin. Apologies for the delay in replying. Christmas got in the way. In answer to your question and from someone who has both owned and used the Manfrotto 410 AND 405, the Benro kicks them both to the kerb. Sure the Manfrotto 405 is rock solid but at 1.6kg, is far too heavy. As for the Manfrotto 410, I had so many issues with them which ultimately came down to being designed poorly and out of materials that damage and bend too easily (such as the brass pins inside the knobs). The Benro is almost half of it's weight (Manfrotto 410 1.2kg vs Benro GD3WH at 741g) and is stronger. I have dropped mine on the odd occasion and the knobs have not bent whatsoever. Solid, lightweight and dependable. It is also smooth too with the knobs rotating freely. I have out mine through the ringer since April and I am very impressed.
As for the Manfrotto MHPRO-3WG with it's rigid technopolymer body, forget it. It has more movement and wobble than my belly after Christmas, lol.
Hope that helps Gavin.
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom Hello, many thanks for the reply and no need to apologise for the delay. Christmas is always a busy time (no exception here either really). I'm hoping to upgrade a few camera-related bits and pieces over the next few months and thanks to your in-depth video and reply, I have a feeling I know the Benro GD3WH will be on the purchase list. I also really appreciate your views on the MHPRO-3WG, that is pretty much echoed on a few other youtube videos and written reviews. I've always had alot of faith with the Manfrotto products I use so this is quite a surprise. The 460MG is certainly a favourite tripod head of mine.
Thank you once again for making the video and the informative reply.
Best regards.
Gavin
Thanks Melvin,
I've bought one on your recommendation to replace my elephantine Manfrotto 410 and it's perfect. Can you recommend a column spacer for the Gitzo Sytematic head that won't cost a fortune?
Hi Monty. You have two options regarding the spacer.
The £19.95 Manfrotto MN120 (not named after my initials I'm told, ha, ha).
www.parkcameras.com/p/9374111/tripod-accessories/manfrotto/120-38-inch-to-14-inch-thread-adapter?GoogleShopping&gclid=Cj0KCQiAoo7gBRDuARIsANeJKUYz8MQQ8IqvHKfjcVMyEOqS3zh4UFrtOmdUnAyc3orAuYwSGHUTF_YaAg_lEALw_wcB
And the £68 and better looking Acratech Ballhead Riser 1045 from Bob Rigby Photographic
www.bobrigby.com/acratech/item/acratech_ballhead_riser
Hope that helps Monty. Keep on happy snapping.
Melvin Nicholson Photography ta Melvin
will this fit on any tripod ball head screw?
Should do VV :-)
Not 1/4 by 20 to tripod but 1/4 by 20 to camera. WTF
Very nice mel looking forward to next instalment
Hi Andy
This geared head from Benro could well address some of the issues of the Manfrotto 410, namely less weight. I'm looking forward to giving it a decent run out over the next few weeks.
I currently use the Manfrotto 405 and would be interested in how you liked this piece?
Hi Jeremiah. I like the Benro geared head very much and it suits my needs perfectly. For the money, it is the bets geared head you can buy.
I like my 405 but it is heavy and needs to be tightened so I might pick one of these up to use as a backup/replacement, thanks!
I use to use the 405 and at 1.6kg, it was far too heavy and large and more industrial than I really needed. The Benro is less than half the weight at 741g and you really notice the less weight, especially when carrying the tripod for miles on your shoulders.
I just purchased a Manfrotto 405 and immediately returned it. Although strong and beautiful, the slow (fine) motion controls were simply horrible ! All three axis would bind and its gearing would gnash! Totally unacceptable. I'm looking forward to trying this head from Benro. Thanks for the review!
Hi James. Have you taken delivery of your new Benro GD3WH yet? :-)
Hello Melvin, I just got credit for the returned 405 head, now B&H is closed until the 28th! I will be ordering it at that time. Thanks for chiming in.
@@JamesCormier Closed until the 28th? Blimey. I'm convinced that you'll love it :-)
Yes, they close for Passover. Adorama is the same way. Both run by Hasidic Jews. That's the breaks I guess. I'm sure it will be a great addition to the kit! I got heavy gear.
OMG THANKS!
what kind of tripod will this work with?
A gear head with an ARCA Swiss clamp, at last.
Works well doesn't it Jim?
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom I just received mine.... It works perfectly and is a huge relief for my RE photography compared to a ballhead. If it holds up over time it'll be a gem. Cheers-
@@mlentsch So Mike. How has the Benro geared head coped these last six months? I'm curios to know :-)
I love mine although the black metal blanking discs keep falling off, arghhh.
@@melvinnicholsonphotographycom Do you mean the blue disks covering the axis? Mine remain attached although they weep black grease through the joint upon articulation. It's still solid and functions like new, but the grease thing is a bummer. I suppose that I could pop the covers off and rectify the situation...
I still use it, however, as I haven't been in the mood to pony up $1K for a "real" one.
cheers buddy . cant i take a grinder to my manfrotto base 😁😁😁
Hey Melvin, I'll be really interested to hear how you get on with this head. Are you coming from the 410 Junior Geared Head? You mentioned that one a couple of times. It's the head I have and I love it. But I've just replaced my tripod to try and save a bit of weight, and the Benro head could save me even more. I like the fact that it uses arca plates rather than the 410PL plates, and the 3 spirit levels look useful as well. Looking forward to hearing more! :-)
Hi Julian. I had the Manfrotto 405 head previously but have used the 410 too. I love the Benro GD3WH geared head. It's super light, smooth to operate and there is no lag when turning the knobs. I'm super impressed so far.
Thanks Melvin. Will be interested to hear your thoughts after a few months of use :-)
sunwayfoto gh-pro is better in my opinion
Over load again. Wow.
Lol.
Just ordered my self 1
Can’t wait to see how good it is...
It will be mostly used for the Nikon Coolpix P900 & The P1000
how did you like it?
Same here, I have the P1000 and it is almost impossible to move a non-geared head without greatly overshooting and losing the target, so I am looking into getting a geared head.