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Originally Posted by crazee horse
be more specific please! why wouldnt it be quick enough for the wildlife thang?
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The head has three knobs, each controlling one axis of tilt/rotation, each moving and locking its axis independently. You have to slacken each of the three knobs one at a time. Slacken one (say the rotation axis), move, lock. Slacken two (vertical tilt axis), move, lock. Slacken three (horizontal tilt axis), move lock. This makes it a great head for still life, macro and everyday snappy stuff.
If you have a pet octopus that could be trained, then there may be some mileage in this head for wildlife use. I suggest you find a local camera shop and try the different styles of head they have. Even if they don't have exactly the head/legs you want, it will give you an idea of the differences in operation and will help you decide if you could use this style of head for wildlife.
If you've had a good play with the goods in the shop, seriously consider giving them you business, even if it does cost a few quid more than online.
I'm trying to think of a single head that would adequately cover your range of needs. Perhaps the Manfrotto 322 grip action ball head?
http://www.manfrotto.com/Jahia/site/manfrotto/cache/offonce/pid/2319?livid=80|81&lsf=81&child=2
Edit: for some reason, that link isn't directly clickable, copy and paste it into your browser address bar, it works then.
Anyone else got any ideas to help Crazee Horse find a one size fits all head that meets his needs? Some of you serious wildlife types must have an opinion.
Duncan