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The Manfrotto 494 RC2 is a ball head manufactured from 2008 to 2017 (discontinued). The average price, when it has been added to the JuzaPhoto database, is 88 €;
6 users have given it an average vote of 8.8 out of 10.
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Cons:Does not allow large lateral inclinations. Basically, virtually rule only on two axes (top-bottom and rotation)
Opinion:The small spheres have unfortunately a negative particularity: The relationship between the diameter of the sphere and that of the "stem that supports the head fastening lens / camera is unfavorable and then allowed large inclinations side without having to turn your head to bring the 'opening that allows the implementation of vertical reflex at the point where it is needed, but at this point again arise other limitations on other angles. RNE' a beautiful head, but not as versatile like a 054. I use it on a monopod and them gets along just fine, because instead of turning his head, when I leave serves to rotate the monopod.
Pros:Economical, lightweight and altogether precise movements
Cons:Little clutch adaptable, lack of a level, attack and all in all a kit suitable for "light".
Opinion:Once you have purchased using the tripod 055 prob, necesitavo a head light that would outweigh its weight eccessivo.rnI strengths according to me are the extreme lightness and the quality / price ratio very beneficial (perhaps as head of reserve or emergency for the Pro) .rnPer newbies would definitely recommend it for the simplicity date from the ball joint that allows for a quick and precise positioning of the camera (provided you have a level on the reflex, or a reference point) .rnConsiglio to tighten the clutch facilitate the positioning of the camera, then tighten with the bloccaggio.rnTutto locked (without the camera mounted) and holding it for the attack, I raised the tripod in a horizontal position to check for any sagging. It has not moved an inch, I guess that takes out 4 kg reported.
Cons:clearly is only suitable for small optics, within 200mm
Opinion:I took this model to have a ball head very compact and light enough to carry with you (note: currently I 'replaced' with the head of the Manfrotto BeFree, which is almost identical but has no clutch). It 'a head suitable for use in landscaping or general objectives for pictures with light, up to 70-200 f4 or the 70-300 f / 5.6 (if you want to have maximum stability). Overall I was fine; I had some problems just after a heavy rain: the ball was wet and also tightening the screw was not fully blocked, probably due to the reduced surface on which to pressure; once dried is back perfect.
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