TIPA 2012: I love it: it is mounted permanently on my tripod of the same brand (carrying case is designed for). Once in hand, this upscale ball VANGUARD exudes quality with its magnesium alloy construction and a measured weight. What surprised me this is First of its ease of use: it's like if I washed forever! Once the unit is in place, the movements are very fluid with high precision 360 degree panoramic photography or video. Then its Horizontal Stabilization System Fast (RLS) enables convenient realign the ball very quickly. The tightening is fast (in a half-turn) and solid (we forget the weight of any zoom). The two bubble levels and support for fast tray type Arca-Swiss (allows the use of compatible trays) are very helpful despite a small surface contact device on the quick release plate and absence butterfly screws the tray attachment fast. While not perfect (setting the missing friction, price), the ball is put in any hands look no further, this is ladopter try it!
