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Considering a fluid head - A7Riv and Tamron 28-200

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NickZ2016 Veteran Member • Posts: 5,836
Re: Considering a fluid head - A7Riv and Tamron 28-200

I have the 502.

The models above it (especially starting with the 608) are better in the sense they are easier to balance. Hold more weight.  Holding more weight isn't always good. Some heavy duty heads have problems with light loads.

It would help if you gave the weights of your setup. Right now I'm just guessing on weight. The 502 should easily hold your setup stable. If you needed a lot of smooth panning maybe you'd consider moving up. But if you're just locking down the head it'll work for you.

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