awesome14 wrote:
I discovered Sirui about 5 years ago, reading a review that claimed a better tripod and ball head cannot be purchased for any price. I have a lightweight Sirui with a 15lb ball head, and a sturdier one with k30x ball head.
I have found that ball heads should be oversized by at least 3x the expected load. The k30x is 66lb, and my heaviest setup for that tripod is about 12lb. Sirui quick-release plates are available aftermarket, which can save $50 or more. The brand name plates for the k30x are $30. Aftermarket, $5.
But Sirui offers no warrantee outside purchases from authorized dealers. So, Amazon is out if you want a warrantee. B&H is a Sirui dealer.
I don't have a problem with lens creep, and I don't need to tighten it until my eyes pop out to get it tight. You can check it out:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/822264-REG/Sirui_BSRK30_K_30x_Ball_Head.html/?cnxclid=SZ_REDIRECT_IDI discovered Sirui about 5 years ago, reading a re... (
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Just an update. I got a good deal on a Sirui K40II at KEH. Seems like it will work for me. Wouldn’t want to carry it up a mountain, but thats not 8n my plans.
Again, thanks to everyone for their input on this. I really appreciate it.
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