Just saw at http://www.outdoorphotogear.com/stor...to-lenses.html that the M-3.5b will soon be replaced with the M-3.6
Any idea when this will become available? The weight and price would be great to know.
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Just saw at http://www.outdoorphotogear.com/stor...to-lenses.html that the M-3.5b will soon be replaced with the M-3.6
Any idea when this will become available? The weight and price would be great to know.
This head is under constant revision...like buying a cell phone - it's obsolete soon after you buy it!
Pao--
John from 4th Generation told me that they are close to finishing development on the M-3.6, and that it should be available in April. Weight should be the same, and price should be slightly higher.
If I get something more definitive from them, I'll report back.
You are correct about the changes Joe but they do make improvements. I used the prototype head and john did listen and made changes. Each model coming out has had a significant improvement over the previous.
I'm using the current model and works fine with a 600 IS lens, can lock in any position. Best part about the head is its lightweight for travel and ability to mound an L bracket for Landscape use with a shorter lens. Easier having a separate ballhead but can't complaint about having to take less weight. Since using the new model have not used the Wimberley before I only used when walking long distances and traveling.
Looking forward to the new model !!!
The same site showed that the 2.3 was discontinued. Is this a permanent change and I need to look at either the 3.6 or the Black Widow?
Doc
Russell-
John told me there are no plans "at this time" to make more of the M-2.3. He did not rule it out in the future, but certainly for the foreseeable future.
Both Jobu Design and Induro make a smaller gimbal head that take similar loads to that of the M-2.3.
Hoe this helps!
Thanks Chris, I will look at them.Quote:
Originally Posted by Chris Klapheke
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I spoke with 4th Gen recently and they indicated its possible they could come out with a successor to the 2.3, but they have no time frame and no actual working plans at this point.
I really hope they do not raise prices for the M-3.6. As it is the Wimberley's pricey enough. And I hope they will introduce it before April 10 as my buddy from California will be flying in to Manila and I hope to have it shipped to his place before he leaves.
Pao Might want to check on the updates, the present model seems to be working just perfect !!!
No doubt the M-3.5b is good but no stocks for sale. :(Quote:
Originally Posted by Alfred Forns
Just got an email from Walter at 4th Generation and he said they are on track for mid-April. :)
