200-400VR mounting options

[Jim Poor]

I'm trying it out on the Wimberly Sidekick, and so far I don't like that option much. It hasn't been a fair test yet so I plan on giving it some time. My trial on the Sidekick ends right after two big trips in March.


I have a Wimberly I that I'll be comparing with, but I was wondering about the Wimberly II as a Sidekick alternative.


Any other ideas?

[Robert O'Toole]

Hi Jim,

What didnt you like about the SK?
I would highly recommend the Mongoose M3.5. It is perfect for the 2-4. It works like a dream and is about 40% less weight than a WII.

http://www.4gdphoto.com/

Robert

[Alfred Forns]

Another vote for the Mongoose M 3.5 Perfect match for the 200-400 I also used it when I had the 500 f 4.0 With my 600 I do go to the full Wimberly btw Robert mounts his 600 on the Mongoose !!!

[Jim Poor]

Thanks guys.

What I don't like about the SK is that when I tilt the lens up or down past a certain point it wants to keep going free fall style.

I like the idea that it will either stay where I put it or settle back to level like on the Wimberly.

Maybe someone at the March IPT can show me the Mongoose ;)

[Robert O'Toole]

Thanks guys.

Maybe someone at the March IPT can show me the Mongoose ;)

We can arrainge that I am sure. There will be a few users there and maybe a loaner head. Make an inquiry with Artie in advance and I am sure he can help you with this.

See you there,

Robert

[Sid Garige]

One more vote for Mongoose. Exellent choice.