
Originally Posted by
Pedro Serralheiro
Through the years I have use some different gimbal heads, I still have my last one a CB gimbal.
I believe all of them, from the "big" names, Wimberley, 4th Generation, CB, Eki, are well done, secure and produce the expected results.
But when you start to go down on shutter speed (even new bodies with high ISO can't do everything) the main gimbal head weakness appears, that is, shaking, loss of rigidity, and of course worst quality photos. This is especially true with longer glass.
If you look around to find an answer, you'll end up with the hydraulic heads. I have tried the Scahtler ones and I was sold immediately. The FSB-8 is a killer in this respect.
So, I'm not saying they are the best option, what I'm saying is that they provide the best support you can get. Try them if you wish, but be prepared, addicting is at risk...
Drawbacks? Yes, size, weight and price.