Gitzo 1178M Magnesium Quick Release Center Ball Head with Quick Release, Supports 8.8 lbs

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★★★★☆
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Pros

  • Attaches firmly (2)
  • Compact (2)
  • Fits well (2)
  • Improves tripod function (2)
  • Large range of motion (2)
  • Lightweight (2)
  • Strong clamp (2)
  • Good stability (1)
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  • Long exposures (4)
  • Photography (4)
  • Stabilization (4)
  • Portraits (3)
  • Reducing noise (iso reduction) (1)
 
 
 

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G1178M Magnesium Center Ball Head 1

Specification Description
Model G1178M
UPC 719821245124
Max. Capacity Under 10 Pounds
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Gitzo 1178M Magnesium Quick Release Center Ball Head with Quick Release, Supports 8.8 lbs Review

an excellent design

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Fits Well
  • Improves Tripod Function
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Long Exposures
  • Photography
  • Portraits
  • Stabilization
 

"It is perfect tu use it in an urban or natural landscapes. Is very portable due to its design and lightweight material. And also, the design allows you to install or unistall it very fast. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 5 2008
sbc
Chiloe, CL
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[3 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

Gitzo 1178M Magnesium Quick Release Center Ball Head with Quick Release, Supports 8.8 lbs Review

Most excellent product!

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Fits Well
  • Improves Tripod Function
  • Lightweight

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Long Exposures
  • Photography
  • Stabilization
 

"Having owned a Bogen-Manfrotto ball head in the past I find this Gitzo product far superior in both construction and performance. I use it with a Canon EOS 40D with a Sigma 17-70mm lens. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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May 20 2008
Pat
Tigard, OR
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Gitzo 1178M Magnesium Quick Release Center Ball Head with Quick Release, Supports 8.8 lbs Review

Nice head for the price

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Attaches Firmly
  • Good Stability
  • Large Range of Motion
  • Strong Clamp

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Long Exposures
  • Photography
  • Portraits
  • Reducing Noise (ISO Reduction)
  • Stabilization
 

"I bought this head with the Gitzo 1932 basalt tripod as part of a Gitzo promotion. I have been very pleased with the ease of use that this head provides. I need to take more pictures to determine the overall stability aspect, but the initial tests have been very good. I have a Rebel Xti and a Tamron …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Sep 22 2009
Seenu
Boston, MA
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  • Photo Enthusiast
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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Gitzo 1178M Magnesium Quick Release Center Ball Head with Quick Release, Supports 8.8 lbs Review

Good product for lighter SLRs

★★★☆☆
3.0

    Pros

  • Attaches Firmly
  • Large Range of Motion
  • Strong Clamp

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Long Exposures
  • Photography
  • Portraits
  • Stabilization
 

"I have a Nikon N90s. This head was not sturdy enough for this size camera. "

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 12 2007
Gordin
Memphis, TN
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