Category Archives: Tripod, Ball Head & Accessory Reviews

Update: Triggertrap is no longer in business; support for this product has ended. However, you may still be able to purchase a used Triggertrap Mobile Dongle via eBay. read more

The Canon RC-5 Wireless Remote is a tiny infrared wireless remote controller for compatible
Canon EOS DSLRs including the following: read more

The Manfrotto 3449 Carbon-One Monopod is a lightweight 4-section monopod. read more

The Gitzo G1588 Carbon Fiber Monopod is probably the absolute best 4-section monopod available – or I should now say “was” as it has been replaced by the
Gitzo GM5540 Monopod. read more

When is the Canon EF 400mm f/2.8 L IS II Lens
a featherweight?
When it is mounted on a Wimberley Gimbal Tripod Head!
If you are using a very large/heavy lens (300mm f/2.8 or larger),
I highly recommend the Wimberley Head and a solid tripod. read more

Note that the Arca-Swiss Monoball B1 Ball Head has been discontinued – you want to read the Arca-Swiss Monoball Z1 Ball head Review
to learn about the improved replacement. read more

The Manfrotto 3021B Pro Tripod is a very good quality and very flexible
tripod with a reasonable price. read more

The Gitzo G1548 Carbon Fiber Tripod provides a rock-solid base for large and heavy camera and lens setups
including a Canon EF 600mm f/4 L IS Lens
mounted on a Wimberley Gimbal Head. read more

For a long time, the Gitzo G1327 Carbon Fiber Tripod was my personal tripod choice for all but the heaviest lenses I use (and it can support them as well).
The G1327 has been discontinued – replaced by a new line including the Gitzo GT3530S 6x Carbon Fiber Tripod. read more

Note: The Gitzo GT5540LS 6x Carbon Fiber Tripod has been replaced by the very-similar Gitzo GT5541LS. read more