Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I first mounted this head and started shooting wildlife scenes at a local lake, I knew I found a new life long companion. Totally professional quality. Has a little weight to it, but I feel that only adds to the quality of craftsmanship, and I am secure in the fact it will handle anything I throw at it, including my Nikon D90/Sigma 150-500mm with ease.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I shoot architecture and still life and this head seems to be great at both at least these first two weeks. I'm mainly using a 35mm digital camera but I'm sure it could handle my 6X7 and maybe even my 4X5. There is no creep once it is set, and the ability to dial in a small movement is great. This head would probably not be the best for shooting people or anything that moves but for precise framing I have not used anything better. An added plus is that there are no handles poking out at your face. The only way it could be better for me is if it had another bubble level for the vertical direction, but not that big of a deal. I've been looking at this head for some time but always bought conventional heads thinking you could tighten them down better. Wish I'd tried this sooner. The quick release plate is also very secure and does not wiggle a bit once locked in. Very happy with this purchase.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I like this product alot!

I have tried several "Ball Heads" and they are just NOT for me. Personal preference, I guess. This head is GREAT for portraiture, macro, and landscapes.

The weight surprised me, I wouldn't take it on a long hiking trip... that needs a really lightweight hiking tripod... I guess.

I LOVE the precision adjustments. This is really helpful for macro. The "quick" adjustments are very fast. All of the springs are strong, so if you have very weak hands or arthritis, this might be a problem.

The quick release head works well, and I like the "secondary safety", a little lever that you have to pull in addition to the "main" lever - to make sure your camera doesn't drop off.

The Adorama description doesn't say it, but the head DOES come with one quick release plate to attach to the bottom of your camera.

Everything is well made.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

We use this with our Medium and Large format cameras for the best stability and precision adjustments. The best of both worlds, amazingly fast due to quick release yet precise for minor adjustments.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I have owned this head for about 10 years now and other than an accident where I overturned the tripod which broke the release lever, I have experienced no problems. At first the head was difficult to use, but once I became accustomed to the controls, it was smooth sailing.

At first you may have to play around with how this head functions, but do not give up, this is a very good head.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

this head is great and is the only one to have. however it may be cumbersome with 35mm and digital cameras. but as far as medium and large format go, you just cant do any better than this! setting up a photograph is so much quicker than with any other thing seeing as how you have to level out a field camera and you are taking your time to get the optimum photograph. BUY THIS HEAD!

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I love shooting macro. Many times with my old ball head, I would set up my shot and then it would move ever so slightly. Very frustrating! The geared head solved my most annoying problem, now what I see or set up is what I get.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

This head is heavy but is not intended to go around with it. It is dedicated to studio photos or well planned ones. For spontaneous photography I suggest a more versatile (ball) head. But if you wish/need perfect control and stability, this is your option. I have used it with a Nikon D300, a 105 micro lens, and a SB800 flash, on a Manfrotto 055 Pro tripod, and stability is amazing.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

great precision adjustment, though somewhat difficult to turn knobs over wide spans. Big problem is control mechanism broke and warranty repair took 2 months. And, it just broke again. hmmmm, back to waranty center. Maybe that pro model is more reliable?

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I bought this head to mount a small refractor telescope on an old Manfrotto (Bogen) tripod. The original photographic head wasn't really practical as a telescope mount at anything more than moderate magnification - it's simply too awkward to make precise adjustments with the loosen-adjust-tighten routine.

The 410 head is a vast improvement. It uses worm gears for pointing adjustments around three axes, as well as a gear-disengagement mechanism to move the head quickly to approximately the wanted orientation (one axis at a time). The telescope has to be mounted "backwards" to get a -30 to +90 degree range for astronomical use, but the controls are still reasonably accessible. Backlash isn't a problem, but the controls are on the small side and are very stiff to turn, and this is my only real complaint. The gear-disengagement (rapid-adjust) wheels also act against strong springs. Count on increasing your digital strength with this head! If you can live with this, (and it might not be important in photographic applications) this head would be a good solution for precise pointing. Oh, and the quick-release mounting plate system works beautifully after you've got the knack.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

I use the Manfrotto 410 geared head for Macrophotograpy. Fine adjustments are needed when using Camera lenses such as the Canon MP-E65, and this combo is a dream. Matched up with a focusing rail and a tripod, the complete unit is heavy and so is best used in a studio environment. Highly recommended.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 3275 / 410 Compact Geared Head with Quick Release - Supports 11.1 lbs (#3275):

i really wanted something like it with only two (2) axis of movement, essentially an alt-az head. it's big strong, and has a very nice build quality. i use it to attached a DSLR camera on top of my telescope, and it sometimes get confusing which knob i need to turn to line up the optical axis. very nice piece of gear.