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Old 12-10-12, 09:53 PM
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Originally Posted by StephenBatey View Post
Sorry, but it's still my opinion that ball heads are the least useful for landscape photography, and I've used all types of heads except the pistol grip version of ball heads. I also photograph landscapes and architecture almost to the exclusion of all else, so it's not purely prejudice - it's my experience. If jet_kit meant that they were the only practical option full stop for landscapes, then it's contrary to my experience; if he meant that they were the only way of gaining complete control over the directions, then he's in error. But make your own mind up. I gave one ball head away, and only kept another because it's small and light - I'd never use it unless I had no choice. I have practical reasons for my comments, but if you don't work in the same way as me, you can ignore my opinion. I just need complete, precise control.
The clue in my post is, "I think ..." You don't agree, but that's your prerogative. I've only been doing this for just over half a century, so what do I know. I took my lead from Ansul Adams, Minor White et al.
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