I am on an extremely tight budget and have been using an Optex Tripod with a pistol grip ballhead for at least 10 years or more. It has served its purpose but now I have more time on my hands to travel (well, after Covid), I am considering upgrading to a Gimbal Head. Even second hand, Wimberley/Gitzo products would appear to be out of my price range so I have been looking at Benro, Movo and Leofoto, as well as others. Does anyone here have any experience with these or any good recommendations at all?
If I was to blow the budget for both items on just a good second hand Wimberley, could I get away with using my current tripod, albeit, somewhat precariously, until such time I can pick up a better tripod?
If I was to blow the budget for both items on just a good second hand Wimberley, could I get away with using my current tripod, albeit, somewhat precariously, until such time I can pick up a better tripod?