Kevin Wade
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What are the basic differences between these two Manfrotto heads?
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128RC v 700RC2 (1 Viewer)
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basic spec on the two heads....
128rc - weight 1kg, max load 4kg, head height 4.6", adjustable pan handle
700rc - weight 0.5kg, max load 2.5kg, head height 3.8", fixed pan handle
As shown in the spec listed the 128 is a heavier, large head which can handle heavier kit than the 700. That said I know a number of birders who use the 700 without any problem - even with larger scopes.
The adjustable pan handle on the 128 is a useful feature as it allows you to use either hand to pan with. Of the two heads I'd say that the 128 is probably the better - feels very solid when you use it. That said I use the 200xl (the head that was replaced by the 700) and have found it to cut and excellent middle ground between the 128 and the 700.
128rc - weight 1kg, max load 4kg, head height 4.6", adjustable pan handle
700rc - weight 0.5kg, max load 2.5kg, head height 3.8", fixed pan handle
As shown in the spec listed the 128 is a heavier, large head which can handle heavier kit than the 700. That said I know a number of birders who use the 700 without any problem - even with larger scopes.
The adjustable pan handle on the 128 is a useful feature as it allows you to use either hand to pan with. Of the two heads I'd say that the 128 is probably the better - feels very solid when you use it. That said I use the 200xl (the head that was replaced by the 700) and have found it to cut and excellent middle ground between the 128 and the 700.
IanF
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Another consideration is the way the mounting plate is fitted.
With Swaro scopes - at least with the ATS 80 - you don't need to use a plate at all with the scope as the scope foot fits directly into the plate socket of the 128rc head.
With the 700rc the plate is turned through 90° and so the scope by itself won't fit ie. you need to use the plate.
A minor point but I'm finding the connection is much more stable without having to use the plate.
With Swaro scopes - at least with the ATS 80 - you don't need to use a plate at all with the scope as the scope foot fits directly into the plate socket of the 128rc head.
With the 700rc the plate is turned through 90° and so the scope by itself won't fit ie. you need to use the plate.
A minor point but I'm finding the connection is much more stable without having to use the plate.
Kevin Wade
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Thanks for the information - further to Ruger's point - do you need a plate for the Zeiss Diascope with the 700 head when digiscoping?
Kevin
Kevin
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I use a 128 head with a 'Leica plate' for my Apo 77...very happy with the combo.
Fuchsia has a 700 head for her Nikon 82..which IMHO works better for her..due to the position of the 'scope onto the head...it is rotated 90 degrees...with the added advantage of weight saving.
She also has a Coolpix 4500, and some of the photo's she has taken are quite superb...
So...as the saying goes...
"You pays your money....you takes your choice."
Dave.
Fuchsia has a 700 head for her Nikon 82..which IMHO works better for her..due to the position of the 'scope onto the head...it is rotated 90 degrees...with the added advantage of weight saving.
She also has a Coolpix 4500, and some of the photo's she has taken are quite superb...
So...as the saying goes...
"You pays your money....you takes your choice."
Dave.
scampo said:
Hello.
Same here. I have a Velbon D700 tripod which I've attached the 700RC2 head onto (after small mod's) and use with a Nikon ED78 and Coolpix 4500.
The 700RC2 head feels so much better and does not droop when targeting birds, unlike the Velbon head. I do however find the panning action not as nice as the Velbon???
Regards
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128 Rc V 700rc2
Hello.
It wasn't :eat:
I purchased the Manfrotto 1/4in to 3/8in adapter which screws into the head. I unscrewed the Velbon head from the D700. Next I cut down the 1/4in male thread to fit into the 700RC2 head.
Finally I drilled a couple of holes into the diecast top plate of the D700 and used a tap to create a 2.5mm thread thus enabling me to secure the 700RC2 head once it was screwed down all the way.
I would attach a photo but I've just deleted it. I'll take another tomorrow.
Regards
scampo said:
Hello.
It wasn't :eat:
I purchased the Manfrotto 1/4in to 3/8in adapter which screws into the head. I unscrewed the Velbon head from the D700. Next I cut down the 1/4in male thread to fit into the 700RC2 head.
Finally I drilled a couple of holes into the diecast top plate of the D700 and used a tap to create a 2.5mm thread thus enabling me to secure the 700RC2 head once it was screwed down all the way.
I would attach a photo but I've just deleted it. I'll take another tomorrow.
Regards
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Kevin Wade
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Just taken delivery of a 700RC2 Nat today, along with the 055Nat3 tripod. Looks and feels great. The head cost 80 euros from Oryx in Barcelona (www.weboryx.com - approx 45GBP) Do I need an extra plate for a Diascope 85? I'm getting the scope at the end of the month.
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Kevin Wade
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Or perhaps more like 54 GBP!
