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    confused about tripod head types for birding scope

    But fluid heads (often) have counter balance whereas I am unaware of tilt heads with this feature. So comparing the two heads I like the most: slik svh-520 vs 3lt trinity - with zero tension on the slik - your scope will never crash into your tripod or the ground; with the trinity, if you go to...
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    confused about tripod head types for birding scope

    I like my Slik SVH-520 for $99 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1764594-REG/slik_618_001_svh_520_oil_fluid_video.html Made in Thailand, weighs 500 grams, has excellent fluidity and great tilt control - stays where you point it. Panning is maybe a little slower than some might like/prefer...
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