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WH-200 Wimberley Gimbal Head II - Made in USA
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Color | Black |
Brand | WIMBERLEY |
Compatible Devices | Camera |
Product Dimensions | 9.73"D x 3.5"W x 9.25"H |
Item Weight | 3.15 Pounds |
Maximum Weight Recommendation | 100 Pounds |
About this item
- Gimbal-type design allows you to rotate your lens around its center of gravity and thus easily manipulate very large lenses
- Rugged design offers stiffness, capacity and smooth pan and tilt movement in a compact and lightweight package
- Arca Swiss style clamp supports a variety of medium and telephoto lenses
- Anodized 6061 Aluminum Clamp, Powder coated Aluminum upright, Stainless Steel Fasteners
- Made in USA. Assembled in Charlottesville, Virginia
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Product Dimensions | 9.73 x 9.25 x 3.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 3.15 pounds |
ASIN | B005JXEZEK |
Item model number | WH 200 |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #78 in Tripod Heads |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | December 3, 2012 |
Manufacturer | Wimberley |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | USA |
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Product Description
About the Wimberley Gimbal Head IIThe Wimberley Head is a specialized gimbal tripod head for telephoto lenses. Its gimbal head type design allows you to easily support and manipulate very large lenses for tracking birds and animals. Since its introduction in 1991, the Wimberley Head has become the industry standard for serious nature photographers. The Wimberley Head Version II offers the same stiffness, capacity, and fluid movement of the old version in a more compact and lightweight package. The head’s redesigned panning base has zero play, and the pan locking knob has been moved to the side of the head, thus allowing the user to easily operate both knobs with the same hand. New lobed “soft-touch” knobs provide a more comfortable grip and perform better when using gloves. In addition to the above improvements, Wimberley has examined all aspects of the head, tightening tolerances, improving friction materials and so forth. Our goal has been to make this head functionally and aesthetically better in every way than the old version and competing products. What's IncludedWH-200 Gimbal Head with platform QR clamp (WH-200)10 Year Warranty on all products from WimberleyThis product is protected by one or more of the following Patents: #7478970 & #7600941
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Customers like the sturdiness, performance, value, and ease of setup of the camera support. They mention that it's a solid piece of equipment made from quality materials, and that it works extremely well with their cameras and lenses. Some appreciate the smoothness in tracking wildlife, and find it to be silky smooth to operate. Overall, customers are happy with the ease of balance, appearance, and the ease to mobility of the product.
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Customers are satisfied with the sturdiness of the camera support. They mention that it is a solid piece of equipment made from quality materials, and is able to support heavy glass. The rig is sturdy and the material and design is great. It is incredibly good and highly recommended.
"...I echo everything they say. This gimbal is well built, easy to use, and very usefull. Photographing birds in flight was instantly 10x better...." Read more
"...The Wimberly Gimbal is very sturdy, takes all the weight off the camera, and allows for smooth panning up and down and sideways while keeping the..." Read more
"...Precision product and incredibly well built. It is a real value at the price...." Read more
"...The build is quality is strong, sturdy and professional in every way. Every piece, and bolt is built with the highest workmanship...." Read more
Customers like the value of the camera support. They say that it's a bit expensive, but worth every penny.
"...It's a bit expensive, but worth every penny in my book." Read more
"...The Wimberley WH-200 II is worth every cent in my opinion, I noticed the seemingly rubberized knobs, which I'm sure to appreciate this winter, the..." Read more
"...Precision product and incredibly well built. It is a real value at the price...." Read more
"...It cost a bit more than some of the cheap ones out there BUT it’s worth every penny. I would trust this producer with my expensive equipment." Read more
Customers like the smoothness of the camera support. They mention it's a very stable platform to shoot from, it' s sturdy, and quiet, and the smooth operation is silky smooth. The smoothness in tracking wildlife with an 800mm lens isn't comparable to anything they've experienced. The turning base is very fluid, and allows an almost weightless freedom of movement. Customers also love the smooth pivots, saying that it allows for smooth panning up and down and sideways while keeping the camera steady.
"...Photographing birds in flight was instantly 10x better...." Read more
"...very sturdy, takes all the weight off the camera, and allows for smooth panning up and down and sideways while keeping the camera level...." Read more
"...The smoothness in tracking wildlife with an 800mm lens isn't comparable to anything I've used before. Precision product and incredibly well built...." Read more
"...The turning base is very fluid and allows an almost 'weight less' freedom of movement..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the camera support. They mention that it works well with their D5 and D850 cameras, and is well-built, easy to use, and very useful. The Stuff 55 ball head works very well with shorter lenses, and it's like magic.
"...This gimbal is well built, easy to use, and very usefull. Photographing birds in flight was instantly 10x better...." Read more
"...And it works so well (balanced support! What a concept)!..." Read more
"...The Kimberly gimbal is top quality, it works extremely well, and it's made in the USA...." Read more
"The Wimberley WH-200 gimbal is a big unit, but it works extremely well with my D5 and D850 cameras with all sorts of lenses...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the camera support to be easy. They mention that it has a smooth motion, and is easy to clamp down. Some customers also mention that the product is well-made and easy to set up and balance. Overall, customers are satisfied with the ease of use of the product and recommend it to others.
"...I echo everything they say. This gimbal is well built, easy to use, and very usefull. Photographing birds in flight was instantly 10x better...." Read more
"...WH-200 out today for the first time, and, WOW, what a difference, installs easily, if you have a small thread on your tripod you will need to get..." Read more
"...Instructions were clear and easy to follow. I did watch some Wimberley Youtube videos just to make sure I didn't miss anything...." Read more
"I use this for Birds, Wildlife and Landscape. It's amazing. Sturdy. Easy to use. Well made...." Read more
Customers find the Wimberley a stable platform to shoot from and easy to balance. The device held their lens and camera securely.
"...the new rig is pretty heavy, but damn, it's so incredibly sturdy and stable (p.s., using with a MePhoto Tripod)." Read more
"...I have a Sigma 150-600 and it handles the load perfectly. Easy to balance. Had some issues with the longer plate that I bought for it...." Read more
"...Nice smooth action and a very stable platform to shoot from." Read more
"...It attached and detached easily, held my lens/camera securely, and never loosened unexpectedly...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the camera support. They mention it's well designed and easy to use. Some say it' s the best in the photo world and that all the pros use it for a reason.
"...telephoto, with no movement . Very well designed and easy to use. Should have purchased this long ago !" Read more
"...It is difficult to imagine a more elegant and functional design. Just get it and you'll see what I mean." Read more
"...of gimble heads so have nothing to compare it to but this is so well designed and well built if I need another I wouldn't consider another brand...." Read more
"Waited for years to get one. So glad I have it now. It's the best in the photo world. All the pros use it for a reason." Read more
Customers find the ease of mobility of the camera support to be a great feature. They mention that it balances easily, works well, and can balance heavy equipment smoothly.
"...And it works so well (balanced support! What a concept)!..." Read more
"...Balance easily adjusted for setups that don't perfectly balance without adjustment, unless there is a big difference in weight between lens & camera..." Read more
"...Balancing is important and once done, your camera/lense will move easily with 1 finger and maintain it's position anyway you point...." Read more
"Silky smooth to use. Balances easily. Easy to set just the right tension." Read more
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I echo everything they say. This gimbal is well built, easy to use, and very usefull. Photographing birds in flight was instantly 10x better. Both in terms of ease of tracking and desire to continue shooting (cause the weight is on the tripod and not my arms). Setting it up is very easy and even if you do it wrong it'll still improve your shots.
It is very durable. You may need to purchase a lens foot if you dont already have one for your lens. Their website makes it easy to find.
The only thing I find annoying is the weight. I have a carbon fiber tripod, and wanting to use this gimbal means I have to carry both the tripod and gimbal out into the field. It starts feeling really heavy after a few miles.
I like trying to get photos of Roseate Terns (and other birds) on the harbor where I live. These birds fly fast, turn fast, and when they see a fish, they're like a kamikazi ... they dive straight down into the water. I always had trouble getting them at the right point in time, and if I did catch one, the photo wouldn't be level.
The Wimberly Gimbal is very sturdy, takes all the weight off the camera, and allows for smooth panning up and down and sideways while keeping the camera level. I love how fluid it is, and if you clamp it down just a little, the camera and lens will stay where it is aimed from a vertical standpoint, but you can still move it in a different direction any time you want. It's a bit expensive, but worth every penny in my book.
I like trying to get photos of Roseate Terns (and other birds) on the harbor where I live. These birds fly fast, turn fast, and when they see a fish, they're like a kamikazi ... they dive straight down into the water. I always had trouble getting them at the right point in time, and if I did catch one, the photo wouldn't be level.
The Wimberly Gimbal is very sturdy, takes all the weight off the camera, and allows for smooth panning up and down and sideways while keeping the camera level. I love how fluid it is, and if you clamp it down just a little, the camera and lens will stay where it is aimed from a vertical standpoint, but you can still move it in a different direction any time you want. It's a bit expensive, but worth every penny in my book.
1) The build is quality is strong, sturdy and professional in every way. Every piece, and bolt is built with the highest workmanship.
2) The turning base is very fluid and allows an almost 'weight less' freedom of movement
3) The handle bar allows one to place their hand for extra support. If you are right handed, it is best to use the handle bar on your left side. I presume the opposite for left handed individuals.
4) The weight distribution system is so accurate. Regardless of the weight of your lens, camera combo setup, all you have to do is slightly release the clamp plate and simply move either forward or backwards dependent on whether your lens too much forward or too much backwards. Do not forget to tighten clamp plate knob.
I understand the price is high, but you will not be disappointed. Once you go with the best, you will forgot the rest.
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This one does not leak any grease, has a loverly fluid motion. Very happy and would recommend.