Tag Archives: head
Outdoor Photo Gear – A story of exceptional customer service
Posted on 30. Mar, 2010 by Paul Burwell.
Many moons ago, I used to work in the retail industry. While my job rarely took me to the front lines of retail service, I was always keenly aware of the many challenges involved in providing customers with a great level of service. Stories of poor customer service abound on the various Internet forums one comes across and that is all useful information. But, I think it is even more important to share the positive…
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BWG-Pro Gimbal Head Video Review
Posted on 14. May, 2009 by Paul Burwell.
If you are using a large telephoto lens like a 200-400mm F4, a 300mm F2.8, a 500mm F4, a 600mm F4, a 300-800mm F5.6 or a 800mm F5.6, you need a really good tripod head. And in my opinion, you are foolish to consider anything other than…
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Learning wildlife photography – Monopod usage
Posted on 28. Jan, 2009 by Paul Burwell.
Learning wildlife photography – Monopod usage – There is little doubt that a monopod is a very useful tool for a wildlife photographer. Like everything, using a monopod requires proper technique to make sharp images, but probably equally important is the way…
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Jobu-Design Black Widow
Posted on 20. Nov, 2008 by Paul Burwell.
As a dedicated wildlife photographer, I often use a telephoto lens. My favourite lens for wildlife photography is Canon’s 500mm F4L IS lens. Without questions it is a beautiful lens. But, it’s also quite heavy. Together with my 1Ds Mark II and maybe a teleconverter or two, it can weigh well in excess of 12 pounds.





