Annsm Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber Panoramic Gimbal Tripod Head for DLSR SLR Cameras, Camcorders with Telephoto Lenses with 360 Degree Movable, Arca-Swiss STD 1/4” Quick Release Plate with Level Vial

I have been looking for a tripod gimbal for quite some time. Since I am unwilling to pay $500 for one I thought I'd give this one a try especially since it was carbon fiber. I was immediately unimpressed. The adjustment knobs are made of low-grade cheap plastic that I'm 100% certainly will degrade and fall/break off in no time. The movement is not fluid horizontally or vertically too much friction without even tightening the knobs down. After 5 minutes of use, I put it back in the box to return.After returning it, I order the Movo GH600 from another seller, but received the GH800 instead (both are carbon fiber), the GH800 which is designed similar to this one is very fluid horizontally; vertically it is acceptable. The seller is sending me the GH600, so I'm waiting to test and do a side-by-side comparison. The GH600 is a portrait mount design, but if you are mounting your lens on an adjustable lens collar/mount, you can rotate your camera into the landscape position without any issues. The GH600 will have one less bracket, thus lowering the overall weight. If you are looking for a decent carbon fiber gimbal below $300, the GH800 is definitely a good choice. I highly recommend it. As soon as I get the GH600, I'll post reviews on that product page., but so far I think I have found a gimbal that I would consider keeping.

This very close ( if not exactly the same as ) to Neewer Professional Heavy Duty Carbon Fiber 360 Degree Panoramic Gimbal Tripod Head and definitely has the same problems ( see 3 and 2 star reviews for that one). The design is also very similar to Neewer Professional Heavy Duty Metal 360 Degree Panoramic Gimbal Tripod Head. The later head was around for a while and there are YouTube videos describing issues with it and DIY fixes for some of those issues. Search for "Neewer Gimbal Review" on YouTube for details.When rotating in horizontal plane clock-wise the bottom screw starts to tighten, which makes horisontal tracking of subjects hard.Basically you get the same poor design as the aluminum version that costs around 90$, but pay extra 55$ for carbon fiber part.

I ordered this Gimbal a real estate project for my boss.After using this Panoramic Gimbal I can say following,1- Built QualityIt is very strong and sturdily built quality with nice to touch material. It feels like it will last for a long time.Joints and the rotating mechanism is my only concern.2- UsabilityIt is a great tool to take panoramic pictures for real estate, landscape, etc. Marking on the gimbal is another helpful feature that helps you to rotate it accordingly.I enjoyed using it, but it is not all green, there are some flaws, as I mentioned earlier, rotating points are not the bestto deal with.Thanks for your time.

If you are somewhat mechanically inclined, the issues with this model can be worked out. It is of good build quality, but needs to be taken apart and the manufacturer's grease removed/replaced with bearing grease (an easy job - see YouTube videos). What they use is way too stiff and impedes easy rotation. The tilt knob has some play when loosened up and is another easy fix if you take it apart and add a rubber washer to allow for fine drag adjustment (again, YouTube videos exist on how to perform). For the cost and knowing these minor limitations, it is a great value and I will definitely keep and use it.

This has the potential to be a great purchase if only the quality control was better. Everything was well designed and machined. The issue I have with mine is the graduated arm is not screwed tightly to the pivot point and moves slightly. I would tighten it but it has a metal plate covering the screws. There appear to be two of them as they can be seen in the small gap between the two pieces. I would send it back for a better one but am headed out and need it this weekend. Time for a bit of JB Weld...

Pro's: indeed very light weight thanks to the carbonfiber material. Movement is fluid and smooth. Very easy to setup. Have only used it in my backyard taking pics of birds. Need to test it in the true outdoors, but I'm sure it will perform just as well.Con's: when mounting on the tripod, the screw diameter seems small and it appears that the gimble is not perfectly level horizontally with the tripod. This could be my lack of experience setting up gimbals on tripods.

the lower joint was jammed. unable to use.returned will try again with another brand

I don't have huge lenses, but this works great for my Nikon and 70-500 zoom. There is no need to spend a lot more money to do what I need.