red snapper tripods: RS-283 Vs RS-284
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I believe they are "the same" stability wise - the legs seem very sturdy. The only con I can see is some people don't like the twist lock on the legs (not as convenient as the flip locks of, say, the 324.
I have the 4 section one as I can take it as hand luggage (just) when I travel abroad.
I have the 4 section one as I can take it as hand luggage (just) when I travel abroad.
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The 284 has more sections, so in theory, it is probably the less rigid of the two.....but I doubt you'd actually notice the difference between them. The main differences for me would be the folded weight.....the 284 is quite a bit smaller once packed away, but the extra sections mean it takes more time to set it up and pack it away.....
I have the 283 legs, but if I was buying again, I'd buy the 284's.....purely for the folded size!!
I have the 283 legs, but if I was buying again, I'd buy the 284's.....purely for the folded size!!
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The more sections it has, then the more joints there are, and so stability is reduced (theoretically at least). Imagine having 1-section legs, it would be veeeerry stable, and also too cumbersome to move anywhere.
So the 4 section sacrifices a little sturdiness for a more compact package, and it'll also take a little longer to extend to full height. Whether you'll notice this in the real world is another matter though!
Personally I'll be going for the 4 section, as portability is more important to me, but if may be completely different for you!
So the 4 section sacrifices a little sturdiness for a more compact package, and it'll also take a little longer to extend to full height. Whether you'll notice this in the real world is another matter though!
Personally I'll be going for the 4 section, as portability is more important to me, but if may be completely different for you!
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I went for the 283 purely because of the theoretical advantage in rigidity. It is quite large when folded but does come with a soft case which has a very good cushioned strap. I find mine comfortable to carry over the shoulder. I think that it would be too large to attach to a rucksack. If you intend to carry it like that you'd probably be better off with the 284.
Another point to consider is the head. I bought mine with a ballhead but replaced it with a 3 way head after a few months use. Personally I get on with the 3 way head much better because I like the ability to make minor adjustments to a single plane at a time.
Another point to consider is the head. I bought mine with a ballhead but replaced it with a 3 way head after a few months use. Personally I get on with the 3 way head much better because I like the ability to make minor adjustments to a single plane at a time.
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^ I know what you mean about ball heads, I'm saving for a Manfrotto 405 geared head, after using one the other month, the precision is superb, awesome for landscape or anything you want super smooth single plane adjustment..
I've got the RS324 + RSH12 , the RS324 is definitely overkill, it's rated at 12Kg and you need to be a giant to max it out without even raising the column..
I've got the RS324 + RSH12 , the RS324 is definitely overkill, it's rated at 12Kg and you need to be a giant to max it out without even raising the column..