On Thu, 27 Jan 2000 00:34:03 -0500, "pandaman"
>I've heard reasonably good things about the Cartoni Action Pro, and mixed
>reviews on the Bogen 501. Haven't tried either one myself, though.
I tried a Cartoni Action Pro a while back, and instantly
hated it! Much as I'm not fond of Bogan tripods, the
3063 head on the 3046 legs (or even the 3021[?]!) was
smoother, with less back-lash. I wound up with a used
Cartoni mid-range combo that was VERY smooth (and
originally very expensive), but the size and weight
(about 13 pounds total) are unmanageable for me - it
is therefore for sale (for $650 + shipping, in good
shape...), and I will use the Bogan...