ProMediaGearGKJr. Katana Junior Telephoto Lens Gimbal Head for Telephoto Lenses Wildlife Sports Photography

I brought this to support my Olympus EM1X with the Olympus 150-400 Pro lens. Although it is possible to handhold this setup - to do that for 2 - 3 hours at one go - is asking too much. So - much easier to mount it to a Gimbal and let it carry the weight for you.About this GkJr Katana - it is a very nicely engineered Gimbal head. If I just lightly tighten the friction screws - I could add a little bit of resistance to the swivel actions. And also very good support as well - I could send them an email and get a response back within a day (I am across the Pacific Ocean).

I am mostly using this with a spotting scope. It is sturdy and easy to use, makes getting on the birds much easier than my previous head.I rarely need a tripod for the camera, IBIS is to the point where I can hand-hold most stuff. I do use it with the 2.0 converter, but it is is usually sufficient to turn off the ibis, turn the scope sideways, and rest the camera on the scope.

I am amazed at the quality and build of this Gimbal. It will rival the 1k ones out there. As soon as I held it I knew and felt the precision in the build. It moves so smoothly and the knobs hold so well. When locked down my camera does not budge. Camera is heavy with a grip and 2 batteries and a long Sigma lens. when loosened the action is like riding on air. I love this Gimbal and recommend it to anyone who wants a thousand dollar gimbal but does not want to pay that price. Awesome job with this product. A+++++++++

Return it today I tried on my gitzo it won’t lock up turning right.it’s defective.I’ll just stick with my tomahawk Gt-1 Promediagear

Quality product. Very strong and sturdy. Smooth movement. Love it! I highly recommend!