Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate)
The Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head is a gimbal-type tripod head that allows the entire weight of the camera and lens combination to be hung rather than balanced.
This Gimbal design allows the camera to be sidemounted rather than to be placed on top of a ball head. This is especially useful for larger telephoto lenses or spotting scopes. This way the lens can rotate around its center of gravity, dramatically improving handling and vibration dampening.
The Jr. 2 is useful for small-to-medium telephoto zoom lenses with a rotating tripod collar, such as: 100-400mm f/4 lens, 70-200mm f/2.8, 50-500mm, etc.
- Arca-Type Quick Release System
- The Arca-Swiss type quick release base allows it to be used with any of the many "Arca-Swiss type" plates, available from Arca-Swiss, Foba, NPC, Novoflex, etc.
- Ergonomically Designed Knobs
- Ergonomically designed thermoplastic clamping knobs. These feature a wide grip and smooth contours that are easy on the hands. The high-profile design allows for ease of use and strong clamping, even with gloves on.
- Maintenance Free Design
- Requires no maintenance. Delrin bushings will not wear out, and heavy-duty waterproof grease is used to create the silky-smooth operation.
- All Weather Design
- Its hard powder-coated support arm and anodized aluminum shafts and clamp assure the finish will endure the worst a photographer can throw at it.
| Maximum Camera Supported | Pro SLR camera with pro zoom lens (e.g. 70-200mm f/2.8, 100-400mm f/4, 50-500mm, etc.) |
| Load Capacity | Any 35mm camera with zoom lens |
| Height | 9" (22.8 cm) |
| Quick Release | Yes (Arca-Swiss type) |
| Spirit Level | No |
| Tension Control | No |
| Tripod Mount Thread Size | 3/8" |
| Weight | 1.3 lb (590 g) |
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Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fits well (5)
- Improves tripod function (5)
- Compact (4)
- Lightweight (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography (5)
- Long exposures (4)
- Stabilization (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (3)
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Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
I USE THIS WITH MY N-700 & SIGMA 50 / 500 GLASS
VERY STABLE .. AND MUCH LIGHTER THAN MY OLD
SETUP ....
Pros
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Smooth bearings
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Telephoto Photography
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
Lightweight, smooth, stable. Actually rock solid.
A good product for the price. Need to use it with a good stable tripod to get the full benefit.
Great for packing as it doesn't weigh a ton.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Solid/Sturdy
Cons
Best Uses
- Long Exposures
- Macro Photography
- Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
A great add for the serious photographer doing nature, astro, and microphotography
Pros
- Compact
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
I use this with my Canon 40D and the 100-400 IS lens. I put a Wimberley P20 quick release plate on the tripod collar. This set up is what I take hiking with me so weight and size is important. It is easy to pack and easy to set up. My camera balances perfectly and I can even put a flash and better beamer on the camera and still have it balance. The camera absolutely does not drift until I move it. One thing I didn't consider when I bought this is I can't use it with lenses that don't have a tripod collar.
Pros
- Compact
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
This unique gimbal fills the gap between full sized heads and ball type heads. Perfect for medium sized telephotos and zooms, it is ruggedly constructed and balances 300mm f4 and 80-200 f2.8 size lenses perfectly. At about half the cost of a full gimbal head it offers quality construction and excellent performance.
Pros
- Compact
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Lightweight
Cons
- Vibration with large lens
Best Uses
- Carrying long distances
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
It performed very well with the weight of a 200-400mm F4 VR lens and Nikon D2x. The lens and camera remained steady with very little vibration. Hiking long distances with a long telephoto lens and related gear made its light weight its greatest feature. There was noticable vibration when used with a 600mm F4 lens.
Pros
- Compact
- Fits Well
- Improves Tripod Function
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Absence of "drift"
- Long Exposures
- Photography
- Reducing Noise (ISO Reduction)
- Stabilization
Comments about Jobu Design BWG-J2 Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Tripod Head with Arca-Swiss Type Quick Release Base (Requires Plate):
Last November (2007) I purchased a Jobu Black Widow Jr. 2 Gimbal Head with the L Bracket Upgrade that converts the side mount lens clamp design to a top mount. As a bird photographer, I discovered the very quick, smooth and solid action of the Gimbal unit to be a pleasure to use. The camera/telephoto system can be balanced easily on the tripod, and there is no annoying drift when the camera is focused on the subject.
I was so impressed that I then purchased a complete 2nd system to use on my other tripod which I use with a spotting scope and for digiscoping.
These recent Gimbal Head purchases have made my life as a birder and a photographer much more enjoyable
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