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Old 17th June 2020, 02:30 PM
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In general monorail cameras are more rigid and have more movements over a wider range. The metal design allows for a smoother action and they usually have a longer bellows draw (for close-up shots) and are generally less fiddly as each movement tends to have its own locking knob.

The Arca Swiss series are relatively light; tho' I imagine they won't approach anything like the Intrepid on that score.

They are the most versatile option but the additional weight and bulk (they are not designed to fold down at all) makes them awkward for hiking with - although I have used my Arca Swiss in that mode.
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