ok,

what about:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...bon_fiber.html

and

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...tilt_head.html

$430 delivered and BH seem reputable.

Any other better suggestions around the $500 mark, or am I better spending more or less. I.e where is the sweet spot for best value?

thank you