Custom Brackets CB Gimbal
£590/$590
www.custombrackets.com there are no fewer than nine knobs dotted around the bracketry, with separate pan and tilt drag knobs to control resistance independently of the locking clamps. The complexity is also a result of this being a collapsible, modular design, where the horizontal and vertical arms can be separated for better storage. Another thoughtful touch is the scalloped-edge base plate that means you can grip it directly when mounting the head to your tripod, rather than using the pan lock for extra leverage.
As you’d expect for hardware with a premium price, build quality is top notch. Everything clamps down securely, and the plethora of adjustment options makes it a cinch to mount lenses of all sizes. Once on board, even the heaviest glass will move effortlessly – silky smooth.