I'd been pestering Tom for the past 2-3 years about a center column for the 42 series, as it was just a placeholder image from the 34mm version...but finally he told me 6 months ago so out of curiousity a few weeks ago I checked and there it was a true image, but it was sold out!! So I put it on my notify list when in stock and checked and it was available so at that instant ordered. When it finally arrived, wow, what a seriously overbuilt piece of carbon and aluminum. Super smooth and every bit the matching quality of the tripod. It works exactly as expected , smooth and rock solid, and will no doubt last the rest of my career at least. I no longer have to adjust all three legs of my tripod to match subject height, sooooo happy with it. For those waiting, snatch it up NOW, you will not be disappointed if you've already maid the 42mm investment.

FINALLY. like other than the birth of my baby boy...this is the very next thing II was looking forward to....this completes the functionality check box. - for photos and video this is a lifesaver for time restricted jobs. has saved my butt several times just in the past month - headshots for CES and video run and gun segments.barely adds any weight to the overall structured it ROCK SOLID. typical over engineering from ProMediaGear. - don't think about it - if you have 42 sticks get this.

I had a specific need for a compact tripod, that had good extension with no centre column that would fit inside a 1650 Pelican case: The Pro Media Gear brand was familiar but I had not purchased anything from them prior. It's been soo good iv made more purchases from them!

Im familiar enough with manufacturing techniques to understand and appreciate domestic, small batch manufacturing - especially companies that design and make everything in house: something worth paying a premium for. Multi Axis CNC machines are epic and when paired with good engineering, can make some incredible products.

You can tell it's made with very high tolerances and the legs extend beautifully. I love the fit and finish: super solid and extends to a really excellent height (above head height for me at 6 foot tall). It's really lightweight but VERY sturdy, capable of handling everything I have including 400mm 2.8, on Nikon z9.

I use the BH1 ball head in combination with the GT2 Tomahawk to help create stability while capturing hummingbirds in low light. Quality construction that provides consistent results.

After much research on what tripod to get I settled on this beauty.

The adjustability, strength, and height gave me a huge step up from my previous tripod. My first outing with it I used the full height to capture a beautiful red morph screech owl in a cavity. I would not have been able to get the shot without this tripod. The weight of my 600mm lens would have prevented it.

This tripod is extremely light weight and adjust to my every need. Promediagear knocked it out of the park.

Lovely monopod. Well made as I expected! I use it with a 600mm and a 400mm with a Tomahawk connected to the lens. It is very solid with no sag or creep even with the weight of the 600mm mirrorless. A very nice pad is connected to the monopod and a very comfortable strap along with it. Made in the USA—what could be better! Thanks ProMediaGear!

This L-bracket for my Nikon Z9 is well made, fits the camera like a glove and makes mounting a tripod and adding accessories very easy. I pretty much leave it on the camera 100% of the time. IMO well worth the $$

I’m a former machinist and current pro photographer / videographer by trade. These components are very well thought out and engineered!

I love this Handle. It is such a great addition for when shooting handheld with my Godox V1 or Nikon flash. With a flash cord or with the wireless remote. Light weight, and I can put on my Lume Cube Panel for added soft or colored light. So versatile in uses. If you get the second HB2, the lighting options increase. Or with video, the microphone can be added and you have two-handed balance control of the camera. I have the PMG L-bracket on the Z6ii pictured. I pull out the side and it works as the second handle, just not as soft as a second Handle and bracket.

I am a happy owner of a Katana Jr. and I just acquired the GT2 Tomahawk. What a remarkably light gimbal, but so sturdy and made to the highest standards. I put it on my PMG BH50c60 Ball Head. It works with the ball head seamlessly. I highly recommend this combination. No Wimberley sidekick for me anymore! I love ProMediaGear too much. The GT2 is making its first big trip for elk in three weeks. I know it will preform admirably.

Follow up review. This has got to be one of my most reached to tripods that comes out with me onto location, I have the TR344 for when I need something lightweight. This tripod is a beast and so sturdy even when you have it at the maximum height, I've done 5 minute plus long exposures in windy conditions and it was still tack sharp. I use the levelling bowl paired with the BH1 ball head most of the time, I never have to weigh it down for my long exposures, I just put the tripod down on the ground and it stands up to the elements, using the spikes helps you anchor into the ground.

4 years on and nothing has broken on this, I have put it though a lot and it has battle scars on it from use yet it still keeps going. I do regular cleaning and once a year I give the tripod a full service to keep the tripod functioning.

I have people ask me why I have such a tall tripod and I say it is great for working on uneven ground or on a slop, great as well when you want to shoot from high up. I have considered buying the centre column for more height.

If you look after this I can see you getting easily 20 years out of it, PMG will also look after you if you'll need anything.

I've owned my BH1 head for almost 4 years now and it is a beast, I like how just a slight turn backs it off fully so great for quick changes to your composition. It is fully mechanical as well with no grease inside so it won't freeze up on you. With lightweight camera setups it has doesn't really move when backed off but be careful to make sure it is clamped down before you move your tripod, I had my camera drop forward in the early days of using this head, it isn't a fault but just something you need to get used to. With heavier cameras it works a real treat with a little bit of friction to give you that secure feeling I hate it when a ball head goes really loose on you when you back off that knob. I don't have the side bubble level on mine but I am seriously considering getting another BH1 head just so I can have that, I would still use my current one on my other tripod (TR344) but this mainly stays on my TR424L when I need a very stable base for my setup.

I love the freedom the head gives you, if you need to look straight down quickly you can and if you back off both knobs you can move the head at full range and only limited by the tripod legs

I've been using PMG for 4 years now and I really like to use their gear and this new head that hasn't been out for long is more you conventional style head but it still works mechanically without grease so means it won't lock up on you in extreme weather conditions, I put it in my freezer over night at -22 degrees celsius and it still functioned as normally when taken straight out.

Works just fine with a big camera setup on it as well, once you lock everything down it is very stable! If you need something really strong I recommend you look at the BH1 ball head as that is a tank

I recently got the leveling ball for my tripod. Prior to receiving it, I would have to achieve level by lowering a leg or two, in increments, which is not ideal. Now, all I have to do is get close to level with the legs and finish off with the leveling ball. What a time saver! This device is a life saver when trying to achieve level with the Katana Jr. The Jr. has a nice big leveling bubble that is easy to look down on so the leveling ball is a cinch to adjust with. No more wonky horizons when panning. The picture of the eagle that is attached was taken with the Katana Jr. And the leveling ball. I snapped off 10-15 frames before the eagle disappeared and I think at least 3/4 were sharp. I owe a lot to the Katana Jr. and now, also, to the leveling ball.
Thanks for another great product ProMediaGear.
P. S. I have reviewed a number of ProMediaGear products but ProMediaGear does not sponsor me nor have they provided any demo units. I purchased and own the PMG gear I have. All opinions are mine, accurate and honest. So far, every product I have purchased from PMG has met or exceeded my expectations for quality and performance.

Matt

Cheap rarely matches best quality, and those plugs are quite expensive, but they are worth every bit invested. I bought two of them, and coupled with dedicated ProMediaGear L Bracket and a Blackrapid Double slim shoulder strap I can carry two DSLR with ease and with great comfort. great product, and made to last.