Looking for a tripod head for traveling or hiking?
Ball heads are known for their ease of use. A sleek, simple ball head might suit your needs.
But which is best, and why?
Tripod heads
If you want to buy a tripod head separately from the legs, this category will help you narrow down your choices.
There are several types to choose from, including fluid video heads, ball heads, pan-tilt heads, and two- or three-way heads, each with their own benefits.
Fluid Head Tripod Heads
These tripod heads use a fluid damping system to create smooth movements.
Want to track fast-moving birds?
Pan head tripod heads
Two way tripod heads
Designed for speed and convenience, two way tripod heads can be adjusted quickly.
THREE WAY TRIPOD HEADS
The best three-way tripod heads for birding spotting scopes
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What Gitzo tripod head is best for a birding spotting scope?
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Five of the best fluid pan tripod heads for birding spotting scopes
Not sure which fluid tripod head offers great panning smoothness for a birding scope? We review a range of fluid heads. See which is top here