After doing some research in the forum, I recently purchased a Gitzo 1570M head to use with my Zone VI 8x10, which is the first 8x10 I've ever had. The first time I used the setup I became frustrated with how hard it was to unscrew the camera from the head in order to walk around with the gear. I looked into getting a quick-release, which I'm used to using with a 4x5, but feel like that little piece of metal between the camera and head will create a very unsturdy and flexible situation.
Is it possible, and reasonable, to use a quick-release with an 8x10, and if so, does anybody know the best one to use with the Gitzo 1570, or is the awkward and laborious carrying of the camera connected to the tripod just something I have to deal with? My camera has a single 3/8" hole in the center.
I didn't get an 8x10 to make things easier, but I hope that there is a better way to support and keep the camera relatively still. Thanks for any advice.
-Jon
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