I took a chance on an Innorel/ArtCise LB44 ball head after being disappointed with the Vanguard BH-100. They are similar in weight but the LB44 is much stronger and more compatible with Arca Swiss. The ball head and rotating base work smoothly and reliably with my full frame 35mm SLR. The QR clamp and plates are high quality and work well. The extra plate is a real value, as are others in the $25 range. Paired with the Benro Mach3 2 series carbon fiber tripod, this is the lightest hiking rig I can imagine, big and strong enough for my landscape photography. requirements while maintaining reasonable costs. I do not regret this purchase.