Sachtler FSB-6 or Ace L - both 13LB max weight? Which one?

[hasselblad]

Which one would you get? Sachtler FSB-6 or Ace L (new one with the carbon sticks) - both 13LB max weight???
They have the same max weigh limit. Ace is slightly lighter which I
prefer because I work with my wife. I don't mind that it is plastic. The
Ace is around $800-$950. The FSB is slighly more expensive. I would use
it with a Nikon D4 + 70-200 2.8 VR + audio.
Which one should I get? It seems to me that the ACE is the same for less.... What do you think?

[julitomg]

Personally, O´d prefer tthe FSB-6´leg arrangement, even if it weights more. It´s probably a subjective opinion, but I don´t trust too much the single tube leg style, feels a little "shaky" to me. But well, you´re talking Sachtler here, it should be sturdy enough if you decide to go for it.

[hasselblad]

Maybe Miller or Cartoni...?

[Cornucopia]

I agree with julitomg for exactly the same reasons. Do look at Miller, Cartoni, O'Connor or Manfrotto to see what the other big players have as alternatives (assuming same specs), but what you've selected looks good. If you intend to seriously continue with shooting high-quality stuff, you won't regret getting the Sachtler.

Scott

[hasselblad]

Thanks soooooo much!
Otto

[hasselblad]

I have looked around. I would rule out Cartoni because people say it is not as smooth as the Sachtler and Vinten, Millers unless they cost 3k and up.
I kind of like the price range of the Ace L from Sachtler. What do you think?