Nikon, Canon, Olympus or Pentax? It's purely preference. All of the major players are more than capable of producing great shots. People always ask me what camera brand I use. This is the one that feels most comfortable in my hands.
To ensure my panoramic images come out perfect everytime the use of a panoramic head is required. But for many it is important to balance size, weight and cost in the equation. When running a panoramic class in 2011 there were numerous inquiries for a cost effective product. Here is a light weight, portable, well built, and cost effective panoramic head. Did I forget to mention light weight?