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Manfrotto 190XPROB Tripod Legs Only - Black
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By N Branchett (Maidstone, Kent)
This tripod is a very good place to start, it does most things that most people will want to do and it is light enough to carry all day. Carries easily in a camera back pack or Manfrotto bag. Fit your camera and lens on top put your camera strap across your body and carry it at your side, ready for use. (Weather Permitting). It can be slightly unstable in very strong winds, as I found out recently, with some shaky pictures.
For long exposure shots it will do OK in most conditions, but, I will be getting something a bit more stable for that, when I can afford it. For now I am still very happy to use this tripod.
For an idea of what it can take weight wise, I have used it with an EOS 7D and grip and Sigma 150 - 500 lens, the photos turned out well.
I have had this tripod for 3 years, without any malfunctions. I use it a lot.
Extremely well made product as usual by Manfrotto, Amazon's price is extremely keen!!
By Mr. Lorne R. Carlile
I ordered this mated with a Manfrotto 460MG head as a direct replacement for an aging Uniloc system.
Although the Uniloc offers a very flexible and stable platform, it is a bit cumbersome and timely to erect, and I hoped that the Manfrotto combination would prove quicker and more convenient. I was proven right.
Having taken the time to go to a nearby branch of Jessops to compare my original choice of the Giottos MTL series with the Manfrotto (both in store), I instantly switched to the 190XPROB based upon my immediate appreciation of the superior design and engineering. The whole assembly just oozes quality.
Despite a modest weight, the tripod legs are very sturdy- with very positive quick-release catches, and a beautifully engineered cast-metal catch atop each leg to allow silky smooth independant movement. The only criticism echoed by others is the (relatively) poorer performance when fully extended and the column raised to its highest- but given that I rarely adopt such height and needed the flexibility at lower heights where I commonly frame and compose shots, this is a minor point for me. I seem to spend more time croutching, or on my knees, in front of the view finder- and this is where the 190XPROB excells- but I have no complaint with the tripod when fully extended and supporting my Pentax K20D with battery grip. However, others with heavier DSLRs may wish to compare with the 055XPROB.
Highly recommended!
By James Schofield (uk)
i read a lot of reviews before i buy and the reviews on amazon were spot on for this one, its a rock solid tripod that just does everything you want it to. if i had to say one negative thing about it, it would be the clips that tighten the legs to the length that you want them to be on. sometimes they tend to feel really stiff and i'd imagine a female with smaller hands could have some difficulty. i do not find this a problem, but it is one of those things that stuck out. all that being said, it would not deter me from buying this product, buy one.
By Mr. G. Bridgeman-clarke (Rayleigh UK)
I bought this tripod after seeing so many recommendations but to be frank the Gitzo was so much more expensive I really didn't know if it was worth the extra cash. However, I have been usiong mine for over a year and its by far the best tripod I have used. Sturdy but still portable. Only thing which can be irritating is the legs release. You need to release these in order but then again thats no hardship.
I use this tripod as my first port of call an it has now demoted my Benbo which again has had 15 years odf service. All in all you get what you pay for and at this costs it pays back over and over again.
By Don Pelayo (Asturias)
When it comes to tripods there are 3 factors to consider ,stability ,weight and price.
If you are on a budget and are looking for a good ,stable and light tripod that you can carry in long walks ,look no more .Although it weights 1800 grams it can take nearly 5000 grams ( medium D-SLR plus a large telephoto ) and can switch from vertical to horizontal framing very easily.
Is not as stable as its predecesors the 055 but it has the feel of a professional tripod.
4 1/2 stars
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Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Manfrotto 055XPROB Tripod Legs Only - Black
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- Maximum height 190.5CM/70.0Inches- Minimuh height 77.5cm/30.5Inches
- Weight 3.2kg/6.9lb
- Maximum load 4kg/8.8lb
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By Genny (London)
What a great tripod I was tempted to buy a cheaper one but was told to invest in a good one I am so glad I did & this brand kept coming up on top.. Am I glad I did this tripod is sturdy looks the part & does the job it has certainly improved my photography & my you certainly pay for what u get I just can't imagine what the more expensive manfrotto brands would be like.
By N. Tyler (Hampshire, UK)
Not the lightest tripod in the world but counter-balanced by a very sturdy feel, even when fully or near-fully extended (and this tripod extends pretty high!).
The quick action leg-locks make extending or collapsing the legs very easy whilst still providing a firm lock. I use mine with a Canon 40D and the tripod is rock-steady.
Overall I would say excellent value for money.
By Ian Linux (Birmingham, UK)
Quality of Build - Out of the box, this tripod exudes quality. It gets even better when you draw out the legs for first inspection and testing. The extendible leg clamps are adjustable, so if they wear a bit over time you can re-tighten them with the attached tool, but clamp assuringly otherwise. The collar through which the head column travels articulates slightly when flipping between horizontal and vertical modes - this is a lovely design feature which seems to obviate wear that could otherwise be the case with a rigid alternative. It's not until the legs (which can be set at varying angles) are fully clamped, along with the head column that one appreciates the sturdiness of this unit; it definitely gains its rigidity as a sum of its parts through effective design, rather than each part being individually robust.
Weight - I've yet to try it with the camera head (322RC2 Heavy Duty Grip Ball still stuck in the Winter's post) and camera, but this tripod is probably just about right. It remains light enough to be easily portable and heavy enough to remain rigid. I'll reserve judgement on heavy wind use though but am mindful of the weight attachment hook present on this model.
Ease of use - I found this unit's functionality fairly self-explanatory. However, moving the camera head column from the vertical to the horizontal via the articulated collar is both smooth and effortless. The collar swivels on its axis freely. A joy to use.
Noted extras - The counterweight hook, integrated spirit level and leg clamp tightening tool have yet to be tested along with the position of the shoulder strap loop, but the foam insulators on two of the tripod legs were very welcome yesterday given the coldness of the metal in this weather (January 5th during the UK's very bad Winter snap)
The only real disappointment for me is that the unit didn't come with a carry case/cover as standard, whilst the delivery from Amazon wasn't packaged to disguise the contents nor prevent the box from being opened. But I think I got everything meant to be included. And be careful not to pinch your finger when changing the head column from the vertical to the horizontal via the switch at the bottom of the column. Although the instructions give you a warning (fairly hidden though), it's natural to hold the free end of the column, which can act to trap a finger against the collar in painful fashion.
So my now redundant trusted 25-year old Revue tripod has been boxed whilst I look forward to many years of use out of this seemingly excellent replacement.
By Gary Morley (Lancashire, England)
Having invested a good sum of money in a Nikon D90, I felt that it deserved a solid reputable tripod to stand on. I have been using it regularly for several months and am delighted with it. It is of excellent quality, robustly built, and extremely versatile (for landscape or portrait shots) . It's quick to set up / put away and I don't find the weight a problem.
By West
GOOD TRIPOD, BUT TOO EXPENSIVE WHEN TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THE COST OF BUYING AN EXTRA HEAD ETC, WOULD PREFER THE SLIK 780DX!
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