Customer Reviews:
 Heavy item, stable March 10, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
Not a pro photographer, but I've owned cheap tripods in the past. I wouldn't take my review too serious as I am just getting into the hobby, but the item is solidly built, mounts my tripod head securely, adjusts easily and makes me feel like I made a good investment.Bogen-Manfrotto 322RC2 Horizontal Grip Action Ball Head with RC2 Rapid Connect Plate (3157N)
Lovin' it! February 29, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I've fallen in love with this tripod. I am a beginner and am I am slowly upgrading my photography equipment. Upgraded to this from a Sunpak which was much bigger but much less stable. I have paired it with a Bogen-Manfrotto 322 RC2 Horizontal Grip Action Ball Head with RC2 Rapid Connect System.
My camera (K10D with battery grid) and heaviest lens together weigh 11 pounds. This tripod is stable in all configurations with the center column used vertically. Even with the center column extended horizontally, by paying attention to which direction the legs are pointed, and adding counterweight to the attached hook, (at the head), this tripod is rock solid.
I love the fact that this tripod has adjustable tension for all its adjustments and comes with the tool needed attached to one of the legs.
I DO have two minor quips, and they are very minor indeed. There is no handle or strap included with this tripod, (I guess they want to sell you ACCESSORIES!), and you must partially open one leg to carry this tripod. My other (tiny) complaint would be adding a hook to the bottom of the center column for using it horizontally. With a hook you would be able to use less wieght to counterbalance your camera/lens. Again the dreaded ACCESSORIES.
This tripod is not light, but not as heavy as others I have shopped. If you really want light, look at carbon, you will be disappointed here. I am sure there are better, lighter tripods on the market, but haven't seen any in this price range.
For the price, this is a fantastic piece of equipment and I look forward to using this for a while.
 190XPROB Review February 24, 2008
6 out of 15 found this review helpful
I bought this tripod to use with a Kowa TSN-823 spotting scope based on reviews. This tripod is too small to use with a spotting scope. The slightest wind or the slightest movement of the fluid head causes tripod movement that takes too long to settle. Buy a more substantial tripod for use with a scope.
Perfectly happy with my purchase February 23, 2008
While I have only had this tripod for a couple of weeks I am already happy I purchased it. Quick and easy to set up and the twisting center column is great for flowers. Rock steady with my 40D and 400mm lens.
I looked at Carbon but for the price I just didn't see the point.
Great Tripod!!!
sturdy and well built February 16, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
I was confused when i first started looking around for a new tripod. There were so many to choose from, but i knew that i didn't wanna break the bank for a Gitzo. The next obvious choice for me was manfrotto. I'm not a pro, but this tripod gives me sharp pictures at a great price. When i first pulled it out of the box, my first impression was how well built and put together it was. You hold this tripod and it just feels right. The legs are very easy to extend, no screwing and unscrewing parts, just a simple locking switch and you're set. Some may think this tripod is too heavy to carry around for long periods of time, but i'm not going on some safari for three days. I keep it in my truck and when i see something interesting i'll set it up and get my shot. Get it, save yourself some money, and enjoy taking better pictures with this solid tripod.
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