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[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Old Lyme, CT on 12/7/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
The latches self-destruct (shatter on contact) in cold weather, and the parts can not be replaced.
Looking for a new one this year
[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Canada on 7/23/2008
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
Great tripod does the trick for me.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Boston on 10/30/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
This is a great little tripod. I purchased this for my world travels. I needed something lightweight, compact, but stable enough for my SLR and tele lenses. Its weight capacity of 5.5lbs is enough for my uses.
Overall I was very pleased after having used this in a few different countries. I was able to keep it slung on my shoulder with my camera bag and didn't feel weighed down.
It sets up and breaks down very fast, setting up my shot took longer.
It was very stable. I can't speak to how tough it is and it's longevity yet, but it feels like it will last for a while.
[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]
from West Chester PA on 10/26/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
The Digi 718SHB is certainly a nice tripod. It's small and you can take it anywhere. The thing that makes me very unhappy about it is the quality of the twist locks. The plastic they are made of becomes brittle under freezing temperatures. During a trip to the Grand Canyon 3 locks broke because of the relatively cold weather (-5C/23F). I had to mend them with scotch tape. It's very upsetting as I thought a Manfrotto tripod would last me forever.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from San Diego, CA on 10/2/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
This not only fits into my suitcase, but is efficient to use and very stable. I would reccomend this for any enthusiast travelling and needing a tripod.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from new york, ny on 9/26/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
This is a very nice tripod, easy to carry and set-up with a versatile head that moves into position smoothly for all occasions. Bolt holding camera in position has loosened a tad, need to keep this tightened, probably on a monthly or so basis, but has caused no major interference. It's weight and easy mobility made it a very likeable companion on my recent travels. Will travel with it again. Very nice for night shots off the roof of my building. Holds camera securely in place.
[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]
from iowa on 7/10/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
Light, easy to carry, loads a D200 with a 400mm telephoto without problem.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Naperville, IL on 5/8/2007
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
Setup is quick and easy...very portable
[8 of 10 customers found this review helpful]
from Ventura, CA on 11/3/2006
Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 718SHB Super Compact Digi Tripod with 3-Way Quick Release Head & Case:
I was looking for something light and compact to carry while traveling to other countries or while riding a motorcycle. I thought that I would have to pay for carbon fiber. I was even willing to sacrifice some stability for small size. I didn't have to. It fits perfectly on my compact Tamrac Expedition 3. It is all that I wanted.