Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

I'm 6'2" tall and tired of constantly bending over to shoot. Its strong and sturdy, heavy but not terribly heavy. I'm very happy with it.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Very solid and outstanding quality and workmanship

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

When I first got into photography, I didn't think I would have much need for a tripod, so I bought a cheap-o to get me by on the rare occasion that I needed one. Well, needless to say, you get what you pay for. I quickly found that I needed something more solid, and that is the first thing I noticed about the Manfrotto 055XB. This tripod is sturdy and is well constructed. I have no doubt that it will last for many years if properly cared for.

It provides all of the functionality that I need in a tripod, and is not too large when folded. Some people feel that this tripod is too heavy, but I am used to carrying a lot of gear anyways and I do just fine with it. I particularly like how the tripod can go low to the ground with the legs almost completely horizontal. The only disadvantage to this is that the camera is fixed in one place, and even with a ball head it provides limited flexibility. This was not a problem for the type of shooting I do, but if you need more control over low angle or macro shots, you should look at the 055XPROB. That tripod allows the center column to be placed horizontally for increased versatility.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Good value - light enough to not need carbon fiber version. Actually too light for dolly work (need to add weights). Never thought I would ever complain about lightness.

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Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Using with the 7D for video. Works Great, very stable. I am looking into getting the Short Center Post as you can not go too low with the standard one. I have also shot with a HPX 200 on this tripod and it works great for that also. Stable like a heavy tripod without too much weight to carry.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

This was the least expensive tripod I could find with this weight rating. I use it with my medium format Hasselblad, for everything from night photography, to macro. It is of excellent build quality, rock solid, extremely easy to use, and a great price! One reviewer mentioned sawing off the center column, but that is completely unnecessary because it comes with an adapter that allows you to lower it all the way to the ground with full stability. You simply disconnect the adapter, pull out the center column, and spread the legs out, and boom the tripod is almost completely flat. Throw a ballhead on it and you're ready to go! It is not the lightest tripod ever, but for the price range and stability you get, I believe it is unmatched. I have no problems carrying it, but I am a bigger guy at 6' 4". I highly recommend it.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

I've owned a number of Video Camera type tripods but as I moved into wildlife photography with larger telephoto lenses I realized I needed something better. I drove down to Adorama in NY to sample all the tripods available. This unit fit the bill. Relatively inexpensive, well built, clip type leg locks rather than the twist type and able to support a camera with a telephoto lens. It is extremely sturdy and it weighs a bit more than a carbon fiber equivalent, but this adds stability for the use I have.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Love these tripod legs, but the center column is way too long and unnecessary. I plan to saw it off so I can achive low-to-the-ground shots.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

It is every bit the great piece of equipment that I thought it was when it was recommended to me. As noted, it is quite heavy, making it difficult to use when one is hiking. This is no surprise, however, as Adorama provided all the specifications needed to make a decision.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Replaced a lightweight tripod with this one and my photo's improved greatly. I have found that it is easier to carry the tripod in the case while hiking

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

For years I had a k-mart tripod. Spent years bent over to take pictures. When I upgraded cameras I decided it was silly to have an expensive camera on a $39 tripod. After much research I decided on this tripod. I have never been happier, with a tripan head I don't have to bend anymore. The horizontal feature is great for micros and with a cable release you don't have to reach for the button.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Use primarily w/ super telephotol for wildlife photograpy. Plenty stable and light enough for field use.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto 055XB Black Tripod Legs (Height 2.76 - 70", Maximum Load 15.40 lbs):

Just bought this tripod with 486RC2 ball head. Took it out to shoot fireworks on July 4th. But a thunderstorm showed up and fireworks were canceled. But I got several shots of lightning with exposures ranging from 1 sec to 3 sec. In a wind of 25mph (I guessed), the pictures came out without any blur that I can detect when viewing at 100%.

The only thing I am not really satisfied are the caps of the tension screw. They are way too loose. I've already lost two out of six. I would hope that Manfrotto can send me some extra to prevent rusting of the screws.