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(based on 4 ratings)
Brand: Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging
Located in: Tripods, Tripod & Monopod Accessories, Head Accessories
Bogen - Manfrotto Compact Leveling Head (#3502
Review Snapshot®
Avg. Customer Rating:
 
4.3 stars
(based on 4 reviews)
100% of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Customers most agreed on the following attributes:

Pros:
Compact(3), Fits well(3), Improves tripod function(4)
Best Uses:
Photography(3)

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

 
Good value head leveller
By Keith H.Verified Purchaser from Vancouver, BC on 9/22/2009
Pros:
Improves Tripod Function, Solid/Sturdy
Cons:
Operation
Best Uses:
Video
Describe Yourself:
Pro Photographer
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto Compact Leveling Head (#3502:

I've used this product for levelling a video head, and while it does that, the operation of the leveller is very notchy. It's quite fiddly to get the head levelled and adjustments are not as smooth as they should be.
The value is good however compared to other types, and for occasional use it's fine.

[2 of 3 customers found this review helpful]

 
Gets the job done!
By vqfloresVerified Purchaser from Chandler, AZ on 9/26/2007
Pros:
Compact, Fits Well, Improves Tripod Function, Very easy to use
Cons:
Adds weight to tripod
Best Uses:
Photography, Video
Describe Yourself:
Hobbyist/Enthusiast
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto Compact Leveling Head (#3502:

I can set it leveled in about 5 seconds. Much better than messing with the tripod legs to get a leveled picture. Great for video, no more tilting of your picture as you pan left an right.

[3 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
Perfect for most but not all
By Georgia Real Tours, LLCVerified Purchaser from Georgia on 2/13/2007
Pros:
Compact, Fits Well, Improves Tripod Function, Quick
Cons:
Poor Design
Best Uses:
Photography, Stabilization, Virtual Tour360
Describe Yourself:
Getting started, Professional

Comments about Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto Compact Leveling Head (#3502:

The Compact Leveling Head is a great addition to the average photographer who doesn't need exact levelling and yet needs a quick method of obtaining near-perfect level without adding bulk to her or his rig. This head adds a little weight and a little extra length to the tripod.

However, for those needing exact levelling such as those creating 360 degree images, this product has an interesting quirk where tightening the adjustment lever changes the level. It takes practice, and a bit of luck, to get exact level which is why this loses a star.

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

 
Fits the bill
By A Desert AnarchistVerified Purchaser from Austin, TX on 2/12/2007
Pros:
Compact, Fits Well, Improves Tripod Function, Lightweight
Best Uses:
Panorama photograph, Photography
Describe Yourself:
Professional
Bottom Line:
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Comments about Manfrotto by Bogen Imaging Bogen - Manfrotto Compact Leveling Head (#3502:

My budget would not support the purchase of the larger Bogen leveling head, but for my particular application, the mounting of a 3-axis panorama head, this smaller head is both simpler and lighter to deal with and the price was a lot more palatable. Maybe it does not offer the absolute precision of adjusting three separate leveling screws like the larger head, but I got into photography to take pictures, not fiddle with equipment all day.

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