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Review Summary
2008-09-03T21:00:00
This is a replacement for an earlier version that was stolen, improvements make it an even better tripod
Mike
2008-08-24T21:00:00
Landscape photography.Low light photos. Have had other tripods units, have had trouble with leg extensions, the type that unscrew. I know these leg extensions will wear in time, but from having the alum verison of this tripod it will be couple of years.
William B.
2008-04-29T21:00:00
Lots has been said and written about this excellent, albeit pricey tripod. A tripod is a tripod, so it takes the human shake out of the equation. Where carbon fibre stand out from the rest is in portability and light weight which in turn makes re-positionings a cinch. Great for down low macro work as well. Can't go wrong with Manfrotto...
Cliffrose
2008-03-19T21:00:00
Very well built and stable. To me it seems like a lot of money for a tripod, but well worth it. Paired it with the Bogen/Manfrotto 486RC2 head.
Robert M.
2007-02-11T19:00:00
This is my second carbon fiber tripod and we love them! Manfrotto/Bogen has the name and is constantly refining their products. This generation comes with a shoulder strap. With over thirty weddings and umpteen on-site portrait sessions, this tripod is a no brainer in that I have never had to think about it. You can spend more money for other tripods, but I don't know why you should. This item gets an A+.
PETER K.
2007-02-11T19:00:00
I LOVE this tripod! I have had issue with other tripods breaking with casual use and this one stands up through treks through the woods!
VLKrause
2007-02-04T19:00:00
it is amazing how only a couple of pounds difference in the tripod weight can make on a long hike to get to the perfect spot
yelloobeast
The 055MF3 is an ideal tripod for many applications. A 'beefier' tripod to the 190MF series, the 055MF3 provides professional photographers with a tripod that's still very light in weight, simple to use, strong, and extremely versatile to position.
The 055MF3 supports up to 15lbs, offers a minimum height of only 4.3 inches - which is perfect for low-angle shooting, and can extend to over 5 1/2 ft when needed. Without compromising on stability or rigidity of the tripod, Manfrotto engineers reduced the weight of the 055MF3 by utilizing carbon fiber legs with quick action lever locks in magnesium and resin.
In addition, they incorporated the patended design of the 3021PRO series top spider which offers four leg angle settings, and converts the center column into a lateral arm.
The center column itself is of the latest generation of aluminum and resin materials. The low-angle adapter forms the top section of the center column and is easily detached by simply unscrewing the knob at the bottom of the column. This enables the head to be left mounted on the center column when switching between low-angle and normal shooting positions.
All parts are assembled using a proven pressure clamp technology for greater durability and in-the-field serviceability. To make transportation even easier, the 190MF3 is supplied with a hand padded carrying strap that can also double asa hook to hang weight and increase stability during extreme wind conditions.