Name: Manfrotto Modo Maxi Black Tripod Legs with Hybrid Joystick Ball Head
Brand: Manfrotto
SKU: BG785B
Availability: Discontinued
Rating: 3.97 (34 reviews)

Manfrotto Modo Maxi Black Tripod Legs with Hybrid Joystick Ball Head

Manfrotto 785B Modo Maxi Black Tripod Legs

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Manfrotto 785B Modo Maxi Black Tripod Le...

Buy: Manfrotto Modo Maxi Black Tripod Legs with Hybrid Joystick Ball Head Closed Length: 15.1" to 20", Leg Sections: 5, Material: Aluminum, Maximum Extended Height: 55.1" to 65", Maximum Height: 40.1" to 50", Maximum Load Capacity: 2.1 to 4 lbs

WONDERFUL AS A CARRYON BAG ACCESSORY.FOLDS SHORT AND EASY TO USE .I LOVED IT, BUT, BEWARE-----SOME 
ITALIAN SECURITY INSPECTORS BELIEVE IT TO BE 
"A WEAPON" OOPS ---MINE WAS CONFISCATED IN FLORENCE AT 6 AM I AM ABOUT TO GET ANOTHER !!!

LIGHTWEIGHT WINNER

I bought it as a travel tripod but it is flimsy and not much of an improvement over hand holding the camera.

Not very sturdy

DON'T PUT A DSLR ON THIS THING!!!!!

Here's a little test for you:

Screw the baseplate in to anything you want, then latch the baseplate on to the tripod.  Then, grab the thing mounted to the baseplate and pull back toward you and see if the latch just opens right up and your device comes right out.

Now, imagine picking up your tripod to move it like you would any other and your camera falls right out!

I thought I did something wrong, but my buddy that was with me just bought the exact same unit and tried it with his and his pulled right out too!  Now he is returning his.

I, on the other hand, smashed mine on the concrete.  My camera AND lens are broken and have to go in to be repaired (IF they can repair them).

USE FOR LITTLE POINT & SHOOTS ONLY!!!!!

DON'T USE WITH DSLR!!!!!

[...]  After receiving it I noticed that this particular tripod was designed for point and shoot cams.  It works fine with standard lenses but even has difficulty in portrait/vertical position...is not stable and gradually falls out of position.  However I am please with the compact size, weight and ease of use.  I would not recommend this for DSLR's.

Not made for DSLR's

This is an inexpensive tripod, I got it mostly because of name brand Manfrotto. I used it with consumers video camera and found it doesn't move smoothly and doesn't lock tight even on lock position

Nice & compact not too good 4 video

I purchased this as my first tripod after getting a Canon Rebel XSi. I knew I would be traveling soon so I wanted something small and light. This does the job pretty well. I notice it gets to be somewhat flimsy when you extend the legs all the way out. Lately I've gotten by with extending all legs but the last section (skinniest) and then moving the center rod up. This seems to be pretty stable. I've been carrying it to the office with me everyday with it in my Lowerpo CompuDaypack. It sticks out of the top but not that much.

Decent First Tripod

I use this for traveling on my motorcycle, it packes small and is light weight.

great for travel

It's very lightweight.  I have used it for my Nikon D80 and a 24-120 lens and it held up ok, although the manufacturer indicates that it's really only for compact cameras.

Easy set up

Excellent product, great versatility

This tripod takes up much less space and is far lighter than what I hauled around before. When you're climbing up rough terrain, every ounce less is a blessing.  Easily handles up to four or five pound cameras with a minimum of space. All this and it comes with a  novel ball action head.

Takes a load off

Great Portable Tripod

After buying a large professional model tripod I knew I'd made a mistake. It was so heavy that I could hardly lug it around. Even the quick release shoe made the camera heavy on my neck. I knew I needed to find something more packable and I found it in this little tripod. I've had it out a couple times now and it works like a charm. It is a little light weight so you want to be a careful about placement on uneven surfaces, but other than that I don't have any complaints. I added it to my backpack and hardly felt it. It sets up quickly. The quick release shoe doesn't add any unnecessary weight to my camera and I can hike all day without feeling any ill effects. It is perfect for the hiking, camping and travel pictures I take, but probably won't work well in high winds or in moving water, as it is too lightweight. I got some great shots of a waterfall and all without any back or neck ache. I use it with a Pentax K10D and have the 70-200mm lens and didn't have any tipping problems. Definitely wouldn't hold large prime lenses though.

Just What I Was Looking For

Very useful when it comes to portrait; light weight, compact and good height. I wish it could be a little bit more solid when i use a bigger camera.

Pretty handy when i`m doing my videos too; the head rotates very smooth and steady. I like it.

I Love my maxi black.

the tripod is small to carry, light, and easy to set up . holds tight even with a 28- 300 mm lens
 at full length with a 2x converter on it

great for the money

We use the tripod for wedding portarits that require a steady shot with slow shutter speeds. The results with the tripod reduced the shakes

The right touch for the buck

Easier to set up than traditional tri-pods. Good flexibility on non-flat surfaces.

Rapid Deployment, Great Control

strap to my bicycle - so easy to carry
But very unsteady compared to my Gitzo

Bogen-Manfroto Modo Maxi Tripod

Good overall but bottom legs a little shaky. The joystick ball head is nive for quick changes.

Good for traveling but not real sturdy

I use it in side and out.
 it is easy to carry , quick to set up and take down .
 holds camera with no problems 
   smooth action.

take it any where

I love to take pictures and need to use a tripod on occasion,  this is a great tripod to use and it handles easily and quickly.  It does a great job.  It could be a little bit taller, but I am not tall so it works good for my husband and I. I would strongly recommend this tripod for everyone who needs to travel with a tripod.

Great products come in small size

The head is not so precise to positioning. The trigger lock is easy to use but at same time doesn't give you the chance to precisely lock the camera's position.

Light but not precise

This is a great product. I use it mostly in the field and needed something compact, lightweight and sturdy. This tripod gives me exactly what I want. There is nothing better for the money. Very pleased with my purchase.

Great value for your money

Just what I have been looking for, a lightweight travel tripod

Good Value

I purchased this for use as a flash stand - with the hopes of using it on my D300. The tripod is too light weight for the D300, but very portable & functional for my auxiliary flashes. It is well worth the money for lighter weight equipment & uses.

Stay within small weight limits

I BOUGHT THIS TRIPOD TO USE WITH MY NEW CANON G9 WHEN TRAVELLING.  ITS LIGHTWEIGHT AND FITS IN CARRYON LUGGAGE. IT HOLDS THE G9 STEADY FOR PICTURES AND ALLOWS ME PAN AND TILT TO SHOOT SHORT VIDEO CLIPS WITH THE SAME CAMERA. THE HEAD IS MADE MOSTLY OF PLASTIC, BUT STAY WITHIN THE WEIGHT LIMITS AND YOU'LL BE AMAZED AT HOW FUNCTIONAL IT IS.

TAKE IT ANYWHERE

This tripod keeps amazing me everytime I use it. It is capable of over 5ft to 6 inches. I couldnt be happier with this tripod. Its a great price for its perfect size and weight.

Awesome tripod!

I use it for work and fun (corporate trainer). Used primarily with small Sony Camcorder so this tripod is perfect. This is my second Bogen-Manfrotto tripod (larger model used with digital SLR w/lenses). Love them both.   The joystick ball head and locking mechanisms give great flexibility while providing stability.  Also has a bubble level: nice touch. Small, lightweight, EXCELLENT tripod for the money.

Great little tripod

I use this tripod for portraits, multi-bursts, panoramas, and for long exposures.  It does a great job.  And the price is great!!!

Delightful, lightweight, easy to carry

This tripod is fast and easy to use. I like the part that can stay attached to my camera and snap into the tripod. Also love the ball head for ease of manipulation. Also like that you can use this to take shots just inches above the table or ground. Clearly you need to be aware of the weight limitations. At full extension the tripod is a bit shaky and I wouldn't want a heavy camera up there. A great addition to my photo equipment as it was lightweight and inexpensive and works well - very nicely designed.

great little tripod

I plan to use the tripod on hiking trips.  It's light weight and short length when folded is a real plus.  It supports my Pentax Ist and a 28 - 200 zoom lens with no problems.  I especially like the bubble level.  It should help greatly to keep panoramas perfectly horizontal.

Manfrotto Modo Maxi Black Tripod Legs with Hybrid Joystick Ball Head

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