The GREATEST tri-pod on earth!

cwmehring · 19th of February 2008 (Tue)

I just wanted to throw this out there for anyone who is in the market for a tripod. I have the Manfrotto 055xPROB tripod. I've had it since Christmas and I love it! It is so versatile. I can take pictures 2 inches from the ground or I can take pictures 7 feet from the ground. I love it because I'm an avid macro photographer. Its great for getting real close to something and it has amazing stability.
Just thought I would throw that out there if anyone is in the market. I understand its pretty expensive but as any photographer will tell you a good tripod is everything.
Oh, an for reference, I use a Canon 40D with a variety of lenses. The tripod has no problem with the weight (and the 40D is heavy).

v35skyline · 21st of February 2008 (Thu)

i'll be picking mine up on friday.

Jim G · 21st of February 2008 (Thu)

It's quite a popular tripod... seems to fit many people's needs.

oh, and if you think it's expensive check out some of Gitzo's offerings... combine that with a good head and you could have bought a new body!

Steve Beck · 21st of February 2008 (Thu)

I tend to think my Gitzo 1327 is pretty dang good.

Perry Ge · 21st of February 2008 (Thu)

I use the same tripod, and it's wonderful. I wouldn't call the greatest tripod ever, or even an expensive one.

I'd call it the best bang for the buck. If you want the best tripod you can get for as little money as possible, then this is the one to go for.

keyx · 22nd of February 2008 (Fri)

i like my gitzo reporter

Anke · 22nd of February 2008 (Fri)

Got mine today, its a beast-and-a-half!

aridan · 22nd of February 2008 (Fri)

Just bought my 3021PROB here on the forum - should have it on Thursday! I'm psyched!

Jethro790 · 22nd of February 2008 (Fri)

Expensive? I thought it was a pretty good budget offering. I love mine.

pixel_junkie · 22nd of February 2008 (Fri)

Quote:

Originally Posted by aridan

Just bought my 3021PROB here on the forum - should have it on Thursday! I'm psyched!

I saw that sale. That was a good deal, congrats!

v35skyline · 22nd of February 2008 (Fri)

Just picked mine up today! Loving it so far!

tma888 · 23rd of February 2008 (Sat)

here's mine..

its the 190XProB though..

franklinn · 23rd of February 2008 (Sat)

I actually prefer the 190XPROB myself. I was in a great dilemma trying to decide between the 190XPROB vs 055XPROB - though I haven't purchased one yet, I know for certain that I will be getting the 190XPROB for it's size and weight.

Though, in terms of sturdiness, I bet the 055XPROB wins in that department.

doidinho · 23rd of February 2008 (Sat)

I had to check out this tripod as I thought mine was the best bang for the buck (Manfrotto 3021 Pro). Turns out the 055XPRO is the replacement for the 3021 Pro. I love mine, it's very versatile.

kevinmcdade · 24th of February 2008 (Sun)

This seems to be a pretty popular tripod. I just ordered a 055XPROB and a 488RC2 ball head. I think I'm more excited about getting this tripod than I am about getting my new 70-200 lens. I never knew tripods were this serious. I thought I was doing good with my $40 tripod until it almost fell over with my body and lens attached. I decided to get a Bogen/Manfrotto monopod as well. They appear to make a very quality product for the price.

I'm not sure what I would do without this forum (except have more money

).

19th of February 2008 (Tue)	#1
cwmehring Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Tracy, CA Posts: 244 IMAGE EDITING OK	The GREATEST tri-pod on earth! I just wanted to throw this out there for anyone who is in the market for a tripod. I have the Manfrotto 055xPROB tripod. I've had it since Christmas and I love it! It is so versatile. I can take pictures 2 inches from the ground or I can take pictures 7 feet from the ground. I love it because I'm an avid macro photographer. Its great for getting real close to something and it has amazing stability. Just thought I would throw that out there if anyone is in the market. I understand its pretty expensive but as any photographer will tell you a good tripod is everything. Oh, an for reference, I use a Canon 40D with a variety of lenses. The tripod has no problem with the weight (and the 40D is heavy).

21st of February 2008 (Thu)	#2
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Jim G I feel thoroughly satisfied Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Australia. Posts: 12,246 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: The GREATEST tri-pod on earth! It's quite a popular tripod... seems to fit many people's needs. oh, and if you think it's expensive check out some of Gitzo's offerings... combine that with a good head and you could have bought a new body! __________________ Gear List Reviews & Hotlinks: Domke F-3x - Pelican 1510/1514 & 1610/1614 - DIY Variable Length OC-E3 - Crumpler 6 Million Dollar Home - FA-100

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tma888 Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 212 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: The GREATEST tri-pod on earth! here's mine.. its the 190XProB though..

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franklinn previously 'CorporationMe' Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 1,416 IMAGE EDITING OK	Re: The GREATEST tri-pod on earth! I actually prefer the 190XPROB myself. I was in a great dilemma trying to decide between the 190XPROB vs 055XPROB - though I haven't purchased one yet, I know for certain that I will be getting the 190XPROB for it's size and weight. Though, in terms of sturdiness, I bet the 055XPROB wins in that department. __________________ Frank \| 5D MK II \| 35 1.4L \| Marketplace Feedback

23rd of February 2008 (Sat)	#14
doidinho Goldmember Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Kenmore, Washington Posts: 3,160	Re: The GREATEST tri-pod on earth! I had to check out this tripod as I thought mine was the best bang for the buck (Manfrotto 3021 Pro). Turns out the 055XPRO is the replacement for the 3021 Pro. I love mine, it's very versatile. __________________ Robert McCadden My Flickr MM 5DMKII, Rebel xti, 24-105 f/4L, Canon 70-200 f/4L, Canon 17-40.

24th of February 2008 (Sun)	#15
kevinmcdade Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: McKinney, TX Posts: 603	Re: The GREATEST tri-pod on earth! This seems to be a pretty popular tripod. I just ordered a 055XPROB and a 488RC2 ball head. I think I'm more excited about getting this tripod than I am about getting my new 70-200 lens. I never knew tripods were this serious. I thought I was doing good with my $40 tripod until it almost fell over with my body and lens attached. I decided to get a Bogen/Manfrotto monopod as well. They appear to make a very quality product for the price. I'm not sure what I would do without this forum (except have more money).

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