Pricing 055PROXB and 488RC2

Is there a reason why I'm seeing people say they got this combo for $240 on B + H when I look on both there and Amazon my price is much closer to $300?

Where are you seeing people saying that they got it for $240? I tried looking around, but I also saw the combo going for $300.

Here's one post
https://photography-on-the.net …hp?p=7363291&po​stcount=13

Here's the thread
https://photography-on-the.net …t=649007&highli​ght=tripod

That post is well over a year old. Chances are that B&H was running a promotion.

Wow, they have certainly gone up in price. I bought mine in January and it was $286, with an Adorama carrying case included, without the case it was less than that.

Your post will probably finally motivate me to be less lazy about selling it.

WesM wrote in post #10194206
That post is well over a year old. Chances are that B&H was running a promotion.

Aggravating to say the least

If you are looking to save a bit of money, take a look at the 190 series legs.

If you haven't already seen my thread, check it out here: https://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthre​ad.php?t=874081

Well I have the money lol.... I just was looking to save a bit. I think the 055PROXB is for me

Be thankful you're in the US! That combo is $500-odd here.

SamHunter wrote in post #10194087
Is there a reason why I'm seeing people say they got this combo for $240 on B + H when I look on both there and Amazon my price is much closer to $300?

It seems like everything has gotten a fairly significant price hike in the photography world these days. I got that combo from B&H for around $240, but it's been a while...

WesM wrote in post #10194206
That post is well over a year old. Chances are that B&H was running a promotion.

Yes, times have changed

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WesM wrote in post #10195846
If you are looking to save a bit of money, take a look at the 190 series legs.

If you haven't already seen my thread, check it out here: https://photography-on-the.net/forum/showthre​ad.php?t=874081

The 190 series center shaft is not rigid enough to support a 70-200 f/2.8L IS properly. I know, I own the two, I've tried. The legs alone (center section lowered) are fine however.

055 legs are much longer reducing need for the center section in the first place, and the larger diameter is sturdy enough to hold the 70-200 without wiggle.