Manfrotto 055XB Classic Reviews

Manfrotto 055XB Classic Tripod

Product Type: Manfrotto tripods

Description:Model ID 055XB /

Newest Review: ... upside down by turning the center column upside down. When I first came across this tripod I felt quite shaky when setting ... more

 ... up, and the legs to rattle when they are released. However, once they're locked in place the tripod is amazingly stable. I chose this particular tripod as it reaches a greater than average height. With everything extended the tripod is slightly taller than I am (average male height) and is quoted as 178cm with the center column up (137.5cm without). It can be lowered to 7cm and is around 61cm when packed up. I find the weight to be heavy enough to give it stability in winds but light enough to carry for extended p...more

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Manfrotto 055XB CLASSIC - Tripod
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Customer Manfrotto 055XB Classic Reviews (1)

marcfoto
Manfrotto 055XB Classic: Great sturdy tripod (334 words)
by - written on 09/01/10 (Very useful, 112 readings)
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I've used this tripod over the past year on many photographic assignments, including taking it into a cave. I've found it be a great value tripod and haven't had any problems with it. It slightly more basic than the 055XPROB in that the center arm doesn't rotate into a horizontal position. However, I've not found this to be an issue and it is possible to mount the camera upside down by turning the center column upside down. When I first came across this tripod I felt quite shaky when setting up, and the legs to rattle when they are released. However, once they're locked in place the tripod is amazingly stable. I chose this particular ...  Read the complete review

Technical Details for Manfrotto 055XB Classic

Product DescriptionManfrotto 055XB CLASSIC - tripod
Product TypeTripod
Weight2.3 kg
Tripod Operating Height7 cm - 178 cm
Max Supported Weight7 kg