Manfrotto 055MF3 3-Section MagFiber Tripod without Head | 
| Brand: Manfrotto
List Price: $356.00
Buy New: $312.00
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Rating:  9 reviews
Media: Electronics
Maximum Weight Recommendation (lbs): 15.4
Shipping Weight (lbs): 5
Dimensions (in): 21 x 4 x 4
MPN: 055MF3
Model: 055MF3
UPC: 719821246237
EAN: 0719821246237
ASIN: B00091SBU6
Release Date: April 14, 2006
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Carbon fiber three-faced tubes for the tripod legs, aluminum and nylon polymer center column | | • | Magnesium die-casting for all tripod parts; stainless-steel nuts and bolts | | • | Quick-action adjustable leg lever locks | | • | Push buttons to operate leg angles and four degrees of inclination | | • | 66.5-inch maximum height with center column; 15.4-pound maximum load |
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Product Description
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 055MF3 is supplied with a hand padded carrying strap that can also double as a hook to hang weight and increase stability during extreme wind conditions. Center column with vertical/horizontal positioning Maximum Height with extended center column - 66.5 inches
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| Customer Reviews: Read 4 more reviews...
Amazing April 30, 2006
Brian Koch (MI United States)
38 out of 38 found this review helpful
This tripod actually weighs a little more than some of my other tripods, but it is balanced so well that it feels lighter and is easier to carry around with you all day than my others. Also, despite the fact that Bogen does not recommend them, you can use the 3430 Tripod Leg Protectors with this tripod to help pad it some and keep your hands warmer in cold weather. They are not the easiest things to get on though due to the larger triangular leg shape of the 055, but with some pliers and a friend it can be done.
This tripod has a very solid feel and is very versatile with the various leg positions and repositional center column. It is also taller than many of the other options which keeps you from have to stoop over as much which can really save on your back after a long day of shooting. All the locks and leg segments are very sturdy and firm which gives you a real sens of stability when using this. A tripod is about the most important thing to consider when it comes to getting sharp photos. If you don't have an easy to use rock solid tripod, you will regret it when your pictures end up soft. So do yourself a favor and make sure you get a good tripod such as this one and use it regularly.
Best Tripod Ive ever had January 19, 2008
Lombino (DR)
2 out of 8 found this review helpful
This its trully a very versatile tripod, its my first experience with Manffrotto (I used Vivitar tripods before) and will definetly make me a returning customer
Bogen-Manfrotto 055mf3 April 30, 2008
Scott A. Smith (Upper Pennisila)
1 out of 3 found this review helpful
this tripod is very well built and easy to use. would replace it with the same one in a heart beat if this one was lost. carbon fiber is the way to go, light weight and vibration resistant.
 Good design and build, but QC issue September 19, 2008
R. Kreis (LA CA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This tripod seemed a good price-performance compromise for this amateur photographer. I was interested in a tall, sturdy platform for taking landscapes and panorama sequences, yet flexible enough to be useful for most purposes. With the Manfrotto 488RC2 ball head mounted on the tripod and my dSLR camera on top of that, and with the legs fully extended but the center column completely down, the eyepiece of the camera is just above the level of my eye (I am six foot).
I selected the model with three leg sections over the one with four leg sections (055MF4) because the few saved inches in collapsed length did not seem as important to me as the compromised sturdiness might be. Based on no evidence by comparison, I am satisfied with my choice.
This is my second set of Manfrotto sticks, so I am used to the locking lever configuration used on the leg sections. I have used tripods with locking knobs on the legs, and I much prefer the levers. The pricey Gitzo tripods feature twist-collars to lock their legs, and I have read critical comments about that configuration (again, no direct experience). These were never really an option for me, anyway, as all Gitzo gear is made of unobtainum.
A clip-on carry handle is included with the tripod, but I would have preferred a carry sack. Sharp edges on the ends of the bolts used with the leg clamps can gouge the finish of adjacent clamps when the tripod is stowed.
To tighten the leg hinges, the center column clamps must be removed, a simple trick (poke a chopstick through a hole on the inside of the clamp and push the spring-loaded locking block back out of the way).
I have rated this product with four stars rather than five because I have an unresolved QC issue with my tripod: The built-in spirit level on the column clamp is off by half a bubble. This is unacceptable for a level the brochure claims was "hand-set" for accuracy. I will rewrite this review with a five star rating when Bogen comes through and stands behind their product. To this point, they have not responded to my email.
Great Tripod! July 1, 2008
Yukari Cozma (Japan)
Very stable, light (relatively) and cool-looking (shouldn't really matter, but is an added bonus). I use this with a Markin's M10. By the way, the head is wonderful, too. Back to the tripod. Sure you could spend less, but you would notice a loss in steadiness, functionality, or cool-lookingness (not a real word, but it should be). Arguably, you could spend more, but I don't think you'd be gaining anything on this killer tripod. Buy it and enjoy.
Cheers,
Kevin
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