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Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg)

  • Price: $111.99
  • GBP 71.50
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  • B&H # MA190XDB
  • Mfr# 190XDB

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The Bogen/Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs builds on the success of the 3001 series, but has been redesigned to offer better ergonomics of the leg-angle release mechanism. It can reach a maximum working height of 57.5" (146 cm), and folds up to 21" (53.5 cm). Ideal for use with cameras up to SLR size with medium pro zoom lens attached.

With less features than the 190XB or 190XBPRO and a simpler design, this model is a 0.5 lb lighter, and a more economical choice.

3-faceted center column which totally eliminates column rotation
Four leg-angle settings (25,46,66 & 88°)
Maximum Height 57.1" (145.0 cm)
Maximum Height w/o Column Extended 46.6" (118.4 cm)
Minimum Height 13.8" (35 cm)
Folded Length 21.1" (53.5 cm)
Load Capacity 11 lbs (5 kg)
Leg Sections 3
Leg Lock Type Wing nuts
Independent Leg Spread Yes
Center Column Sections 1
Center Column Type Rapid sliding
Center Brace No
Spiked Feet Optional (190SPK2N)
Head Type None
Head Mount Thread Size 3/8"
Weight 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg)

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Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg)
 
4.6

(based on 140 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (87)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (43)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

99%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Lightweight (105)
  • Stable (91)
  • Unfolds quickly (71)
  • Folds away (68)
  • Locks in tight (28)

Cons

  • Heavy (12)
  • Unstable (7)
  • Poor quality (3)

Best Uses

  • Home (58)
  • Travel (58)
  • Landscape/scenery (50)
  • Portraits (47)
  • Night shots (44)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Photo enthusiast (42), Semi-pro photographer (31), Casual photographer (14), Pro photographer (14), Enthusiast (12)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (54)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Surprised and pleased

Having been a longtime "heavy duty" tripod user, I was expecting to be disappointed with this tripod. But, I wanted to try a lighter pod that I could easily attach to my...Read complete review

Having been a longtime "heavy duty" tripod user, I was expecting to be disappointed with this tripod. But, I wanted to try a lighter pod that I could easily attach to my photopack that wouldn't hinder my maneuverability in tough outdoor situations. I was amazed at how much I liked this tripod! Sure, it feels flimsy compared to my usual beasts, but like other manfrottos I have owned, it is so well made that it performs astoundingly well. For multi minute night exposures it would help to weight it a bit, but to stabilize telephoto shots and have razor sharp landscapes, this little beauty just performs admirably. It fits perfectly on my pack, and doesn't weigh a ton. I have it paired with a heavy-duty ball head and couldn't be more pleased. My heave duty pods haven't left the studio since I got this.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Ehh...it works.

Manfrotto makes much better tripods than this one, but I needed something cheap yet more professional than I had prior (a cheap Sunpak consumer variety tripod), and this did the trick.
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Manfrotto makes much better tripods than this one, but I needed something cheap yet more professional than I had prior (a cheap Sunpak consumer variety tripod), and this did the trick.

I like it because of the fact that I can attach it to my slider due to it's removable head, and that it is MORE sturdy than my previous tripod (do not assume that I said it was "sturdy"...just MORE sturdy).

However, I get sick of the turn-screw leg locks, the incredible light-weight body which jumps with the slightest breeze, and the fact that the rubber feet don't have claws for shooting outdoors.

However, I gave it 3 stars instead of 2 because these are all things I knew i was sacrificing in advance by purchasing this tripod. I could've gotten a better model, but I cheaped out. Not a big surprise that I'm not 100% sold on this one. But it does get the job done.

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5.0

Great for a beginner

By andreakpc

from Orange, CT

About Me Casual Photographer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Folds Small
  • Good Stability
  • Lightweight
  • Unfolds Quickly

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Landscape/Scenery
    • Night Shots
    • Portraits

    Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

    I've used this for some landscape, macro and portrait pictures and I couldn't be happier. good quality for an excellent price.

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    5.0

    Worth every cent

    By fabio ueda

    from Sao Paulo - Brazil

    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Folds Small
    • Good Stability
    • Unfolds Quickly

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Night Shots
      • Travel
      • Wildlife

      Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

      This tripod is extremely stable. Not as light as I want to, but it is always smooth and has the right size.

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      5.0

      Cant find better or lighter for the $$

      By Tommy M

      from Litchfield IL

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Folds Small
      • Good Stability
      • Lightweight
      • Unfolds Quickly

      Cons

      • No leveling head

      Best Uses

      • Home
      • Landscape/Scenery
      • Night Shots
      • Portraits
      • Sports/Action
      • Travel
      • Video
      • Weddings/Events
      • Wildlife

      Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

      Awesome tripod for lightweight packing and versatility. Only con is that you have to buy a leveling head to use with it unless your only using it on level floors and flat surfaces. I use mine outdoors and in the woods.

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      5.0

      I definitely would buy another Manfrotto

      By zarty

      from Dallas, Texas

      About Me Semi-pro Photographer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Folds Small
      • Good Stability
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Home
        • Sports/Action
        • Video
        • Weddings/Events

        Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

        I love the sturdiness and the flexibility of the tripod.....I feel comfortable that the legs snap in and out and was easily set up.

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        5.0

        I like the wing nuts

        By Grandpa Naturalist

        from Wallingford, PA

        About Me Photo Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

          Cons

            Best Uses

              Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

              I find them easier than the quick release levers, and they are somewhat lighter, and less expensive. It is not as tall as I computed, but is working well for my angled birding scope.

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              5.0

              Great value

              By Leoni

              from Tasmania, Australia

              About Me Photo Enthusiast

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Folds Small
              • Good Stability
              • Lightweight
              • Unfolds Quickly

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home
                • Landscape/Scenery
                • Night Shots
                • Portraits
                • Sports/Action
                • Weddings/Events
                • Wildlife

                Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                Such a great tripod for those that are starting out. Does everything a beginner needs, great value for money.

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                5.0

                Bought for stop-motion

                By Chel

                from Rochester, NY

                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Folds Small
                • Good Stability
                • Unfolds Quickly

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Sets

                  Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                  I haven't had the tripod too long, but it seems very nice, well made, and most importantly for me, it has a great range of motion and is extremely stable. I was originally concerned about how well the legs would lock down (from their pivot point) but they hold their position just fine. Great for moving around my set, works perfectly with my Manfrotto Junior Geared Head. Excellent quality for the price!

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                  4.0

                  190XDB Tripod Legs

                  By lmarine6523

                  from Temecula, CA

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Good Stability
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Home
                    • Landscape/Scenery
                    • Night Shots
                    • Portraits
                    • Travel
                    • Video

                    Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                    This tripod is lightweight yet very sturdy. The locks on the legs are they type that you twist to lock, which sometimes can take a little longer to set up and down, but they are more secure than others I have used. The legs also adjust to a very wide, low position for shooting close to the ground. I use this tripod with my DSLR for shooting both stills and videos. I would recommend this tripod.

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                    4.0

                    light

                    By Kangaroo

                    from Australia

                    About Me Photo Enthusiast

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Unfolds Quickly

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Sports/Action
                      • Travel

                      Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                      I do film outside and carry that thing a lot. With the 701 head it is a good compromise between weight and function. Strong enough for my 3kg video camera and strong enough in wind and pan with the liquid head.

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                      5.0

                      Excellent value

                      By 7Yellows

                      from Dublin, CA

                      About Me Casual Photographer

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Good Stability
                      • Lightweight
                      • Unfolds Quickly

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Home
                        • Night Shots
                        • Portraits

                        Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                        The 190XDB is an excellent value. It holds my DLSR with 18-135 perfectly steady with the 494 head. It's light, sets up and takes down easily and quickly, and travels OK on a slingpack. As a casual photographer, it's all I need in a tripod.

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                        5.0

                        Tripod is very light

                        By Javakate

                        from Detroit, MI

                        About Me Casual Photographer

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Good Stability
                        • Lightweight
                        • Unfolds Quickly

                        Cons

                        • Doesn't fit under bag

                        Best Uses

                        • Home
                        • Sports/Action
                        • Travel
                        • Weddings/Events

                        Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                        Very light tripod. Can take it anywhere. The only con would be that length wise it is too big to fit under my camera backpack. The legs stick out and bang on things if not careful. I know you can't really get a smaller tripod with the same height, as the height is perfect!

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                        5.0

                        Great for the price

                        By Rich

                        from Phoenix, AZ

                        About Me Photo Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Good Stability
                        • Lightweight
                        • Unfolds Quickly

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Landscape/Scenery
                          • Night Shots
                          • Portraits

                          Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                          THis is a nice lower end tripod. Solid construction and well built. I have no complaints

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                          5.0

                          Lightweight, tripod

                          By JW Poorboy

                          from Louisville, KY

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Folds Small
                          • Good Stability
                          • Lightweight
                          • Unfolds Quickly

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Video
                            • Wildlife

                            Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                            Lightweight, quick and simple to setup and use

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                            5.0

                            Light weigh but sturdy

                            By TRK

                            from Wayne, PA

                            About Me Pro Photographer

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Folds Small
                            • Good Stability
                            • Lightweight
                            • Unfolds Quickly

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Sports/Action
                              • Travel
                              • Video

                              Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                              Purchased two of this product along with two 701 fluid Heads use with our Canon GL 2 cameras. We needed a product that packs easily for travel and yet is sturdy enough to take the demands of sports videography. We have used it twice so far at small events and it proved to be study yet light enough for quick and easy location movement. We are looking forward to evaluating how it holds up to 12 hour days of on field activity.

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                              5.0

                              Versatile to the Max!!!

                              By [@]

                              from Houston, Texas

                              About Me Casual Photographer

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Good Stability
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Automobile
                                • Night Shots

                                Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                                I use it for low to the ground shots and for lightning shots out in storms. The fact that I can manipulate it into so many positions is the greatest boone to my creativity.

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                                5.0

                                Great buy at a great price!

                                By JVNJR

                                from Raleigh, NC

                                About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Folds Small
                                • Good Stability
                                • Lightweight
                                • Unfolds Quickly

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Home
                                  • Landscape/Scenery
                                  • Night Shots
                                  • Portraits
                                  • Sports/Action
                                  • Travel
                                  • Video
                                  • Weddings/Events
                                  • Wildlife

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                                  This tripod is awesome. It is sturdy, and all the legs lock nicely in place. There isn't that feeling of worrying about your hig end DSLR or video camera tipping over that you would get with cheaper tripods.

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                                  5.0

                                  Perfect for My DSLR

                                  By Jontomknuff

                                  from Lawrence kansas

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                                  Just what I wanted...sturdy, light, solid, nice fluid motion...affordable....came quick etc. worked out nice...

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                                  4.0

                                  Great item

                                  By hewittj8

                                  from Bondurant, Wy

                                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Good Stability

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Landscape/Scenery

                                    Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                                    Great begginer tripod, reasonable price and easy to use.

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                                    5.0

                                    Strong, Stable, and Lightweight

                                    By The Middleton

                                    from Michigan

                                    About Me Semi-pro Photographer

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Folds Small
                                    • Good Stability
                                    • Lightweight
                                    • Unfolds Quickly

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Home
                                      • Landscape/Scenery
                                      • Night Shots
                                      • Portraits
                                      • Travel
                                      • Video
                                      • Wildlife

                                      Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                                      I love the lightweight, compact, stable design. It makes shooting HD video with my DSLR a breeze.

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                                      4.0

                                      Great value

                                      By Andrewnyla

                                      from Asheville, NC

                                      About Me Photo Enthusiast

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Folds Small
                                      • Good Stability
                                      • Lightweight
                                      • Plenty of leg adjustments
                                      • Unfolds Quickly

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Home
                                        • Landscape/Scenery
                                        • Night Shots
                                        • Portraits
                                        • Travel
                                        • Wildlife

                                        Comments about Manfrotto 190XDB Tripod Legs (Black) - Supports 11 lbs (5 kg):

                                        Using this with a 5D Mk II, works very well. I purchased it as a B&H kit with a 494 Mini Ball Head. Great combination, I've been surprised at how sturdy this set up is as the tripod is quite light.

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