Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black)
The Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs is a strong, sturdy and reliable tripod, built for industrial and studio applications. Standard features include the tandem leg design, built-in spirit level, and rubber feet with retractable spikes. The geared center column has a non roll-back feature and has a threaded 3/8" mount on the bottom of the column to allow low-angle shots. Strong enough for even the most ardent of medium format applications.
Replaces old part number 3246.
- Rubber feet with retractable steel spike
- Geared center column with non roll-back feature
- Twin shank leg design
- Includes a mid level spreader and carrying strap
- Bubble level
| Maximum Height | 89.4" (227.1cm) |
| Maximum Height w/o Column Extended | 70.5" (179.1cm) |
| Minimum Height | 30.4" (77.2cm) |
| Folded Length | 32.3" (82.0cm) |
| Load Capacity | 26.5 lb (12kg) |
| Leg Sections | 3 |
| Leg Lock Type |
Wingnut lock (stage 1) Twist lock (stage 2) |
| Independent Leg Spread | No |
| Center Column Sections | 1 |
| Center Column Type | Geared |
| Center Brace | Yes |
| Level | Bubble |
| Spikes | Yes |
| Head Type | None |
| Head Mount Thread Size | 3/8"-16 |
| Weight | 9.2 lb (4.2kg) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 38 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
97%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Stable (24)
- Lightweight (15)
- Unfolds quickly (11)
- Easily adjusted (7)
- Locks in tight (7)
Cons
- Heavy (7)
- Cumbersome (4)
Best Uses
- Video (19)
- Travel (9)
- Landscape/scenery (8)
- Portraits (8)
- Weddings (7)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Pro photographer (17), Semi-pro photographer (7), Professional (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (23)
Most Liked Positive Review
Tripod shows off legs
I use this tripod to support Canon Digital SLR cameras. While some may think this is over kill, I deal with lots of little children and this keeps the children and my camera save....Read complete review
I use this tripod to support Canon Digital SLR cameras. While some may think this is over kill, I deal with lots of little children and this keeps the children and my camera save. Construction is true and strong, easy to raise and lower with crank and everything locks together well. Not much weight. Should be sold with a bag. Would be nice if on the center pole, when the legs spray out, that there is a screw to tighten down the sliding ring on the lower part of the pole. Other than that, I give this tripod a 10 and will be buying more for the people I work with.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not very portable
OK for studio work for large load, height is good, but...
For transporting and out of studio work it is cumbersome and fussy. Leg struts bend and damage easily, takes ti...Read complete review
OK for studio work for large load, height is good, but...
For transporting and out of studio work it is cumbersome and fussy. Leg struts bend and damage easily, takes time to set up. Feet spikes don't bite into ice (hockey team pics).
For studio work, it's fine for portraiture but awkward to move around. Doesn't 'go low' for unique product shots.
If you buy this, get a second (lighter) tripod for other uses.
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Pros
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
The best tripod legs
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
great and solid tripod. I especially like the 3/8 screw on the underside for low angle shots. I had to build a rig to hold my fluid head for this low angle, but that was easy. great tripod
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Cumbersome
Best Uses
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I've used it a couple of times. It's pretty solid and the height is what i needed. You will need a three foot step latter if you are going to set it up to it's max. height.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Cumbersome
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Interviews documentary
- Portraits
- Video
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
Great for studio, or when you arent moving it much
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Stable and strong
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
This is the best tripod I have ever used, hefty but not too heavy, as sturdy as I will ever need, and totally secure. I had my Canon 5D complete with battery pack and a 300 mm lens and the tripod was rock solid steady. I would recommend this model to anyone interested in a sturdy, reliable tripod that can handle heavy camera and lens combinations.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I use this product to shoot weddings. I shoot with DSLR cameras which are light but the tripod can hold more weight. The are quick to set up and adjust. Perfect lever to raise the camera higher without having to adjust all of the legs. Work great with attaching to a dolly. Love it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Excellent height
- Extremely stable
- Good portability for size
Cons
- Cumbersome
- Not backpackable
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I use this with the Gigapan Pro robotic tripod head, with a massive old Bogen ball head. Had been using a Gitzo, but it was too small: this works extremely well with the Gigapan Pro. At full extension I had to stand on a park bench to operate the Pro head and it remained very, very stable. It isn't the smallest to carry around, but it is eminently portable. I've carried it around NYC in July heat all day.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
Cons
- Slow to set up
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I bought this tripod for its height and use it as a supplement to my shorter (but faster to setup) regular tripod. There aren't many 8 foot tripods, and for the money this is a good buy. My other experience is with Manfrotto's 9 foot behemoth, which while very stable is overkill for most cameras today (supporting nearly 50 lbs) and so it is costly.
Despite the thin looking legs I've found this to be very stable. It's not very fast to set up or take down - I wish the center column had a quick drop mechanism - but for a solid set of tall legs, this gets it done.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
Seems to be very sturdy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
- Weak Construction
Best Uses
- Home
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I use this product for small productions.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
Great product for use in documentary film-making (with a lot of running around, travel, and remote location work) and corporate productions. I use this with Sony PMW-EX1 and HXR-NX5U cameras and a 503 Manfrotto head.
Very good, easy to manage leg height adjustment, an included spreader that does not stick when opening, and a smooth crank handle for those rare times when you just have to raise that center column a few inches.
Tough construction (few plastic bits, thankfully), and quite comfortable to carry over a shoulder for hours at a time (if you must).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I use an 503HDV head with this tripod. The crank makes it easy to adjust the height of the camera.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Height
- Load bearing
Cons
- Cumbersome
- Heavy
- Slow to use
Best Uses
- Portraits
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
OK for studio work for large load, height is good, but...
For transporting and out of studio work it is cumbersome and fussy. Leg struts bend and damage easily, takes time to set up. Feet spikes don't bite into ice (hockey team pics).
For studio work, it's fine for portraiture but awkward to move around. Doesn't 'go low' for unique product shots.
If you buy this, get a second (lighter) tripod for other uses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Folds Small
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Church Service
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
We bought this Tripod to replace a tripod that did not have a the height necessary for where we would place the tripod for our church services. Now instead of placing the tripod on a road case we can extend the legs to a height that works for our purposes. Not only that it still breaks down to a manageable size.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
I purchased this tripod so I could shoot over peoples heads. Tripod is a reasonable weight, extends well above my other tripods, is sturdy when it is fully extended, easy and quick to set up, and the footprint is smaller than my other ones (important because I shoot in tight spaces with lots of people). I love it and as usual, B&H gave great advice.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Precise gearing
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- MacroClose-ups
- Portraits
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
Excellent for studio work. The vertical gearing is precise and easy to use. If you're looking to use it elsewhere it's a bit heavy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to setup
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
Strong and sturdy. I recently purchased my first large format camera and needed a tripod that could hold the weight and not break the bank.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
This is the second set of these we've purchased. They are lighter than many video tripods but sturdy and versatile enough for any situation. Fully extended, your camera is at the ceiling for great high shots. Pair it with the Manfrotto 501 head and you are set.
We bought our first set for use with a Canon XL1s back in the early 2000s. That set has traveled with us all over. The weight is light enough that even after an exhausting day of shooting, you can throw it over your shoulder and hit the road (don't think I'm saying it's super light-weight though. It has some heft to it).
Now that we shoot DSLRs, it looks pretty hilarious to have such a little camera on such a huge set of sticks, especially with our 501 head. But the stability can't be beat. A standard still tripod just doesn't do the same trick.
The only downside is that it doesn't fit into my case for air travel. Looks like I need a bigger case.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Stability
- Lightweight
- Unfolds Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
If you need to get above the people in an event this is the tripod that you should be using. I have had many tripods over the years and all of them are to heavy and not high enough. This baby is tall and light weight. Great product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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 028B Studio Pro Triman Tripod Legs (Black):
So far I'm very pleased with the legs... They're steady, light, and easy to setup and breakdown!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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