Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black)

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

This thing is rock solid. I had my 5DMKII attached to it the other day on top of a parking garage, getting a shot of the downtown skyline. The wind was particularly strong, and the tripod didn't budge. At one point I had the tripods legs fully extended, and my shots were still rocksteady in the blowing wind. Very impressive. It's not very heavy, so toting it around isn't an issue. It is a bit pricey though, but, for the money, you can't beat it.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

I needed a tripod to replace a 30-year-old Slik I gave to my son. The Manfrotto is very cool, has more range, but is not much lighter.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

I am an Photo and Video Enthusiast for work & home use. I decided to upgrade my tripod to something that will last for the next 20 years.
The Carbon Fiber construction is beautiful on this Tripod and it is lightweight for easy portability while carrying other camera gear which was an important factor in spending more money for the Carbon Fiber. I did also purchase the Manfrotto carrying bag which works perfect with the 808RC4 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head still attached.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

I purchased my first Manfrotto 055cx3 tripod about 6 months ago. I like it so much that I purchased a second one for my husband. It is easy to use and light to carry but sturdy enough to hold my d300 camera and my 80-400 lens. We do a lot of shooting on uneven ground and the tripod is quick and easy to adjust for any surface. I haven't found one thing that I don't like about the tripod.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

This is a great, lightweight tripod that is versatile for all sorts of photographic situations, but won't weigh you down. I got mine after using a friend's Manfrotto 055CX and I couldn't believe how light it was. The construction quality on these is great too - very well put together (made in Italy).

The best thing: I actually take my tripod with me now, because it doesn't weigh me down and freeze my hands off like my old aluminum one did.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Very stable, robust and light. I highly recommend it.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

I bought this tripod for shooting video with the Canon 5D MK II. I use a Manfrotto 503 head as well. It's stable and great for ground level shots. Not practical for mast moving news gathering, but if you have time to slow things down, this is the ticket.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

my first " quality " tripod, you better invest in it, to get better sharp results!

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

I use this tripod with my dslr and all the lenses but especially my 200mm with a 2x converter. Does a great job, even in the wind. Legs are easy to set up and adjust. Tripod is much sturdier than my old Promaster. Weight is not bad and definitely better than a comparable aluminum tripod.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

A good compromise between Aluminum and the Gitso 2541 I want. Not as light, but folds up to 24", which fits in my suitcase. Solid, stable, locks up tight.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Its an OK tripod. Its greatest advantage is that it is light. I have it supporting a Nikon 400mm f/2.8 with a D200 battery pack.

What I am not to crazy about is that sometimes the centre column doesn't lift or drop easily. I turn the release screw well enough that it should release, but I have to giggle the column to get it to move.

The legs sometimes don't retract easily, either. I adjusted the locks so that the legs move smoothly, but then the legs will retract by camera and lens weight. So, I adjust it so that the legs lock, but then two or three of the sections fight being retracted.

Using the centre column is fine, so long as it isn't extended more than 6". After that I found it a bit unstable.

I am not to crazy about the rubber only ends to the feet. I would have preferred retractable rubber feet giving way to steel spiked ends. More practical. That I have to pay over $30 for spiked ends, and that I have to unscrew them whenever I am finished just makes these legs seem a bit shy of "well thought out".

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Nice and sturdy and easy to set up. The center column is sometimes a little sticky when raising.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Excellent built. But, not as light as I expected it to be. D700 with Nikkor 80-200mm rests fine on the tripod. Very stable.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Avid Photographer. Tripod is very solid but offers a nice wight advantage over my old aluminum tripod. I use this one while traveling and the 5 pound weight savings is great.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Use it as main tripod for backpacking with my 4x5 gear. Light but sturdy tripod. Easy to set up.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

My old tripod was so heavy that I was reluctant to take my spotting scope along with me to bird. Not anymore. This tripod base is much lighter. I have a heavy spotting scope so this will make my shoulder feel better. It also folds up into a smaller size so it's easier to pack into the car. The old head was the same brand and is now on the new tripod saving me money. Can also use the extra mounting plate that I have for my Camera.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

These are great legs. I thought the carbon fiber legs would be lighter. However, they are fairly heavy if you are thinking about hiking with them.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Light, very stable.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

The weight, size, stability and price make it a winner and leg locks are very secure and quick to set up.

Comments about Manfrotto 055CX3 Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs (Black):

Architecture Photography. Lightweight but strong enough to carry heavyweight stuff.