The Manfrotto 635 FAST Single Leg Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs have a 75mm bowl base and load capacity of just over 44 pounds. This tripod has a maximum height of just over 61", and with the legs spread wide a minimum operating height of 11". The three leg sections feature synchronized twist-lock leg locks, which provide for faster leg adjustments of the leg height. The bowl base has three mounting fittings compatible with both the ARRI anti-twist and Manfrotto anti-rotation systems for mounting accessories.
The legs move independently of each other and have independent height adjustments, which is useful on uneven terrain and in odd-shaped or tight spaces. The legs have integrated locking angles of 23, 50, and 70°, so you don't need to use a spreader to have a stable platform, though optional ground and mid-level spreaders are available. The legs feature integrated spiked feet, and rubber boots are included for working on delicate surfaces. The legs collapse down to about 29" in length for storage and transport, and they weigh in at under 8 pounds.
- 75mm Bowl
- Supports up to 44 Pounds
- Maximum Height Range 11 to 61"
- Synchronized Twist-Lock Leg Locks
Manfrotto 635 Fast Overview
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Manfrotto 635 Fast Reviews
Three tripods legs out of the box defective!
I have been very satisfied with all the Manfrotto products I have owned. However, I was shocked at the experience I had receiving my order and the one leg would not deploy and the other two legs would not lock properly. I returned and received new tripod legs two more times With the exact same defect. It is almost impossible to contact Monfrotto about my problem, hence, I am looking at other brands.
Great tripod with one downside
I love everything about this tripod minus two things. One isn't a design flaw as it was clearly marked to be this way, but after using it it felt silly it was made that way. I wish it was a 100mm half ball. For the weight it can support (44 pounds), it could hold some massive equipment. One major reason is because the 645 is a 100mm and you could easily have both of these in your arsenal. The true downside to me is that the legs are easy to release. Which I like, but it makes it easy to accidentally turn. If you are trying to twist the legs while holding the tripod, your hands can go in opposite direction while they oppose force. Imagine holding two legs, one in each hand. You are wanting to tighten the one in the right hand. As you turn it, your left hand can slightly turn the other direction and possibly loosen it and the leg extends. When you use it and get a groove, it's less likely to happen, but going between tripods you can find yourself doing this as traditional tripods don't behave the same way. I know that's an operator ordeal, but if you grab the tripod and go, it does make it easy for it to rotate and loosen. The overall design and feel is fantastic. I just wish it a secondary locking option maybe around the top of the twist lock that one could employ if wanted. Even if you twist it while upside down, it can still extend since the legs go both up and down from the twisting section. You can get around this by holding the top of the tripod when twisting. As for the use of the tripod. I love the strength and feel. I also love how quick it is to extend the legs. Only the 645 is faster in my opinion, but still not by much. All in all, it's a phenomenal tripod. A user could quickly get accustomed to its design and never have the legs twist when not wanted. I read another review and they said something similar, but really it's not necessarily a design flaw as much as it is not being something we are all used to since the beginning of tripods.