If you need a big tripod (Max height is 183cm which I dont think takes into account the tripod head or camera on top as I couldn't even see my viewfinder and had to resort to live view at max height) and that is well made, sturdy and reliable then this is probably one of the best ones you can get in thh price range. One downside of such a big tripod iss the weight and I cant really imagine wanting to carry this on my back for too far with all my other gear at 3.5kg. If you have a car or can strap this to a bike then I can't think of many tripods feeling better built that could be used for just about anything (apart from going up a few gears and going carbon for loads more money).
I love the way the center column can be made to project horizontally and have used it for top down shots in my studio but if extended all the way, it is necessary to weigh down the other side as the weight of a full size DSLR and lens can make it feel a little unsteady (depending on the leg extension and angle).
The head has great chunky handles and feels reliable. I haven't wanted to mess too much with the friction controls but have them up fairly high to avoid any slippage when setting the camera. The spirit levels are certainly something i wanted and look at as much or even more than the digital level on my DSLR. Just while writing this review and checking the manfrotto website I found out that the handles can be pulled out/pushed in to give more control/portability. I didn't even know as hadn't read the instructions properly! I wish I had known that when I was trying the tripod out with my big field camera.
This tripod and head combo is supposed to handle up to 8kg of camera. And I can say that even my Mamiya RZ feels safe and sturdy on top of this tripod (although I only tried it with the center column vertical).
If I had to point out any downsides to this product, there's the weight of course and possibly the method required to move the center column back to vertical which involves aligning it correctly. I haven't got it commited to memory yet and could imagine myself getting frustrated with it if stuck out somewhere remote and unable to fold it up properly.
However, for my uses (indoor/studio, outdoor with heavy equipment) I have no regrets about buying Manfrotto or this product and imagine it will last me for many years!
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