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Technical Details
- Minimum height 10cm, maximum height 178.5 mm
- Supports cameras up to 7 kg
- Legs constructed from tubular aluminium
- Weighs just 2.4 kg
- Built-in spirit level
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Manufacturer's Description
The 055XPROB makes the famous Manfrotto-patented horizontal centre column feature even easier to use. By extending the column to its highest vertical position, it can be swung round to horizontal without removing the head or disassembling the column itsel
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055XPROB Pro Tripod (Black)
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44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
In short, a solid, dependable and versatile tripod which comes highly recommended.
It is fairly weighty, but feels rugged and sturdy and in my opinion has got the balance of the two right. More height and position adjustability than you will need.
I'm 6'2" and on full extension of the tripod, the camera is above my head height. You can also adjust the centre column quickly to a horizontal position, or remove it and mount it upside down-should you choose to do so. Good value for money.
Some have made a big deal about the fact that if you tap the legs, it resonates like a harp string. This is indeed the case.
My answer to these people is simply this.... don't tap the legs.
It is fairly weighty, but feels rugged and sturdy and in my opinion has got the balance of the two right. More height and position adjustability than you will need.
I'm 6'2" and on full extension of the tripod, the camera is above my head height. You can also adjust the centre column quickly to a horizontal position, or remove it and mount it upside down-should you choose to do so. Good value for money.
Some have made a big deal about the fact that if you tap the legs, it resonates like a harp string. This is indeed the case.
My answer to these people is simply this.... don't tap the legs.
21 of 22 people found the following review helpful
Manfrotto are renowned for quality products.This item is testament to good quality and craftsmanship.The centre column moves freely as do the legs.Good locking points for leg adjustment make this tripod a worthy buy.People critisize the tripod for being to weighty,but if you require a stable platform for your camera this is a must. (and it is not that heavy)
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
The Manfrotto 055X PRO B tripod is an excellent choice for the photographer who wishes to have all the flexibility of a decent quality fully adjustable tripod but without the bling factor or expense of a carbon fibre one.
The construction quality of the tripod is superb. It is well put together and will certainly withstand regular use and accidental abuse. The poles are anodised black and the head area and the leg adjusters are durable black paint.
The legs are easily adjusted (even with thin gloves on) via the quick release locks. There are 3 sections to each leg. The leg angle is adjusted by another quick release catch that is silver and located at the top of the leg. There are 4 set angles from rather steep through to horizontal. Each leg can be adjusted independently so you get that camera exactly where you need it with minimal fuss. There is a grippy rubber bung on the base of each leg for secure positioning on most surfaces. Not great on wet rock, but then what is?
The centre section can be raised or lowered by around 40cm or so (stability is sacrificed when the centre column is raised, so bear that in mind especially when using heavier telephoto lenses).
The position of the centre column can be changed from vertical to horizontal via a newly designed pivot mechanism. You simply unscrew the centre column locking thread a little bit, raise the column to its highest, pushing in the little sprung loaded button located at the bottom of the leg. Then the column easily rotates to the horizontal position where it has the full forty something centimetres of movement once more. It's an improvement on the older 055 in its ease of use, but I have noticed it does seem to give a modest amount of flex when in the horizontal position. If careful this is no problem at all. The tripod goes extremely low when the centre column and legs are horizontal, proving perfect for macro photography. Allows `rabbit eye view' of many plants and fungi!
The top screw thread fitting for the tripod head is the standard size allowing all Manfrotto heads and the majority of other brands to be attached. There is a little sprit level on the centre column top too, which is nice if you like them.
Two of the legs have a 30cm section of durable dense foam on the top of them, might not look much to begin with, but they are fantastic! When it is freezing and you have forgotten your gloves they stop your hands from being instantly numbed by the aluminium poles, which from my high school science base, I know to be one of the best causes of Baltic finger known to man.
I have owned two 055 tripods. The first was with me for 8 years and I sold it only because it did not have a horizontal centre column. That first one withstood those 8 years of my heavy handedness without fuss, this newer one is looking like it will be with me for a very long time.
A worthy investment for the photographer wanting durable, functional kit.
The construction quality of the tripod is superb. It is well put together and will certainly withstand regular use and accidental abuse. The poles are anodised black and the head area and the leg adjusters are durable black paint.
The legs are easily adjusted (even with thin gloves on) via the quick release locks. There are 3 sections to each leg. The leg angle is adjusted by another quick release catch that is silver and located at the top of the leg. There are 4 set angles from rather steep through to horizontal. Each leg can be adjusted independently so you get that camera exactly where you need it with minimal fuss. There is a grippy rubber bung on the base of each leg for secure positioning on most surfaces. Not great on wet rock, but then what is?
The centre section can be raised or lowered by around 40cm or so (stability is sacrificed when the centre column is raised, so bear that in mind especially when using heavier telephoto lenses).
The position of the centre column can be changed from vertical to horizontal via a newly designed pivot mechanism. You simply unscrew the centre column locking thread a little bit, raise the column to its highest, pushing in the little sprung loaded button located at the bottom of the leg. Then the column easily rotates to the horizontal position where it has the full forty something centimetres of movement once more. It's an improvement on the older 055 in its ease of use, but I have noticed it does seem to give a modest amount of flex when in the horizontal position. If careful this is no problem at all. The tripod goes extremely low when the centre column and legs are horizontal, proving perfect for macro photography. Allows `rabbit eye view' of many plants and fungi!
The top screw thread fitting for the tripod head is the standard size allowing all Manfrotto heads and the majority of other brands to be attached. There is a little sprit level on the centre column top too, which is nice if you like them.
Two of the legs have a 30cm section of durable dense foam on the top of them, might not look much to begin with, but they are fantastic! When it is freezing and you have forgotten your gloves they stop your hands from being instantly numbed by the aluminium poles, which from my high school science base, I know to be one of the best causes of Baltic finger known to man.
I have owned two 055 tripods. The first was with me for 8 years and I sold it only because it did not have a horizontal centre column. That first one withstood those 8 years of my heavy handedness without fuss, this newer one is looking like it will be with me for a very long time.
A worthy investment for the photographer wanting durable, functional kit.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
First semi pro/pro Tripod
I have a cheap tripod that is ok, nothing more. Now I have this one, and the difference is outstanding. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Pubster
An excellent sturdy tripod
I've had this tripod for just over two months and I'm very pleased with it. It's strong and sturdy and when I used it out in the open on the Yorkshire Moors on a stormy day it held... Read more
Published 17 days ago by Nat L
Best i have owned.
After owning a RedSnapper tripod for a few years, and finding its all gone a bit loose i decided to look around for something better. Read more
Published 1 month ago by dave_bass5
A very solid and stable tripod
I borrowed a smaller tripod from a friend for a while as I had never owned one myself, the benefit was obvious but being just over 6 feet tall it was too low to use easily or... Read more
Published 1 month ago by EddieB
quality and solid
As you would expect from Manfrotto, a quality product. This tripod is versatile, reasonbly weighted to carry around and built to last. It will easily hold my 7D with 300mm F4L. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Simon
Great tripod -- Poor delivery
This tripod is really great and larger and more solid than I expected even having seen the same tripod at a photo show. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Snapper
Manfrotto 055XPRO tripod legs
If you want a good sturdy, reliable set of tripod legs, these fit the bill. Easy leg lock and release. Legs are adjustable to many angles, so great for uneven ground. Read more
Published 1 month ago by davebodds
Very nice tripod
This is probably one of the best tripods in the market. Though it is not very expensive, the moment you take it in your hand you would feel you have bought something of top... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Puneet
Superb for seawatching
I bought this tripod specifically for sea-watching, ie using telescope and not a camera. It's stability is excellent and reduces vibration from wind significantly. Read more
Published 2 months ago by T. Brewis
excellent say no more
Excellent tripod, good price, height just ok, as i dont really like to lift the middle pole high as it then unsteadies tripods... strong but light enough to carry around... Read more
Published 3 months ago by steve
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