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Manfrotto 190XDB 3 Section Aluminum Tripod
- Three-faced center column prevents unwanted rotation.
- Legs lock in four positions, adapting to uneven terrain at 25, 46, 66, and 88 degree angles.
- 3-section legs extend up to 46.6 inches without center column extension.
- Reversible center column allows for an extra high adjustment of 57.0 inches.
- Thumb screw leg locks maintain leg length adjustments.
Product Description
Bogen’s 190XDB tripod is based on a redesign of the 3001 tripod resulting in a lighter, slightly more compact tripod. Leg angle presets increase the tripod’s stability in bad weather conditions and on uneven terrain. Rubber feet provide solid footing on slippery surfacesAmazon.com Product Description
The Manfrotto 190XDB three-section tripod is stable, flexible, and easy to use, making it a great choice for amateur and professional photographers alike. The tripod is distinguished by its redesigned aluminum frame, which is lighter than previous incarnations and slightly more compact. As a result, it’s more convenient to bring this tripod along on shoots without weighing yourself down. Plus, the erg… More >>
L. Burton
November 22nd, 2009 at 1:23 am
This tripod was all that I expected. It is much easier to set up that standard models and very stable. I really like the way the legs extend independently (no center supports) allowing quick set-up on hills and rough terrain.
Rating: 5 / 5
Michael R. Wallin
November 22nd, 2009 at 1:59 am
This tripod was recommended to me from a professional photographer as a good “starter” tripod. The box it was delivered in was basically destroyed. . . they just don’t “ship with care” anymore, do they?. . . but the tripod was fine, which demonstrates the sturdy construction of it. I’ve had it now for around a month and have used it quite a bit as I’m learning photography. So what have I learned? It’s very sturdy, solid. Even though it’s aluminum, it’s not the lightest thing in the world so lugging it around probably wouldn’t be fun. . . you may want a lighter, more compact one if you plan on carrying it a lot. There is no level on it so if you’re using it on uneven ground you may want to have a small hand-sized level handy. Maybe the more expensive tripods or mounting balls have built in levels, but this one does not. But if you are just planning to use it in a studio or just a flat surface for portraits and such, then this tripod is perfect.
Rating: 4 / 5
Jun Ho Song
November 22nd, 2009 at 4:54 am
This is a great tripod for anyone looking for a very affordable but very good tripod. Check out my detailed review with pictures of this tripod on my blog: junsong@blogspot. com
Rating: 4 / 5
Michael John Shilling
November 22nd, 2009 at 7:17 am
I got this combined with the 390RC2 head, and while I’m not the hugest fan of the head, this tripod is great! I’ve had it for a few months now and taken it to plenty of places, both indoors and outdoors, and have not had a problem yet. The screw-type locks on the extension legs are sturdy and don’t seem to wear quickly (I much prefer the screw type to the flip type locks, as they are easier to adjust and stay better). The legs can lock at a few different angles for odd setups. At first I was worried that the leg angle locking mechanism would be a problem, as it only keeps the legs from sliding out, not folding in, but after several bumps and knocks, they have yet to budge. I have not found the weight of this tripod to be a problem. It’s heavy enough to keep the camera steady and light enough to carry. All in all, I will be replacing the head soon, but the tripod is here to stay for a while more.
Rating: 5 / 5
Christopher S. Cornette
November 22nd, 2009 at 9:50 am
PRO: VERY sturdy tripod with a huge amount of flexibility in configuration. I use this with a ball and socket type head and am able to put my camera wherever I want at any angle. The head and quick release plate are same manufacturer and are equally sturdy. I use a very weighty 18-200mm lens with my Nikon, and would normally worry that about the quick release plate coming loose, but Bogen’s are very secure. I have no worries. Very very good tripod in this price bracket. . . . but
CON: With sturdy comes heavy. This will weigh more than you expect. Although it is excellent in its price bracket, if you have a little more to spend and plan to carry your tripod around a lot, I’d suggest you consider one of the carbon fiber tripods from this same manufacturer.
Rating: 4 / 5