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02/26/2012 03:34:12 PM · #26 |
I have the 190xprob and think it a great investment. The bar just is either horizontal or vertical, there is no angling available, but the positioning of the legs in conjunction with the horizontal option means you can pretty much set any position you want. It's a very flexible piece of kit and very sturdy.
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02/26/2012 03:36:48 PM · #27 |
Originally posted by felipecrp:
Any one know if the xprob central bar can be adjusted to angles between 0 and 90? I would like to set 45. |
It cannot be. You need Vanguard for that.
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02/26/2012 03:38:11 PM · #28 |
i opted for the the 55xprob since it extends taller. im 6'-2 and it will get to my eye height without the center column extending. its heavier too, but wow is it solid.
i'm not sure if its just because i got the horizontal center post, but if it didn't go horizontal i would not be able to get it close to the ground as the center column doesn't invert, but again that could be different on the non horizontal models. |
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02/26/2012 04:17:37 PM · #29 |
Originally posted by mike_311:
if it didn't go horizontal i would not be able to get it close to the ground as the center column doesn't invert, but again that could be different on the non horizontal models. |
It is; the old-style center column can be inverted.
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02/26/2012 06:18:39 PM · #30 |
Thanks alot Bear, I just spend $208 on a new Tripod. You just had to introduce me to the Vanguard...
On the plus side, there is a great deal at Abe's of Maine right now. Vanguard products are 12% off and the coupon ABESAVES takes another $10 off (of $150 order). I got the
Alta Pro 264 AT tripod and SBH 250 ball head
for $208 shipped. That's $40 cheaper than it would have been through Amazon! |
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02/26/2012 06:34:28 PM · #31 |
Originally posted by felipecrp:
Another doubt. What is better a 3 or 4 segments tripod? |
A 4 segment tripod will always be smaller when folded than a 3 segment. This is why you see them. They are less durable since the final segment must, by necessity, be a thinner diameter since it must fit into the other segments, as well. So, determine whether you need your tripod to be smaller when completely folded or not, and that's your answer. |
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02/26/2012 08:26:38 PM · #32 |
Originally posted by lawrysimm:
I have the 190xprob and think it a great investment. The bar just is either horizontal or vertical, there is no angling available, but the positioning of the legs in conjunction with the horizontal option means you can pretty much set any position you want. It's a very flexible piece of kit and very sturdy. |
Cool. I watched some youtube movies from vanguard and it has two good features that manfroto doesn't: 1) the multi-angle center bar; 2) the spiked feet. Cool! But it is also a little bit more heavy and expensive.
I think I will go with the 190xprob. Probably with a ball head, the 486RC2. Any advices?
Best regards. |
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03/05/2012 10:30:28 PM · #33 |
Does any one recommend the Benro C-198M8? U$ 300,00 - carbon fiber, horizontal center column
//www.benro.cn/ensite/EnProduct.aspx?ParaId=1&id=154&ProductId=382
Best regards,
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03/05/2012 11:09:56 PM · #34 |
i have a 55XPROB with a 322RC2... and a 190XPROB with a 222.... love them both. the 190 is good for when i want to move a lot or walk a good distance. the 55 is a brute, in weight, but also in strength. i would say i use the horizontal option about 20-30% of the time.. so i would strongly suggest that option..
(also, i use the 190 as a tripod for a rimfire bolt action pistol, so it will take all the abuse you can throw at it..) |
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03/06/2012 08:12:33 PM · #35 |
Originally posted by jagar:
I have the carbon fiber 190CXPRO3 and I find it ok to carry about, I think the head is a lot heavier than the tripod itself, it's a bit more costly than the none carbon fiber version though but if you'll be carring it about a lot it's definetly worth it. I would also check the Vanguard tripods out, they didn't stock them where I got mine so I didn't get the choice. |
Originally posted by docpjv:
Money spent on a tripod is equal to money spent on good quality lenses. A 190CXPRO3 is an amazing tool! However, whatever you get, make sure it is carbon/carbon compound. They are light and much more pleasure to carry. I gave my 190 away and got myself the unknown SIRUI T1204X, simply because it is even lighter, more suitable for my situation. No, it is definitely not a Manfrotto, but it is something I can still take with me. |
Changed my mind and bought this benro on ebay:
//www.benro.cn/ensite/EnProduct.aspx?ParaId=1&id=154&ProductId=382
It is a carbon fiber with multi angle center bar. Just 1.4 kg. It will arrive in a month.
Thanks everyone for the answers. I will post a review here when it arrive.
Message edited by author 2012-03-06 20:14:01. |
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