Manfrotto 725B Digi Tripod with Integrated Ball Head with Dove Tail Plate and Carrying Bag (Black) by Manfrotto
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Digital camera reviews of Manfrotto 725B Digi Tripod with Integrated Ball Head with Dove Tail Plate and Carrying Bag (Black)
Digital camera Review: Great for the Price
Summary: 5 Stars
I upgraded from a cheap $35 Tripod to this one. I have been using it now for quite some time and do not find much wrong with it. The Ball Head may not be the best but it is definitely more than sturdy enough to hold my Canon 40D and a 70-200L.
The clamp for the Ball Head can shift a little when not tightened properly but besides that it works well.
The legs are sturdy - I hardly ever fully extend it but even the center pole (which is reversible) holds the Camera well.
I have to-date not found a better Tripod for the money. It's not too heavy but it's not a Carbon either.
Digital camera Review: Great price, Great tripod
Summary: 5 Stars
This Manfrotto tripod is a great tripod. It is easy to operate, lightweight, and great for a serious amateur photographer. The ball joint moves freely, yet locks in place when desired. Overall, a great tripod!Digital camera Review: Great tripod
Summary: 5 Stars
This tripod is great for beginning photographers like myself. It's great on the go, and the bag that comes with it is very convenient. The dove release took a bit to get used to but it works well with my XTi, with grip and 85mm lens on it. Great buy.Digital camera Review: Great tripod!
Summary: 5 Stars
This tripod is perfect for travel. It is very light (around 3lb - 1.2kg), and comes with a bag. It can support loads up to 7.7lb (around 3kg), which if enough for a small dSRL with a moderate lens. I have a Canon Xti (400D), and so far I have tried it with the 28-135mm and 70-300mm lenses without a problem.
Definitely recommended!
Digital camera Review: Great, solid tripod for what it is
Summary: 4 Stars
The Manfrotto 725B is a solid, lightweight little tripod that will do the job, but it obviously lacks some features of more expensive tripods. There are a couple of things you should know before deciding to buy this tripod.
The ball head is integrated, which means you can't just take it off the tripod legs, and replace it with another head. It's really not a big problem in this case, and at this price point, because the head that comes on this tripod is a nice one. It's quick to adjust, and quite solid.
The legs only have one position, you cannot adjust their angle, like you can on many higher-end tripods. The legs are stable and well done, though. The telescoping locks feel a little flimsy, but I think they will hold up with careful use.
I do wish there were a bubble level included with the tripod, but I can't complain too much at this price point.
If you want a solid tripod, with a ball head, capable of supporting up to a 7-pound SLR body and lens combo, but you can't justify spending $250+ on a "pro" tripod, you could do far worse than the Manfrotto 725B.