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G1227LVL MK2 Mountaineer Reporter Leveling

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Reviewed by: 

elkhornsun

( Professional)

Review Date
July 7, 2005

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 2 of 5

Used product for
1 to 3 months

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Review 1 of 2

Price Paid:  $650.00 from BH Photovideo

Summary:

I purchased the 1227LVL tripod after first purchasing a Manfrotto 755B self-leveling tripod. Manfrotto design had severe deficiencies as bubble level is on tripod leg assembly and does not show degree of level of platform that holds the tripod head. To level camera need a shoe mount bubble just like any other tripod.

Strengths:

self-leveling is fast and bubble for reference.

Weaknesses:

Price and leg tightening mechanism. I find it faster to use a clamp than twist lock - also less fewer problems with grit. Wish Gitzo made an aluminum version as cost is more than double that of Manfrotto 755B and weight savings is not important for my use, in fact it is a negative as it makes the tripod more top-heavy with a camera and bracket mounted.

Similar Products Used:

Gitzo 2228 CF tripod and Manfrotto 755B



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Reviewed by: 

Merlin

( Intermediate)

Review Date
January 3, 2005

Overall Rating
 5 of 5

Value Rating
 4 of 5

Used product for
Less than 1 month

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Review 2 of 2

Price Paid:  $480.00 from China Arts

Summary:

Decent capacity but still light. Good build quality compared to competing brands. Leveling feature is nice on uneven terrain.

Strengths:

+ Leveling feature + 3 position legs + Reversible center column for macro

Weaknesses:

- Price - Case is extra

Similar Products Used:

Giottos

Customer Service:

N/A so far



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