Manfrotto 3021 Tripod Legs Tripods
Manfrotto 3021 Tripod Legs Tripods
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[Apr 27, 2002]
Photographer Will
Intermediate
Strength:
Sturdy Good Price
Weakness:
Accidently got my hand in it before, can be avoided if you are careful! This is an absolutely perfect tripod, i have used a couple of no name "pro" tripods, and a slik before and this thing absolutely kicks there butt. This tripod is very sturdy and will hold a whopping 13 pounds. I will never leave the house without this tripod again! Customer Service Superb! Similar Products Used: Slik, Bogen 3014 Monopod, No named "pro" tripods! |
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[Apr 26, 2002]
SeattleJo
Intermediate
Strength:
Solid, Solid, Solid. Reasonable Price. Removable center column.
Weakness:
I read a review earlier that someone had pinched their fingers when adjusted the legs, and it''s true. I''ve three blood blisters from this weekend. My first impression is very good. I had a cheap slik tripod that I used before this for hiking, but needed something a little more heavy duty for shorter hikes. It weighs a fair deal, but I wanted sturdy and I got it. Customer Service Not Used Similar Products Used: slik tripod |
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[Jan 16, 2002]
Mark
Intermediate
Strength:
Strong and sturdy. Designed to last.
Weakness:
The leg snaps were inadvertandly designed to bite fingers when released. And these aren''t the type of wounds to laugh about. Bogen needs to hire a clever mechanical engineer to design the leg snaps so that they are not so detrimental to fingers. Until then, I will not be purchasing anymore tripods from them that are not of the screw type clamps. Before buying this tripod, try it out in a store. If you can work the leg clamps without requiring bandaids afterwords, then maybe you''ll be okay. Customer Service N/A Similar Products Used: Bogen Junior (which I happen to like) |
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[Aug 31, 2001]
William Rodriguez
Professional
Strength:
A very good tripod for the price. Low ground level a plus for nature.
Weakness:
Slightly short for those above 5''10'''' Security locks in legs could be better I have used mine for over 15 years and I have been happy. I have used it with 35mm and medium format. Security locks in legs could require periodic adjustment, not a problem. Keep it clean and lubricated and it will give you many years of service. Replace the boots if you use it a lot but do not go to Bogen, head for Home Depot and buy your replacements for $1.78 at the hardware department. Far superior to Bogen.Their 308 ball head with the QR mechanism is a good buy for the money (around $50) Customer Service A total disaster! Many times they do not answer to your emails. If they promise something, be aware, they usually do not follow through. Similar Products Used: Schansky tripod. |
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[Jul 31, 2000]
Jonathan Donald
Intermediate
Strength:
Versitile low angle configurations, easy to set up, sturdy enough for all but the most demanding situations. a really good $ value, and the sturdiness to weight ratio is very good.
Weakness:
It is heavy, but nothing like the comparable Gitzo products I've hefted. The plastic leg locks worry me, but so far no breakage. With the legs fully extended, the tripod is not *quite* sturdy enough for use with REALLY long telephotos (especially in the wind). Shortening the lower leg sections can help. A fantastic product at a great value if you're ready for a "serious" tripod, yet don't want the extra cost and weight of a pro-level Gitzo. Although there are complaints about the weight, this is about as light as you can get and still have sufficient rigidity (unless you go with carbon fiber). After owning one, I can see why this has been such a popular tripod for so long. Customer Service None needed. Similar Products Used: Cullman tripod, and one other horrid thing from the 1950's with no brand name on it. I've also used numerous other bogen accessories including specialized mounting plates and their elbow bracket. |
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[Jul 18, 2000]
Zaqif Zainal
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
3021 Tripod Legs
Strength:
Can be setup real fast. Very sturdy. It has all the required that a tripod should have and it has accessory to expand the capabilities.
Weakness:
The weight but its worth the money. I actually have no problem with the weight since I use the weight. I have tried the light expensive ones and the reasonable price heavy tripods and I like this one. My pictures require stability where the weight of the tripods comes in handy , don'tneed to look for any other source like a rock to help add the weight to the expensive light tripods. Its worth the money for what you can use it. Customer Service Have not need them yet. Similar Products Used: Bogen Monopods and other of Bogen tripods. |
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[Jul 17, 2000]
Shanu Lokhandwala
Intermediate
Model Reviewed:
3021 Tripod Legs
Strength:
tall
Weakness:
heavy Very nice legs that can be used for even medium format. Just don't expect to be able to carry it for long distances...it seemed easy at first but by the end of the day I quickly realized why people pay triple for Carbon fiber! Similar Products Used: my first quality tripod |
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[Jul 12, 2000]
Romy Cuano
Expert
Model Reviewed:
3021 Tripod Legs
Strength:
Strong, versatile and heavy enough to carry medium and lighter large format cameras. Legs are easy to adjust in uneven terrains. Good for low angle macro shots.
Weakness:
In my experience, a little bit heavy to carry during long outdoor hikes. I have only 10 months experience using this tripod and even if a little bit heavy it has been giving me very good picture-taking results. Currently, I have been using it more frequently outdoors even in rough weather and terrain because it is cheaper and easy to replace than some of my Gitzos. I would recommend this tripod right away for those beginning and have deep passion for photography. Once they have it, they will know why! Customer Service none yet. Similar Products Used: Bogen 300l, Gitzo and Slik |
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[May 28, 2000]
Theresa Zittritsch
Expert
Model Reviewed:
3021 Tripod Legs
Strength:
High value and quicker setup compared to Gitzo. Height very good and split center column feature allows you to have your cake and eat it too!
Weakness:
None functionally. I do get pinched by the leg locks once in a while! Excellent value and performance for the price. Customer Service Never used Similar Products Used: Gitzo, Slik, other Bogen, Velbon |
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[May 09, 2000]
Robb Powell
Casual
Model Reviewed:
3021 Tripod Legs
Strength:
Strong, moderately flexable, and part of a extensive system .A tripod for all seasons
Weakness:
Heavy for its size Make this your first purchase Customer Service No need yet as I have not torn it up yet. Similar Products Used: I looked at a number of other products. |