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Over the holiday, I got a chance to use my new Manfrotto 055cx3 legs and Giottos 1300-657 ball head (I originally bought the 1301-656, but long story short, ended up with the 1300 which is bigger and sturdier). I'm loving both. The Manfrotto legs are sturdy and fairly lightweight and the...

I ended up getting the Manfrotto 055cx3. After much thought, I decided I just don't need the Q90 quick center column system found on the 055cxpro3 and 055cxpro4. I don't use a tripod very often and when I do, it's for very basic use. So I just couldn't justify spending another $40-$70 on...

Thanks, Man. I did look at the Giottos 3300 but it didn't looko like it came with a quick release. Is that right? I just didn't want ANOTHER expense. I don't think the invertible center column is a big deal for me. I'll be using it just as a standard tripod, so as long as it's sturdy...

I was looking at tripods and heads back in September, but never did pull the trigger. I've been looking again the past few days and think I've narrowed it down to this combo: Manfrotto 055CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber 4 Section Tripod with Q90 Column and Magnesium Castings (about $390) (about...

Thanks for the suggestons, guys. You've helped a great deal.

I've followed this thread and also need some advice on a tripod.   Currently I'm shooting a Canon 50D and my heaviest lenses would be the 70-200 f/2.8L and the 24-70 f/2.8L. Although with the tripod collar, the 70-200 really isn't that much of a problem.   I've been using a really cheap...