The tripod is not only technically well thought out, but belongs, in my opinion, in its price range to ensure the best that you can buy at present. Although the legs on the first extension first appeared somewhat tinny and rickety, this impression changed abruptly with the operation very easy-to-use locking. No more rattling, the tripod is even with fully extended legs and extended column, like the proverbial one. EXCELLENT! Of particular interest for the first placing then flipping the column. Again, I had, in the unlocked state, first under the impression that this construction could not possibly be as stiff as you want it, because both column and the clincher settled without any effort (Ladies, this is something for you) use! and bring in the desired position. The "E" designated locking screw then put the 'wow' factor. Bombproof also in folded condition, everything! Another highlight is then the head attached. Once correctly set on both friction wheels, belongs Wegnicken the already mounted camera while precise alignment thing of the past. Since Manfrotto has made really come up with something, a great thing. Finally, the release plate: First, perhaps a bit of getting used to the handling ago, the removable disk can also pinch bombproof and here you must then Zufassen a bit stronger, solve reliably again. Conclusion: A super tripod with excellent-worked head. My absolute recommendation for demanding Amateurs and semi-professionals.