My tripod is my friend. I bought this manfrotto while I was already equipped. I lot of close-up photography and landscapes and I work very often in low light or High Dynamic Range. Therefore, I need maximum stability for shooting. Even if after unpacking the impression of robustness and stability seemed limited, I must say that with use, my fears were allayed ... My case is a canon EOS 1DS (relatively bulky box and heavy) and tripod supports it very well on any surface (land, bitumen, ....). Finally, I must confess that the central column is a big plus for its potential horizontal position. Easy to switch and making the very low height of the machine. This allows you to frame the elements laid on the ground (eg mushrooms ...) with a stability such that long exposures pose no problem.
Weaknesses: - The weight but the carbon equivalent is not the same price - The hook to the handle is present but the handle itself is an Option ...
