Manfrotto 161MK2B Super Professional Tripod Mk2

I use this for urban landscape and architectural photography with my Nikon d850. It is, of course, overkill for a camera of this weight. I could not imagine a more stable tripod, but that is not why I use it. For me, the tripod's height is essential for getting a vantage point that allows me to shoot over cars and fences. In other cases, the high vantage point might just be what is required to get the best possible composition. Make sure you have a step ladder to reach the camera when the tripod is at max height. Also useful if you are in a well-trafficked area are safety cones. The tripod has a large footprint and someone not paying attention could easily run into it.

I picked up a new 475B tripod along with the matching geared head. It is a replacement for an identical setup that's over 10 years old and has travelled many miles bouncing around in my car or an airplane hold. I shoot architectural assignments and love being able to make critical adjustments down to the millimeter. It has enough height for most work I do and is solid for windy days near the coast. This tripod/head combo is a 10 in my book.

This tripod is not lightweight but I was still able to move it around without much issue. It's sturdy so it can easily withstand bumps from people or crazy kids. I also like the maximum height it can reach. You will feel comfortable leaving your camera on it and walking away.

I ordered two Manfrotto tripods and was extremely surprised and pleased with the quick response and fast delivery of the products. Also, very happy with the free shipping! The tripods were exactly what I needed. I would recommendto anyone shopping for photo/video/audio products!

I picked one of these up in 2015 to replace my tripod, and while at first I regretted this unit due to the weight - I do a lot of fast paced shooting and carry my gear some pretty long distances to get to my shots - but over a few months of use, the weight came to mean nothing, I got used to the extra weight I was lugging around, and I found that all that weight was perfect for the work I do. I shoot steam engines primarily, and sometimes you find a spot of ground that happens to shake more than other when the several hundred ton engine roars by. This tripod is heavy enough that it reduced the shake in the cameras image in those instances just enough that a shot goes from looking bad and unprofessional, to a shot where the soft more subtle shake can actually make the shot feel like the shake is intended and accents the shot so the shake conveys the size and weight of the engine, without destroying the image or making unwatchable. On occasion I shoot in very crowded photo lines, and this tripod gets low enough I can get below any photo line and squeeze into the front. The feet manage to dig into soft ground well with the screws, and the rubberized covers let it stand stability in studio or on smooth harder surfaces, without damaging what it stands on. I paired mine with the 502AH, and the two are a match made in heaven. The tripod's weight means it's also easier to use the fluid head, as the weight keeps the tripod stationary even at some of the higher tension settings, letting my hands stay off the tripod legs, letting me focus on panning and camera settings. 7 years of use this month. Still loving it, and now looking at buying another as a backup, because while mine still looks and works like new, if something did happen to it I cannot imagine doing a shoot without it, especially now as I transition to professional shooting.

Big? Yes. Heavy? Yes. Precise and top quality materials? Yes. Extend to ridiculous height? Yes. It has unique quick adjustments not found on any other tripod, regardless of price. The precision build and weight of this tripod make my 4X5 field camera an unmovable object when mounted to it even on windy days. Highly recommended.

I love this tripod. It's super sturdy and dependable. I don't mind the weight. My previous tripod was too light and easily tipped. This one stays put and is easily adjustable.