[Flip Lock] Been using it a while and still works great for me. Solid. Not as light as others out there but that doesn't bother me and it's good quality for the price.

[3] The Manfrotto MK055XPRO3-BHQ2 is sturdy support and easy to use . I use it with the Pro ball head and a gimbal with longer glass. Not lightweight and for my use that kinda the point.

[3/8"-16 Male] This replaces an old Bogen by Manfrotto I purchased in 1994. Very strong with a great ball head. Best of all the sale price!

[5.45 lb] In 1991 i purchased 5 075B Manfrotto Tripods they are still going but a tad heavy
I have now purchased the MK055XPRO3-BHQ2 because:
They are light weight
Easy to use
Perfect height
Ball head sole and easy to use.
Photographer proof
QR plate is a tried and tested design, not a new one


This is an awesome Tripod, will out live me

[3/8"-16 Male] 07 14 2018 - Received a Manfrotto MK055XPRO3-BHQ2 Aluminum Tripod with XPRO Ball Head sooner than expected via FedEx (delivered on a Saturday instead of the projected Monday deliver date). First impression was how BEEFY thing is... and it's exactly what I wanted. I'd never seen a ball head in person and have never had a tripod of this quality in my hands before, so this is a big deal for me. I read through all the paperwork, checked nuts and bolts to make sure they were tight, and then opened and closed everything to make sure all was well. Then I started experimenting. I'm totally glazed and amazed at how solid it holds my Canon 77d and Sigma 150-600 C lens. No drift and no creep. This is the first time I've been able to lock onto a subject and have my lens stay exactly where I put it. I was never concerned about having a high-quality tripod/head before anyways because I didn't do much shooting from a tripod. In fact, I normally used a tripod only to hold my camera so my hands would both be free between shots. With this tripod, with the legs extended and the camera mounted, the viewfinder is approximately 4" below my eye level (I'm 6'2"). Sweet. This Manfrotto tripod and ball head look to be a game changer for me.

[3/8"-16 Male] I'm just an amateur but as I get older I need a tripod or mono pod more..This is my third tripod and it's way beyond anything I've had..Easy to adjust legs,rock steady..It is no lightweight however..If you're looking, buy one,you'll probably will never need a better one,Bob

[3/8"-16 Male] This tripod is extremely stable in heavy wind and is easy to setup fast. Easy to adjust and accepts the weight of a heavy telephoto lens.

[Aluminum] I bought this particular tripod because I was looking for a tripod that was sturdy enough to handle my 70-200 mm lens, the heaviest one I own. Prior to this tripod, I'd only used the $50-100 ones from Best Buy, which I knew wouldn't work too well for a lens of this size.


When my Manfrotto arrived, set up was pretty easy; just had to read the directions carefully. But it holds my camera perfectly.


Because there's some weight to it, whenever I use it, I feel like it's very secure, even on a grassy hill. If you can afford it, this is a good one to get!

[5.45 lb] I bought this particular unit based on blog recommendations
and reviews on B&H. I needed a sturdy tripod for a photography class and this leg and ball head combination is exactly what I needed. The dual levels are great when shooting on uneven ground, which happens most of the time outdoors. The XPRO ball head is infinitely adjustable and the controls are easy to understand. With a 17.6-pound capacity it can handle my heaviest camera and lens with ease. I am 6'2 tall so the height of this tripod allows a comfortable shooting position. It is a little heavy, but the stability is worth a few extra pounds. Please be sure to read the manual so that you will
understand all of the adjustments and features that Manfrotto offers.

[Flip Lock] I have had a few other models from different companies and I have found that this tripod will stand the test of time as the others broke within a year or two. I would recommend this product to anyone. It is a bit on the heavy side though.