Manfrotto 190xb Tripod
Aug/100
Manfrotto 190xb Tripod
tripod newbie questions?
looking to buy a manfrotto 190xb, just wondering if it is compatible with my canon 40D, or any suggestions, i found one brand new in the box for 100$ on craigslist, so just want to make sure im not going to buy and it not be compatible.. Thanks
The tripod is fully compatible with your camera.
However, you should be aware that this model is usually sold without a head so you may find yourself shopping for one.
Another consideration should be its extended height which is approx. 48 inches with the center column retracted. Even if the head you choose adds 6 inches its still a short tripod. If you're 6 foot tall you'll quickly tire of stooping over to use it.
NOTE: Extending the center column to increase the tripod height is something I don't recommend, especially with a lightweight unit like this one. Extending the center column creates what's known as a "moment arm" and can create an unstable condition, especially with your camera and a large zoom lens.
Think of it this way: You are trying to open a heavy door on stiff hinges. If you try pushing the door open with your hand close to the hinges its hard to open the door. If you try pushing it open at the edge of the door farthest from the hinges it becomes much easier to open the door. So when you mount your camera and a large zoom on your tripod and then raise the center column to its full height the result is a mass sitting atop a slender column and instability - a slight breeze can cause the camera to shake and that pretty much negates using a tripod. This situation is also top-heavy which means the tripod could tip over. So keep the center column retracted.
The maximum rated load for the 190bx is 5 pounds and that can easily be exceeded with a large zoom lens on your camera.
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