My Bogen/Manfrotto catalog has the Bogen part numbers only so I don't know
which models you list correspond. The 190 is the Bogen 3055 which is a good
strong head at a reasonable weight. I prefer the locking levers that rotate
(like the 3038 or 3262) rather than those like the 3055 that rotate about
the tripod column axis. Levers that twist around the column axis put torque
where you don't want it especially if you tend to tighten things too much. I
like the grip action head for light lens use because it is very quick and
easy to use. If you need a good stable platform, my choice for backpacking
would be the 3205G tripod with the 3265 (grip action) or the 3262QR Medium
Ball Head which is a little lighter. These combinations weigh over 6 pounds
which will feel much heavier if you carry it very far. If you don't need
that kind of platform, a cheap ultralight tripod or a light monopod might be
a better choice for extended carrying. /jim
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From: owner-olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
[mailto:owner-olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx]On Behalf Of Sean Davis
Sent: Saturday, March 30, 2002 10:55 AM
To: olympus@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: [OM] Tripods/heads
I'm thinking about picking up a new tripod/head. I want something that's
light enough for backpacking, yet also good for portraits/group stuff, as
well as normal out 'n about photography. What i'm currently looking at is
either the Manfrotto 190 (which seems short) or 055c (which looks heavy),
with possibly a 222 joystick head (they're just so cool!).
My concern with the 222 head is that it's only rated for 2.5 kg; my 2n, with
a 35-80 or 70-210 zoom, winder 2, t-32 and a flash bracket is pretty heavy
(worst case scenario). I'd like to stick with Manfrotto because of the
interchangeable heads, and with a ball head, as they seem to be pretty quick
and easy to use, and better for portable use. Perhaps i should go with a
somewhat larger ball head (some of the lighter Manfrotto ones are rated for
up to 4 kg)?
Does anyone have any suggestions, or better yet, any experience with the
190, 055c or especially the 222?
Thanks,
Sean D.
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