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It is great product have converted all my tripods to this head. It has multiple function adjustments and is easy to use. It can be adjusted and leveled with the multiple knobs. The head also had two extra camera plates to be used on multiple cameras or in case you might misplace one. I have three cameras and three different tripods and if I didn't have the right tripod with the right camera mounting I was in trouble. It did take a little getting use to as the multiple handles to ensure that it is level. It has standard 3/8inch connector and works on many different types of tripods.
I got hired by a local firm for small-scale videography work, and my first experiences shooting on my then-new DSLR revealed a definite need for a high-quality tripod. A friend was nice enough to give me a brand new tripod that looked like it might have cost $15 at WalMart, he said he won it on a contest. Even with a $15 tripod, shakes abounded and I couldn't get a decent image when using a 250mm lens. I bought the Bogen-Monfrotto 3001N because it was the cheapest "pro" quality tripod I could find. I read reviews about it being heavy and difficult to pack, but my experience has been quite the opposite—it's light enough for me to pack in one hand when folded up, and it offers the kind of stability I needed in a package that not only looks professional, but feels professional too. The weak point on collapsible tripods is the latch system for the collapsible legs. I haven't had any problems with this unit, but the tension screws on the legs do feel like the cheapest part of the package. Still, despite feeling somewhat cheap, they are fairly solid and lock the legs in place without excessive tightening. I am expecting to have problems with them somewhere down the road—hopefully in a few years when I'll be looking to upgrade to a more fully-featured unit. I paired my tripod with a Bogen 701hdv head and have been amazed at how nice this package is for the price. I never have problems with the tripod scooting or shaking or collapsing, and I've used it as a desktop tripod and fully extended. No shakes, no stability issues at all. The only thing I haven't done is invert the center column, though that looks to be an easy operation as well. I purchased this a few months after back surgery, while on weight restrictions, and even with the 701 head (which is slightly bulky for a DSLR rig), and I expected weight to be an issue, but it wasn't. I was surprised with how light it is considering how solid it feels. I wish there was a place for a shoulder strap on the hinge unit, though there is a small keyring-type hanger to attach light bags. I wouldn't try to carry it using a strap attached to the ring, but that may be paranoia on my part. Overall, I'm well pleased. Good quality tripods are an often overlooked part of the videography equation, especially at the level I'm working at, so any leg-up is a great advantage. For the money, this tripod is everything I needed at half the price I expected to pay.Read full review
Great tripod with excellent features that I was able to purchase for a very good price.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
The Manfrotto 804RC fits my Yashica 124G perfectly. Great compact design, it's easy to level with the 2 smooth working axis adjustments. Looks great too. I've purchased a number of items from KEH and the condition of each one has been accurately described. You can buy with confidence from KEH. I highly recommend them.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
In my first use, the handle ring attached to the screw was felt off. It was almost impossible to repair. There was no way to use the release plate any more - it was a waste.
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: New
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