Possibly the most overlooked aspects of a film production - tripods.

And which material should you choose for this often unnoticed, but essential, piece of videography gear?

In this deep dive, we go over the pros and cons of carbon fiber tripods (or carbon fibre as those across the pond call it) vs aluminum tripods.

I've had both - and just decided to pick up another carbon fiber version of the popular Manfrotto (@Manfrottoimaginemore) 055CXPRO3. I unbox it in this here video/review/comparison/thingy.

Some aspects to considers between the carbon fiber and aluminum tripods:
- Weight - Price - Feel - Inherent Properties of the Material -

The Manfrotto 055 series has become a staple in the tripod world. This version, whether it be aluminum or carbon fibre, is especially nice for a multitude of occasions.

Due to it's height (and low-ness), ability to go from horizontal to vertical, and the overall stability - it's kinda a no brainier, for both its price and how it compares to other similar options.

Check out the 055 Series for yourself -
https://www.manfrotto.com/global/055-...

A bit about the Manfrotto 055 Tripods Series Collection (from the Manfrotto website) -

The new Manfrotto 055 allows unlimited creativity for professionals and guarantees better-than-ever camera stability. The everlasting ergonomic design ensures extraordinary ease of use.

Unprecedented Stiffness - Quick power locks with high locking power guarantee the maximum camera stability. Over-strong - High payload.
Versatility - 90° column and 4 leg angles allow to reach any position.

With the new 055 camera stability is guaranteed more than ever.
Compared with the classical locking levers, the QPL allow to apply extra locking power to the leg locks which, in turn, increase the stiffness of the tripod and enable it to support a higher payload.

Higher locking power does not mean compromise on ergonomics: QPL have a 1 Hand Opening mechanism which cuts the set up time and makes the operation comfortable. The new horizontal column mechanism combined with the 4 leg angles allows the new 055 to smoothly reach whatever camera position you have in mind.

The Easy Link attachment, allows to convert the new 055 in a portable photographic studio. By simply attaching an arm with an LED light, a reflector, or any other accessory, the new 055 goes beyond the classic boundaries of tripods’ functionalities.

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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro to the Unboxing of the 055 Manfrotto 055CXPRO3 Tripod Legs | Carbon Fiber vs Aluminum Tripods
1:00 - Reasons Why I Prefer Carbon Fiber Tripods Over Aluminum Tripods
2:38 - Looking at the Manfrotto Action Compact Aluminum Tripod (It's Kinda Sick!) vs the Peak Design Travel Tripod (in Carbon Fiber or Aluminum)
3:25 - Unboxing the 055 Manfrotto Carbon Fiber Tripod Legs
5:00 - Showcasing How the Manfrotto 055 Carbon Fiber Legs Compare to the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum Tripod Legs
6:11 - The Weight Differences Between Carbon Fiber and Aluminum Tripods
6:50 - Be Careful with the Manfrotto Tripod Latches - They Will Get Your Finger! Versus the 'Turn Knob' Style of Tripods Legs
7:40 - How the Manfrotto Tripod Legs Slide Out and Move
9:00 How High do the Manfrotto 055 Tripods Go? A Total of 66.93 Inches with the Manfrotto 500 Fluid Head its a Perfect Height
10:13 - How to Put the 055 Manfrotto in Vertical Mode
11:13 - What Makes Carbon Fiber Tripods Really Worth It Over Aluminum - Even Though They Are More Expensive
15:00 - Specs of the 055 Manfrotto Tripod
16:00 - You Want the Highest Tripod You Can Get (Examples)
18:00 - Tips To Keep Your Tripod From falling Over (Learn From My Mistakes)
19:17 - Outro - Thanks for Watching | Please Like and Subscribe


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