Manfrotto 715B Digi Tripod with Integrated Ball Head with Dove Tail Plate and Carrying Bag (Black)

by Manfrotto

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 27 x 4 x 4 inches ; 3.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FFQH7U
• Item model number: 715B
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Manufacturer Description

The most compact, full-size tripod in the Manfrotto range and designed for the new compact digital and conventional point and shoot cameras. The 715B which replaces 714B, comes with a micro "dovetail" quick release plate. Manfrotto engineers were careful not to compromise stability for size and weight reduction. The incredibly short folded length of just over 17 inches was achieved with two engineering breakthroughs. First, the leg pivot was re-designed with a unique single hinge allowing the leg to fold shorter than conventional designs. Secondly, an integral ballhead is recessed into the main shoulder casting for transport.

But that's not all! This compact ballhead allows a preset but adjustable tension to be set so that all you have to do is point the camera and shoot. No more locking off handles before you take that shot! This adjustment is done with a handle found on the bottom of the column, set it for your camera and forget it, then just aim and shoot. If you want to lock it down, just turn the handle further and it will lock off the head.

The 715B also features quick-action leg locks for fast set-up and breakdown, and an innovative three faceted center column design prevents any column rotation.

What's in the Box:
Tripod, rucksack-style bag.

Product Description

The most compact, full-size tripod in the Manfrotto range is designed for the new compact digital and conventional point-and-shoot cameras. The new 715B which replaces 714B, comes with a micro dovetail quick release plate. Manfrotto engineers were careful not to comprimise stability for size and weight reduction. The incredibly short folded length of just over 17 was achieved with two engineering breakthroughs. First, the leg pivot was redesigned with a unique single hinge allowing the leg to fold shorter than conventional designs. Secondly, an integral ballhead is recessed into the main shoulder casting for transport. This compact ballhead allows a preset but adjustable tension to be set so that all you have to do is point the camera and shoot. No more locking off handles before you take that shot! This adjustment is done with a handle found on the bottom of the column, set it for your camera and forget it, then just aim and shoot. If you want to lock it down, just turn the handle further and it will lock off the head. The 715B also features quick-action leg locks for fast set-up and breakdown, and an innovative three faceted center column design prevents any column rotation. A rucksack-style bag (MBAGD) is also included.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars knob broken after 2 weeks, January 10, 2007

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Q. Duan (SF Bay Area, CA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Manfrotto 715B Digi Tripod with Integrated Ball Head with Dove Tail Plate and Carrying Bag (Black) (Electronics)

This tripod was recommended, so I bought one. Unfortunately I found out one knob that secures the extension was broken after 2 weeks use. Maybe because it is plastic, it is not strong? I was surprised because it is not a very cheap one. I am thinking to buy it again after I return to amazon or if I can find a better replacement.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect Tripod for Digital Camera, October 26, 2007

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lajetee47 (LA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Manfrotto 715B Digi Tripod with Integrated Ball Head with Dove Tail Plate and Carrying Bag (Black) (Electronics)

This is one of the best tripods for small digital cameras around.
Sturdy. Well built and light. Easy to setup. Head is easy to adjust
but rock steady.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great compact tripod even for SLR, April 14, 2009

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J. Moy "Jonathan Moy" (Christchurch New Zealand) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Manfrotto 715B Digi Tripod with Integrated Ball Head with Dove Tail Plate and Carrying Bag (Black) (Electronics)

This supports my Canon 450D with a 18-200mm lens with no problem. The ball head can be tightened to stop it shifting with gravity. The best thing is that it weighs so little and I can zip it up inside my backpack with ease.