The Manfrotto 190 DB is a sturdy, 3-section aluminum tripod designed for hobbyists and professionals, offering a balance of compactness and stability with a D-shaped leg design and a rotating triangular center column for a stable support that prevents rotation. The 141RC is a popular, compact 3-way head that provides total movement for easy camera positioning, ideal for general photography. Together, they create a versatile, lightweight, and stable support system, though the tripod has limitations in very low-level shooting and the center column's reversal mechanism can be cumbersome.
Manfrotto 190 DB (Tripod)
Construction:
Made in Italy, it features D-shaped aluminum legs that provide rigidity and a triangular center column for excellent stability, preventing rotation.
Legs:
The 3-section legs offer a balance between compactness and a good maximum height, making it suitable for general photography, especially with 35mm cameras.
Stability:
It is designed to be very sturdy and secure, especially when fully extended.
Flexibility:
The tripod offers multiple leg angles for positioning on varied surfaces, though it lacks extremely low-angle options for nature photographers.
Manfrotto 141RC (Head)
Type: This is a classic Manfrotto 3-way head.
Movement: It provides total, smooth movement for easy and quick camera positioning.
Popularity: The 141RC was a popular and reliable head, often paired with the 190 series.
Combined System:
Ideal Use:
The Manfrotto 190 DB with the 141RC head is a popular and sturdy combination, ideal for hobbyist and professional photographers who need a versatile setup that is easy to transport and set up. Volledig functioneel maar met gebruikssporen.