Set up is faster than ever with Manfrotto's Quick Power Lock System that allows you to completely extend the tripod legs with just one hand. Once set up you can use the MT190XPRO3's rapid center column in standard vertical mode or swing it into horizontal position like a boom with Manfrotto's 90° Column feature. Enlarged tabs on the individual leg angle selectors allow you to get down to only 3.6" (9.0 cm) for macro work with the column in horizontal mode. And once you're down there you can attach any of Manfrotto's flexible or articulated arms to hold lights or reflectors via the Easy Link plug built into the tripod's spider.
Convenience features include grippy, rubber leg warmers on two legs for cold or inclement weather and a bubble level that rotates so that you can see it easily regardless of the tripod's position. Finally, Manfrotto's insistence on form following function has yielded a tripod that you'll not only be happy to use but you'll be happy to be seen with, too.
The Manfrotto 322RC2 Grip Action Ball Head offers the versatility of a ball head, with true ergonomic control.
The 322RC2 is unique in that it allows the camera mounting assembly to be positioned for left or right hand operation, in horizontal or vertical position, and in addition, will allow you to unblock, move, position and lock your camera with one hand in one position. This is due to the revolutionary design of its grip handle which incorporates the ball lock lever. The very act of taking your hand away from the grip locks the head into position, which eliminates the extra step of having to tighten a knob or lever before being ready to shoot. The tension of the ball can be adjusted to accommodate the load weight.
This head is not suitable for continuous tracking of moving subjects, it is not practical since one must always grip the lever to release the ball and thus your hand would tire after prolonged use.
An ideal head for action or wedding and portrait photographers.
Tripod
Attaches By | 3/8 attachment type |
Center Column | Rapid |
Color | Black |
Column Cross Section | Three-faceted |
Column Tube Diameter | 1" (25mm) |
Leg Angles | 25°, 46°, 66°, 88° |
Leg Cross Section | D shape |
Legs Tube Diameter | 26. 22.5. 19 mm |
Material | Aluminum |
Patent | Pending |
Center Column Section | 1 |
Closed Length | 23.2" (59cm) |
Leg Sections | 3 |
Maximum Height | 63" (160cm) |
Maximum Height (Center Column Down) | 53.2" (135.1cm) |
Minimum Height | 3.5" (89mm) |
Load Capacity | 15.4 lbs (7kg) |
Weight | 4.4 lbs (2kg) |
Head
Head Type | Grip Action Ball |
Load Capacity | 11 lbs (5kg) |
Height | 4" (10.3cm) |
Quick Release | Yes |
Spirit Level | Yes |
Tension Control | Yes |
Tripod Mount Thread Size | 3/8"-16 |
Weight | 1.4 lb (635g) |
Reviews Manfrotto MT190XPRO3 Pro Aluminum Tripod Black with 322RC2 Grip Action Ball Head