Manfrotto MT055CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod
The Manfrotto MT055CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod is a 4-section support that replaces the 055CXPRO4 tripod. It has a load capacity of 19.8 lb and extends from 3.5" to 66.9". Its carbon fiber legs are secured by the Quick Power Locks. These updated flip locks increase the tripod's rigidity by 50% compared to its predecessor.
A redesigned center column has a "one finger" operation, and includes an Easy Link attachment for attaching accessories such as an LED light or a reflector. The center column can be positioned horizontally, allowing for low-angle and macro photography. The upper disc where a tripod head is mounted has been redesigned as well, and now has a bull's eye bubble level that rotates 360° so you can locate it where you can see it. This allows you to level your camera on both the horizontal and vertical planes.
Manfrotto 498RC4 Midi Ball Head with RC4 QR Plate
The Manfrotto 498RC4 Compact Ball Head with RC4 Quick Release and 410PL QR Plate is constructed of die-cast aluminum, strong enough to support an SLR camera with a medium lens, and light medium format cameras. It has a single repositionable locking lever for 360° panoramic rotation and ±90° tilt movement, plus a friction control for precise positioning. Cameras are attached to the ball head with the 410PL Plate and RC4 Quick Release with 1/4'' male threads. The head to tripod attachment has 3/8'' female threads. Additionally, the Quick Release has a safety system to prevent an accidental detaching from the head.
Manfrotto MT055CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod
Material | Carbon Fiber Tubing + Magnesium Castings |
Attaches by | 3/8 Attachment Type |
Centre Column | Rapid |
Column Cross Section | Three-Faceted |
Column Tube Diameter | 28mm |
Leg Angles | 25deg., 46deg., 66deg., 88deg. |
Leg Cross Section | Round |
Leg Sections | 4 |
Legs Tube Diameter | 29.2mm, 24.8mm, 20.4mm, 16mm |
Section Centre Column | 1 |
Load Capacity | 19.84lbs (8.99kg) |
Closed Length | 21.25" (54cm) |
Height | Min: 3.54" (9.0cm) Max: 66.93" (170.00cm) Maximum Height (with Centre Column Down): 55.12" (140.00cm) |
Weight | 4.63lbs (2.10kg) |
Manfrotto 498RC4 Midi Ball Head with RC4 QR Plate
Load Capacity 17.64 lb (8 kg) Ball Sphere Diameter Not Specified by Manufacturer Quick Release RC4 Spirit Level Yes Tension Control Yes Rotating Head 360° Tripod Mount Thread Size 3/8" female thread (bottom)
1/4" screw (attachment)Plate 410PL Height 5.31" (134.87mm) Tilt Lateral: ±90° Weight 1.54 lb (.69 kg)
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