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 804RC2 Basic Pan Tilt Head with Quick Lock
The Manfrotto 804RC2 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head with RC2 Quick Release & 200PL-14 QR Plate is a direct replacement to the popular 3030 and 3029 heads. It is 20% lighter than its predecessors due to the use of Adapto material. It also features improved ergonomic design plus a counter spring system.
Adapto is a special technical polymer that is comparable to aluminum in strength but is 50% lighter. Compared to metals such as aluminum Adapto is an ideal material for photo imaging equipment as it has superb resistance to extreme temperatures and will not corrode or oxidize. Additionally, Adapto is an excellent vibration absorbing material making the 804RC2 head an ideal companion to a MagFibre tripod for the ultimate in vibration free shots.
The 804RC2 head is also the first 3-way head to use a counter spring system to help protect your equipment. Built into the forward/back tilt axis is a fixed spring that helps to absorb the shock of the full camera weight from crashing down. The spring also makes it easier to position the camera on this axis since it opposes some of the camera weight.
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 804RC2 Basic Pan Tilt Head with Quick Lock
Maximum Camera Supported Standard size medium format Load Capacity 8.8 lb (4 kg) Height 4.5" (11.4 cm) Quick Release Yes Spirit Level Yes Tension Control No Tripod Mount Thread Size 3/8" Weight 1.7 lb (770 g)
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