This versatile tripod kit from B&H Photo pairs the Manfrotto MT055CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod with the 400 HD Geared Head. This kit provides a stable camera support with a load capacity of 19.8 lb. It extends from 3.1 to 73.2" and weighs 10.3 lb. The 90° center column has a one finger operation, and includes an Easy Link 3/8"-16 attachment for attaching accessories such as an LED light or a reflector via a compatible arm. The mounting plate has a bull's eye bubble level that rotates 360° so you can locate it where you can see it.
The included 400 HD Geared Head has two self-locking foldaway cranks that allow 360° panning, +30° and -90° of frontal tilt & +/- 7.5° of lateral tilt. Side to side leveling is controlled by a separate handle, and a bubble level aids in precise positioning. Three different 400PL mounting plates are included: a low, medium, and high.
The Manfrotto MT055CXPRO4 Carbon Fiber Tripod is a 4-section support that replaces the 055CXPRO4 tripod. It has a load capacity of 44 lb and extends from 3.5" to 67". 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 3/8"-16 attachment for attaching accessories such as an LED light or a reflector via a compatible arm. 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.
This 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head from Manfrotto has a load capacity of 22.1 pounds and can be attached to studio stands, tripods, or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 screw mount. The head provides 360° of rotation, 90° of forwards and 30° of backwards tilt, as well as 7.5° of left or right tilt. Each of these three movements function independently of each other and have individual control knobs that utilize incremental geared adjustments, which help to ensure that any device mounted to this 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head is precisely positioned relative to the subject.
The knob for the 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head's forwards and backwards tilt is located along its rear, while the knob that controls rotation rests along the head's base. When fully turned, either of those knobs applies 8.6° of adjustment. Both knobs also feature a folding crank handle for enhanced control and reduce needed space during storage or transport.
Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 or 3/16"-20 screw mount can be connected to one of three included quick release plates. An integrated, quick release cam lock enables a quick release plate's removal from the top of the head by pulling the lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached. The quick release plates measure 13, 23, or 42mm tall and are designed to be selected based on the minimum height needed for the attached camera or accessory not to interfere with the ability to move the rear control knob while its crank handle is deployed. Opposite the knob at the 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head's base and along its cam lock is an easy-to-grip rubberized knob that when turned, applies a left or right tilt directly to the attached quick release plate and the device placed on it.
To promote fast and repeatable device positioning, this 400 3-Way Geared Pan-and-Tilt Head also includes a dedicated angle scale for forwards and backwards tilt movements that is designed for easy visibility.
- 22.1-pound load capacity
- Compatible with tripods or support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 screw mount
- Can be rotated 360°, tilted 90° forwards or 30° backwards, and provides up to 7.5° of tilt, left or right
- Rotation, forwards and backwards tilt, as well as left and right tilt each function independently of each other and have individual control knobs that utilize incremental geared adjustments
- Both control knobs for forwards and backwards tilt, as well as rotation, apply 8.6° of adjustment when fully turned
- Control knobs for forwards and backwards tilt, as well as rotation, feature a folding crank handle for enhanced control and reduce needed space during storage or transport
- Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 or 3/16"-20 mount can be connected to one of three included quick release plates
- Integrated quick release cam lock enables a quick release plate's removal from and reattachment to the top of the head
- Quick release plates measure 13, 23, or 42mm tall and are designed to be selected based on the minimum height needed for the attached camera or accessory not to interfere with the ability to move the forwards and backwards tilt control knob while its crank handle is deployed
- Rubberized, easy-to-grip knob for left or right tilt applies movement directly to quick release plate
- Dedicated angle scale for forwards and backwards tilt movements is positioned for easy visibility, which helps promote fast and repeatable device positioning
- Built-in bubble level
- Durable, aluminum-alloy construction