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The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head (Twist Locks, Red) includes a Manfrotto 494 Aluminum Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate and a Padded Tripod Bag and a Padded Tripod Bag
Sporting an 8 kg load capacity at a weight of only 1.5 kg, the Manfrotto red Befree Advanced Travel Tripod is a robust support option that can serve as a convenient travel companion for professional photographers and passionate hobbyists alike. It features a full aluminium-alloy construction and reaches a maximum height of 150 cm with its column extended, folding down to 40 cm in length for simplified transport in its included carrying case.
Each leg of the Befree Advanced is composed of four sections, which can be adjusted and secured in seconds thanks to the M-lock twist locks that operate with a simple 90° turn. A side-pull selector allows you to set up the tripod at three different angle configurations, enabling low angle shooting with the simple push of a button. Complementing the legs is an equally sturdy centre ball head, which offers a dedicated knob for panoramic movement as well as a friction control knob for precise control over the tension during use. The final element is a quick release plate, which offers dual compatibility for RC2 and Arca-type compatible systems, except for the Manfrotto 804-3W and MH804-3W tripod heads.
An Easy Link attachment is available at the top portion of the leg section and allows you to connect compatible accessories such as flashes or reflectors. This enables you to use the tripod as a support system and reduce the amount of gear you need to carry while travelling. Rubberized feet are used to avoid skidding and help keep the Befree Advanced stable in most types of terrain. Finally, an integrated hook found at the bottom can be used to add weight and increase the stability of your tripod when shooting in more difficult conditions.
This Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head features an integrated RC2 quick release cam lock and a 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate. Compatible quick release plates can be removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached. The cam lock also features a safety catch to prevent a compatible quick release plate from accidentally disconnecting.
The 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate has a load capacity of 8 kg and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. By loosening the head's primary locking knob, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swivelled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. A recessed dial set within that locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements. Along the opposite side of the ball head, a secondary locking knob controls the ability to rotate the head 360°.
Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the 200PL-PRO quick release plate, as well as 3/8"-16 threads via an included bushing adapter. The plate is also compatible with separately available tripod heads that feature an Arca-type clamp.
The Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with Ball Head (Twist Locks, Red) includes a Manfrotto 494 Aluminum Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate and a Padded Tripod Bag and a Padded Tripod Bag
Sporting an 8 kg load capacity at a weight of only 1.5 kg, the Manfrotto red Befree Advanced Travel Tripod is a robust support option that can serve as a convenient travel companion for professional photographers and passionate hobbyists alike. It features a full aluminium-alloy construction and reaches a maximum height of 150 cm with its column extended, folding down to 40 cm in length for simplified transport in its included carrying case.
Each leg of the Befree Advanced is composed of four sections, which can be adjusted and secured in seconds thanks to the M-lock twist locks that operate with a simple 90° turn. A side-pull selector allows you to set up the tripod at three different angle configurations, enabling low angle shooting with the simple push of a button. Complementing the legs is an equally sturdy centre ball head, which offers a dedicated knob for panoramic movement as well as a friction control knob for precise control over the tension during use. The final element is a quick release plate, which offers dual compatibility for RC2 and Arca-type compatible systems, except for the Manfrotto 804-3W and MH804-3W tripod heads.
An Easy Link attachment is available at the top portion of the leg section and allows you to connect compatible accessories such as flashes or reflectors. This enables you to use the tripod as a support system and reduce the amount of gear you need to carry while travelling. Rubberized feet are used to avoid skidding and help keep the Befree Advanced stable in most types of terrain. Finally, an integrated hook found at the bottom can be used to add weight and increase the stability of your tripod when shooting in more difficult conditions.
This Manfrotto 494 Center Ball Head features an integrated RC2 quick release cam lock and a 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate. Compatible quick release plates can be removed from the head by pulling the cam lock's spring-loaded lever, which also allows the plate to be instantly reattached. The cam lock also features a safety catch to prevent a compatible quick release plate from accidentally disconnecting.
The 494 Center Ball Head with 200PL-PRO Quick Release Plate has a load capacity of 8 kg and can be attached to tripods or other support systems that feature a 3/8"-16 mount. By loosening the head's primary locking knob, the ball-and-socket joint can be quickly swivelled, angled, fully tilted, or returned to its upright position. A recessed dial set within that locking knob can be rotated to apply tension control to the ball-and-socket joint's movements. Along the opposite side of the ball head, a secondary locking knob controls the ability to rotate the head 360°.
Cameras or accessories that are compatible with a 1/4"-20 mount can be connected to the 200PL-PRO quick release plate, as well as 3/8"-16 threads via an included bushing adapter. The plate is also compatible with separately available tripod heads that feature an Arca-type clamp.
Head Type | Ball Head |
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Base Mount | 3/8"-16 Female |
Camera Mounting Screw | 1/4"-20 Male |
Quick Release Plate Type | 200PL |
Friction Control | Yes |
Independent Pan Lock | Yes |
Lateral Tilt | -90° to +40° |
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Vertical Tilt | -90° to +40° |
Load Capacity | 17.6 lb / 9 kg |
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Maximum Working Height | 59.1" / 150 cm |
Max Height without Center Column | 52.4" / 133 cm |
Minimum Working Height | 15.8" / 40.1 cm |
Folded Length | 15.7" / 40 cm |
Materials | Aluminum Alloy |
Weight | 3.4 lb / 1.5 kg |
Leg Lock Type | Twist Lock |
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Leg Positions | 3 Positions |
Independent Leg Spread | Yes |
Leg Sections | 4 |
Feet Features | Rubber |
Center Column Features | Ballast Hook |
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Lateral / 90-Degree Center Column | No |
Head Type | Ball Head |
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Base Mount | 3/8"-16 Female |
Camera Mounting Screw | 1/4"-20 Male & 3/8"-16 with Bushing |
Quick Release Plate Type | Arca-Type, RC2 |
Load Capacity | 17.6 lb / 9 kg |
Number of Bubble Levels | None |
Friction Control | Yes |
Independent Pan Lock | Yes |
Material | Aluminum |
Lateral Tilt | -90° to +40° |
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Vertical Tilt | -40° to +40° |
Panning Range | 360° |
Ball Sphere Diameter | 1.26" / 32.0 mm |
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Dimensions | H: 3.9 x W: 1.6" / H: 10.0 x W: 4.0 cm |
Weight | 10.58 oz / 300 g |