Manfrotto 055 Aluminium 3 Section Tripod with XPRO Ball Head MK055XPRO3-BHQ2

The 055 Alu 3 Section Tripod is one of the latest tripod series that best corresponds to a photographer's need. It is able to withstand a payload of 8 kg constructed in an aluminum material, the robust centre column mechanism can be set to 4 different angles (25°, 46°, 66°, and 88°) that you would prefer. The Quick Power Lock levers block and unblock each leg section for sturdier stance that either photography or video accessory can be supported. The tripod has 9 cm folded length that can reach up to 181 cm maximum height and be folded to 72 cm, just enough length to focus on targeted images whatever terrain there is. This 3 leg section tripod only weighs 3 kg. The X-PRO 3-Way Head has retractable levers which make it ultra-compact, and also features new friction controls on the portrait and tilt axes. It includes PRO Ball Head + 200PL Plate which allows the camera to be positioned freely and quickly, and then blocked solidly in place using the convenient single locking knob, ready to shoot in an instant. It replaces Manfrotto MK055XPRO3-BH1.

Product Features in Detail

3-Section Aluminium Tripod
This 055 kit comprises a 055XPRO3 3-section aluminium tripod and a portable, versatile ball head. Both tripod and head have advanced features and excellent build quality. 

 90° Centre Column Mechanism
The key feature of this kit is the tripod's 90° centre column mechanism, which allows the column to be extended vertically as normal or horizontally. This makes it an extremely versatile tripod, suitable for a wide range of photography applications. The horizontal column mechanism is housed within the tripod's top casting for compactness, but it is easily and quickly extended whenever you need it. Switching between vertical and horizontal column orientation requires no disassembly, and can even be done with a camera attached. 

Quick Power Lock levers
The legs of the tripod are also fast to extend and adjust, thanks to the Quick Power Lock levers that block and unblock each leg section. The special design of the QPL levers allow a stronger and more comfortable single-handed leg lock grip. The sections of each leg on the tripod can be released from their folded position in a single movement. The QPL lever design also offers more powerful locking of each section, making this tripod more stable and rigid than traditional lever design models. Intuitive, ergonomic leg angle selectors allow each leg to be independently and solidly set to any of the preset angles, afford considerably greater positioning freedom. 

Bubble Level
A bubble level is built in to the top of the centre column for precise framing. The bubble level rotates freely around the centre column, so it can be positioned wherever it's easiest for you to see while you adjust the tripod and without it either being obscured by the mounted head and camera. 

Quick Power Lock levers
The tripod’s top casting has an Easy Link connector to support a photo or video accessory (such as an LED light, flash, reflector, or other piece of equipment) on an extending arm or bracket, and transforming it into a practical mobile studio. 

XPRO Ball Head
The new XPRO Ball Head is the perfect union between innovative solutions and design. It has a new triple locking system which guarantees camera position stability, friction control helping the user balance the weight of camera equipment and two levelling bubbles to precisely frame composition. Moreover, its new polymer rings have substituted that unpleasant, messy grease, ensuring smooth, accurate and less jerky camera movement. XPRO Ball Head is portable, lightweight and reliable thanks to its magnesium body and comes with the Manfrotto 200 pl plate. 

Made in Italy by Manfrotto
The 055XPRO3 and the MHXPRO-BHQ2 head are made in Italy by Manfrotto