Manfrotto tripod kit MK055XPRO3-BHQ2

The main feature of the 055XPRO3 is its 90° centre column mechanism, which lets you extend the column vertically as usual or horizontally, opening up a wide range of framing and shooting possibilities. This makes the 055XPRO3 an extremely versatile tripod, suitable for a wide range of photo and video applications. The horizontal column mechanism is housed in the top part of the tripod for compactness, but it can be pulled out easily and quickly whenever needed. Switching between vertical and horizontal column orientation requires no disassembly and can be done even with a camera attached.

 

The 055XPRO3's 4-section legs make it extremely compact: together with the height saving of the new horizontal column mechanism, the 4-section legs help reduce this tripod's folded length by 16 cm compared with previous 190 models, a great benefit for any travelling photographer. The legs can also be extended and adjusted quickly thanks to the Quick Power Lock levers, which lock and unlock each leg section. The special design of the QPL levers gives a more comfortable and stronger one-handed grip on the leg locks. From the folded position, each leg section can be released with a single movement. The QPL lever design also offers stronger locking of each section, which means the tripod is more stable and rigid than with traditional lever designs. Intuitive and ergonomic leg angle selectors let you set each leg independently and firmly at any of the preset angles, again providing considerable freedom of positioning.

 

A bubble level is built into the top of the centre column for precise framing. The bubble level rotates freely around the centre column, so it can be placed where it is easiest to see when adjusting the tripod, and it is not hidden by the mounted head and camera or in the way of the head's or camera's controls.

 

The top of the 055XPRO3 has an Easy Link connector for supporting a photo or video accessory (such as an LED light, flash, reflector or other equipment) on an extension arm or bracket, turning the tripod into a practical mobile studio.

Manfrotto MHXPRO-BHQ2 XPRO ball head
The new XPRO ball head is an ideal combination of innovative solutions and design. It has a new triple locking system that guarantees the stability of the camera position, a friction control that helps the user balance the weight of the camera equipment, and two levelling bubbles for precise composition framing. In addition, its new polymer rings have replaced the unpleasant, messy grease, providing smooth, precise and less jerky camera movement. The XPRO ball head is portable, lightweight and reliable thanks to its magnesium body, and it comes with a Manfrotto 200PL plate.