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2019-07-18T14:52:59
This tripod rocks! Solidly constructed, easily positioned using the 3-way pan and tilt head. Just go ahead and buy it; you won’t be sorry!
JUDITH M.
2017-08-23T22:25:00
I've owned this tripod for 7 months and have used it outdoors on 3 occasions, including carrying it over a mile at a national park. This tripod is very sturdy, and the pan & tilt head get me to almost all imaginable angels. The only downside is it's quite a bit heavier than a ball head. If saving weight is your game, you can buy the newer version (lighter) also from Manfrotto and with ball head, i believe it saves over half a pound over this tripod.
EVAN L.
2016-12-11T12:35:38
Definitely worth the price. This is the second one we've bought, so that says something.
Diane H.
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Carbon Fiber
Rapid
27.36"
25½.46½.66½.88½
3 number
25.3 - 21.7 - 18.2mm
70.67"
61.22"
13.78"
11 lbs
4.34 lbs
496 Center Ball Head - Compact and Lightweight - Friction Control - +/- Lateral Tilt - 200PL Quick Release Plate
The Manfrotto 290 Xtra Carbon is the perfect combination of extra-rigidity and lightness: this is the first extra-sturdy carbon tripod dedicated to hobbyist photographers.
The 290 Xtra Carbon is a 3-section tripod, the biggest in the 290 range, with carbon composite leg tubes which increase the tripod's rigidity and stability, enabling it to easily support heavy equipment. The top casting is made of magnesium, as are the adjustable leg locking levers which can be tightened to counteract any effects of aging and wear. This tripod's key feature is in its choice of four leg angle positions which maximize shooting creativity. Its rapid center column adds flexibility and extends the min-max height range. The tripod comes with a dedicated shoulder bag ensuring comfortable portability at all times.
The 290 Xtra Carbon comes in a kit with a center ball head specifically designed for compactness and transportability. Its broad, spherical movement together with its quick release plate mechanism enable rapid, easy framing. The head carrying the 200 PL plate is fully made of aluminum and features friction control to help photographers make the finest adjustments to their compositions even with heavy equipment.