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2018-01-15T07:16:51

Rated 5 out of 5

Does the job.

Apparently, I am the first to review this. This is what you would expect for a $150 tripod from a good company. It folds up nice. It is a little heavy as it is aluminum. The ball head is a simpler Manfrotto - only one knob. I tried it with a D4 and 70-200 2.8 and it will wobble- especially with the center column extended, but you can stabilize it with your hand. The head did not sag. So overall, it meets the needs of a "medium" travel tripod. It is not especially light or stable but does as expected. A few feature notes: It has rubber ends - not spikes. There is a center column hook to add weight. Clamps instead of twist knobs, Ball head can be replaced.

STEVEN R.

Manfrotto BeFree Color Tripod Specifications

  • Weight

    3.1 lbs (1.4kg)

  • Material

    Aluminum

  • Safety Payload

    8.82lbs (4.00kg)

  • Minimum Height

    13.39" (34.01cm)

  • Maximum Height

    56.69" (143.99cm)

  • Maximum Height (with Center Column Down)

    48.43" (123.01cm)

  • Closed Length

    15.75" (40.01cm)

  • Head Type

    Ball Head

  • Legs Tube Diameter

    0.47" (1.19cm) - 0.61" (1.55cm) - 0.75" (1.91cm) - 0.89" (2.26cm)

  • Leg Section

    4

  • Base Diameter

    1.57" (3.99cm)

  • Leg Angles

    25 deg., 51 deg.

  • Attachment

    1/4" screw

  • Base Type

    1.02" / 2.59cm

  • Ball Locking

    Yes

  • Center Column

    Rapid

  • Easy Link

    No

  • Friction Control

    No

  • Front Tilt

    -90 deg. (+40 deg.)

  • Independent Pan Lock

    No

  • Independent Tilt Lock

    No

  • Lateral Tilt

    -90 deg. (+40 deg.)

  • Leg Type

    Single

  • Leg Lock Type

    Flip Lock

  • Maximum Working Temperature

    140 deg. F (60 deg. C)

  • Minimum Working Temperature

    -22 deg. F (-30 deg. C)

  • Panoramic Rotation

    360

  • Plate Type

    Yes, 200LT-PL

  • Quick Release

    Yes

  • Upper Disc Diameter

    1.57" (3.99cm)

  • UPC Code

    719821413394

About Manfrotto BeFree Color Tripod

The BeFree Aluminum Light Blue Tripod with Ball Head is extremely portable, lightweight and easy to fold. It is therefore ideal for photographers who love to travel and shoot. Perfect for capturing great outdoor scenery and remote landscapes.

An ingenious folding mechanism enables the legs to fit perfectly around the head and the quick-release attachment to provide a compact easy-to-carry format. This clever folding mechanism also means you can set up your tripod with head in seconds, whether you're shooting a rare sunset or a busy street. What's more, it only measures 40cm in its closed position, so you can store your tripod easily in your hand luggage or backpack. Not surprisingly then, the BeFree is the tripod of choice for so many travel photographers.

With its compact and sturdy aluminum construction, this tripod with head gives you the best of convenience and quality. It is easily adjusted to perfectly realize your composition and then keeps your camera securely locked - so wobbles and blur become things of the past.

The BeFree carries a payload of up to 4kg, which means it is also suitable for heavier long-zoom lenses where a sturdy tripod is essential for crisp photos. Also, with the patented leg angle selectors, you can quickly choose between two inclinations to position your camera with extreme accuracy. Thanks to its durable, versatile and compact design, the BeFree Aluminum Light Blue Tripod is the perfect travel companion for any photographer on the go.

Manfrotto BeFree Color Tripod Features

  • Easy to carry thanks to lightweight aluminum construction
  • Stylish, sleek design to help you stand out from the crowd
  • Highly durable tripod with head thanks to aluminum construction
  • Quick folding system for simple operation
  • Easy to carry with purpose-designed padded shoulder bag

What's in the box:

  • Manfrotto BeFree Color 4-Section Aluminum Traveler Tripod with Ball Head
  • 200LT-PL Quick-Release Plate
  • Fitted Case
  • 10 Year Limited Warranty (6 Months + 9 Years & 6 Months Extension with Online Registration)