Great tripod for the price. I find it to be very sturdy and compact. It's compact enough that it's not a hassle to carry with me to various events. Don't be fooled, this is not a $700 tripod made out of carbon Fiber but for the price this is a sturdy tripod that is not super heavy. So far after 3 months the Tripod has worked perfectly. If I have any complaints it's that the center post does not have a hook for supporting extra weight and there is a plastic cap for the center bolt and the cap keeps popping up when I lift the Tripod out of it's bag, so I have to keep pushing it back into place 1 out of 3 times when I take this tripod out of its included carry bag..
The reality is that you do get a very sturdy aluminum tripod with a bubble level and nice easy locking legs for a very low price. Personally after hours and hours of research I could find nothing better in this price range or even for 50% more, so I am very happy with the purchase. It holds my Nikon D500 DSLR with 16-80mm zoom lens perfectly and without any vibration even on 20 second exposure Astrophotography shots.
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Empower filmmakers and photographers to COMPOSE THEIR VISION into stunning visual content, providing an ecosystem of high performance and innovative products.
Based in Northern Italy, Manfrotto designs, manufactures an extensive range of camera tripods and heads, lighting stands, photograpchi bags and accessories.
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290 XTRA Series
This model links the past to the future: the classic, rock-sturdy 290 tripod in a fresh new style with cutting edge technical functions. Now featuring a choice of 4 leg angle positions, this model has gained even greater flexibility with its solid construction, both in the aluminium and composite carbon fiber versions.
All the SKUs in the 290 Xtra family come with a convenient carrying bag to maximize trans-portability. Moreover, it features a new rubber legwarmer to increase the grip and an updated metal disc with the Manfrotto logo which renovates the design of this classic support.
Models avaialable:
MT290XTA3US - Aluminum Tripod
MK290XTA3-BHUS - Aluminum Tripod Kit with Ball Head
MK290XTA3-3WUS - Aluminum Tripod Kit with 3 Way Head
MK290XTA3-2WUS - Aluminum Tripod Kit with 2 Way Head
MT290XTC3US - Carbon Fiber Tripod
MK290XTC3-BHUS - Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with Ball Head
MK290XTC3-3WUS - Carbon Fiber Tripod Kit with 3 Way Head
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Leg Angle SelectorsAllows the tripod legs to be positioned in 4 different angles. |
Quick Flip Leg LocksAllows for quick and easy set up and break down. |
Carrying BagManfrotto branded tripod carrying bag. |
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| Material | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
| Sections | 3 Sections | 3 Sections |
| Maximum Height | 63.2 inches | 65.2 inches |
| Maximum Height (without the center column) | 53.9 inches | 56 inches |
| Minimum Height | 12 inches | 12 inches |
| Folded Length | 23.4 inches | 24.5 inches |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 3.9 lbs | 3.4 lbs |
| Model Weight | 11 lbs | 11 lbs |
| Bag Included | ✓ | ✓ |
| Country of Orgin | Made in Italy | Made in Italy |
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| Price | $173.37 | $269.00 | $269.00 | $173.37 | — |
| Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
| Sections | 3 Sections | 3 Sections | 3 Sections | 3 Sections | 3 Sections |
| Maximum Height | 66.9 inches | 67.5 inches | 66.7 inches | 70.7 inches | 70.7 inches |
| Maximum Height (without Center Column) | 57.5 inches | 58 inches | 57.5 inches | 61.2 inches | 61.2 inches |
| Minimum Height | 15.7 inches | 16.5 inches | 15.9 inches | 13.8 inches | 13.8 inches |
| Folded Length | 27.8 inches | 27.8 inches | 27.4 inches | 27.4 inches | 29.1 inches |
| Maximum Load Capacity | 4.9 lbs | 5.6 lbs | 5.6 lbs | 4.3 lbs | 5.1 lbs |
| Bag Included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Model Weight | 11 lbs | 8.8 lbs | 11 lbs | 11 lbs | 8.8 lbs |
| Head Type | 496RC2 Ball Head with Q2 Quick Release System | MH804-3WUS 3 Way Head with retractable levers and Q2 Quick Release | 128RC2 Fluid 2 Way Head with Q2 Quick Release System | 496RC2 Ball Head with Q2 Quick Release System | MH804-3WUS 3 Way Head with retractable levers and Q2 Quick Release System |
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This Item  Manfrotto 290 Xtra 3-Section Aluminum Tripod with 496 Ball Head |  |  |  | |
| Price | -31% $173.37 List: $249.99 | $169.99 | -21% $139.00 List: $174.99 | $179.99 |
| Delivery | — | — | — | Get it as soon as Thursday, Jul 25 |
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| Sold By | Amazon.com | SUPER CREATION SHOP | Amazon.com | SUPER CREATION SHOP |
| compatible devices | Camera | Camera | Camera, Smartphone | Camera |
| tripod head type | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Ball Heads |
| material | Aluminum Magnesium | Carbon Fiber | Rubber, Aluminum | Carbon Fiber |
| minimum height | 15.75 inches | 20.47 inches | 43 centimeters | 58 centimeters |
| maximum height | 66.9 inches | 68 inches | 160 centimeters | 172 centimeters |
| folded size | 27.8 | 42cm/16.5 inch | — | 50cm/19.6 inch |
| weight | 4.9 pounds | 1.33 kilograms | — | 1.76 kilograms |
| leg sections | 3 | 5 | — | 4 |
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Better than expected.
Exactly what I was looking for. Perfect for my small studio. My Olympus OM-D and its lenses are easy to tilt, pan and level with the smooth adjustments. The quick disconnect is secure and easy to swap cameras. Price is great to. Manfrotto Quality!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2017
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Marvin Beatty
Fast set up and sturdy
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2022Size: AluminumStyle: 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way HeadPattern Name: TripodVerified Purchase
Marvin Beatty
Reviewed in Canada on May 15, 2022
1. While it can point directly down, it cannot point directly up. While maybe I'm missing something simple, I think you'd have to turn the quick release plate around to do that. (see photo for how far it does go)
2. The highest levelling handle doesn't have much range with tension. It's stiff and takes a good crank to get it to be totally tight.
Thoughts:
- I love how fast this tripod sets up; the leg locks are excellent.
- It's a nice upgrade from shorter travel tripods. I'm just over 5'10" and when it's fully extended, the camera sits just above my head. Handy for situations like heavy brush in forests, etc.
- The rubber grip on one leg is solid and a nice upgrade from cheap foam ones.
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Luna
Perfecto para usar con un cabezal de cardán
Reviewed in Mexico on April 19, 2022Size: AluminumStyle: 3-Section TripodPattern Name: TripodVerified Purchase
Russell
Sturdy tripod with excellent height and easy ball head
Reviewed in Australia on January 9, 2023Size: AluminumStyle: 3-Section Tripod Kit with Ball HeadPattern Name: TripodVerified Purchase
Olga
This is the best tripod I ever owned
Reviewed in Canada on August 20, 2019Size: AluminumStyle: 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way HeadPattern Name: TripodVerified Purchase
Kevin Ortiz
Muy resistente, es muy cómodo trabajar con este tripie
Reviewed in Mexico on September 1, 2019Size: AluminumStyle: 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way HeadPattern Name: TripodVerified Purchase
Kevin Ortiz
Reviewed in Mexico on September 1, 2019
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