The Element MII Aluminum Tripod in black by Manfrotto is a four-section support, weighing 3.5 lb, equipped with a twist leg-lock system. Rotating the twist leg locks allows for leg extension along the rapid center column, reaching the tripod's maximum height of 63". Alternatively, the tripod can be positioned close to the ground by spreading the legs out in its two-leg position. When it comes to transport or storage, the legs fold in reverse to a compact 16.7", easily fitting into the included carrying bag.
Included with the tripod is an Arca-type compatible ball head featuring a primary locking knob for ball movement control and an independent knob for locking the 360° head rotation. The ball head comes with the 200LT-PL-PRO technopolymer quick release plate, a lighter version of the standard 200PL-PRO. This plate is compatible with Arca-Swiss and Manfrotto RC2 quick release systems. With a load capacity of 17.6 lb, the head effortlessly supports mirrorless or large DSLR cameras.
Manfrotto Element MII Aluminium Black
Key Features
arrow_circle_right17.6 lb Load Capacityarrow_circle_right63" Maximum Height
arrow_circle_right16.7" Folded Length
arrow_circle_right4 Leg Sections
arrow_circle_rightWeighs 3.5 lb
arrow_circle_rightTwo-Leg Angle Positioning
arrow_circle_rightRapid Center Column
arrow_circle_rightTwist Leg-Lock System
arrow_circle_rightArca-Type Compatible Ball Head
arrow_circle_rightArca-Swiss & Manfrotto RC2 QR Plate
Brand:
Manfrotto
Model: Element MII Aluminium Black
Category: Tripods
Price Range: Budget
Skill Level: Any
Release Date: September 2020
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