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Manfrotto Compact Action Aluminum 5-Section Tripod Kit with Hybrid Head, Black (MKCOMPACTACN-BK)
Brand | Manfrotto |
Color | Black |
Compatible Devices | Camera, Mirrorless |
Material | Aluminum |
Item Weight | 42.36 Ounces |
Weight Limit | 4.4 Pounds |
Model Name | Manfrotto Compact Action Aluminum Tripod (Black) |
Maximum Height | 61.02 Inches |
Minimum Height | 44 Centimeters |
Number of leg sections | 5 |
About this item
- High-quality aluminium design
- Perfect for entry-level SLRs with standard lenses
- Switch from photo to movie mode almost instantly
- Quick-release plate supports a wide range of devices
- Includes a special adapter for higher-specification cameras
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From the manufacturer
Manfrotto Compact Light
Born to Be With You Always
Ultra lightweight, portable, and effortless to use, the Compact Light is an indispensable tripod for any circumstance. It's time to get the best out of your compact system cameras.
Manfrotto Compact Action
Made for Photos and Movies
Super intuitive, ergonomic, and versatile, with the Compact Action you can finally realize the potential of your entry-level DSLR. Your images and movies will never look the same again.
Manfrotto Compact Advanced
Great Stability and Precision
Rock solid, precise, and portable, the Compact Advanced with 3-Way Head will support your standard zoom lens and entry-level DSLR so you can take your photography to new heights.
Manfrotto Compact Smart
Universal Smartphone Clamp
The Universal Smartphone Clamp is featured with the Compact Smart, and it is designed to attach your smartphone to a tripod thanks to the two 1/4'' female threads located at the base and on the back of the clamp.
Compact Light
Compact Action
Compact Advanced
Compact Smart
Compact Range Features
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Protective BagPadded bag for safe and comfortable transportation. |
Compactness and IntuitivenessFlexible, lightweight, and optimized for CSC and DSLR cameras. |
Stability Across the RangeLeg structure you can rely on for sharp and detailed images every time. |
Compact Light | Compact Action | Compact Advanced with 3-Way Head | Compact Light Smart | Compact Action Smart | Manfrotto Compact Advanced Smart | |
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Weight | 0.921kg | 1.201kg | 1.420kg | 0.941kg | 1.221kg | 1.440kg |
Material | Aluminium, Technopolymer | Aluminium, Technopolymer | Aluminium, Technopolymer | Aluminium, Technopolymer | Aluminium, Technopolymer | Aluminium, Technopolymer |
Safety Payload | 1.5kg | 1.5kg | 3kg | 1.5kg | 1.5kg | 3kg |
Minimum Height | 39cm | 44cm | 44.5cm | 39cm | 44cm | 44.5cm |
Maximum Height | 131cm | 155cm | 165cm | 131cm | 155cm | 165cm |
Maximum Height (with Centre Column Down) | 103cm | 133cm | 140.3cm | 103cm | 133cm | 140.3cm |
Closed Length | 39.8cm | 45.3cm | 44cm | 39.8cm | 45.3cm | 44cm |
Head Type | Ball Head | Joystick | 3 Way | Ball Head | Joystick | 3 Way |
Plate Type | fixed - with 1/4-20″ | ROUND-PL | 200LT-PL | fixed - with 1/4-20″ | ROUND-PL | 200LT-PL |
Color | Black/Red | Black/Red | Black | Black | Black/Blue | Black |
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Stability | 4.0 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 3.2 | 4.1 |
Sturdiness | 3.9 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.2 |
Light weight | 4.5 | 4.6 | — | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.2 |
Versatility | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.4 | — | 3.6 | — |
Durability | 4.4 | — | 4.4 | — | — | 4.3 |
Sold By | — | K&F Concept | Amazon.com | Ruth's Reusable Resources | Adorama | Amazon.com |
compatible devices | Camera, Mirrorless | Smartphone, Camera | iPhone, Camera | Camera | Camera | Camera, CSC |
tripod head type | — | Ball Heads | Ball Heads | Other | Ball Heads | Ball Heads |
material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum, Plastic | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
minimum height | 44 centimeters | 52 centimeters | — | 44 centimeters | 6.2 inches | 36 centimeters |
maximum height | 61.02 inches | 163 centimeters | 135 millimeters | 155 centimeters | 62.9 inches | 56.3 inches |
weight | 42.36 ounces | 1.15 kilograms | — | 1.2 kilograms | — | 2.5 pounds |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 20 x 4.3 x 4.3 inches |
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Item Weight | 2.65 pounds |
ASIN | B00L6F16L0 |
Item model number | MKCOMPACTACN-BK |
Customer Reviews |
4.6 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #797 in Complete Tripod Units |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | June 21, 2014 |
Manufacturer | Manfrotto |
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Product Description
The Compact Action is the best choice for owners of entry level DSLRs with standard kit lenses who like to shoot a lot of photos and movies. The ergonomic joystick head with scroll-wheel locking mechanism is very intuitive and easy-to-use. Its comfortable grip allows you to capture smooth movies and great images with little effort. The innovative circular quick release plate is perfect for effortless camera attachment by hand without any need for coins or screwdrivers. Thanks to its shape, camera orientation will never be an issue again. Simply close the lever just above the joystick handle. In addition, the Regulating Dial, together with the round quick release plate allows you to perfectly adjust every camera to the tripod thereby enhancing its stability. Last but not least, the photo-movie selector allows maximum freedom in any circumstance. Switching to the desired mode only takes a second and ensures you always obtain great photos and smooth movies. For more information please refer to the product instruction manual.
Compatibility The Compact Action is designed to work perfectly with entry level DSLRs with standard kit lenses but is compatible also with any device up to 2kg/4.4lbs such as DSLR, Mirrorless, Compact System and Bridges Cameras.
SPECIFICATIONS
center column rapid closed length 17.83 in
column tube diameter 22mm
front tilt -30 Degree / +90 Degree
head tilt lateral tilt -90 Degree / +90 Degree
head tilt leg angles 21 Degree
leg sections 5 number
material aluminum legs and techno polymer
maximum height 61.02 in
maximum height (with center column down) 52.36 in
minimum height 17.32 in
panoramic rotation 360 Degree degrees
plate type quick release - with 1/4-20'' screw
quick release YES
safety payload 4.4 lbs.
weight 2.56 lbs. Base Type- 1.4 inches.
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Customers like the portability, performance, appearance and value of the camera tripod. They mention that it's not even that heavy to carry around, works well for its intended purpose, and is perfect for lighter cameras and indoor use. That said, some complain about the stability.
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Customers like the quality of the camera tripod. They mention that the pegs of the tripod are well made, the locks are solid pieces of work, and it's mostly stable. The materials are high quality, and the build quality is epic. It'll support 80lbs without flinching, and you get what you pay for. The Italian made equipment is fantastic, and provides a rock solid mount of MCPIXI clamp to the Compact. It doesn't wobble, and everything adjusts the ways you want it to, and It makes for an excellent tripod for field hikes and other excursions where carrying a camera is necessary.
"...Is it rock solid? Nearly. Is it a perfect travel tripod? Nearly...." Read more
"...ProLIGHT...I mean like 2 pounds.Well built...the thick walled aluminum tubing is almost twice the OD of the cheaper tripods I used to..." Read more
"Super light and sturdy tripod! Really small footprint, comes in a nice little bag, and extends very high. Perfect for eye level on most people...." Read more
"...The only con is that it's light so it's not 100% stable, but as long as you back away and set the timer there should be no issues...." Read more
Customers like the portability of the camera tripod. They say it's not even that heavy to carry around, it' s small enough to pack into a carry-on bag for air travel, and it' perfect for lighter cameras and indoor use. They also mention that it' is rugged and portable, and is perfect for traveling with a Pelican case or backpack.
"...Is it rock solid? Nearly. Is it a perfect travel tripod? Nearly...." Read more
"...Oh...and it comes with a nice padded bag and an adapter for cameras with an uneven bottom (??)." Read more
"Super light and sturdy tripod! Really small footprint, comes in a nice little bag, and extends very high. Perfect for eye level on most people...." Read more
"...head if you want smooth pan and tilt, but if you are looking for a compact and lightweight tripod that is durable, pick up this Manfrotto tripod...." Read more
Customers like the value of the camera tripod. They mention it's versatile, worth its price, and a great entry-level tripod. Some say that it'd be a good starter tripod.
"...remove the head and have to buy new mounts was put to ease at the affordable cost and fantastic functionality of the entire unit...." Read more
"...It really is versatile and worth its price, as long as you handle it correctly." Read more
"...The quality is well worth the $65 I paid for it considering a lot of crappy cheap ones are in the $30-$40 range...." Read more
"...and it is CHEAP, we all generally expect to pay $200+ for even a modest tripod from Manfrotto...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the camera tripod. They say, for example, it works well for its intended purpose, the functions of the tripod work smoothly, and it works just fine as a tripod. Some reviewers also mention that it works with compact mirrorless cameras, and has a pistol head grip that works like a joystick. Overall, customers are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.
"...to buy new mounts was put to ease at the affordable cost and fantastic functionality of the entire unit.Is it rock solid? Nearly...." Read more
"...It has a pistol head grip that works like a joystick, and it includes built-in adjustments for both vertical and horizontal movement and locking,..." Read more
"...People with small cameras will notice this camera works great for that purpose but does have some shaking in it especially with wind...." Read more
"...Not dense enough. But it works pretty good. When everything is tightened down it's pretty solid. No wiggle...." Read more
Customers find the camera tripod easy to use. They mention it's amazingly simple to use, yet sturdy. It's light and quick to set up, with excellent stability and no assembly required. It is great for beginners or people with small cameras, and it unfolds quickly. The quick connect is very handy and the rotating head is easy and fast to turn and fix.
"...I've noticed I finish at a quicker pace because it's so easy to utilize and position the camera at the right angle...." Read more
"...Good tripod overall, i love how small it is and is great for beginners or people with small cameras like me (GoPros work great)" Read more
"...The flip latch for the legs make it fast to set up and adjust compared to the twist to tighten systems- It has a ball head-..." Read more
"Compact, easy to use & portable" Read more
Customers like the appearance of the camera tripod. They say it has a nice design, the red accents are cute, and the legs are good. The shelf design is reasonable, and it works perfectly. Some appreciate the handle design. Overall, customers find the product to be professional and well-made.
"...It locks in easily, it's sleek, and stylish. Everyone in my class has tried it out and they love it! Two of my classmates have already ordered it...." Read more
"...I think this tripod will last me a long time. Being stylish means it sacrifices a tiny bit of functionality which may turn some people away from it...." Read more
"...The design of the legs are good with the clasp locking legs, the materials used for this particular model are a little on the flimsy side but are..." Read more
"Great build quality, excellent bag, looks great, as expected from Manfrotto...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the camera tripod. Some mention that the height is right, the quick latch legs make it easy, and it extends to be pretty tall in a short amount of time. The points on the leg, however, helps with better height customization. The maximum length is enough for them, but it has some problems. Some say that it's small and easy to lose, while others say that the holds a camera to the tripod does not fit well. It is not a full size tripod, but is big enough to work. It's a minimalist tripod, and is bigger and heavier than expected.
"...Height....kind of short. You WILL have to bend over if you are over 5'5" or so...." Read more
"...The height is excellent as well, i'm 5'1 and I feel I can set it higher than myself...." Read more
"...The legs are very skinny, the feet are very small which resulted in shaking when it was being used outdoors ( wind will cause shake)..." Read more
"...Not only the the legs adjust for height, but also the center piece you mount your camera or scope...." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the stability of the tripod. They mention that it's hard to get a stable attachment to either their DSLR or their iPhone, it' s wobbly, and shakes with any movement around it. The head of the camera tripod is not held properly straight by the button mechanism, and it' is easily susceptible to wind shake due to the thin legs. This tripod does not sit well on rough surfaces, and the movement when recording video is straight up bad.
"...It does not sit well on rough surfaces. The ball head works great and will definitely hold a compact camera at any altered position...." Read more
"...It'll require several takes to get it just right. The movement is not accelerate and decelerate smoothly with one hand, sometimes even with two..." Read more
"...That being said, the handles moves really smoothly and I suspect there will be no bounce when trying to follow a subject...." Read more
"...Pretty wobbly. Maybe ok with a timer or remote, stationary video. Otherwise better off keeping the last one or two sections in...." Read more
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I have several Manfrotto 055 tripods and ball heads, as well as monopods. All work great for the purposes I bought them for, though none would have done great for all conditions like I wanted on my vacation.
I have always "secretly" enjoyed pistol grip heads, so when I saw this tripod I was immediately intrigued.
My initial frustration of not being able to remove the head and have to buy new mounts was put to ease at the affordable cost and fantastic functionality of the entire unit.
Is it rock solid? Nearly. Is it a perfect travel tripod? Nearly.
I used it for time-lapse, landscape and night photography in downtown Seattle and it lived up to the awesome Manfrotto name in every instance.
Would I use it as a daily driver for professional photography? No. But it is perfect for everything else.
Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2022
I have several Manfrotto 055 tripods and ball heads, as well as monopods. All work great for the purposes I bought them for, though none would have done great for all conditions like I wanted on my vacation.
I have always "secretly" enjoyed pistol grip heads, so when I saw this tripod I was immediately intrigued.
My initial frustration of not being able to remove the head and have to buy new mounts was put to ease at the affordable cost and fantastic functionality of the entire unit.
Is it rock solid? Nearly. Is it a perfect travel tripod? Nearly.
I used it for time-lapse, landscape and night photography in downtown Seattle and it lived up to the awesome Manfrotto name in every instance.
Would I use it as a daily driver for professional photography? No. But it is perfect for everything else.
Pfffft.....should have known better. This thing is exactly what I wanted and it is exactly as described by Manfrotto.
Pro
LIGHT...I mean like 2 pounds.
Well built...the thick walled aluminum tubing is almost twice the OD of the cheaper tripods I used to use for hiking.
Simple....open the legs, plop it down, and shoot. Nothing else...no special features.
Con
Simple...if you want more than just a light tripod this had no other features.
Height....kind of short. You WILL have to bend over if you are over 5'5" or so.
I'm going to put the attached ball head as a good/bad kind of feature. I absolutely love it's simplicity. One knob and one screw. Slap on your camera and lock it down. I would NOT say this is a 'fluid head' kind of ball head. You can slightly loosen the tightening knob and move the head but smooth, level panning will depend on your on skill.
Ok...let's address the biggest complaint about this tripod. How big a camera will it support? I have a Oly M5 II with the 14-150 Mk II lens....which probably weighs less than the battery grip on my old 5D and it is fine. If you put the 5D with a 50mm on it...again no problem. However the 5D and a midsize "L" lens is really pushing the limit. It's a backpack/hiking/lightweight tripod. I can't see trying to find the lightest one Manfrotto makes (this one) and then dropping an 8 pound full size dSLR that you've lugged around on it.....that's...nutty?
If you want a very light and somewhat light duty tripod this is excellent. The quality is well worth the $65 I paid for it considering a lot of crappy cheap ones are in the $30-$40 range.
Oh...and it comes with a nice padded bag and an adapter for cameras with an uneven bottom (??).
The ballhead is hit or miss tho, you have to be really deliberate with the locking wheel to create just enough resistance to get a smooth pan or tilt. Ive found if you tighten the wheel some before you pan, it helps create a better pan.
The quick release plate sucks, it jingles around in there UNTIL you connect it to something that has a large enough surface area to hold it to the head of the tripod. Kinda hard to explain but essentially you need to screw the QR button to something that has a large diameter than the screw and the hole it goes into. This will sit it securely on the top of the head of the tripod without any wiggle after you tighten it down.
You can buy knockoff Quick Release Buttons for this tripod for like 7 bucks on Ebay which is better than paying 20 for a button with a screw thread on it from Manfrotto. Thats what ill be doing as i can see myself losing the one that came with the tripod or needing more than 1.
Good tripod overall, i love how small it is and is great for beginners or people with small cameras like me (GoPros work great)
Top reviews from other countries
Este manfrotto no es diferente, es un tripié con una altura muy aceptable y suficiente, ya que mido 1.80 y solo me queda un poquito debajo de mi boca la altura máxima de este tripie, los baratos me llegaban hasta la mitad del cuerpo o menos de la mitad.
La calidad es excelente, se siente fuerte, resistente, a comparación del plástico barato de los otros tripies.
Si quieres comprar tu primer tripie profesional o de entrada, esta es tu opción.
Precio: Los precios en amazon son variados, yo pude comprar este tripie a 1700$ mxn pero los he llegado ver en 2500 o incluso 3000. Ya en ese rango de precios de 2500 a 3000 yo no les recomendaría porque se me hace muy caro, creo que vale la pena incluso a los 2000 pesos. Comparen sus precios o esperen a que estén más baratos, no se arrepentiran.
Reviewed in Brazil on March 8, 2021