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Manfrotto Befree Advanced Lever 4-Section Aluminum Travel Tripod with Ball Head, Black

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  • Advanced Travel Tripod kit
  • QPL Travel lever secures maximum stability and easy setup
  • Center Ball Head with three independent ergonomic controls
  • Side pull selector ensures quick setup with both hands
  • Unique premium design, 100% Made in Italy

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Befree Advanced: the New Standard of Excellence for Travel Photography

Forget the way you used to travel before. Don't bother with rules or guidelines. The Befree Advanced is a stylish, renewed range of Manfrotto travel tripods made to match the high expectations of travel photographers looking for portable and high-performance support.

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Carbon Fiber Legs

The new generation of carbon fiber legs ensure maximum performance and extreme lightness.

Side-Pull Selectors

You're ready in seconds - no more losing touch with your creative momentum as you frame your shot.

494 Center Ball Head

Featuring impressive load capacity and easy adjustments with ergonomic & independent controls. Framing with zoom lenses is easier and faster.

M-Lock and QPL Lever Lock

The Befree Advanced range presents two different locking mechanisms: the M-Lock to drive fast and secure operations in the most portable way and the QPL Lever Lock, which with its on-off mechanism makes setup and adjustment easy and secure.

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Material Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Aluminum Carbon Fiber
Max Height 59.45 in 59.06 in 59.06 in 59.06 in 59.06 in
Min Height 15.75 in 15.75 in 15.75 in 15.75 in 16.14 in
Leg Lock Type Lever Locks Twist Locks Twist Locks Twist Locks Twist Locks
Head Type Center Ball Head Center Ball Head Center Ball Head Center Ball Head Center Ball Head
Weight 3.5 lb 3.28 lb 3.28 lb 3.28 lb 2.75 lb
Closed Length 15.75 in 15.75 in 15.75 in 15.75 in 16.14 in
Safety Payload 17.64 lb 17.64 lb 17.64 lb 17.64 lb 17.64 lb
Plate Type 200PL-PRO 200PL-PRO 200PL-PRO 200PL-PRO 200PL-PRO
Color Black Black Blue Red Black

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Customer Ratings
Sturdiness
3.9
3.8
4.6
4.2
3.9
Light weight
4.4
4.5
3.8
4.4
Stability
4.4
3.8
4.6
4.4
Versatility
4.1
4.4
3.9
4.1
For landscape photography
4.7
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Camera
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iPhone, Camera
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tripod head type
Ball Heads
Ball Heads
Ball Heads
Ball Heads
Ball Heads
Ball Heads
material
Aluminum
Carbon Fiber
Aluminum, Plastic
Aluminum
Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS), Rubber, Aluminum
Aluminum
minimum height
15.75 inches
20.47 inches
40 centimeters
32 centimeters
maximum height
59.45 inches
68 inches
135 millimeters
150 centimeters
132 centimeters
150 centimeters
weight
4.4 pounds
1.33 kilograms
400 grams
1900 grams

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    Product Description

    The manfrotto befree enhanced lever aluminium travel tripod and ball head kit is the ideal solution for advanced hobbyist photographers who want maximum performance and stability at all times - including when they are travelling It is ergonomic design makes operating the Manfrotto Befree advanced intuitive and fast enabling even the most demanding photographers to set their equipment up quickly and easily so their focus stays on catching the desired shot The befree advanced features a new pider developed to ensure ideal stability on all types of terrain including the most uneven always keeping the camera completely steady and ready to capture sharp images This model also provides a new locking mechanism called the qpl travel lever a brand system developed by Manfrotto that brings the full locking power of the professional qpl lever on professional Manfrotto tripods like the 190 and 055 collections to a more lightweight version that is ideal for travel The new on-off mechanism makes set-up and adjustment easy and secure providing full stability in all its configurations when the tripod is open The ergonomic leg-angle selector is designed to be used by both right and left-handed photographers enabling everyone to change shooting perspectives intuitively and to find the right tripod height without losing focus on the shot they want The Befree advanced can easily be set to three independent leg angle positions assuring full shooting versatility for all the creative ideas that can emerge outdoors The spider featured on this innovative model also provides an easy link just like Manfrotto’s professional 190 and 055 tripods allowing photographers to enhance their creativity by adding accessories that make their shot unique and unforgettable Photographers who love adding lights or reflectors can now take amazing outdoor shots that were previously only achievable with heavy accessorized tripods

    Customer reviews

    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    621 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, weight and versatility of the camera tripod. For example, they mention it's well built, stable and reliable. Some appreciate the performance, saying it works well with the ball head provided. That said, opinions are mixed on the tightness.

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    53 customers mention45 positive8 negative

    Customers like the weight of the camera tripod. They say it is lightweight enough to easily transport. The carrying bag makes it easy to haul around and has a great look to it. Customers also mention that the tripod is compact and travel friendly. They also say the carrying bag is perfect and really folds up small. Overall, customers find the tripod to be a perfect travel device for shooting video and the occasional still photograph.

    "...The carrying bag makes it easy to haul around and has a great look to it. I put a Pentax 6x7 with 135 mm lens on it and it held up nicely...." Read more

    "Great tripod to take with you travelling. It's light-weight, quick to set-up, and well made...." Read more

    "...It is a very solid platform, that is lightweight enough to easily transport to where it's needed...." Read more

    "...Great balance between strength, weight and sturdiness...." Read more

    52 customers mention46 positive6 negative

    Customers like the quality of the camera tripod. They mention that it is well built, sturdy, and stable. Some say that it's easy to use and reliable. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's quality and design.

    "...The included ball head is nice and sturdy and allows for quick readjustment...." Read more

    "...The legs and joints are so much more sturdy than my old aluminum tripod, yet about the same weight...." Read more

    "...I put a Pentax 6x7 with 135 mm lens on it and it held up nicely. It is one of their thinner smaller models so keep that in mind when shopping...." Read more

    "...It's light-weight, quick to set-up, and well made...." Read more

    17 customers mention17 positive0 negative

    Customers like the versatility of the camera tripod. They say it's a great travel tripod, and has a two-in-one feature.

    "...It easily converts to a monopod so it's very versatile. I have no problems at all with this and would recommend it to any photographer!" Read more

    "...Having the two in one feature is great but it is heavier then my other travel tripods. Carried it all over and light hiking...." Read more

    "...for multiple applications but I have to say this is the most versatile tripod I own. I highly recommend this tripod for anyone." Read more

    "Very sturdy, very handy. Quick and easy conversion from tripod to monopod. A tad heavy perhaps, but definitely stable...." Read more

    13 customers mention10 positive3 negative

    Customers like the performance of the camera tripod. For example, they say it works decently okay, works smoothly, and looks like it should last a very long time. The controls work well, and the lever locks simplify locking the legs. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and functionality of the product.

    "...Works very well with the ball head provided with this tripod." Read more

    "...The lever locks work well and simplifies locking the legs. My other tripod has twist locks and I have never been a fan of that design...." Read more

    "...While wobbly, it works decently okay. So I bought a more solid aluminum tripod from an unknown Chinese supplier on Amazon. It was solid, but heavy...." Read more

    "...in outdoor conditions with uneven ground, wind and cold, this simply won't work, and the price is too high for me give it's capabilities...." Read more

    12 customers mention12 positive0 negative

    Customers find the camera tripod easy to use. They say it's sturdy, easy to setup, and fold back into its compact. They also appreciate that it'll not cumbersome or have wobbly legs that move all over as they use it. Customers also mention that the lever locks are a breeze to use and the other knob adjustments are smooth. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

    "Great tripod to take with you travelling. It's light-weight, quick to set-up, and well made...." Read more

    "...my 150 to 600 Sigma Lens with a Canon body with out problem and is easy to set up, very light and fairly compact...." Read more

    "...Turns out, it was 110% worth it. This tripod is so easy to use, super sturdy, adjustments are as smooth as butter, and so well made...." Read more

    "...Its so light weight i dont mind carrying it, easy to set up and sturdy!. Ive used it a dozen times, few in the surf, saltwater did nothing to it...." Read more

    14 customers mention6 positive8 negative

    Customers are mixed about the tightness of the camera tripod. Some mention that the twist locks are tight, the lever locks are secure, and the ball head locks up tightly. However, others say that both the quick release and tension knobs locked up several times during light use in a beach environment. They also say the unlocking mechanism is hard to operate and they have zero confidence in the plastic tightener.

    "...I was a little annoyed by the beefy stiffness of the joints, but found this could be fine tuned by backing each of the three screws out about 1/2..." Read more

    "...Convenient twist leg latches that work from any angle instead of the 1-position tabs. Great balance between strength, weight and sturdiness...." Read more

    "...mount will at times seem stuck in the tripod and the unlocking mechanism hard to operate but this could just be because it's not worn in... I'm not..." Read more

    "...The legs deploy smoothly and provide a sturdy base, the spider connectors lock at 3 angles...." Read more

    11 customers mention3 positive8 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the camera tripod. They mention that it's not worth the price, it'll wobble easily, and has plastic parts. Some say that the quality is good but not outstanding. Overall, some are disappointed with the quality and value of this product.

    "...uneven ground, wind and cold, this simply won't work, and the price is too high for me give it's capabilities. Hope this helps!" Read more

    "...and overall kind of janky...." Read more

    "This tripod is worth the money. It's easy to setup and just as easy to fold back up into it's compact carry bag." Read more

    "Good quality but not outstanding. Light, compact, well made, just a bit pricey for what it is. I would look elsewhere for your money." Read more

    10 customers mention0 positive10 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the sturdiness of the camera tripod. They mention that the legs are too thin and not stable enough when extended. The tripod is also not sturdy and could wobble or shake with any weight. Customers also say that the tripod is jittery and clunky while moving.

    "...Since the legs are thinner, it gets pretty top heavy and wobbly with that much weight on it, but it handles my smaller lenses no problem..." Read more

    "...It works, but the joints wobble (bad design even when new) and it could never quite match the camera lense to my height (6'2"), so I found myself..." Read more

    "...it and then it can be pushed down or up, but it is sticky and clunky while moving, just feels cheap...." Read more

    "...It is light weight and due to that not as sturdy as is required for Iceland winds." Read more

    Expected better, too wobbly and plastic parts for the price
    3 Stars
    Expected better, too wobbly and plastic parts for the price
    Really wanted to love this tripod and I did a lot of research before buying it. Unfortunately it doesn't measure up and won't work for me. It is not an unusable product by any means, but for me and the way I use it and for the name brand and price, I just expected it to blow me away with the fit, form and function.**Pros:At firs glance this tripod felt decent and looks well-made. The leg clips are very nice and snap into place and allow adjustment if they get loose in the future, which I really like. The legs extend and retract well and the bag was decent quality and fit well. The ball head has a dual tilt adjustment which allows it to be moved while "snug" then tightened down from there, a nice feature to keep your camera from dropping like a free weight. It does fold down to near 16", which is very compact.**Cons:When I first extended the legs I noted that it was "spindly", meaning that with any weight it could wobble or shake. I included a picture of the bottom legs on the Manfrotto and next to it a budget tripod I own that was $59. The Manfrotto legs are simply too thin and not stable enough when extended. I thought I could overlook it and talked myself into simply hanging a sandbag onto it to help stabilize it. That's when I noticed the bag hook was not only off-center, it was plastic. I work in the cold sometimes and the plastic hook will undoubtedly snap when under stress from a sandbag and cold, once bumped. Also, the adapter plate is too fiddly. It should simply drop in and tighten down (or snap in), but this one needs a simultaneous tilt of a release tab and a rotation of a clamp while simultaneously trying to line the plate up blind, because it is under the camera, then release the tabs to lock it in place. I'm certain with practice this would get easier, but one shouldn't have to practice this. Lastly the extension tube lock is odd, takes a lot of turns to release it and then it can be pushed down or up, but it is sticky and clunky while moving, just feels cheap. Then it needs a lot of turns and once it "feels" tight, you need to keep tightening or it will slowly slip down.So overall I'm sure it will work for someone who needs portability over everything else and maybe uses it for a cell phone indoors. But for me using heavier varied equipment in outdoor conditions with uneven ground, wind and cold, this simply won't work, and the price is too high for me give it's capabilities. Hope this helps!
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    Reviewed in the United States on March 13, 2020
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2020
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    Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2021
    First impression Review.
    Not used to leave reviews but this is necessary for photographers looking for the first Tripod As I did. Struggling with brands, sizes, body material, and max load.

    First of all. Im 5'-6" so I find this tripod "fine" for my eyeview. Im not saying perfect because it is fully extended, and I know for sure it loses sturdiness (but not exaggerating, riggid enough)... If you are taller than me you will find yourself bending a little to see through the viewfinder but it gets complicated if you're shooting stars.
    As a reference, im carrying my D750+24-70mm and a flash trigger. The total weight was about 4.4 lb and the ballhead did not struggle at it, it holds it perfectly in place. Although the Ballhead knob feels cheap made of plastic, I must say This is Not a +300$ Tripod.

    Besides that. The body and style tell you got a well-made Tripod, sturdy and precise. I loved it.
    Can't wait to get the carbon someday soon.

    Pd: Came in a fancy case(for those who care)
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    fernando nunes
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ótima qualidade
    Reviewed in Brazil on March 8, 2024
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    ana
    5.0 out of 5 stars Buen producto, llegó bien.
    Reviewed in Mexico on September 8, 2023
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    Emil
    5.0 out of 5 stars Light and easy to use
    Reviewed in Canada on August 3, 2023
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    derek irwin
    5.0 out of 5 stars Compact, sturdy and easy to use
    Reviewed in Canada on December 11, 2022
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    Pablo F.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente tripié
    Reviewed in Mexico on May 30, 2022
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