The Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Carbon Fiber Tripod is a 3-section support that replaces the 055CXPRO3 tripod. It has a load capacity of 44 lb and extends from 3.5" to 67". Its carbon fiber legs are secured by the Quick Power Locks. These updated flip locks increase the tripod's rigidity by 50% compared to its predecessor.

A redesigned center column has a "one finger" operation, and includes an Easy Link 3/8"-16 attachment for attaching accessories such as an LED light or a reflector via a compatible arm. The center column can be positioned horizontally, allowing for low-angle and macro photography. The upper disc where a tripod head is mounted has been redesigned as well, and now has a bull's eye bubble level that rotates 360° so you can locate it where you can see it. This allows you to level your camera on both the horizontal and vertical planes.

Load Capacity: 17.6 lb    Max Height: 73"    Min Height: 9.6"    Folded Length: 30.1"    Weight: 7.4 lb    Leg Sections: 3    Quick Power Leg Locks    90° Center Column    3-Way Pan/Tilt Head    QR Plate

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Colleagues, how to find that arm, which is in the photo tripod?

A: Hey, I think you are referring to the center arm. Which you can loosen, extend out the top and rotate 90 inside the red top plate and tighten back down. When you loosen and pull all the way up....at the bottom of the center arm there is a spring loaded ball catch you just need to press to get it to extend out far enough to rotate. I've found it to be a great feature in getting super low angles and straight down macro long exposures / time laps

Q: 2. what is the minimum height for the Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Carbon Fiber Tripod with MHXPRO-3W 3-Way Pan/Tilt Head kit ?

A: If working closer to the ground, the minimum working height of this tripod with the MHXPRO-3W is 8.6 .

Q: 3. is this tripod compatible with a Really Right stuff BH55 ball head?

A: Yes.

Q: 4. I am 5'9 - Will this Tripod be too high when attached with a reasonably tall head, battery grip and 7D camera? (adds 10 inches to the viewfinder.) I was thinking of getting the MT190CXPRO3 because its the same with a slightly smaller height. Thoughts?

A: If you're talking about all legs being fully extended, yes, it will be too tall for you with this configuration. Leaving the thinnest (bottom) legs fully retracted and raising the column up a little bit will give you plenty of freedom, unless you want to avoid doing that.I love this tripod, and would recommend it to people of any height, personally.

Q: 5. Does the head have levels in it?

A: Yes

Q: 6. Could I use MVH500A head with this tripod ?

A: No, you would need the MVH500AH

Q: 7. What's the difference between the xpro and 054 magnesium ball head?

A: If you are referring to the XPRO ball head vs the 054 head, then the 054 had an extra feature which allowed you to go beyond 90 degrees to 100 degrees when using the camera in portrait mode. Other than that, they are very similar in size and design. The newer XPRO removed that feature based on feedback from the user base.

Q: 8. Does it come with a carrying case

A: No it does not come with a carrying case

Q: 9. I may purchase this tripod for use with my spotting scope(birdwatching). I am mildly concerned that I could accidentally move center column to horizontal position while using the scope. Is this a legitimate concern ?

A: Yes the Manfrotto MT055CXPRO3 Carbon Fiber Tripod can be used for birding with a spotting scope. You cannot accidentally move it horizontally. You would need a head with this tripod. I would recommend a fluid head such as this: https://bhpho.to/2TYAm0x

Q: 10. Does this come with a Manfrotto carrying bag ?

A: It didn't, at least when I bought it.