A compact support system designed for travelling and shooting on the go, the Befree Live Video Tripod Kit with Twist Leg Locks from Manfrotto is composed of sturdy aluminum tripod legs paired with a fluid video head and a quick release plate. With a load capacity of 8.8 lb, the head offers fluid movement that is aided by separate pan and tilt locking knobs for precise control over your composition. Included with it is a pan bar and a sliding quick release plate, both of which are removable to help enhance its portability.

The legs reach a maximum height of 59.1" with the column raised, and can be extended and secured in seconds thanks to the M-lock twist locks that engage with a simple 90° turn. The sliding leg angle selector is easy to reach and can be operated with a single finger, making adjustments significantly easier to perform. Found at the top is an Easy Link connector, which allows you to attach compatible accessories such as flashes or reflectors. The Befree Live can be folded down to 15.7" with the head removed, and attaches to any camera with either a 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 threaded screw mount.

Designed for Travel and Mobile Use    8.8 lb Capacity Fluid Drag Head    Separate Pan and Tilt Locking Knobs    59.1" Max Height with Column Raised    Sturdy M-Lock Twist Leg Locks    Intuitive Sliding Leg Angle Selector    501PL Sliding Quick Release Plate    Legs Fold Down to 15.7" in Length    Pan Bar Included with Head    Easy Link Attachment for Accessories

• Compact aluminum tripod kit designed for travelling; ideal for mobile uses such as vlogging
• Holds equipment as heavy as 8.8 lb
• Fluid head with spirit level and quick release plate
• Pan and tilt locking knobs allow for single axis movement
• Legs extend as high as 59.1", and fold down to 15.7" in length
• Twist leg locking system, enabled by simply turning each knob 90°
• Intuitive sliding leg angle selector operated with the push of a single finger
• Easy Link attachment at the top of leg section; connects to compatible accessories
• Pan bar included for fluid movement; can be removed

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. can it be used for video ?

A: Yes, Manfrotto Befree Live Carbon Fiber Video Tripod can be use for shooting video.

Q: 2. Are the flip leg locks in this tripod made of aluminum or plastic?

A: They are made of aluminum. The locking systiem is plastic like most of tripods.

Q: 3. Will the Blackmagic Pocket camera with a cage mount flush or will it need a different kind of quick release plate?

A: Yes it would.

Q: 4. can you remove the fluid head and still have the leveling plate thing?

A: Yes, you can remove the head, and the leveling base on the tripod's center column stays.

Q: 5. Do the carbon fiber legs fall out under their own weight or do you have to pull them out? Also, their only slightly lighter than aluminium, are they stronger? Are there any other advantages of of the CF legs?

A: I havent experienced the legs falling out on their own, but I do imaging they will over time and eleven wear sets in. Right now I unlock the legs by unscrewing counter clockwise and pulling gently on each level of the legs. I specifically bought this for travel, I strap it to my backpack. There is a weight difference between the aluminum but not much. The price difference is pretty big for the amount of weight you save. But for a traveler, every ounce counts. Thats why I purchased the cf model. The cf and aluminum are both strong, carbon fiber is stronger but brittle. Aluminum will bend and not shatter. This is a great trip of for beginners and intermediates.

Q: 6. Is there an L-bracket or something I can use to mount my D500 on this for vertical shooting? Thanks.

A: Yes there is. Manfrotto offers the Q5 L Bracket which has a 501PL style connection plate, BH #MAQ5LB. https://bhpho.to/31HGa3k

Q: 7. does it come with a bag? thanks!

A: Yes, it comes with bag 17 inches long; you can carry it on your shoulder, or put into medium size suitcase, even into backpack. That tripod is very useful. Thad

Q: 8. Can the tripod head tilt to shoot completely vertical?

A: Yes, this has a -90 degree angle.

Q: 9. Can this tripod work with a Panasonic GH5?

A: Yes, this tripod will work just fine with a Panasonic GH5.

Q: 10. Will this tripod work with the Manafrotto 500 pl long quick release plate? If not, what similar tripod would work?

A: No