Manfrotto Compact Action Tripod

quick releaseThe 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.

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 1.5kg/3.3lbs such as Compacts, Compact System and Bridges Cameras. Please consider that a lot of semi-professional and professional equipment exceeds these requirements.

If you own a compact device with the tripod thread in an off-centre position please be aware that there are some limitations on how close to the side of the camera the ¼” thread can be. The minimum distance of the ¼” thread from the lateral edge of your device must be 13mm to guarantee the declared performance.

If you own a Sony Nex 5R/5T you have certainly noticed that these particular models have a very small surface area around the mounting thread. For this reason, in each Compact Light box, you will find a special adaptor that will increase the surface area of these specific cameras in order to better grip the tripod and obtain maximum stability.

Colours
The Compact Action is available in three colours: black, white and red/anthracite. The black and red come with a black padded carrying bag whereas the white comes with a white one. To preserve and protect its finishing and original colour we recommend cleaning it with a standard white pencil eraser. Special products or water could damage the finishing.

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  1. 2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
    4.0 out of 5 stars
    In two minds…, 25 Jun. 2015
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    chocky (Devon, UK) –

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    Usual Manfrotto quality but its a little flimsier than I thought it would be. A tad overpriced in my opinion but not so much that i’d rather have my money back. The joystick head will take some getting used to with a lock-wheel type thing but again, no real complaints. One bonus is how compact it really is when closed up, so much smaller than my other tripods. Well worth a buy but not so much if you intend to put huge lenses on it. One worthy addition, you might want to buy a hotshoe spirit level as this doesn’t have one at all, you’d think it would for the price but alas, manfrotto went stingy again…

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  2. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    This tripod has been a great addition to my camera equipment, 22 May 2015
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    Lucy B

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    This tripod has been a great addition to my camera equipment. The quick release plate that attaches to your camera is quite small so you need to be careful not to lose it. That said, I have never experienced any problems. I always have the quick release plate attached to my camera and it never comes off. The tripod itself is of good quality. A sturdy build and it’s quite high which will come in handy if you are tall. head can be easily rotated for both portrait and landscape shots using the handle. The handle is easily secured into position. This tripod does not have a spirit level, however that didn’t bother me as I have bought a separate spirit level for my camera that attaches to the hot shoe. Comes with a case and isn’t heavy to carry. All in all i’d fully recommend this item to anyone.

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  3. 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
    4.0 out of 5 stars
    AMAZING!!, 4 Mar. 2015
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    Jack H.

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    Great tripod! But not so great in the HIGH wind if you want a smooth shot, for example I was shooting at the beach and I came home with 79/200 shots being shaky and more or less unusable but apart from the, ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! The quick release works a dream and the pivot arm is superb!

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