Manfrotto: an Italian brand born out of frustration with the lack of portable, lightweight photographic and lighting supports in the ‘60s. Back then, photo reporter Lino Manfrotto, who also engaged in industrial and advertising photography, was annoyed that there were no basic accessories like stands, booms and clamps to facilitate his work; the studio equipment were heavy and cumbersome. The helpless situation spurred him to create his first lamp stand. Today, Manfrotto is the world leader of imaging support systems for cameras, videos and lighting, saving us all from the same frustration that Lino Manfrotto had faced.
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Manfrotto Photo Supports |
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Depending on your usage and the type of equipment you are working on, Manfrotto has a wide range of tripods, monopods and accessories to choose from to suit your outdoor and studio photography needs. Precisely because Manfrotto is so dedicated to matching your specific needs, every tripod is a combination of different features in terms of maximum payload, materials used (which affects the tripod’s weight), maximum height, compactness, etc. To help you navigate your way through these proven-professional tripods, these are some of the latest series within the photo supports system: |
057 Tripod Series |
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MT057C3 |
The new 057 are the best Manfrotto pro tripods, designed to offer the best performance of stability and precision to the keen amateur and pro user. Developed with the most modern technologies, it features the best materials and technical solutions available in the Manfrotto collection. The 057 comes in 4 different models with various confi gurations of height and column, rapid or geared. Ideal for outdoor, studio and architectural applications, it is extremely versatile, ultra stable and incorporates many different settings. The 057 features the new ground level system and a smart friction control for the column. The 057 series is the number one choice of Carbon Fiber tripods: with scrupulous care to detail, Manfrotto dedicates this range to the professional photographer.
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» Download the 057 Series Leaflet
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290 Tripod Series |
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MT293A3 |
The 290 is the newborn series in the Manfrotto range. Developed from the experience of the 190, the 290 is the ideal tool to develop your skill and passion for photography and video. Some key features like the professional aluminium and adjustable leg locks for unsurpassed stability, and anti-rotation columns akin to pro tripods for great accuracy, are unique for this support category. Thanks to highly durable materials, sturdy construction, advanced settings and removable head for future upgrades, the 290 is excellent value and an investment to serve you for years to come. It comes in various popular sizes and kits, and especially in the short four-section version - it is also the ideal tool for travelling.
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390 Tripod Series |
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MK394-PD |
The 390 is the ideal tool to get started in photography and to support the first level of advanced equipment - like interchangeable lens cameras and long zoom camcorders. Stable and strong, the 390 incorporates advanced features like an anti-rotation column and 2 leg angle adjustments. However, these aspects are complimented by simplicity and a fast and easy operation- making shooting photo and video a more enjoyable and easy experience. Unlike all other supports in this market category, the 390 heads and structures are made of solid and durable aluminium, for increased durability and precision. This series comes with integrated heads and in various combinations of height, tube diameters and heads to satisfy any need. The 390 series incorprates the perfect combinations of quality, style, functions and ergonomics that create support solutions to not only help improve your skill, but also enhance your passion.
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Compact Series |
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MKC3-H01 |
The Manfrotto Compact series is the most compact and intuitive range of supports on the market. It is an excellent value solution to effectively hold and support your new photo and video equipment and bring the best out of it. The Compact makes your shooting experience as enjoyable and trouble-free as never before - both in use, thanks to simple and clear controls, and travelling, thanks to the incredible compact design and unique features. The 360 tripods come in two versions: a new special dual purpose head for photomovie applications, and an ultra compact photo version with unique reversible column for increased compactness. The Compact is also available as a monopod - the most compact and versatile support for both photo and movie applications.
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Pocket Series |
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MP3-D01 |
The Pocket series is the exclusive always-on solution from Manfrotto. Thanks to high-tech solutions inherited from the pro experience, the Pocket is an ultra-slim versatile support that can be fixed directly under your equipment - for a set and always-ready support to maximise and extend the potential of your cameras. Incredibly slim, the Pocket does not alter the silhouette of your equipment. The lightest and slimmest support in the market - it is ideal for self portraits, for night shots, and to make sure you will always be included in all your special pictures together with your friends, family and favourite places.
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050 Centre Ball Head Series |
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MH054M0 |
The 057 and 054 ball head range represents two of the most prized, brand new Ball head series from Manfrotto; upholding the strong tradition of excellent design and quality, it provides exceptional flexibility and ergonomics, ensuring complete control to the hands of the professional photographer. Designed to perfectly accompany Carbon Fiber tripods, the 057 and 054 ball heads offer the very best in controlled, smooth movement and acute precision. The 057 and 054 series is comprised of a range of sizes and QR attachments designed to cater for the individual, so photographers can choose freely according to their personal preferences and requirements. There are however, a number of aspects that are common to the heads throughout both ranges, namely an unwavering high quality, an elegant and innovative design, high tech features and the best materials. The ultra-intuitive 057 and 054 ball heads are designed to provide the perfect balance of features, performance and ergonomics that collectively create a solution that minimizes efforts and maximises top results.
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» Download the 050 Series Leaflet
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L Bracket
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(From left to right) MS050M4-Q2, MS050M4-RC4,
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Professional photographers need supports and accessories to help them capture images quickly, easily, and from their own perspective. For this reason, Manfrotto has developed a new accessory: the L Bracket. The L Bracket allows photographers to change between landscape and portrait orientations effortlessly and fast, quickly flipping the camera from horizontal to vertical position, while maintaining lens position and their equipment's securely-supported center of balance. The L Bracket is a great accessory universally adaptable to any camera body which has been designed to give the maximum stability and safety to professional photographers. Special anti-rotational systems perfectly fit around the camera body ensuring a strong and firm grip stabilizing any heavy professional equipment. Moreover, the durable magnesium provides strong construction and lightweight transportability. The L Bracket comes in three different quick release configurations, providing compatibility with all the Manfrotto QR attachment (Q2, RC4 and Q5).
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» Download the L Bracket Leaflet
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» Download the Manfrotto Photo Support 2010 Catalogue
» Download the Manfrotto Video Support 2010 Catalogue
» Find the ideal tripod and head for your camera with the Manfrotto Configurator
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MANFROTTO Lighting |
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Manfrotto offers the widest and most professional choice of lighting support solutions to serve the photographic, broadcast and entertainment industries. The company's unrivalled experience combines revolutionary concepts and innovative design with advanced production technology, ensuring quality products that are unmatched for performance and value. Every studio and location requirement, from lighting support and control o suspension, answered by Manfrotto's comprehensive range of Stands, Clamps, Arms, Lighting Booms, Autopole System, Background Support Systems, Sky Track System, Still Life Tables. Safety is a priority for Manfrotto: all equipment is designed to meet international regulations such as DIN 15560, TÜV, CE and ISO standards. |
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LED Lighting
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MIDI LED LIGHT ML360 |
Manfrotto delivers a complete range of continuous and hybrid solutions fitting the photo and HD video features that are now available in one single camera, capitalizing on LED technology. A pure revolution for Manfrotto lighting: after 40 years of providing supports, for the first time Manfrotto delivers LED Lights, designed and built for ease of operation and portability. The LED Lights come in six different versions to help you improve your photography and explore your creativity, and they fall into two main categories:
» Download the LED Lights Leaflet
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Autopole System, Booms and Arms |
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Black Autopole 032B |
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» Download the Manfrotto Lighting Support 2010 Catalogue
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