Manfrotto 190 ALU 3 SEC KIT BALL HEAD

This 190 kit comprises a compact 190XPRO3 3-section aluminium tripod and a compact, versatile ball head. Both tripod and head have advanced features and excellent build quality.
The new QUICK POWER LOCK (QPL) system is one of the most eye-catching and unique features of the new 190. It is a strong, ultra fast and ergonomic locking system that allows for quick, complete extension of the legs with operation of all locks, on each leg, possible with one hand.
The new Rotating Levelling Bubble is quick to set up and allows the tripod to be positioned more precisely. It is easy to use, whatever the shape of the head or however the tripod is set up.
The new Leg Angle Selectors are also easy to set up, as they are made following the most innovative ergonomic standards and prevent fingers being trapped in the upper casting.
The 190 provides a portable photographic studio, thanks to the new "Easy link" plug, which enables instant connection between tripod and accessoriesThe 190 maintains all the history and heritage of this core Manfrotto family, but includes a host of elegantly simple features and practical improvements.
This 190 kit comprises a compact 190XPRO3 3-section aluminium tripod and a compact, versatile ball head. The key feature of the kit is the tripod's 90° centre column mechanism, which allows the column to be extended vertically as normal, or horizontally to open up a wide range of framing and shooting possibilities; this makes it an extremely versatile tripod, suitable for a wide range of photography applications. The horizontal column mechanism is housed within the tripod's top casting for compactness, but it is easily and quickly extended whenever you need it. There is no need to disassemble when switching between vertical and horizontal column orientation, and can even be done with a camera attached.
The legs of the tripod are also fast to extend and adjust, thanks to the Quick Power Lock levers that block and unblock each leg section. The special design of the QPL levers allows a more comfortable and stronger single-handed grip of the leg locks. From folded, the sections of each leg of the tripod can be released in a single movement. The QPL lever design also offers more powerful locking of each section, meaning the tripod is more stable and rigid than with traditional lever designs. Intuitive and ergonomic leg angle selectors allow each leg to be independently and solidly set to any of the preset angles, again allowing considerable positioning freedom.
A bubble level is built in to the top of the centre column for precise framing. The bubble level rotates freely around the centre column, so it can be positioned wherever it's easiest for you to see it while adjusting the tripod, and without it either being obscured by the mounted head and camera, or getting in the way of head or camera controls.
The top casting of the tripod has an Easy Link connector for supporting a photo or video accessory on an extending arm or bracket.
The ball head included in this kit is a 496RC2.
In Detail
The new vertical-horizontal column mechanism is hidden inside the tripod's top casting
Vertical-horizontal column mechanism is hidden inside the tripod's top casting
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Solid and fast to set up
The Quick Power Lock levers provide extreme locking grip and can be released with one hand and a single movement.
Limitless creativity 90° column
The same, great original feature that has meant the success of this product has now a different design but keeps its core possibility of discovering new perspectives.
Portability 90° column
The vertical-horizontal column mechanism is hidden inside the tripod's top casting until it's needed, saving space.
Limitless creativity easy link
The 190 includes an Easy Link attachment in the top casting, allowing the tripod to expand the shooting holding a LED light, flash, reflector or other accessory, turning the 190 into a mobile studio.
Smooth operations
Rotating bubble: The bubble level can be rotated 360°so it never falls inconveniently under a head locking lever and can always be positioned where it's more convenient for the user. Leg angle selectors: the leg angle selectors are more intuitive and ergonomic, cutting set-up time while also making the190 safer to use.
Outstanding style
The 190's house style is distinct, yet still distinctly Manfrotto, with bold, clean shapes and lines dictated by function. The Manfrotto logo and "Made in Italy" feature prominently, and help the 190 to stand out from the crowd everywhere from point of sale to photo location.
Product Features
The model with three section aluminum legs is the right choice for providing high stability even when using long lenses. Moreover, the limited number of sections cut down the set up time. It's also available in kit with a ball head (with quick release camera plate) allowing you to position the camera freely and quickly, then block it solidly in place using the convenient single locking knob, ready to shoot in an instant.
Technical features of the Manfrotto 190 kit - Aluminium 3-section horizontal column tripod and ball head kit - MK190XPRO3-BH
Maximum height: 170cm
Maximum height (with centre column down): 145cm
Minimum height: 9cm
Weight: 2.4kg
Manfrotto MT190XPRO3 aluminium tripod