Manfrotto’s latest carbon fiber tripod series the 055CX was developed to meet the needs of the professionals and photography enthusiasts who want the best in performance and quality. The carbon tripod range offers PRO and Economical Version, including three models: 055CXPRO3, 055CXPRO4 and 055CX3.

All the locking collars, levers and main castings have been redesigned for users to get reliable, ergonomic and lighter tripods. 100% carbon fiber tubes were used, which resulted in the quality and performance – it is uncompromised. To improve ergonomics the new angle selector levers have been designed.

High-quality “Pull-Winding” technology has been used in order to guarantee constant high quality tube construction. The structure combines a perfect harmony between the number of layers and angle of the fiber directions. It creates optimum balance between rigidity and compression resistance.

PRO Models central castings are made out of magnesium. They feature the renowned Q90° - Quick Center Column System, patented by Manfrotto. It allows positioning of the central column horizontally without having to remove the head or the column itself.

The top plate has also been improved. Now they come with a magnesium top plate which features a bubble to help in leveling the tripod and camera.

All the new features add to light weight & solidity, which is sometimes critical in choosing the right tripod for your camera.

PRO Models – the Manfrotto 055CXPRO3 & 055CXPRO4:

• 3 (PRO3) or 4 (PRO4) Sections
• Tri-faceted Carbon Fiber Central Column
• Magnesium top spider die casting
• Leveling bubble on the magnesium top plate
• Q90° center column system (Quick Center Column System)
• 3-layered rounded 100% FULL CARBON TUBES

Economical version the Manfrotto 055CX3:

• 3 sections
• Aluminum top spider
• Aluminum casting and top plate
• Tri-faceted aluminum center column with low-angle adapter
• Aluminum top plate
• Light and compact

For  more information go to bogenimaging.us.

Lightweight, compact and reliable, the M-Y family of tripods is designed for photographers using lightweight digital SLR and compact cameras. Without the hassle of choosing a separate head, M-Y tripods are always ready for mounting on your camera.

The M-Y range is available in 6 different versions. Weighing slightly more than 1 Kg in the heaviest models, they can support a payload ranging from 2 to 3.5 kg. When stored, they fold up to a compact 42 to 51 cm, reaching a maximum height of 144 cm. The Manfrotto carrying bag is included with every tripod.

The Manfrotto 7301YB

• Integrated 3-way aluminum head for providing smooth movements when using compact video & photo cameras
• Separate pan and tilt locks
• Quick release plate and
• Short ergonomic bar panning or tracking moving subjects
• Legs can be set independently in two different angle positions
• Leg section diameters in mm: 26, 22, 18, 14

The Manfrotto 7302YB

• Quick release ball head
• +90°/-90° orientation grooves
• Repositionable locking lever
• The legs can be set at two different angles
• Leg section diameters in mm: 26, 22, 18, 14

The Manfrotto 7303YB

• Four section tripod
• Compact ball head
• Legs are adjustable at two different angles
• Leg section diameters in mm: 26, 22, 18, 14

The Manfrotto 7321YB

• Improved lightness and compactness
• Built-in video/photo 3-way head
• Ergonomic bar and
• Independent pan and tilt locks
• Quick release plate
• The legs are adjustable at two different angles
• Leg section diameters in mm: 22, 18, 14, 10.5

The Manfrotto 7322YB

• Four section compact tripod
• Small ball head
• Legs are adjustable at two different angles
• Leg section diameters in mm: 22, 18, 14, 10.5

The Manfrotto 7322YSHB

• The most compact tripod belonging to the M-Y family
• Four section tripod
• Two different angle positions for the legs
• Compact ball head
• Short folded length
• Leg section diameters in mm: 22, 18, 14, 10.5

The Manfrotto 776YB

• Four section monopod
• Portable and compact, the
• Capable of an extension of 152.5 cm
• Maximum payload of 4.5 kg
• The ideal solution for sharp pictures on the move

The Manfrotto M- Y family is available from February 7th 2009. More info at photographyblog.com