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The much-heralded arrival of the digital era has brought with it a drastic reduction in weight and size of video camera equipment, matched by enormous advances in the picture quality achievable with the most minuscule of systems. Those working in the video sector are demanding camera supports that are tailored to these small new cameras but that make no compromises in key areas such as rigidity which could jeopardize the fluidity and smoothness of camera movements. It is out of these demands that Manfrotto's MDeVe series was born.

Replacing the popular Manfrotto 745MF3 Tripod, the Manfrotto 745CX3 Carbon Fiber MDeVe Tripod tripod features a perfect combination of low weight and high load capacity materials and provides high performance with an extremely compact and lightweight structure. The 745CX3 has an aluminum 50mm leveling ball and grip, carbon fiber legs and castings of magnesium and aluminum. This two-stage tripod is specifically geared towards "on-the-go" videographers looking for a simple, straightforward tripod without sacrificing stability. Its built-in 50mm half ball leveling system locked by a detachable rotating grip allows the camera operator to level the camera without needing to make micro adjustments to each individual tripod leg.

Built-in 50mm half bowl leveling system

With a maximum load capacity of 15.4 pounds, the Manfrotto 745CX3 video tripod is designed to handle payloads commonly associated with Mini DV or DVCAMs. The 745CX3 is ideal for travel, quickly folding up to a compact 24.8 inches and weighing only 4 pounds. For applications that demand full extension, the 745CX3 has a maximum working height of 54.5 inches. For low shots, the 745CX3 can provide support as low as 12 inches with all three legs opened to a full 89 degrees.

Manfrotto 745CX3 Carbon Fiber MDeVe Tripod Key Features

Carbon Fiber Leg Sections With Magnesium Castings

The best tripod is still the one you bring along. Lightweight tripods have not only become a mainstay, they are now a requisite for digital photographers. The trick is to lose weight and maintain maximum support without sacrificing stability, rigidity and reliability. The 745CX3 is one of the most innovative tripods of the MDEVE series due to the combination of low weight (carbon fiber for the legs/magnesium die casting) and high load capacity materials used for its construction.

New improved leg angle selector levers

Built-in 50mm Half Bowl Leveling System With Bubble Spirit Level

The 745CX3 differs from the 755XB and 756XB MDeVe tripods by utilizing an integrated 50mm leveling ball instead of a center column. This allows for quick set up with 15 degrees of leveling capability, and contributes to making the 745CX3 ideal for travel, weight, and compactness.

Four Different Leg Angle Settings

The Manfrotto 745CX3 Carbon Fiber MDeVe Tripod offers tall and lightweight carbon fiber legs with four different leg angle options to achieve lower heights. The new angle selector levers have been designed to improve ergonomics.

Rubber Feet

Rapid-action lever leg locks

Three-Layered Rounded 100% Full Carbon Tubes For Legs

The 745CX3's legs incorporate the new three-layered rounded 100% Full Carbon Tubes for improved rigidity and lightness.

New Ergonomic Rapid-Action Lever Leg Locks

Quick-action leg locks allow you to quickly and quietly set the tripod into position. The new ergonomic leg locking levers have been completely redesigned to improve functionality. They are much easier to operate and have become a seamless element of the tripod.

Secure-Locking Mountings

Tripod to head connection via a platform with 3/8" male thread, built-in spirit level and three grub screws for secure locking mountings.

745CX3 MDeVe Tripod Specifications

Material / Finish

Black carbon fiber legs, black aluminium 50mm leveling ball and grip + magnesium, aluminium castings

Maximum Height

54.5 inches (138.5 cm)

Minimum Height

12.0 inches (30.5 cm)

Closed Length

24.8 inches (63.0 cm)

Center Column

N/A

Leg Sections

3

Leg Tube Diameters

29.2, 24.8, 20.4 mm

Leg Angles

23°, 47°, 66°, 89°

Foot Type

Rubber

Head Mount

3/8" threaded mount

Maximum Load Capacity

15.4 lbs. (7.0 kg)

Weight

4.0 lbs. (1.8 kg)

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