Manfrotto 338 Tripod

Manfrotto 338 Levelling Base

Achieve perfectly level horizons and flawless compositions on any terrain with the Manfrotto 338 Levelling Base. This essential piece of photo-video equipment is the ultimate solution for photographers and videographers who demand precision and efficiency in the field. Designed for discerning professionals and serious enthusiasts, the 338 eliminates the tedious and time-consuming process of individually adjusting tripod legs to level your camera. It´s the key to unlocking faster setups and more accurate shots, especially when working on uneven or challenging surfaces.

The 338 is fitted between your tripod and head and is used in combination with tripods that don’t have built-in levelling mechanisms. Its three adjustment dials enable the operator to make fine, fingertip adjustments up to +/- 5 degrees to ensure the camera is perfectly level. The dials also have locking rings to ensure stability once the right position is reached. A spirit level is built in for reference. The base has a 3/8” female tripod fitting and a 3/8” male head fitting, ensuring wide compatibility with professional support systems.

This levelling base is a game-changer for multiple disciplines. For landscape photographers, it guarantees a perfectly straight horizon every time, saving valuable post-processing work. Architectural photographers can effortlessly achieve true vertical and horizontal lines, which are critical for professional results. When shooting panoramic photography, the Manfrotto 338 is indispensable, ensuring a consistently level plane as you pan, which is crucial for seamless and distortion-free stitching. Videographers will also benefit immensely, enabling smooth, professional-looking pans that remain perfectly level from start to finish.

Crafted from high-quality, durable aluminium, the Manfrotto 338 is built to withstand the rigours of professional use while remaining lightweight at just 0.6 kg. Despite its compact size, it boasts an impressive safety payload weight of 15 kg, making it more than capable of securely supporting heavy professional DSLR or cinema camera rigs with large lenses. The intuitive design, featuring large, easy-to-grip dials and secure locking rings, allows you to work quickly and confidently, knowing your setup is stable and precisely aligned. Elevate your craft and streamline your workflow with this indispensable tripod accessory.

Features:

* Used with tripods that don’t have built-in levelling mechanisms
* 3 adjustment dials to make fine adjustments
* Ensure the camera is perfectly level
* Locking rings to ensure stability once the position is reached
* Built-in spirit level

Specifications:

* Weight: 0.6 kg
* Accessory Size Diameter: 10 cm
* Accessory Size Height: 5 cm
* Material: Aluminium
* Safety Payload Weight: 15 kg