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Manfrotto Befree Advanced Aluminum Travel Tripod Sony Plate Lever Ball Head $51.57 Delivered @ Amazon UK via AU

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cse1024 on 18/11/2022 - 21:47 amazon.com.au (5700 clicks)
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Been looking for a new tripod for past few weeks and stumbled across this today. Seems to be a large price drop (-89% from RRP $509.95). I recall seeing it between $200-$300 in the past. Only catch is it ships from Amazon UK, so may be longer than usual for delivery. I took the plunge and ordered. Expected to arrive by 8 Dec 2022.

  • Model Number: ‎ MKBFRLA-BH
  • Colour: Black
  • Material: Aluminium
  • Plate: Sony α7 and Sony α9 camera bodies
  • Head Type: Ball Head
  • Payload: 9 kg
  • Weight: 1590 g
  • Maximum Height: 151 cm
  • Closed Length: 40 cm

Full specs: https://www.manfrotto.com/au-en/befree-advanced-designed-for…

NOTE: Not sure if this is a pricing error for just the Sony plate, and not the tripod itself. The listing, RRP and Camelx3 all seem to suggest it's the tripod, but who knows. Will update once I receive something.

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  • z3ro on 18/11/2022 - 21:50

    What how

  • ChickenDinner123 on 18/11/2022 - 21:55

    Saving of 90%, at this price I would be stupid not to buy one.

  • dawnchorus on 18/11/2022 - 21:57

    Listing appears to be just for the Sony specific plate not the entire tripod.

    Think the description is an error.

    Let us know if you receive a whole ass tripod!

    • ChickenDinner123 on 18/11/2022 - 21:58
      +3

      It says original price was $500 so it should be the whole tripod right? Sounds like a price error.

    • cse1024 on 18/11/2022 - 22:01
      +5

      I thought that too, but the item model number, RRP and Camelx3 shows it might be the actual tripod. Will post once I receive something.

  • HoLeeFuk on 18/11/2022 - 21:57

    Plate: Sony α7 and Sony α9 camera bodies. Not all camera compatible.

    • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:00
      +1

      I believe the plate is replaceable. You can buy Nikon or Canon ones for example.

    • Fuzor on 18/11/2022 - 22:00

      I reckon we can just buy a compatible plate for Nikon Canon etc off Ebay

    • HoLeeFuk on 18/11/2022 - 22:02

      Can I stick A6500 on this place?

      • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:04
        +1

        If your camera doesn’t fit, you can buy a suitable replacement mount for cheap.

    • browser on 18/11/2022 - 23:15

      The plate has a profile shaped for A7 and A9, but probably also fits other camera bodies.

      You can always get the universal plate 200PL.

  • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 21:59

    Insane price.

  • iratepirate on 18/11/2022 - 22:02
    -1

    This is not $51 for the tripod it is only for the SONY adapter plate.

    • ChickenDinner123 on 18/11/2022 - 22:06

      R u sure? Why does it say OG price was $500 then? Also weight is 1.5kg.

    • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:06
      +4

      That’s incorrect - the part number shown is for the entire tripod.

      • pket on 18/11/2022 - 22:37

        the description is for the plate

        • UsernameChecksIn on 18/11/2022 - 22:44

          inconsistent title, model, description seems to occur with noticeable frequency on many stellar OzBargained Amazon deals

          We will soon find out which part of the pipeline matches!

  • lyschid on 18/11/2022 - 22:03
    +1

    Would the plate fit the Sony ZV-1?

  • 18 on 18/11/2022 - 22:04

    Under style name, it is only the "Befree Advanced Sony Plate" which is this price. The tripod itself is like $250…

    • TextGoesHere on 18/11/2022 - 22:05
      +2

      How can the plate be 1590 grams?

    • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:09

      They’ve listed the part number of the tripod on the ad, along with pictures of the tripod. Plus price is shown as 89% off. Are you saying a mount is worth $509.95?

  • mubby on 18/11/2022 - 22:04

    "The plate is also fully compatible with the world's most widespread standard head attachments Manfrotto RC2 and Arca-swiss style."

  • godofpizza on 18/11/2022 - 22:05
    +2

    the plate would only fit a sony body or if you and a lenses with a tripod mount.
    you would need to order the flat plate from manfrotto to fit your standard body. or replace the head with a different styled one.

    heres a listing to a replacement one:
    https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/354069424988?chn=ps&_ul=AU&norov…

  • bakalex on 18/11/2022 - 22:07

    The plate is only $49.00 here https://www.digidirect.com.au/manfrotto-quick-release-plate-…

    This is for the whole tripod correct?

    • HoLeeFuk on 18/11/2022 - 22:11

      Yes it is whole tripod.

    • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:12

      Yes. Unbelievable price though.

  • Tuttorix on 18/11/2022 - 22:11
    -5

    DO NOT BUY THIS. IT IS JUST THE PLATE.

    • TextGoesHere on 18/11/2022 - 22:12

      Will confirm when it gets here.

    • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:13
      +4

      DO BUY THIS. IT IS THE WHOLE TRIPOD INCLUDING THE PLATE.

    • ChickenDinner123 on 18/11/2022 - 22:14
      +1

      Original price is $500 and the weight is 1.5kg.

      If it it just the plate, it must be made of Osmium.

    • zealmax on 18/11/2022 - 23:13

      Style: Befree Advanced Sony Plate

      1.5KG plate. Gonna give it a miss.

  • OutOfTime on 18/11/2022 - 22:13
    +1

    The product details on the page list MKBFRLA-BH as the item model number, which seems to be the head and tripod legs according to the Manfrotto site.

  • cptnawesome on 18/11/2022 - 22:13
    +3

    A review down the bottom says the following :
    Style Name: Befree Advanced Sony Plate
    "Great tripod very well made. Perfect size for grab and go.
    The switch plate is brilliant and convenient ."

    I'm thinking this is for the tripod.

  • prsam1 on 18/11/2022 - 22:14
    +4

    buy now, ask questions later

  • FrugalFreddy on 18/11/2022 - 22:16
    +2

    Bought first, thunk later. Cancelled order. Seems to me to be a misleading listing. Tripod options are shown in the dropdown box. The RRP does suggest that it is the whole tripod so I might kick myself later.

    • ChickenDinner123 on 18/11/2022 - 22:17
      +5

      It's amazon bro. Return ezpz.

    • JeBs on 18/11/2022 - 22:20

      Amazon will pay for return shipping if there’s a misdescription. Can lose more by not buying.

  • 3atc3 on 18/11/2022 - 22:20

    Gave it a shot 📸 thanks OP

  • RickyMoon on 18/11/2022 - 22:23

    I bought that too, hoping to replace my kogen tripod

  • Mikez026 on 18/11/2022 - 22:28

    Amazing tripod! Just bought it as a spare! Hope it gets delivered. Thanks for posting

  • motlking on 18/11/2022 - 22:29

    Did they just change the name of the product to a plate instead of tripod?

  • Andochan on 18/11/2022 - 22:29

    Bought now, will see if its actually the tripod. A bit weary of how Amazon UK handled my last order for the Poco M4 Pro with the auto refund tho. :(

  • Modesty on 18/11/2022 - 22:30
    +1

    Is it only for sony cameras or can be used for phones too like iphone?

    • ChickenDinner123 on 18/11/2022 - 22:33

      Massive overkill for phones but just get a phone tripod mount adapter (that screws into the standard screw mount for like $10 off ebay) and you are golden.

    • prophet on 18/11/2022 - 22:43

      A camera travel tripod + phone mount is an amazing thing to have for taking videos, time lapses, etc. I use my tripod for my phone more than for my main camera.

  • Vialz on 18/11/2022 - 22:32
    +1

    The ozbargain Lottery all over again. Works everytime 70% of the time.

  • Benzy on 18/11/2022 - 22:34

    Ordered one, lets see

  • cptnawesome on 18/11/2022 - 22:34

    Looks like it's sold out now?

    • Hugh G Rection on 18/11/2022 - 22:37

      i just got one, we will see if it comes in

    • prophet on 18/11/2022 - 22:39

      It’s still available.

    • cptnawesome on 18/11/2022 - 22:59

      Ah, maybe it's limited 1 per account - just tried to buy a second one for my dad

  • sqheaven on 18/11/2022 - 22:37
    +1

    I had a 50$ cheap knock off ever since I started photography! Now I have a 50$ real deal 😂

    The one I had lasted 8+ years, couple of countries, just broke its height adjustment knob when I accidentally tipped it inside its bag.

  • NoApostrophePlurals on 18/11/2022 - 22:40

    Ordered! Fingers crossed it's a tripod!

  • ozvictor on 18/11/2022 - 22:41

    Can you use this for mobile phone ?

  • browser on 18/11/2022 - 22:41
    +1

    Wow! I had an earlier version of Befree, very compact but a bit of hassle to setup due to its inverted design.

    Have to buy again at this price.

  • ladis on 18/11/2022 - 22:42
    +1

    Bought! 🤞

  • mkn on 18/11/2022 - 22:43
    +1

    Pulled the trigger 🤞

  • pkjames on 18/11/2022 - 22:43

    ordered, thanks! i can just leave it in the showroom for static shots.

  • Caped Baldy on 18/11/2022 - 22:43
    +2

    Buy now, regret later.

    Reviews indicate the listing is for the tripod.

    https://www.amazon.com.au/Manfrotto-Advanced-Designed-Camera…

  • JackLiuAu on 18/11/2022 - 22:51

    Ordered, as the 3rd tripod.
    Thanks OP.

  • LivingOnTheEdge on 18/11/2022 - 22:57

    Invested $51.57. Wont mind if they lost. Lets see. Thanks OP

  • tempestswitch on 18/11/2022 - 22:58

    Gaaaaah I work in weddings and already have three Manfrotto Tripods.
    Had to order this one for the price.
    Thanks OP

  • impostor on 18/11/2022 - 23:01

    I don't have prime… should I still take the plunge?

    • LivingOnTheEdge on 18/11/2022 - 23:05

      too late. OOS.

    • Fuzor on 18/11/2022 - 23:05
      +1

      Don't need prime to buy

    • Caped Baldy on 18/11/2022 - 23:09
      +1

      I don't have prime but got free shipping. It's just over the limit for free international shipping.

  • iforumos on 18/11/2022 - 23:03

    It doesn't seem to be good as my 3 year old Vanguard Alta Pro 2+ 263AB100. But for $51 it is worth a try LOL

  • Ziaina on 18/11/2022 - 23:06

    only 5 left.. to me it sounds like the plate only

  • yuisakas on 18/11/2022 - 23:06

    Just searching last night for my new Sony a7 that bought a week ago,even youtube to check out good brand,em,good good good

  • prophet on 18/11/2022 - 23:07

    PSA: max 1 unit per account.

    • dust on 18/11/2022 - 23:09

      No brodens allowed here.

  • dust on 18/11/2022 - 23:09

    Nice. Here's hoping it's the tripod!

  • kenmizuki on 18/11/2022 - 23:09

    It said “ Style Name: Befree Advanced Sony Plate ”
    Can we return it ? How’s the return policy?

  • stickymoo on 18/11/2022 - 23:10

    Should I get this tripod or a sachtler flowtech?

  • Koipanda on 18/11/2022 - 23:12

    Damn i missed it

    • Stealthzor on 18/11/2022 - 23:12

      amazon says one in stock still i think

    • iforumos on 18/11/2022 - 23:13

      Still have 1 left

      • Koipanda on 18/11/2022 - 23:16

        Cant add to cart :(

        • yuisakas on 18/11/2022 - 23:19

          Still have 5 in stock and can add to cart but the price is back to $300 ish

  • LivingOnTheEdge on 18/11/2022 - 23:12

    Did you guys get Amazon order confirmation?

    • csmacd on 18/11/2022 - 23:14

      Ordered one as soon as I saw this but …..no confirmation email….yet.

    • cse1024 on 18/11/2022 - 23:29

      I got an email showing order confirmation, but I did order other things so not sure what exactly the confirmation is for.

    • poiterbad on 19/11/2022 - 00:07

      Yeah I didn't get one either. I've been searching for a new tripod for a while, so hoping this comes

    • ChickenDinner123 on 19/11/2022 - 08:49

      Yup, got it a couple of hours later.

  • nadesico123 on 18/11/2022 - 23:14
    +1

    Price jacked up to $312.01……

    • turnip on 18/11/2022 - 23:15
      +1

      Amazon UK sold out. That price from Amazon AU

  • ozbargained on 18/11/2022 - 23:15
    +1

    Back to $312. ozbargained

  • prophet on 18/11/2022 - 23:15

    Show’s over. Back to $312 now.

  • poiterbad on 18/11/2022 - 23:16

    Price showing $312 for me - no UK listing so sold out I guess?

  • I Smell Pennies on 18/11/2022 - 23:16

    I’m convinced this is actually the tripod, not just the plate. Unlike the other playdoh/lightsaber listing

  • Sxio on 18/11/2022 - 23:17
    -1

    This looks pretty clearly like just the plate to me.

  • Serpeant on 18/11/2022 - 23:17

    $312 now.

    It’s got to be the tripod!

    • I Smell Pennies on 18/11/2022 - 23:18

      that’s Amazon AU pricing. Has to be the tripod 100% if it costs that much

    • jayzee on 18/11/2022 - 23:22

      Showing $322 to me now, that's a big inflation here in space of 3 mins!

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