Manfrotto · Updated June 2026
Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column: price, specs & release date
Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column, released 2014. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column is listed at $229.95 on manfrotto.com as of 2026-06-27, #7 cheapest of 11 tripods (median $199.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 30/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 12 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Cheapest tripods: Neewer TP08 77" 2-in-1 Aluminum Tripod and Monopod with Ball Head — $49.99
Is the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column a good buy?
At $230, the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column is #7 cheapest of the 11 tripods we track, where the median is $199.95. On the spec sheet, its weight of 5.5 lb is the highest of the 12, its leg sections of 3 is the lowest of the 11, and its max height of 66.9 in is above the median of the 12.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $229.95 Legs only, MSRP |
|---|---|
| Brand | Manfrotto |
| Released | 2014 |
| Material | aluminum |
| Max height (in) | 66.9 |
| Folded length (in) | 24 |
| Max load (lb) | 44.1 |
| Weight (lb) | 5.5 |
| Leg sections | 3 |
| Head included | No |
Source: manfrotto.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by procam.com. Specs verified from official Manfrotto global page: max height 170 cm/66.93 in, closed 61 cm/24.02 in, weight 2.5 kg/5.51 lb, safety payload 20 kg/44.09 lb, 3-section, Flip Lock. Price $229.95 corroborated at procam (regular price). Head not included at this price.
Is the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column worth it vs cheaper tripods?
Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column against its closest cheaper and pricier tripods on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 11 ranked
| Product | Price | Material | Max height (in) | Folded length (in) | Max load (lb) | Weight (lb) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column this | $229.95 | aluminum | 66.9 | 24 | 44.1 | 5.5 |
| Manfrotto 190 Aluminum 4-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column | $199.95 | aluminum | 63 | 19.2 | 15.4 | 4.6 |
| Manfrotto Befree Advanced Travel Aluminum Tripod with 494 Ball Head | $259.95 | aluminum | 59.4 | 15.8 | 19.8 | 3.5 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column cost?
The Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column has a US price of $229.95 (Legs only, MSRP), as of 2026-06-19.
How does the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column compare on price?
At $230, the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column is #7 cheapest of the 11 tripods we track, where the median is $199.95.
When was the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column released?
The Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column was released 2014.
What are the Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column's key specs?
Manfrotto 055 Aluminum 3-Section Tripod with Horizontal Column (Manfrotto): material aluminum, max height in 66.9, folded length in 24, max load lb 44.1, weight lb 5.5. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
Price of record: $229.95 at manfrotto.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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