---
product_id: 17970737
title: "290 Xtra Aluminum 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way Head (MK290XTA3-3WUS), Black"
brand: "manfrotto"
price: "KD 84.24"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Manfrotto"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/17970737-290-xtra-aluminum-3-section-tripod-kit-with-3-way
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region: Kuwait
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# Includes dedicated shoulder bag for effortless portability 4 adjustable leg angles for creative flexibility Robust aluminum build ensures rock-solid stability 290 Xtra Aluminum 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way Head (MK290XTA3-3WUS), Black

**Brand:** manfrotto
**Price:** KD 84.24
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📸 Elevate your vision with rock-solid precision and effortless style

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 290 Xtra Aluminum 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way Head (MK290XTA3-3WUS), Black by manfrotto
- **How much does it cost?** KD 84.24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/17970737-290-xtra-aluminum-3-section-tripod-kit-with-3-way)

## Best For

- manfrotto enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted manfrotto brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Carry in Style:** Sleek shoulder bag included for seamless transport between shoots
- • **Quick Setup, No Fuss:** Adjustable aluminum leg locks and quick clamps speed your workflow
- • **Precision Control Head:** 3-way head offers exact framing for professional results
- • **Engineered for Stability:** Heavy-duty aluminum construction supports DSLR rigs without vibration
- • **Flexible Angles, Limitless Shots:** 4 leg angle positions unlock new creative perspectives

## Overview

The Manfrotto 290 Xtra Aluminum Tripod Kit combines premium Italian design with rugged aluminum construction and innovative 4-leg angle adjustments. Featuring a precise 3-way head and quick-lock leg mechanisms, it delivers stability and versatility for DSLR photographers on the move. Lightweight yet durable, it includes a dedicated shoulder bag, making it the perfect companion for creative professionals seeking dependable support without the bulk.

## Description

290 Xtra is the link between past and future: it’s still the classic rock-solid 290 tripod but it features new style and technical functions. 290 Xtra has become more flexible thanks to the new 4 leg angle positions that allow photographers to be much more creative. It maintains its solid aluminum construction with an exciting design update. This kit comes with a 3-way head for precise set up. A dedicated shoulder bag makes it the perfect photographic companion both indoors and outdoors.

Review: Great Inexpensive Tripod for my Nikon D500 - Great tripod for the price. I find it to be very sturdy and compact. It's compact enough that it's not a hassle to carry with me to various events. Don't be fooled, this is not a $700 tripod made out of carbon Fiber but for the price this is a sturdy tripod that is not super heavy. So far after 3 months the Tripod has worked perfectly. If I have any complaints it's that the center post does not have a hook for supporting extra weight and there is a plastic cap for the center bolt and the cap keeps popping up when I lift the Tripod out of it's bag, so I have to keep pushing it back into place 1 out of 3 times when I take this tripod out of its included carry bag.. The reality is that you do get a very sturdy aluminum tripod with a bubble level and nice easy locking legs for a very low price. Personally after hours and hours of research I could find nothing better in this price range or even for 50% more, so I am very happy with the purchase. It holds my Nikon D500 DSLR with 16-80mm zoom lens perfectly and without any vibration even on 20 second exposure Astrophotography shots.
Review: A great choice! - This tripod has many things I like and nothing I don't like. Let's work our way from the bottom up. 1) It has large rubber feet with tread and an angled surface to maintain contact as you lower the pod 2) It only has two leg extensions, it makes for quick deployment 3) It has quick clamps for quick deployment, speeds things up even further 4) It has a nice rubber handle for moving around, better than foam found on many others 5) The quick release clamps are adjustable and come with the adjustment tool attached to tripod 6) The spider and components are of alloy construction 7) The spider has four over all adjustment for legs to set height 8) The spider has two attachment points for hanging weight and/or a bag as well, they are removed from the usual center post and that is a good thing. The spider is the best place to add weight 9) The center post meets the spider with an angled contact. I believe it adds stability over perpendicular 10) The head attachment surface on top is large, precision and has an extra screw from the bottom to secure head All these fine attributes and no real complaints. It does what a tripod is supposed to does it very well, it is very stable. The overall size makes it very versatile for a range of applications. I find the form factor to be compact and streamlined in spite of its length. I worked my way to this model from cheaper models. I frist tried the Manfrotto Compact Action. No go, to flimsy and imprecise. Then I tried the Manfrotto Element MII, much better but still vastly inferior to this model. The Manfrotto 290 extra is a winner. I paired it with a Neewer Professional 35mm ball head ($30) and have a very reliable and effective tripod.

## Features

- Premium Italian design
- Adjustable aluminum Leg Locks
- Robust aluminum construction
- Shoulder bag included
- 4 leg angles

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B013JS87KO |
| Best Sellers Rank | #114 in Complete Tripod Units |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,017) |
| Date First Available | July 28, 2015 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 5.6 pounds |
| Item model number | MK290XTA3-3WUS |
| Manufacturer | Manfrotto |
| Product Dimensions | 30.3 x 5.9 x 5.9 inches; 5.6 Pounds |
| Type of item | Electronics |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Manfrotto
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Camera
- **Special Feature:** Flexible
- **Material:** Aluminum
- **Item Weight:** 6.7 Pounds
- **Weight Limit:** 8.8 Pounds
- **Maximum Height:** 67.5 Inches
- **Tripod Head Type:** Pan Heads
- **Minimum Height:** 30.5 Centimeters

## Images

![290 Xtra Aluminum 3-Section Tripod Kit with 3-Way Head (MK290XTA3-3WUS), Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/516YtfUD5TL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is it true that the CF tripod really is only .5lbs lighter? Why is it so much more expensive then?**
A: The carbon fiber offers better vibration absorption which comes into play with slow shutter speeds and long focal lengths. Other than that, it's just the weight reduction. If you walk, hike, bike and travel without a car, you'll appreciate every ounce that carbon fiber tripods save.

**Q: I'm having a wobble with the head...is there an easy fix to this?**
A: loosen the thumbscrew on the top of the mount, then rotate the head clockwise until tight. Then you can lockdown the head. should you need to rotate the head in a counter clockwise direction you have to loosen the thumbscrew slightly, other wise it becomes loose and the result will be head wobble. I hope this helps.

**Q: Will the center post invert for macro shots?**
A: Yes, it can be inverted. In addition, the tripod legs will go completely flat to the floor and allow the camera (depending on the lens used) to get within less than a foot from the floor. I just checked it out myself with this Manfrotto and my Canon 5D and it's a solid setup for macro photography. If you need a lens less than 10 inches or so from the surface, invert the head and you're good.

**Q: Can the head point the camera 90 degree facing up towards the sky?**
A: Hello Kavin,Yes, the head will allow for the camera to point up 90 degrees towards the sky.If you have additional questions, please let us know.Thank you,Shannon PROCAM

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Inexpensive Tripod for my Nikon D500
*by R***G on January 16, 2017*

Great tripod for the price. I find it to be very sturdy and compact. It's compact enough that it's not a hassle to carry with me to various events. Don't be fooled, this is not a $700 tripod made out of carbon Fiber but for the price this is a sturdy tripod that is not super heavy. So far after 3 months the Tripod has worked perfectly. If I have any complaints it's that the center post does not have a hook for supporting extra weight and there is a plastic cap for the center bolt and the cap keeps popping up when I lift the Tripod out of it's bag, so I have to keep pushing it back into place 1 out of 3 times when I take this tripod out of its included carry bag.. The reality is that you do get a very sturdy aluminum tripod with a bubble level and nice easy locking legs for a very low price. Personally after hours and hours of research I could find nothing better in this price range or even for 50% more, so I am very happy with the purchase. It holds my Nikon D500 DSLR with 16-80mm zoom lens perfectly and without any vibration even on 20 second exposure Astrophotography shots.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great choice!
*by S***M on February 26, 2022*

This tripod has many things I like and nothing I don't like. Let's work our way from the bottom up. 1) It has large rubber feet with tread and an angled surface to maintain contact as you lower the pod 2) It only has two leg extensions, it makes for quick deployment 3) It has quick clamps for quick deployment, speeds things up even further 4) It has a nice rubber handle for moving around, better than foam found on many others 5) The quick release clamps are adjustable and come with the adjustment tool attached to tripod 6) The spider and components are of alloy construction 7) The spider has four over all adjustment for legs to set height 8) The spider has two attachment points for hanging weight and/or a bag as well, they are removed from the usual center post and that is a good thing. The spider is the best place to add weight 9) The center post meets the spider with an angled contact. I believe it adds stability over perpendicular 10) The head attachment surface on top is large, precision and has an extra screw from the bottom to secure head All these fine attributes and no real complaints. It does what a tripod is supposed to does it very well, it is very stable. The overall size makes it very versatile for a range of applications. I find the form factor to be compact and streamlined in spite of its length. I worked my way to this model from cheaper models. I frist tried the Manfrotto Compact Action. No go, to flimsy and imprecise. Then I tried the Manfrotto Element MII, much better but still vastly inferior to this model. The Manfrotto 290 extra is a winner. I paired it with a Neewer Professional 35mm ball head ($30) and have a very reliable and effective tripod.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Can't think of anything I would change -- I love it!
*by W***F on February 2, 2025*

This is great! Super convenient. I've been using a Sirui P-326 monopod for some time, and it's also top-notch in quality. But the convenience of having just three thumb levers instead of the four screw adjusters on the Sirui makes a huge difference. The weight is about the same, and it seems to be plenty sturdy enough. Very pleased with it. Manfrotto is the best in tripods, hands down.

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*Last updated: 2026-01-29*