Designed for new photographers looking for maximum shooting versatility. The 290 Light Alu 3 Section Tripod Kit with 494RC2 Ball Head is an innovative tripod with a ball head giving you increased creative possibilities. This ingenious and ergonomic kit has many outstanding features and is very practical. A compact and lightweight design makes it particularly easy to transport. This versatile ball head tripod is designed with 3-section, lightweight and strong aluminum legs. The tripod's aluminum legs and an aluminum casting at its top help improve its rigidity, durability and performance. The aluminum leg locking handles are tension adjustable and can therefore be tightened to counteract the effects of wear and loads, making the tripod fully operational throughout its long life. And the adjustment of the 2 leg angles gives you total flexibility to capture new perspectives, especially when getting closer to the ground. Additional features include rubber hand warmer grips, a feature that gives you even more grip allowing you to work confidently even under pressure. A center column allows for quick and easy height adjustment, and comes complete with a ball joint. This head is lightweight and compact. It offers you a precise, fluid and panoramic framing. Designed in aluminum, it is strong and durable, it allows friction control for greater precision. Plus, it has a quick release plate for extra security.