Manfrotto

Manfrotto BFRSCC Short Center Pole for Befree Tripod

4.4 (60 reviews)

Compact aluminum short center pole that unlocks low-angle shooting on Manfrotto Befree travel tripods.

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Overview

The Manfrotto BFRSCC Short Center Pole is a dedicated accessory for photographers and videographers who need to push their Befree travel tripod closer to the ground. By replacing the standard-length center column with this compact 8.5cm aluminum pole, you unlock low-angle perspectives that are ideal for macro photography, landscape foreground compositions, and creative product shots. The pole threads directly into any Befree tripod (excluding the BefreeOne) using the standard 3/8" male connection, making installation a quick, tool-free process.

Weighing just 50g, the short center pole adds virtually nothing to your travel kit and can be tucked into a side pocket or accessory pouch alongside your collapsed Befree tripod. The aluminum construction ensures it handles the weight of your camera and head without flex. While it is a single-purpose accessory, for photographers who have found themselves wishing their Befree could go just a bit lower, it fills that gap precisely and affordably — a small investment that meaningfully expands the shooting range of an already versatile travel tripod system.

Key Features

Befree Travel Tripod allows low angle shooting

Perfect for the scene of the latest Befree model with 3 leg opening angles

Travel tripod befree replaces standard center pole

Installation is compatible with all Befree travel tripods except Befreeone

Aluminum / 8.5cm / Weight: 50g / Top end 3/8" male thread

Specifications

Model
BFRSCC
Material
Aluminum
Length
8.5cm
Weight
50g
Top Thread
3/8" Male
Compatibility
All Manfrotto Befree Travel Tripods (excluding BefreeOne)

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • At just 50g and 8.5cm, it is extremely portable and easy to carry as a secondary accessory.
  • Enables low-angle and near-ground-level shooting that the standard pole cannot achieve.
  • Aluminum construction matches the durability and quality of the Befree tripod line.
  • Simple swap installation with no additional tools or adapters required.

👎 Cons

  • Not compatible with the BefreeOne tripod model, limiting its use across the full Befree range.
  • Significantly reduces maximum tripod height when installed, so you must swap poles to regain full extension.
  • Only useful for low-angle work, making it a single-purpose accessory.
  • Does not include any quick-release plate or head attachment.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is compatible with all Manfrotto Befree travel tripods except the BefreeOne model.
It replaces your standard Befree center pole directly — unscrew the existing pole and thread this short pole into the same mount using the 3/8" male thread.
Yes, by replacing the longer standard center pole with this 8.5cm version, you significantly reduce the minimum height of the tripod, enabling ground-level and macro perspectives.
Yes, the top end features a standard 3/8" male thread, which is the same connection used by Befree ball heads and most tripod heads.