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Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red
Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red
Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red
Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red
Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red
Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red
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Manfrotto MTPIXIEVO-RD PIXI EVO Mini Tripod Red

★★★★★4.4 (491 reviews)

A pocketable mini tripod with two-section adjustable legs and a 5.5 lb payload for serious compact support.

$84.00*
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Overview

The Manfrotto PIXI EVO is a mini tripod designed for photographers who want more than a basic tabletop stand without carrying a full-size tripod. Its two-section legs distinguish it from simpler mini tripods — each leg adjusts independently to one of five angle positions, allowing you to fine-tune the setup on uneven surfaces, adapt to different shooting heights between 2.36 and 7.68 inches, or splay the legs wide for a low-profile stance. At 0.59 lbs with a closed length of 9.06 inches, it travels easily in a bag pocket or clipped to a strap.

The integrated ball head provides a front tilt range of -35° to +35° and a lateral tilt of -90° to +40°, covering everything from standard framing to full portrait orientation. With a safety payload of 5.51 lbs, the PIXI EVO comfortably supports compact mirrorless cameras, point-and-shoots, and smartphones with an adapter. The aluminum construction keeps weight down while maintaining rigidity under load, and the push-button release mechanism allows quick repositioning of the ball head during a shoot.

Specifications

Brand
Manfrotto
Model
MTPIXIEVO-RD
Color
Red
Closed Length
9.06 inches
Maximum Height
7.68 inches
Minimum Height
2.36 inches
Leg Sections
2
Material
Adaptor and Aluminum
Front Tilt
-35° / +35°
Lateral Tilt
-90° / +40°
Safety Payload
5.51 lbs
Weight
0.59 lbs

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Extremely lightweight at 0.59 lbs, easy to carry anywhere without adding bulk to your kit.
  • Two-section legs with five adjustable angles provide more flexibility than single-position mini tripods.
  • Weighs only 0.59 lbs and closes to 9.06 inches, making it genuinely pocketable for daily carry.
  • Two-section adjustable legs allow fine-tuning height from 2.36 to 7.68 inches for versatile shooting positions.
  • 5.51 lb payload capacity supports mirrorless cameras and smaller DSLRs with attached lenses.
  • 5.51 lb payload capacity handles mirrorless cameras with mid-sized lenses confidently.
  • Ball head offers wide tilt range including full portrait orientation at -90° lateral tilt.
  • Wide lateral tilt range of -90° to +40° enables portrait-orientation shooting without additional adapters.
  • Compact 9.06-inch closed length fits easily into a coat pocket or small compartment in a camera bag.
  • Aluminum and adaptor construction feels solid despite the low weight.

👎 Cons

  • Maximum height of 7.68 inches limits use to tabletop or ground-level shooting only.
  • Maximum height of 7.68 inches limits usefulness to tabletop and low-angle shooting only.
  • No quick-release plate system — the camera screws directly onto the head, slowing camera attachment and removal.
  • No quick-release plate system, so switching between cameras requires unscrewing the mount each time.
  • The ball head lacks a separate pan lock, making precise panoramic adjustments difficult.
  • The push-button ball head lock is less precise to fine-tune than a traditional twist-lock ball head.
  • Red color option may be visually distracting in reflective surfaces during product photography.
  • Not suited for heavy telephoto lenses that exceed the 5.51 lb payload limit.

Frequently Asked Questions

The PIXI EVO reaches a maximum height of 7.68 inches when its two-section legs are fully extended, and collapses down to 2.36 inches at its lowest setting.
Yes, it supports payloads up to 5.51 lbs, which accommodates most mirrorless cameras with standard zoom or prime lenses.
Each leg has two sections that can be set to two different angles, giving you five working angles to adapt to uneven surfaces or change the shooting height.
The PIXI EVO has a safety payload rating of 5.51 lbs, making it suitable for mirrorless cameras and compact DSLRs with moderate-sized lenses.
Yes, the integrated head offers a front tilt range of -35° to +35° and a lateral tilt range of -90° to +40°, allowing portrait-orientation and angled compositions.
The maximum height is 7.68 inches. At its lowest position, it sits at 2.36 inches, making it useful for low-angle and tabletop work.
Yes, the ball head offers a lateral tilt range of -90° to +40°, so you can position a camera in full portrait orientation.
It weighs just 0.59 lbs (approximately 267 grams), making it easy to slip into a jacket pocket or camera bag.
Yes, the two-section legs offer multiple angle positions, letting you lower the tripod for tabletop macro work or widen the stance for added stability.
At a closed length of 9.06 inches and weighing just 0.59 lbs, it fits comfortably in a large coat pocket or any camera bag side pocket.

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