Leofoto BLUE MR.Y LY-224C 10 Layer Carbon Y Shaped Centre Tripod with LH-25 Ball Head - Max Load 6kg, Min 125mm to Max 1410mm
The Leofoto BLUE MR.Y LY-224C 10 Layer Carbon Y Shaped Centre Tripod with LH-25 Ball Head is a super lightweight, travel-focused carbon fibre tripod designed for photographers who want a compact setup without sacrificing everyday shooting flexibility. With a 6kg maximum load capacity, 10-layer carbon fibre construction, and a working range from 125mm up to 1410mm, it’s ideal for low-angle macro shots through to full-height travel photography, while the distinctive Y-shaped centre column reduces the packed size and makes it easier to carry in a backpack or suitcase. The included LH-25 ball head keeps the system minimal, smooth, and quick to use for mirrorless and small DSLR kits.
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Leofoto BLUE MR.Y LY-224C is a revolutionary tripod designed to enhance your shooting experience. This tripod features a unique Y-shaped centre column, a groundbreaking innovation that allows the legs to fold closer together, significantly reducing the packed diameter without compromising stability or functionality. Weighing in at just 1kg, including the LH-25 ball head, this tripod is so lightweight that you won't even feel it in your backpack, making it the perfect companion for on-the-go shooters.
The MR.Y LY-224C is equipped with a 1-second loosening/tightening centre column lock. This lever lock system allows you to lock or unlock the centre column completely with just one press or pull, ensuring a quick and efficient setup. The specially designed spider enhances the tripod's compactness and lightness, without sacrificing durability or performance.
Offering four distinct angle settings, including a unique 42° option, this tripod is ideal for shooting in various environments, including windy conditions. The carbon fibre leg tubes feature a cross rhombus structure, providing exceptional strength, stability, and reduced vibration, ensuring sharp and clear images every time.
The single-piece shim construction of the MR.Y LY-224C is stronger, more reliable, and easier to maintain than traditional two-piece designs. This attention to detail extends to the LH-25 ball head, which boasts a low-height profile and an ergonomic large main locking knob for easy handling. The precisely machined ball ensures silky smooth movement, offering better reliability and control.
- Max. Height 1410mm
- Min. Height 125mm
- Folded Length480mm
- Leg Section 4
- Max Load 6kg
- Weight1kg
- Tubes 22/19/16/13mm
- Y-shaped centre column tripod: Different from the traditional O-shaped centre column, the Y-shaped centre column allows the tripod legs to be closer together when folded, reducing the packed diameter of the tripod without sacrificing its stability and functions.
- Tripod + ballhead = 1kg: So lightweight that you can't even feel it when carrying it in a backpack.
- 1-second loosening/tightening centre column lock: Lever lock system, only one press/one pull to lock/unlock completely. Specially designed spider, compact and light.
- 4 angles available: Most of the tripods in the market are with only angles including low, middle and high angles. The 42° setting is perfect for shooting in windy areas.
- Carbon fibre: Carbon fibre leg tubes feature a cross rhombus structure for greater strength, stability and less vibration.
- Single-piece shim: Single-piece shim is stronger, more reliable and easier to maintain than 2-piece construction.
- Low height profile ballhead: Ergonomic large main locking knob gives easy handling. A low height profile gives better reliability. A precisely machined ball makes the movement silky smooth.
- Leofoto BLUE MR.Y LY-224C 10 Layer Carbon Y Shaped Centre Tripod with LH-25 Ball Head
- Tripod case
- QC passed certificate
- Warranty card
- Instructions
- Allen Key X4
- Multi-tool kit
1. What is the Leofoto MR.Y LY-224C used for?
It’s designed for travel, landscape, macro, and general photography where lightweight gear and compact size are the priority.
2. What is the maximum load capacity?
It supports up to 6kg, suitable for mirrorless cameras and light DSLR setups.
3. What is the height range?
It ranges from 125mm minimum to 1410mm maximum, depending on centre column position.
4. What makes the MR.Y series different?
It uses a Y-shaped centre column, which allows the legs to fold closer together, making the tripod more compact when packed.
5. Does it include a centre column?
Yes, it includes a centre column that can be adjusted for extra height or lower-angle shooting flexibility.
6. What material is it made from?
It uses 10-layer carbon fibre legs, which improve stiffness, reduce vibration, and keep weight very low.
7. Is it good for travel photography?
Yes, it’s extremely lightweight (around 1kg including head), making it ideal for hiking and travel use.
8. Can it shoot low-angle or macro?
Yes, it goes down to 125mm, making it suitable for macro and ground-level compositions.
9. Is it stable in windy conditions?
It’s stable for its size, but best used with lighter camera setups due to its compact travel design.
10. Why choose the MR.Y LY-224C?
It’s a strong choice if you want a very portable, backpack-friendly tripod that still gives full shooting range for everyday travel photography.
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