Manfrotto has announced the acquisition of Xume Adapters, a US-based company offering a range of quick-release adapters that allow photographers to attach lens caps and filters to their lenses quickly and with great precision. Utilising a magnetic solution that securely locks filters onto lenses, Manfrotto Xume accessories are safe for the lenses' focus mechanism, media cards, drives or other electronics. The strong magnetic attachment will keep the filter firmly in place – and ready to instantly swap out when a different filter is needed. Manfrotto Xumes adapters are available in 8 Sizes: 49mm, 52mm, 58mm, 62mm; 67mm, 72mm, 77mm, 82mm. The new Xume Adapter range will be distributed directly by Manfrotto Distribution, Manfrotto online shops and authorised distributors.

Manfrotto Press Release

MANFROTTO PRESENTS XUME ADAPTERS

Innovative magnetic adapters for instant filter changes

Manfrotto, world leader in the photography, imaging equipment and accessories industry, has announced the acquisition of Xume Adapters. A US –based company, Xume offers a range of quick release adapters that allow photographers to connect filters to their lenses quickly and with great precision.

The new Manfrotto XUME Adapters set image makers free, enabling professional and amateur photographers and videographers to say goodbye to the hassle and frustration of changing filters, ensuring no photographic moment is lost. With the XUME Adapters, photographers will never miss a shot by connecting the filter needed to the lens in instant with the utmost precision.

A revolutionary, magnetic solution that securely locks filters onto lenses, Manfrotto XUME accessories are safe for the lens’ focus mechanism, media cards, drives or other electronics. Simply mount the lens adapter to the camera lens, and the filter holder to the filter and bring the two together. The strong magnetic attachment will keep the filter firmly in place – and ready to instantly swap out when a different filter is needed.

A unique accessory, Manfrotto XUME Adapters:

• Are installed in an instant
• Are secure, with no moving parts and completely safe to use
• Have very low profile rings and are totally unobtrusive

Manfrotto XUME Lens adapters are available in 8 Sizes: 49mm, 52mm, 58mm, 62mm; 67mm, 72mm, 77mm, 82mm.

The Manfrotto XUME CAP is available only in 77mm size.

The new Xume Adapter range will be distributed directly by Manfrotto Distribution, Manfrotto online shops and authorized distributors, providing global distribution coverage via a network of highly qualified resellers and professional on line stores.

This acquisition further strengthens the Manfrotto portfolio, now offering an unrivalled and fully integrated range of Photo and Video supports, bags, LEDS and Lighting Controls.

For more information, please visit www.manfrotto.co.uk

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Manfrotto (Vitec Group)

Manfrotto is the world leader in the design, production and distribution of professional products for photography, video and entertainment. The company was founded in 1972 based on Lino Manfrotto’s experience, and its mission has always been to support and simplify the work of reporters, photographers and producers. The Imagine More project adds to this historical mission the idea of fuelling the enthusiasm of weekend photographers and supporting the surge of new amateurs. Part of the UK-based Vitec Group since 1989, Manfrotto has now become a worldwide presence. In its eight key markets – Italy, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, China, Japan, Hong Kong and the United States – it is represented by its own direct distribution system, Manfrotto Distribution, whereas in 80 other countries sales are handled by independent distributors

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