The Manfrotto 273 is a compact aluminum surveying adapter that attaches to a 3/8″ tripod head screw, providing a 5/8″ top screw for compatible surveying instruments. It weighs 0.4 kg, is designed and manufactured in Italy, and provides a direct interface between a camera tripod and surveying equipment.
The Manfrotto 273 is a compact aluminum surveying adapter that attaches to a 3/8″ tripod head screw, providing a 5/8″ top screw for compatible surveying instruments. It weighs 0.4 kg, is designed and manufactured in Italy, and provides a direct interface between a camera tripod and surveying equipment.

The Manfrotto 273 adapter screws onto a standard tripod-head screw through its lower 3/8″ female thread. Its upper 5/8″ screw accepts compatible surveying and measuring instruments.
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