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Manfrotto Monopod

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B-Man:

--- Quote from: ScottyP on May 08, 2012, 09:54:38 PM ---It is the heads that have the relatively wimpy max weight loads.  Getting a monopod that can handle 17 or 26 or more pounds is really no big deal.  Getting a head to do more than 5.5 pounds or so is a fairly expensive upgrade.

One could always buy the flat monopod only and rotate the camera inside the tripod foot on the lens, as long as you don't switch between portrait and landscape orientation constantly.

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Yes, what you said is true. Getting a better ball head is a fairly expensive upgrade. Alternatively i can get the Manfrotto 679b Aluminum Monopod and able to get a better ball head but i still prefer the carbon fibre over the aluminum monopod because of the shorter closed height, higher maximum height and lighter weight of the monopod.

I can just get the monopod only and still switch between portrait and landscape orientation easily because of the provided Canon Tripod Mount Ring for my 70-200mm but the problem arise when using the kit lens. Further on, another problem is when zooming or focusing subject which is higher than my eye-level, so i have to tilt back the whole monopod with my camera just to get that shoot.

Another plan use for that monopod is taking photos in theater event or stage drama at my Uni. Using the 70-200mm hand-held for few hours is really tiring. Last February i used my tripod but it was not very practical using in a tight spaces.

B-Man:

--- Quote from: neuroanatomist on May 09, 2012, 12:43:41 AM ---
--- Quote from: B-Man on May 08, 2012, 06:45:53 PM ---The Wimberley C-12 clamps looks great! It is quite difficult to get that stuff in UK and it cost around £80+ each by just goggling it ..LOL! Maybe someone can point me to an online store based in UK?

How long you have been using your 694cx Monopod? Is it that really good? Have you got any problem with the lock mechanism? Any drawbacks or complain about it?

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Try http://www.bobrigby.com/.

I've had the 694CX for over 2 years, no issues at all.  I use it frequently during the spring and summer.

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Glad to hear that and thanks for the link. Will check it later today. :)

bycostello:
can't help but think for night photography, i.e. very long exposures you really want the stability of a tripod...

dilbert:
I love my Manfrotto monopod. It often doubles as a walking stick. It's a damn sight more solid than most of the aluminium walking sticks!

dstppy:
I bought a monopod first because it seemed like a good idea, didn't really use it.

Once I got a good (carbon) tripod setup, I figured the monopod wasted money.

Suggestion:  Get a quick-release tripod ring for the 70-200 and leave it mounted --- I've recently found use for the monopod in this way and it keeps it light and usable.

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