So, it's that time of year again, to give family member gift ideas. Well, I'm tired of lugging around my tripod for everthing when a monopod could easily fit the bill for 60% of it. So, I'm looking at monopods. My question/s are this:
All my other stands, photo and taping are manfrotto's. Should I stick with this or can I get more bang for the buck with another brand like giottos, etc..?
I would like to keep the cost under $100, preferrebly under $80, so that will factor into the decision.
Fairly compact, a quick release head is a must as well as a swivel/tilt head.
Any recs to fit this bill? There are a ton on bhphoto, but I want a hands on rec. Thanks guys!
I am also interested in hearing about Monopods. I've been meaning to get one for my Z1U.
I have bought a cheap 10$ monopod on ebay, with just a screw on top without any option of tilting or anything. Just a stick with a screw, it is 68" tall.
I am very happy about it, would just like it to 4" taller.
I have been taping a fiew shows in the crows with that.
Best wishes
Steen
Quote from: asmusu2 on December 01, 2007, 10:40:30 AM
I have bought a cheap 10$ monopod on ebay, with just a screw on top without any option of tilting or anything. Just a stick with a screw, it is 68" tall.
I am very happy about it, would just like it to 4" taller.
I have been taping a fiew shows in the crows with that.
Best wishes
Steen
thanks for the response. I thought about that route but I need a pro monopod with ability to rotated the head both horizontaly and vertically for different shots. I would consider this a biz expense as most of what I do is for future display so it's worth it to me to have a good one. However, I do have a budget, which is under 100. That's where the manufacturer names come into play. Manfrottos are more expensive.
I bought this and I tell ya it is high quality. Solid in every way. I love it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200141507562
Quote from: tapermark on December 01, 2007, 02:41:43 PM
I bought this and I tell ya it is high quality. Solid in every way. I love it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200141507562
Can't beat that price... seems like most monopods are way overpriced. I've been very happy with my dynatrans ebay mic stand.
I've used a buddy's monopod with a bogen quick action ball head and really liked it... I'm pretty sure it is the 3265. I haven't used the smaller bogen ball heads.
(http://home.wi.rr.com/n9uur/images/t-head.gif)
Quote from: Freelunch on December 01, 2007, 03:10:00 PM
Quote from: tapermark on December 01, 2007, 02:41:43 PM
I bought this and I tell ya it is high quality. Solid in every way. I love it.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=200141507562
Can't beat that price... seems like most monopods are way overpriced. I've been very happy with my dynatrans ebay mic stand.
I've used a buddy's monopod with a bogen quick action ball head and really liked it... I'm pretty sure it is the 3265. I haven't used the smaller bogen ball heads.
(http://home.wi.rr.com/n9uur/images/t-head.gif)
That might be what I'm looking for. Thanks!
I'll check that ebay one to when I get off work.
I use a Manfrotto 680B with an Acratech clamp. I use Arca Swiss type plates for my camera and video camera. My son has a 681B with a Manfrotto 3232 tiltable head for his spotting scope. His monopod has a RRS clamp. You don't need the Arca Type clamps to use these two monopods. The 680B is more compact--about 24 inches.
680B
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?shs=Manfrotto+680B&ci=0&sb=ps&pn=1&sq=desc&InitialSearch=yes&O=RootPage.jsp&A=search&Q=*&bhs=t
681B
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5480-REG/Bogen_Manfrotto_681B_681B_Monopod_Black_.html
Both less than $60.00
3232--~$21.00
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/5498-REG/Bogen_Manfrotto_3232_3232_Swivel_Tilt_Head.html
Acratech Clamp I use
http://acratech.net/miva/merchant.mv?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=AOS&Product_Code=1141&Category_Code=QRC
RRS Clamp my sone uses
http://www.reallyrightstuff.com/rrs/Itemdesc.asp?ic=B2%2DPro&eq=&Tp=
Are you using the Manfrotto quick release plates?
Quote from: wjlapier on December 05, 2007, 04:38:09 PM
Are you using the Manfrotto quick release plates?
yes, but can't remember the model number, it's in my trunk. Thanks for the links. That's in my price range.
found the thread helpful...THANKS!
ended up getting a manfrotto monopod. Loving it!
Quote from: stirinthesauce on January 02, 2008, 11:30:27 PM
ended up getting a manfrotto monopod. Loving it!
What head did you end up going with?
Quote from: phanophish on January 03, 2008, 10:28:56 AM
Quote from: stirinthesauce on January 02, 2008, 11:30:27 PM
ended up getting a manfrotto monopod. Loving it!
What head did you end up going with?
I decided I don't need two heads, so I just swap out my manfrotto ball head w/ quick release between the two (tripod and monopod).
Quote from: stirinthesauce on January 03, 2008, 10:30:36 AM
Quote from: phanophish on January 03, 2008, 10:28:56 AM
Quote from: stirinthesauce on January 02, 2008, 11:30:27 PM
ended up getting a manfrotto monopod. Loving it!
What head did you end up going with?
I decided I don't need two heads, so I just swap out my manfrotto ball head w/ quick release between the two (tripod and monopod).
do you have the same ball head shown above in this thread? thats what I use on my tripod (except mine is green)..but i am not sure if I would like that on a monopod. If you do have the same one...how do you like it on the mono?
No, not the one above, though it does look mighty nice. Mighty spendy too ;)
My head is a manfrotto 484RC2
Tripod is manfrotto 190XDB
Monopod is manfrotto 680b
Quote from: stirinthesauce on January 03, 2008, 12:38:56 PM
No, not the one above, though it does look mighty nice. Mighty spendy too ;)
My head is a manfrotto 484RC2
Tripod is manfrotto 190XDB
Monopod is manfrotto 680b
yea, well, I stole the tripod/head from my brother. I let him borrow my 40d and lens on his trip to Europe, so i took his tripod, and haven't returned it, not sure when I will.
I was looking at that exact ball head for the monopod. Not really sure if I need to invest in the monopod right now, but I have been thinking about it for sports. however, $ is TIGHT!..and I DO become unemployed on Feb 28th. I have started applying for jobs again, I SHOULD have taken the offer in Nashville, but really didn't feel like a good fit at the time. ugg.. back to the photo talk!
Quote from: RaZoRbAcK on January 03, 2008, 12:55:00 PM
Quote from: stirinthesauce on January 03, 2008, 12:38:56 PM
No, not the one above, though it does look mighty nice. Mighty spendy too ;)
My head is a manfrotto 484RC2
Tripod is manfrotto 190XDB
Monopod is manfrotto 680b
yea, well, I stole the tripod/head from my brother. I let him borrow my 40d and lens on his trip to Europe, so i took his tripod, and haven't returned it, not sure when I will.
I was looking at that exact ball head for the monopod. Not really sure if I need to invest in the monopod right now, but I have been thinking about it for sports. however, $ is TIGHT!..and I DO become unemployed on Feb 28th. I have started applying for jobs again, I SHOULD have taken the offer in Nashville, but really didn't feel like a good fit at the time. ugg.. back to the photo talk!
I like that ball head, nice and compact and sturdy. I opted for this one ratehr than one with a "handle" as I wanted a small footprint. It's strong, smooth and I like the quick release plate. I'm diggin on the monopod. Need some time off to go shoot again.
Just sold 2 framed prints this morning and have an order for another along with someone wanting to use the same image on a save the date invite. w00t! My biggest concern is the save the date. I could license a certain number of images to be used (probably around 250 since she expects about 175 there). Ideally, I would want to do the entire save the date invititation on media that I design to get all the money, plus, I wouldn't be sending the image to her but would have complete control over the use. Thoughts?