Ball Head for a Monopod
Sep 23, 2018 07:24:58 #
Thank you. I like this - any links to give me an idea please. Stupid question : what do you mean by "IMHO this is the bomb". Grace
MrBob wrote:
I have used a ball head for ages... VERY stable, instant target acquisition and NO fumbling with knobs... right hand stays on camera/controls while left hand controls camera movement. All combinations work but IMHO this is the bomb.
Sep 23, 2018 07:26:29 #
Can you give me some info on this ballhead please? My lens is small (18-300) . Thanks Grace
imagemeister wrote:
I have also used the Manfro #222 grip action ball head on a monopod - it is OK - especially for smaller/lighter lenses like the one you show - but I would not recommend for heavier stuff !....
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Sep 23, 2018 14:25:10 #
Grace98 wrote:
Can you give me some info on this ballhead please? My lens is small (18-300) . Thanks Grace
Actually, the #222 grip action ball head is no longer made by Manfrotto - but new ones are being made by others under a different naming. Here is a listing for a used one in the UK -
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Manfrotto-222-joystick-style-tripod-head-removable-top-plate-for-RC2-mount-2/163257393580?hash=item2602e621ac:g:d6wAAOSwRdNbDStr
Here is one with A/S QR - https://www.ebay.com/itm/Manfrotto-3265-222-Joystick-Ball-Head-w-Arca-compatible-Clamp-Both-MINT-COND/142852392237?epid=153237603&hash=item2142aa852d:g:Xf4AAOSwT69bOu39
Without a tripod collar on the lens ( like the 18-300) , shooting vertical will be very challenging from a monopod - you will need a "L" bracket of some kind or a very substantial conventional ball head - shooting horizontal OK.
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Sep 23, 2018 14:33:43 #
Grace98 wrote:
Thank you. I like this - any links to give me an idea please. Stupid question : what do you mean by "IMHO this is the bomb". Grace
I am sorry Grace if I was not clear... by being the " Bomb " I meant it as a slang for the " BEST I have used on my monopod... The longest lens I have is a 300mm which has a FOV of a 480 on my 60 D. The pistol grip is made by " Slik " and I have had it for years; I don't know if they have changed the design or not but I LOVE the one-handed pistol grip operation. It is SO easy to manage with one hand and IMHO is rock solid for anything I would think up to medium telephoto. I also have a high dollar acratech and Gitzo and they both stay in the drawer. Actually the pic I posted was from an earlier post where I mentioned keeping 2 velcro straps wrapped on Pod in case you wanted to lash it to a fence post or railing. I am far from a Pro or ANY kind of expert but I do experiment and stick to what works for me. Good luck in your Quest... Bob
Sep 23, 2018 14:36:03 #
I might add Grace that it has a proprietary Quick release plate which works well.
Sep 23, 2018 19:55:02 #
Sep 23, 2018 21:29:18 #
The kirk monopod head only moves on one direction. You'd be better off with the kirk ball head. Full range of motion. I bought the kirk monopod head. Years later it only gathers dust.
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genobrown wrote:
Kirk monopod head.
Sep 24, 2018 09:02:08 #
digit-up wrote:
>snip>I grasp the Camera & BALL and then unlock the BALL, let it dangle AS I position The shaft <snip>
I don't know. It sounds painful.
Sep 24, 2018 09:15:25 #
MrBob wrote:
I am sorry Grace if I was not clear... by being th... (show quote)
Back before "lit" we said "bomb" though I hear "lit" is so last spring. Depending on your age the progression looks something like: boss, groovy, rad, bad, the bomb. Now today, it’s “lit.” Or at least last December it was "lit"
Sep 24, 2018 09:56:01 #
dsmeltz wrote:
Back before "lit" we said "bomb" though I hear "lit" is so last spring. Depending on your age the progression looks something like: boss, groovy, rad, bad, the bomb. Now today, it’s “lit.” Or at least last December it was "lit"
I prob. should have said it was " The Bees Knees " or maybe " The Cats Meow " I can't keep up.... I think we are headed back to Hierglyphics with all the acronyms... LOL
Sep 24, 2018 12:56:12 #
Sep 24, 2018 12:57:06 #
Thanks Bob
MrBob wrote:
I might add Grace that it has a proprietary Quick release plate which works well.
Sep 24, 2018 12:59:38 #
In the UK, the younger generation tend to say "Cool". Actually they answer each comment with a "Cool" :)
dsmeltz wrote:
Back before "lit" we said "bomb" though I hear "lit" is so last spring. Depending on your age the progression looks something like: boss, groovy, rad, bad, the bomb. Now today, it’s “lit.” Or at least last December it was "lit"
Sep 24, 2018 13:00:24 #
Or COOL...ha ha
MrBob wrote:
I prob. should have said it was " The Bees Knees " or maybe " The Cats Meow " I can't keep up.... I think we are headed back to Hierglyphics with all the acronyms... LOL
Sep 24, 2018 13:22:42 #
Grace98 wrote:
In the UK, the younger generation tend to say "Cool". Actually they answer each comment with a "Cool" :)
Cool!
Now I feel young!
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