I have the VH-R2 tilt head and it does come with a RP-20 quick release plate.
Thank you. Now I just have to decide between the Oben 2500 and the Oben 2400 and between the Manfrotto 234RC and the VH-R2 Tilt head. I am 5'5" tall. Which monopod do you think would work best with that height? I noticed in the specs that the Oben 2500 is a little taller than the 2400.
I use an Oben carbon fiber monopod, they make either a 4 or 5 section model (the 5 section collapses down smaller). There is a retractable steel spike in the foot which comes in handy when you use it as a walking stick. I use a 4 section one, it works well for both purposes.
I just looked at the page you linked and am thinking of getting this monopod. Do you use either the Oben-QRA-R2 quick release or the Oben VH-R2 tilt head with it?
Shoot with Nikon D7100 with Tamron 150-600 lens. About 4 LBS. Any suggestion would be appreciated. Hopefullly under 50.00 with no ball head.
I want to get a monopod also. I shoot with the Nikon D7100 and the Nikon 80-400mm lens with a Kirk lens collar. I also have a AF-S Nikon 70-200mm f/2.8 lens I would appreciate any information and suggestions as to monopods, release plates, etc. I hope I can tag along also. DeAnne
Great Shots! You did a wonderful job shooting them. They stay in one place for such a short time it is tough getting a good shot of them. What camera and lens did you use? You have such great detail on their feathers. I really like the first one.
The set up you have will work fine.Like someone mentioned avoid changing your lens . My last trip I used my nikon 80-400mm and a D7000 95% of the time with great results.
Great photos! Did you use a monopod with your nikon 80-400 and D7000? Or, were the camera and the 80-400mm hand held?
You are so lucky! I have one that hoots in my tree some nights, but I have never been able to find where its nest is. These are wonderful photos. I really like the second one and the last one. Their eyes are captivating.
Question: When you post on Flickr did you have to put both the small size and the larger ones of each, or does it make 'viewable' (smaller) ones automatically? What's the limit, if any on amount one can post?
I too use Flickr. I always post a small size for web photo. I recommend doing that because it uses up less of the space that Flickr gives you and it someone should download your photo they are only getting a small image.
In February I went to New Orleans. Since I was doing mostly research in libraries I couldn't take much photo equipment. I took only my 24-70mm F/2.8 and my D7100 and I found they were perfect for when I did have time to take photos.
I have a Manfrotto Carbon-Fiber 4 stage mono pod. Collapsed, it is quite small. It is also light. I use it with the new Nikon 80-400 MM zoom. It works for me as a walking stick when I'm at a Wild Life Reserve, moving to a shooting spot. I have "quick connect" plates on lens and mono pod, making mounting or dismounting of the lens quite easy.
I'm thinking about buying the Manfrotto 294 Carbon Fiber Monopod. What type of "quick connect" plates do you have on your lens and monopod? DeAnne
I'm just wondering, cause that thing is HEAVY!! My other question, then, would be, if it's mostly used on a tripod, why would VR or VRII be so crucial?
The secret is no secret! I use "Cracked Corn"! I put it in a bucket with a lid and carry it to the pond! Then after I throw the corn into the pond I sit on the bucket and wait for the ducks to come to me! If I walk around they fly away! Getting low seems to be the trick and being very still.
What great photos and thanks for the wonderful tip. I'm going to try a bucket with cracked corn or some other seeds and see if I can have the same luck. I haven't seen any wood ducks around here, but I'll try it with the ducks and geese we have. DeAnne