tripod or monopod
Jun 21, 2014 08:38:07 #
get a benro, carbon fibre tripod, that converts to a monopod
its expensive but worth it, next year when I go to Alaska, I"m bringing mine!
its expensive but worth it, next year when I go to Alaska, I"m bringing mine!
Jun 21, 2014 09:03:43 #
djenrette
Loc: Philadelphia
The best answer is "it depends." I have often had great plans to bring and use a solid tripod, but --unless I am on a specific ($$$) assignment, it is too much trouble. For sports (football especially) a monopod is almost mandatory. The rest of the time I rely on VR -- and with burst of 5 shots or so and a raised ISO there is always at least one perfectly sharp photo. Occasionally I use a Leitz table top tripod or the smallest gitzo monopod (which is light and can hang on my belt). Well. when you carry around a tripod at least you LOOK like a photographer! I usually prefer to stay under the radar.
Jun 21, 2014 09:08:27 #
Gardner310
Loc: Wheaton, IL
Bill Houghton wrote:
I just looked at the MeFOTO RoadTrip Travel Tripod Kit, I'm going to ordering that next week. Looks like it fits both needs. Folds up to only 15" and a little bit.
I have one and love it. I travel a lot and am often with a group of people. Easy conversion to the monopod because so often the tripod just doesn't work on a tour
Jun 21, 2014 09:33:58 #
What about sunsets,sunrise, night and any low ISO when you want the best quality images ?
ole sarg wrote:
For a trip to alaska i would take neither.
One seems to shoot big and bright in Alaska. F 11+ at 250th or better and you don't need a tripod or monopod for that kind of shooting.
One seems to shoot big and bright in Alaska. F 11+ at 250th or better and you don't need a tripod or monopod for that kind of shooting.
Jun 21, 2014 09:35:17 #
ole sarg wrote:
For a trip to alaska i would take neither.
One seems to shoot big and bright in Alaska. F 11+ at 250th or better and you don't need a tripod or monopod for that kind of shooting.
One seems to shoot big and bright in Alaska. F 11+ at 250th or better and you don't need a tripod or monopod for that kind of shooting.
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Jun 21, 2014 09:36:55 #
suihk wrote:
I am going on a trip to Alaska and wondering if I should take a tripod or monopod.
I never travel without a tripod, most times I'll take two (well the monopod comes along too, of course).
Jun 21, 2014 09:37:52 #
ole sarg wrote:
For a trip to alaska i would take neither.
One seems to shoot big and bright in Alaska. F 11+ at 250th or better and you don't need a tripod or monopod for that kind of shooting.
One seems to shoot big and bright in Alaska. F 11+ at 250th or better and you don't need a tripod or monopod for that kind of shooting.
Obviously you have never shot the Northern Lights. Or Mt. Denali in the moonlight.
Jun 21, 2014 10:52:45 #
suihk wrote:
I do have both tripod and monopod, Thank you for the advice, will probably bring both.
Probably the best idea. One thing that could help - Take a couple of bungee-cord hold-down straps with the hooks on each end. In a pinch you could strap your monopod to a more permanent object (like a post or bench) and temporarily get tripod stability.
Jun 21, 2014 10:55:43 #
suihk wrote:
I am going on a trip to Alaska and wondering if I should take a tripod or monopod.
A monopod is nearly as good stability wise but far more convenient to carry and use.
Jun 21, 2014 11:18:11 #
Steve_m wrote:
Another option is a "poor man monopod". It is about 12 feet of string. Tie the ends together to create a loop. Drape one end of the loop over the camera and step with one leg into the other end of the loop. Push camera upward and there you have it. Stores nicely in your pocket. Before you burst out laughing, let me tell you, that most of the professional photographers carry it and use it.
I use a dog leash. Attached to your quick-release plate, step in the loop.
Jun 21, 2014 12:03:39 #
If you are doing wildlife with a medium-long/large telephoto lens - you will want the speed, mobility and ergonomics of a monopod ........
Jun 21, 2014 12:46:28 #
Jun 21, 2014 12:47:51 #
lone ranger wrote:
get a benro, carbon fibre tripod, that converts to a monopod
its expensive but worth it, next year when I go to Alaska, I"m bringing mine!
its expensive but worth it, next year when I go to Alaska, I"m bringing mine!
Depending on where you are going in Alaska, you are either going to be allowed unlimited weight and/or volume, or be extremely limited. If it is somewhere remote, reached by small bush plane, you might have some hard choices that come down to ounces. I agree that if you are on the tourist circuit, you have the luxury or tripod, monopod, convertible or both. But sometimes you are limited to a small. light bag.
Jun 21, 2014 15:35:19 #
nicksr1125 wrote:
A monopod is great for travel unless you know in advance you have a reason to haul a tripod. It may not provide the stability of a tripod but it's better than nothing.
Using a monopod with image stabilization is pretty darn good. IMHO the main advantage of a tripod over this is slower and thinking of composition.
Jun 21, 2014 16:24:29 #
wlgoode wrote:
Using a monopod with image stabilization is pretty darn good. IMHO the main advantage of a tripod over this is slower and thinking of composition.
Yes, for non-moving/changing subjects ....
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