Monopod
Aug 7, 2016 15:46:53 #
Zaydewise
Loc: Nashville TN
Looking for a suggestion for a collapsible monopod for traveling. Looking for something lightweight and sturdy enough for hiking.
Aug 7, 2016 15:52:54 #
You might check out the MeFoto Walkabout monopod - about $59. Load Capacity: 30.9 lb Max Height: 59.1"
Closed Length: 18.1" Sections: 4 Weight: 1.4 lb
Closed Length: 18.1" Sections: 4 Weight: 1.4 lb
Aug 7, 2016 15:53:46 #
Manfrotto model#290 carbon fiber would do the job nicely. B&H has it for $89.98 and it weighs 1.1 pounds.
Aug 7, 2016 16:36:59 #
It depends upon your budget and what load capacity you are looking for. This is at one end for $59 and load capacity of 50lbs
http://www.monoprice.com/Product?p_id=11786&gclid=Cj0KEQjwuJu9BRDP_-HN9eXs1_UBEiQAlfW39tp9ymvsTA_RuCjG5KAa8CF1VTUs-ICD7AkLX9fUKSkaAsa08P8HAQ
and GITZO at the other end at $310 load capacity 39lbs.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=569171&gclid=Cj0KEQjwuJu9BRDP_-HN9eXs1_UBEiQAlfW39vnHHKGFNU0WV89D_kehUYkDojLKBXoPMcLMZolPX2EaAiQ38P8HAQ&is=REG&ap=y&m=Y&c3api=1876%2C92051678882%2C&Q=&A=details
http://www.monoprice.com/Product?p_id=11786&gclid=Cj0KEQjwuJu9BRDP_-HN9eXs1_UBEiQAlfW39tp9ymvsTA_RuCjG5KAa8CF1VTUs-ICD7AkLX9fUKSkaAsa08P8HAQ
and GITZO at the other end at $310 load capacity 39lbs.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/bnh/controller/home?O=&sku=569171&gclid=Cj0KEQjwuJu9BRDP_-HN9eXs1_UBEiQAlfW39vnHHKGFNU0WV89D_kehUYkDojLKBXoPMcLMZolPX2EaAiQ38P8HAQ&is=REG&ap=y&m=Y&c3api=1876%2C92051678882%2C&Q=&A=details
Zaydewise wrote:
Looking for a suggestion for a collapsible monopod for traveling. Looking for something lightweight and sturdy enough for hiking.
Aug 7, 2016 17:35:18 #
rjaywallace wrote:
You might check out the MeFoto Walkabout monopod - about $59. Load Capacity: 30.9 lb Max Height: 59.1"
Closed Length: 18.1" Sections: 4 Weight: 1.4 lb
Closed Length: 18.1" Sections: 4 Weight: 1.4 lb
Concur with rjay. I put an Oben ball head on mine. Works very well with my Tamron 70-200 & 150-500.
Aug 7, 2016 19:09:54 #
Zaydewise wrote:
Looking for a suggestion for a collapsible monopod for traveling. Looking for something lightweight and sturdy enough for hiking.
By hiking, do you mean to use as a walking stick also??
SS
Aug 7, 2016 19:35:52 #
Aug 7, 2016 20:45:46 #
Carl D wrote:
Manfrotto model#290 carbon fiber would do the job nicely. B&H has it for $89.98 and it weighs 1.1 pounds.
That's the ticket.
Aug 8, 2016 06:59:10 #
Leitz
Loc: Solms
Zaydewise wrote:
Looking for a suggestion for a collapsible monopod for traveling. Looking for something lightweight and sturdy enough for hiking.
Take your pick!
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/buy/Monopods-Unipods/ci/397/N/4075788738
Aug 8, 2016 09:42:28 #
ronf78155
Loc: Seguin Texas
Manfrotto 290 ....I have it, use it, and absolutely love it. I Seldom need a tripod
Aug 8, 2016 09:42:57 #
mohawk51
Loc: Texas
Zaydewise wrote:
Looking for a suggestion for a collapsible monopod for traveling. Looking for something lightweight and sturdy enough for hiking.
I bought a SLIK carbon fiber collapsible monopod a few years ago. Very light weight and reliable. No complaints.
Aug 8, 2016 09:59:37 #
Aug 8, 2016 10:01:41 #
mohawk51
Loc: Texas
ronf78155 wrote:
Manfrotto 290 ....I have it, use it, and absolutely love it. I Seldom need a tripod
I agree regarding a tripod. Besides they are kind of a pain.
Aug 8, 2016 10:27:11 #
peterg
Loc: Santa Rosa, CA
Love my Sirui P-326 carbon monopod - Sturdy, collapses to 15, which is great for traveling. My others are too heavy & long to pack or are flimsy & broken. Review at http://havecamerawilltravel.com/photographer/sirui-p-326-carbon-fiber-monopod-review
Aug 8, 2016 10:29:55 #
Zaydewise wrote:
Looking for a suggestion for a collapsible monopod for traveling. Looking for something lightweight and sturdy enough for hiking.
I like my Vanguard VEO CM-264 with a Vanguard SBH-50 ball head. Light, compact and it has a wrist strap and grip that also make it a great hiking pole.
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