Advice on a monopod.
Mar 27, 2018 19:15:05 #
I am looking for a new monopod. Any suggestions? Cost is not an issue. I want something sturdy and stable with a ball head. Just curious as to what others are using.
Mar 27, 2018 19:24:33 #
First bit of advice is skip the ball head, they do not work well with a monopod.
Look at a tilt head instead.
I had a Nest NT-123a monopod that I liked but no longer own.
Look at a tilt head instead.
I had a Nest NT-123a monopod that I liked but no longer own.
Mar 27, 2018 20:27:47 #
Check Sirui monopods. I own this one:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1348559-REG/sirui_sup324sr_p_324sr_carbon_fiber_photo_video.html
along with their L-10 tilt head:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1348559-REG/sirui_sup324sr_p_324sr_carbon_fiber_photo_video.html
Best I've found yet, and the feet give you a lot more lateral stability whil still being a monopod.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1348559-REG/sirui_sup324sr_p_324sr_carbon_fiber_photo_video.html
along with their L-10 tilt head:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1348559-REG/sirui_sup324sr_p_324sr_carbon_fiber_photo_video.html
Best I've found yet, and the feet give you a lot more lateral stability whil still being a monopod.
Mar 27, 2018 21:29:41 #
RickTaylor wrote:
I am looking for a new monopod. Any suggestions? Cost is not an issue. I want something sturdy and stable with a ball head. Just curious as to what others are using.
Manfrotto X-PRO4 with Manfrotto Tilt-head 234RC - cheap and quick release with locking mechansim.
Use it for BIF and Sports. (I can take it off the head easily and re-attach )
Good for all my gear @ heaviest 5DmkIV with 150-600 C
I was advised against Ball heads for a monopod by other UHHers....good advice.
(and I always keep the camera strap around my neck while on the monopod just in case:-)
If you have a "HEAVY" lens, you will need to get alternate advice from others as I don't think this setup will handle anything bigger than
what I have....
Mar 27, 2018 22:00:10 #
RickTaylor wrote:
I am looking for a new monopod. Any suggestions? Cost is not an issue. I want something sturdy and stable with a ball head. Just curious as to what others are using.
I use a GITZO Carbon Fiber Monopod
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1286941-REG/gitzo_gm4552l_series_4_carbon.html
The head I use is a Really Right Stuff
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1286941-REG/gitzo_gm4552l_series_4_carbon.html
When you check the specs you will find they will exceed what you can throw at it.
Mar 27, 2018 22:08:24 #
PixelStan77 wrote:
I use a GITZO Carbon Fiber Monopod
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1286941-REG/gitzo_gm4552l_series_4_carbon.html
The head I use is a Really Right Stuff
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1286941-REG/gitzo_gm4552l_series_4_carbon.html
What is the model on the head. There are so many different ones
When you check the specs you will find they will exceed what you can throw at it.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1286941-REG/gitzo_gm4552l_series_4_carbon.html
The head I use is a Really Right Stuff
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1286941-REG/gitzo_gm4552l_series_4_carbon.html
What is the model on the head. There are so many different ones
When you check the specs you will find they will exceed what you can throw at it.
Mar 28, 2018 01:06:38 #
Mar 28, 2018 07:34:33 #
That monopod tilt head link was wrong. Here it is : https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/892554-REG/Sirui_bsrl10_L_Series_Monopod_Tilt.html?sts=pi
Mar 28, 2018 08:26:16 #
Make sure that the monopod you get extends far enough so that your camera can be at eye level. I am 6’1” and find that some mono pods are not tall enough to work well for me. I have a Poloroid brand monopod from B&H that works well. I prefer to use it with no head attached at all.
Mar 28, 2018 08:26:42 #
I have the Gitzo GM5561T monopod which is very strong and compact for any travel,or transport. Found it on eBay in like new condition for about half of new cost. RRS two way tilt monopod head. Top shelf head and worth the money if you are supporting valuable gear. RRS monopod area also a great choice but not inexpensive. Also got my head on eBay in great condition at much less than new. But it takes knowledge and a lot of watching to get great deals on eBay these days.
Best,
Todd Ferguson
Best,
Todd Ferguson
Mar 28, 2018 08:28:07 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
That's a great monopod head; I've been using one for years. The Gitzo is also a tank and will hold most anything.
Mar 28, 2018 08:51:37 #
JTann
Loc: North East, MD
rwilson1942 wrote:
First bit of advice is skip the ball head, they do not work well with a monopod.
Look at a tilt head instead.
I had a Nest NT-123a monopod that I liked but no longer own.
Look at a tilt head instead.
I had a Nest NT-123a monopod that I liked but no longer own.
I concur regarding NO to the ball head. Even a tilt head may not be necessary if you're shooting horizontal format.
Mar 28, 2018 09:00:25 #
I read the suggestions to not use a ball head but no reason is given. I just bought a Tamron 150-600 and tried it out at the local hockey arena using a monopod and ball head. Admittedly, it was a little too much lens for the arena but I had some excellent results. I had no problems using it and during quiet times the camera could be tilted back to max where it took the weight off me. Of course I still had to pay attention to balance but overall I found this to be a very good option. So instead of listening to "oh don't do that cause I read it on the web" I'd like to know why I shouldn't use a ball head.
Mar 28, 2018 09:06:08 #
big-guy wrote:
I read the suggestions to not use a ball head but ... (show quote)
If you have never used a tilt head it's hard to explain. Tilt heads only give you 2 levels of motion; up and down and circular and with a monopod that's all you need. Anything else you just tilt the monopod. Tilt heads give you a little better control with less adjustment problems. I've tried both and would never go back to a ball head on my monopod. I much prefer the tilt head.
Mar 28, 2018 09:19:06 #
Here is mine
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IEYO6IK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01IEYO6IK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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