Monopod
May 1, 2020 16:18:01 #
bobforman
Loc: Anacortes, Washington State
Any recommendations for a monopod? Camera is a Nikon D5 with a zoom lens.
May 1, 2020 16:39:35 #
SIRUI P-326 6 Section Carbon Fiber Monopod Load Capacity 22lbs
with
Sirui L-10 Monopod Tilt Head load capacity 33lb
Both available at B&H
with
Sirui L-10 Monopod Tilt Head load capacity 33lb
Both available at B&H
May 1, 2020 16:41:45 #
The “search” function above will give you a whole lot of information.
May 1, 2020 16:44:14 #
bobforman wrote:
Any recommendations for a monopod? Camera is a Nikon D5 with a zoom lens.
I have 5 of them, including a homemade one, and I get equal results with all of them. It all comes down to your likes and dislikes. Your technique is what is most important. Always look for ways to anchor it so it can't move. If sitting, extend it out in front of you, and put one leg over it. Let the camera rest against your forehead so it can't move.
The only movement I need from the head is up/down. No need to turn side to side. A ball head is no advantage. A panhead is overkill. Just up/down is needed.
Weight can be an issue if you have to carry it around a lot.
May 1, 2020 16:51:11 #
Timmers
Loc: San Antonio Texas.
bobforman wrote:
Any recommendations for a monopod? Camera is a Nikon D5 with a zoom lens.
First, take your existing tripod, wrap tape or a bungee cord around the legs and try that out as a mono pod.
Next, along length of medium nylon cord, tie a loop large enough to put your shoe/boot in comfortably, the other end use a fender washer and a 3/4 to 1 inch 1/4-20 bolt to go into your camera's tripod hole. Adjust the length of the cord so it is comfortable when you pull up on the cord to add stability to your camera. A zip lock plastic bag to put it into and carry it always in the bottom of your camera bag.
Also, in a zip lock bag, and in the bottom of your camera bag should be a Bogen/Manfrotto Super Clamp with a ball and socket head. This goes on your tripod leg to shoot low, close to the ground, but it can go on a window, a window frame, 2 by 4, pipes, jungle jims, a tree trunk, most any where you can think of (ladder up in the air).
To answer your question, I use a medium size Gitzo mono pod with a medium ball head and quick release plate.
May 1, 2020 17:20:31 #
May 2, 2020 06:13:32 #
A refinement on the monopod function is the addition of « feet » to the monopod. I use a Gitzo monopod, but have added a Benro 3-legged base. This base is not sturdy enough to hold a camera rig unattended, but adds stability when in use. For travel, it folds up nicely. This comes to a slightly heavier rig than the P-326 mentioned above, but i prefer it for “serious” outings.
May 2, 2020 07:14:28 #
May 2, 2020 07:18:13 #
lehighjack
Loc: somewhere in FL
Explore iFootage carbon fibre monopods. Not cheap, but affordable and built very well
May 2, 2020 07:38:32 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
bobforman wrote:
Any recommendations for a monopod? Camera is a Nikon D5 with a zoom lens.
There are HUNDREDS of monopod's and only ONE you. You need to physically try them out, that is the ONLY way you will find the one you need.
BUT FIRST, VIEW THIS
https://backcountrygallery.com/using-a-gimbal-head-on-a-monopod/
May 2, 2020 08:03:46 #
JimH123 wrote:
I have 5 of them, including a homemade one, and I ... (show quote)
Actually I think a ball head with a pistol grip is a great advantage.... Left hand on pistol, right hand on camera body; easy peasey.... Fast acquisition and control.
May 2, 2020 08:14:39 #
Each person seems to have his / her own preferences. I have a “MeFoto” one, which doubles as a walking stick. It does a great job of why I got it - providing stability.
May 2, 2020 08:20:33 #
May 2, 2020 08:36:27 #
bobforman wrote:
Any recommendations for a monopod? Camera is a Nikon D5 with a zoom lens.
You didn’t tell us what you normally shoot, but here are my two cents. I have a Vanguard VEO AM-264TR. It has flip down legs that give added stability. That particular model has flip locks on the legs but it has been discontinued. Its replacement model is the same except that it has twist locks. I mount my Nest gimbal head on it. It works for me when I need a monopod rather than a tripod. I shoot birds and wildlife with a Tamron 150-600 G2 mounted on my Nikon D500.
Good luck on your quest!
May 2, 2020 08:47:38 #
foggypreacher
Loc: Dickinson, Texas
bobforman wrote:
Any recommendations for a monopod? Camera is a Nikon D5 with a zoom lens.
I bought a Benro Model TIS28A from one of the UHH members and really like it. One of the legs unscrews and is to be used as a monopod. I have not had the opportunity to use it yet, but will soon as I get less and less stable (in holding my camera, for you knuckleheads
). Good luck.
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