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2016-09-05T13:07:17

Rated 5 out of 5

Metal is better some times.....

I used a carbon monopod to shoot semipro football from the sidelines. I was run over and had to shoot the carbon monopod, it received a broken leg in the collision. It's heaver but I hope it can take a lick and keep on ticking.... So far haven't been run over so far.

CLIFFORD Z.

2016-06-26T17:29:06

Rated 5 out of 5

GREAT MONOPOD

at first I wasn't sure how to use it, but it's great , sturdy, lightweight.. hoping it lasts a long time, great value

ROBIN A.

2015-05-21T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent tool

I use mine with a Manfrotto quick release. Heavy enough to act like a stabilizer when moving about. Great for getting overhead shots.

Mikal B.

2013-08-06T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Solid and easily adjusted

This monopod is very useful when shooting wildlife or sports events, where a quick setup, adjustment, and fast relocation is necessary. It works great with heavy telephoto lenses, like a Nikon 28-300mm. It maybe a little heavy, but it is built well and the leg clamps are strong. I like to use it in conjunction with Manfrotto tripods withs a different head with quick releases.

James J.

2013-07-01T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Manfrotto 679B Monopod

Got this monopod to replace earlier version which unfortunately got damaged after almost 15 years of great service. While I am pretty good when shooting at slower speeds, having a support such as this monopod is a definite plus, even with vibration-reduction lenses. When working with longer focal lengths, it is a MUST. I'm happy to say that the new version of this monopod is as well built as the original and has some great additions (especially the rubber grip, extra large mounting base and improved locking clamps.) Will be using this with my D300 and D600, especially when using my Tamron 200-500mm tele and my Nikkor 70-300mm VR zoom lenses. What I love about it is that while it is extremely strong, it is light weight and compact. This a great piece of equipment to have when you need some extra support and don't have the time to set up a tripod. I have quick releases for the cameras and lenses so I can be ready to go very quickly. It also doubles as a neat walking stick when hiking. All in all, a "must have" for any serious photographer.

hduzeph

2013-06-09T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Product

Excellent product. Well constructed. Great value for the price. Holds Sigma 150-500mm lens.

ANITZA V.

2013-02-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love the monopod.

I find it ideal in situations where a tripod is too conspicuous or bulky--videotaping child's piano recital or school production. Great on the sidelines with a telephoto.

WILLIAM B.

2012-12-13T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

nice monopod

Being my first real monopod. This one seems to be put together well. Finish is nice and it wont break the bank.

JEFF R.

2012-12-12T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Good value

Good value for the money. Very sturdy so far. Holds a 300 2.8, Nikon D300 plus grip with no problem.

BRAD L.

2012-12-12T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very sturdy

Purchased for upcoming photo safari to Tanzania

Bob

2012-08-19T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Bogen-Manfrotto Three Section Monopod

The mono pod is great. It is easy to use and locks fast and securely - much better than the twist type locks.

jim

2012-08-08T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Heavy Duty!

Perfect for sports photography

Sports M.

2012-06-27T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid, convenient, excellent quality

Excellent built, easy to operate. Manfrotto quality throughout. It can be used on its own with the camera, without the head. However, it is on the heavy side.

DIMITRI D.

2012-06-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Very good build quality

Using it with 234RC Very easy to attach & remove camera/lens Feels secure and is very sturdy

KAMLESH B.

2012-05-23T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Manfrotto Bargain

A very solid and well-built monopod - what you would expect from Manfrotto.

WARREN O.

2012-04-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Monopod

It's great....I lean against something and hold it upright and it's stable

Dave

2012-04-15T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great monopod

I have leg problems and I can brace myself against something and hold the monopod upright and it is very stable.....and easy to use

Dave

2012-04-01T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Highly Functional

Travelling to Washington DC and they hate tripods there. So I opted for this monopod, and it worked perfectly. Even with a 7D and a 80-400mm zoom, it was quite stable and worked well. Easy to maneuver through crowds, and quick to set-up, very unobtrusive. It was win-win for me.

dgrits

2012-03-27T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Product, Great Price

This monopod is very well made. It is ideal for use with long lenses, gives great balance, but you can move it fast. Every serious photographer should have one!

farmeron

2012-02-18T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great for the price

Vert stable. I use when I travel and to events were a tripod is not allowed.

Robert S.

2012-02-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Solid performer

This is a solid, if a bit heavy, monopod. I have used it with my D90 for movies of my grandchildren, with an attached 50mm f1.8 lens. Solid, good results. I would not recommend it for travel - we are minimalists when we travel, carryons only, and this is just too heavy.

JAMES P.

2012-01-25T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Awesome and a Must have tool

I Love my, It is convenience and a very powerful tool. It's a must have tool

SIRVONUE N.

2011-12-28T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Looks Good!

I have not got to try it out yet but so far I love the way it looks. I think it will be just what I needed.

JANIS L.

2011-12-05T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for the price

Use primarily for kids sports, and works well. Would like to be able to turn camera to vertical, so need to add an attachment to do that. Works great, especially for the price point.

SAJ

2011-11-21T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

B-M Tri-Section Monopod

My passion is outdoor photography and, unless toting a full-sized tripod, my monopod comes with me. In fact I generally leave it in my car "just in case." I have exposed this monopod to some very inclement weather and rough use and all that I generally do is wipe it down with a cloth silicone wipe after such exposure. Great product to have...also makes a good walking stick when not being used for intended purpose.

RICHARD G.

2011-10-09T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

This is a life saver, a beauty to use.

This was my alternative to a heavy tripod carrying a heavy lens when out there in the wild. It works great and in case of need, it can double as a stick to keep wildlife from attacking you, e.g., coyotes, wild cats, mountain lions, etc.

Pepe G.

2011-09-04T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

a great Monopod

Still too long to carry around Better can be folded further

BAOYUAN L.

2011-09-03T21:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great tool

Convenient and quick use

timothy l.

2011-02-06T19:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

right height, right weight, great price!

it's for a casual use where tripod is too heavy and may not be allowed; it's fairly lightweight and sturdy.

SUNYO S.

2011-01-11T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great monopod

Not much to say. It is a great monopod for the money, and does its job very well. Clamps are strong, I often find myself propping my weight on it for support and it has no problems holding me. It's relatively compact and light, and the overall construction seems great. Finish is maybe a little delicate to scratches, but nothing major. Very good product from a very good company.

JESSE B.

About Manfrotto 679B 3-Section Monopod

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Solid high value monopod!

By CAP

I bought the Bogen-Manfrotto BG-679B to replace my Giottos MM-9780 5-section aluminum monopod. Not the Giottos wasn't a bad monopod, but it was just big and heavy with very thick tubing. It was very strong and sturdy but it was a chore to lug it everywhere. So I got the 679B. It is a bit lighter and I like the cam-clamps as opposed to the twist clamps, 2 less sections to deal with which is quicker to deploy and adjust and it has a more slender grip. I seem to have lost nothing in stability wh...

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What you pay is what you get - FALSE!

By Gerry M.

I use the 679B to support my 300mm F2.8 lens. I don't think I will notice the weight difference if I bought a carbon fiber monopod. This is my 2nd 679B, the locking lever on my first one broke but it was my fault, I overtightened the nut. Rather than buying a replacement locking lever I bought a whole new monopod because of the inexpensive price of a new one. I will eventually buy the replacement part and have that as a backup.

Black anodized three section monopod featuring sure rubber grip, wrist carrying strap, quick action lever leg lock system with 45° flip, large 2.3" camera/head platform with plastic cover and dual 1/4-20" - 3/8" camera screw.

Key Features

  • 679B Monopod features the "Quick-Action" lever lock system

What's in the box:

  • Manfrotto 679B Three Section Monopod
  • 1/4" & 3/8" Camera Fixing Screw
  • Wrist Carrying Strap
  • Manfrotto 2 Year Warranty (Additional 8 Years with Online Registration)