Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

While this monopod isn't the lightest thing ever created, it is ridiculously sturdy and compact! The grip is a great size (although I also cannot really find a use for the strap...), and the camera mount screw-within-a-screw is really cool.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

Please with construction and how easy it is to extend. Added strap myself to make it easier to carry. Strongly recommend.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

This monopad has a good solid feel to it and is cost effective.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

It's a great monopod. Not light, but that's expected, it doesn't have a carbon price tag either. I loved the compactness, easily fits in a suitcase, rugged as could be. I just can't figure out the hand strap, it's there not very useful, it came undone few times and I lost it. Otherwise, very dependable.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

I'll use this when out in the field with longer lenses. I have a back injury that make it difficult to support my heavier lenses but a tripod is overkill sometimes. I wanted something sturdy that could fit in my carryon luggage and didn't have the money for one of the carbon versions. This monopod feels very sturdy. It's not lighweight but it collapses down nicely. The fliplock clamps seem to hold well so far.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

I have only begun to use the monopod, but have already been impressed by the ease of extension and locking / unlocking. With Bogen ball head it makes a rigid single instrument for camera and even long lenses that serves as a hiking pole w/ camera. I haven't yet explored the limits of exposure time, but along with IS, I'm betting a few stops beyond IS alone.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

The four-section design lets it fit nicely in my luggage, it's quick and built like a brick, highly recommended.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

Good monopod, just a little heavy.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

I've used this product for over five years. Unfortunately I left it in a golf cart and it is now the property of someone else. I purchased the exact model to replace my old one, as I couldn't find a better product for the money. It's lightweight, easy to open and comfortable in the hand. I'm not going to leave this one alone.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

Use this for shooting all sorts of events from sports to concerts and graduations. It is very easy to use, gives excellent support, and folds up quickly and easily.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

Monopods are a must for my photography and this one just makes things a bit easier to manage on treks to/from a field with its compact size.
It easily steadies my 1DMkII and long zooms

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

One of the best accessory investments I've made. Works great for medium telephoto nature shots, provides a good 3-4 stop advantage over hand held. Also comes in handy for stabilizing clumsy photographers (me) while trying to get that perfect shot in rough terrain! A ballhead adds convienience, but isn't neccessary to get a lot of use out of this monopod.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

Enable me to shoot indoor with confidence, casual portraits on moving

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

I bought this to use as a backup to my Bogen tripod. Well this thing holds my 20D with battery grip, and the Sigma 50-500 with no problems at all. I attached the swivel quickrelease head for a complete package

The one thing that surprised me was the heavy duty construction of such a compact and light monopod. It would easily handle the larger L series glass with ease.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

As an amateur photographer, who happens to find most of his shots while riding a motorcycle, I find this monopod to be perfect. Compact enough to fit in a saddle bag, and if you mark one of the sections it will extend to perfect eye level in seconds. The shaft locks are very secure. I have leaned on it with most of my weight and had no slippage. If you are in need of a monopod, I would certainly recommend this one.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Compact 4-Section Monopod, Black Anodized, #3249B:

Great Monopod. Easy to use and light weight to carry.