Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

This monopod is compact enough to put in the suitcase while traveling.It's a well made and sturdy monopod, but too heavy with 3 standing legs.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

I know this was going to be a little long but it is very long and very heavy. The feet are not easy to get out or put on. One reviewer said you get use to it but why should you? Great idea just needs to be engineered better for use. I bought another tripod,carbon fiber, and much happier. However, much poorer.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Sometimes you need to stabilize your camera just a little and a monopod is a great tool. This one adds tripod legs that aren't as stable as my reliable, heavy tripod, but with a careful set-up I can get macro shots that would not be possible with a simple, lightweight monopod. Fits in my suitcase on trips and is always in my car.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Great product especially if you need a tripod but are in tight quarters such as an indoor botanical garden where there are many people and a regular tripod would only be in the way. A bit heavy but needs to be for support.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Had cheaper tripod and monopod, gave them away and got this. So far it has exceeded expectations, do a fair amount of walking in the woods and on the beach. Wanted something that kinda hit halfway. Some far, so good...

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

I use this monopod for my daughter's soccer games. It provides excellent stability. The tripod foot is great for when I want to leave it in one spot without laying it down, although it restricts typical monopod freedom, especially on uneven ground. Highly recommended.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

This product is very good and functional in most cases but with the legs engaged it moves (sways) making it difficult to obtain a steady picture, so the functionality of the legs is very limited.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

I bought this because I couldn't find a tripod I wanted to lug around. The ones that were heavy duty enough to hold my D300 + 80-400 zoom were simply too heavy to carry, while the ones that were light enough to carry were not stable enough. This fits both requirements.

Also, when shooting animals or birds, I didnt' have enough time to set up the tripod, position the camera, set the exposure, record the image, etc. Monopods don't require that degree of effort.

Its really not that heavy. I've carried it all day long through the zoo and Desert Museum fully loaded with camera and lens. I've carried it over semi-tough terrain again fully loaded. Its going to seem heavier if your carry it from place to place fully extended. But, being a monopod it only requires extending one set of legs -- i.e., that's one-third the time.

Its not as stable as a tripod -- the legs do not provide that degree of support, of course, it wasn't designed for that purpose. BUT, the legs will support the unit such that a cable release or other remote can be used.

I put on the 486RC2 ball head because it is equally compact and works well particularly when the legs are extended on semi uneven ground.

This product does what it was designed to do and is a very good value.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

I have owned this high quality product for several years, and have used it in many different applications. For example, chasing thru fields and woods photographing Civil War re-enactors from Gettysburg to Antietam to Harpers Ferry to New Market to Appomattox, etc. I added a longer strap so the monopod can be worn over my shoulder. I also recommend adding one of the Manfrotto Quick Release adapters like 3229 the to your monopod.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

When hiking in the woods it is a good piece when used with the spike attachment. It allows you to use the camera in remote mode when set up as tripod.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Have used It in the field, at festivals and family gatherings. On several cameras all with
great results. Even loned it out for prom and graduation. A bit heavy, but a stable platform.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Light enough for treks. Frees up both hands for manipulating the lens and the camera. The self standing feature is only useful for a stand alone flash. I gave it a 4 cause the legs rattle when collapsed (a source of irritation/distraction while trekking).

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Bought this monopod at Adorama in September 2006 and added a Manfrotto ball head. I mainly use with with a compact p&s digital camera. I use it (monopod) mainly for added stability in low-light street shooting. I rigged a strap to it and carry it across my back like a sling. It's light (but stable) and much less obvious and cumbersome than using a tripod.

I've also used it with the legs for self-portraits and longer exposures. Additionally, with the legs extended, it's held my film SLR's with no problem, and my SLR's are all big, heavy cameras. No, you probably can't mount a 400mm lens on it, nor would I shoot exposures longer than a couple of seconds, but for everyday shooting (for me) it beats carrying around a tripod.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

In a short time I have owned it, I have used it to replace heavier tripod 95% of time. As a "tripod", I have also used this Made in Italy (a surprise) monopod to properly position my external&remotely controled (by a master flash) Nikon speed lights. Wonderful piece of metal.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

Outdoor and wildlife.

Comments about Bogen Imaging Bogen-Manfrotto Self-Standing Pro Monopod, Black Anodized.:

I've used this product on two location shoots to date - the first an indoor publicity shoot and the second an outdoor assignment. I bought this one because I thought the stand would add an additional and useful feature - being able to free stand. It is great to hold the weight of cameras/lenses particularly when changing cards/lenses/ Flash batteries etc. AND it provides stability with my longest lense. Only problem is with the stand - it is a little weighty.