Used Manfrotto Professional Monopod, Black Anodized, #3218

2014-04-07T21:00:00

Needed a sturdy monopod for my large telephoto lens. The Manfrotto 681B fit the need perfectly. Easy adjust locks to adjust height. Sturdy enough to backpack into the Mountains. Higly recommend!

Photoseeker 5.

2013-09-30T21:00:00

I bought this as a kit with tilting head. The monopod is high quality and very sturdy. Very pleased with the monopod. There is a plastic clip that attaches to the leg which is used for adjusting the nuts on the locking clamps. It just snaps onto the leg and I lost it the first day I used it. I suggest taking this off an keeping it in your camera bag. That's my only complaint.

Kevin G.

2013-05-20T21:00:00

Great for sports!

Juan R.

2013-04-17T21:00:00

I didn't know when I bought this but the screw head is 3/8. The outer 3/8 head is spring loaded and drops down to reveal the 1/4 inch head for most cameras. Strong and light weight.

GREG M.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

I bought this to shoot a marathon, partially for extra stability, but also because I knew I'd be shooting for 6 or 7 hours with a heavy lens and flash attached. It saved my arms and shoulders. Some of the other guys shooting without support were suffering badly by the end of the event. This is a good solid support that not only held my camera up, but held me up too. It serves as a nice, solid "stick" to lean on. It says it holds 26.5 lbs, but I'm fairly certain I leaned on it with more force than that a few times. The joints lock down very solidly. Yeah, it's aluminum and may transmit vibrations more and be slightly heavier than carbon fiber, but I had no problems with weight or vibration. It feels like carrying around air compared to my tripod (which happens to be carbon fiber). I put it in my tripod bag (cuz it doesn't come with a bag or shoulder strap) and I found myself checking once or twice to make sure it was still in there. I like that there are two joints instead of three like the other similar model. It makes it a little longer when closed, but it opens very quickly. Drop the bottom extension to full, lock it, open the top one and lock it at the right height. The top lock is always in easy reach if you need to make height adjustments as you shoot.

RYAN C.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

supprisely strong and handy.

CHARLES K.

2013-03-18T21:00:00

Sports Action Photography

STEVE E.

2012-08-05T21:00:00

Excellent for the cost. Must have for evey photographer.

anthonymichael

2012-08-05T21:00:00

Great product. Amust have for all photographers

anthonymichael

2012-05-23T21:00:00

I am a sports photographer and this is a great product. It's strong and I have no problem having a Nikon D700 with a 100-300mm lens on it.

popcas

2012-04-24T21:00:00

A well-made product that is worth the money.

SusieQ

2012-04-22T21:00:00

Very strong and stable. With my Manfrotto ballhead, it is very easy to attach and remove the camera.

Mitchie

2012-02-25T19:00:00

I use it on sports is easy to carry when is open.

EFREN S.

2012-02-05T19:00:00

It's a strong, stable, monopod. I really don't plan on using it a great deal...but when I need one...it will do the job. I have figured out that I need a ball-head verses the RC234 Swivel Tilt Head that I purchased with this monopod.

MARK O.

2012-02-05T19:00:00

This is a heavy duty monopod, excellent for carrying and supporting a camera with 500mm lens, if you don't have a heavy set up, get a lighter version. Construction is excellent, lost the plastic clip on wrench the first day, dual threaded mount works with any camera or tripod head.

sandy's d.

2011-12-28T19:00:00

Simple, lightweight use make it great

grandmadeb

2011-11-22T19:00:00

Doubles as a walking stick though I wouldn't use it to bare my weight!

FRANK H.

2011-11-06T19:00:00

I use this product when I need help supporting a big lens and a tripod to restrictive to use. It's a well made product that is easy to use.

john k.

2011-11-01T21:00:00

Been wanting a monopod for the times I didn't want to carry a full tripod. Not the lightest boy on the block but I liked the solid feel, the smooth action and the quality of build. Very satisfied. This gets the job done and in kit with 234Rc was a very good value.

David H.

2011-10-14T21:00:00

One for my wife, one for my niece, they both LOVE it!

FRANK H.

2011-10-09T21:00:00

Hiking, times when a full tripod is too bulky/heavy

DphotoGuy

2011-09-17T21:00:00

this was a gift for my wife and she wanted something strong yet light.

FRANK H.

2011-09-05T21:00:00

Got it with the head. Strong but heavy compared to tripods. Ideal for hiking and going after nature shots.

Jim a.

2011-02-20T19:00:00

Does what it is supposed to do and does it very well. Highly Recommended!

Archeology

2011-01-12T19:00:00

As I said, with the Vanguard head on it, it doubles as a cane!

FRANK H.

2011-01-12T19:00:00

Solidly constructed monopod with nice foam grip. Nice clamps. Just wish it was a bit lighter for carrying. Useful for macro photography.

WILKY L.

2011-01-12T19:00:00

A must for the sidelines

DeeVee

2011-01-11T19:00:00

I needed a good monopod after purchasing a 200MM Canon lens for those times when the light is dimmer and I do not want to use high ISO's and wide open apertures for better DOF. This is a strong Monopod, it extends quickly and the camera attaches easily and securely with the 234RC Monopod head.

LOUIS Z.

2011-01-11T19:00:00

Actually I am a professional videographer-25 years. I have used 3 monopods thru the years-this one seems to be the BEST ever!!! Strong, yet lightweight...and easy to open. It was a gift from my husband. Thanks!

Paula v.

2010-09-19T21:00:00

Very happy with the product.

RONALD J.