Amazon Basics 67-Inch Monopod for Camera, Extendable 4-Section, 6.6 lb Capacity, Rubber Foot, Carrying Bag, Black

I find myself shooting more and more video with my cameras. While with the advent of modern optical image stabilization, handheld video can be of very high quality, holding a camera (and particularly a not-particularly-lightweight DSLR) still for any amount of time becomes tiring, and the video will suffer as a result. Hauling around a full-size tripod is tiring and a hassle. This monopod is the perfect answer. Your camera quickly attaches to the top, you extend the telescopic leg to the required height, and you have perfectly stable video without the fatigue of holding your camera in place. The leg itself is made of hollow aluminum with three friction locks to lock the individual telescoping pieces in place. Once locked, it is very sturdy, with no movement of any kind. You can adjust the overall length to any height you wish - it locks into position once you extend it to the height you desire. The thick foam grip allows you to easily control steady, smooth panning motion, and you can do a bit of tilt as well by pushing the monopod forward or back. I did purchase a small ball joint adapter to screw to the top, which allows the camera to move independently of the monopod when more flexibility is required. The foot of the monopod is rubber, and the rubber foot can be screwed in, exposing a metal point, good for use on slippery surfaces such as ice. While useful for shooting steady video, it is also excellent for shooting in low light with slow shutter speeds where any movement turns the picture blurry, or for long telephoto shots where slight camera movement can introduce blur into the picture. Some people have reported problems with the threaded screw at the top coming loose and not being able to remove the camera, I have not experienced this issue. The monopod comes with a fitted carrying bag with an attached shoulder strap. Once collapsed, measuring around 18 inches long, you can put it in the bag, sling it over your shoulder and pretty much forget it's there. I haven't tried it, but looking at the solid foot (and metal spike) as well as the thick foam grip, I've thought more than once that it could also function as a walking stick. So if you're looking for an inexpensive, light, portable walking stick, perhaps this might be an option. Overall a good purchase, I'm glad I bought it - and my videos are much better for it!

Works great, no complaints whatsoever.

I ride motorcycles. I do motorcycle escorts for vet funerals and also grave side honor guard. I needed something compact that I could use for my flags, yet still safely carry on my bike. This was a great solution. Holds a standard size flag. I know you were looking for a monopod review for things like cameras and such but you never know how a product might be used. For my purposes, this was the solution. Great for the price. Would recommend and buy again.

This monopod is lightweight yet very sturdy, making it reliable for steady shots without being bulky. It’s easy to carry around and simple to store or transport, which is perfect for travel or outdoor photography. For the price, it’s an excellent value and does exactly what it needs to. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a practical and portable monopod!

A basic but very nice monopod. Bought this to support a fairly heavy 200mm lens while shooting action and it worked perfectly. I'm not a monopod expert, but this one is solid. The extension locks are tight and yet easy to open and close. Padded grip at the top is nice and the bottom spike did a great job holding position. Gets as small as you might expect when retracted and the carrying bag is a plus.

I was amazed at how high this thing goes. I'm 5'11", and if I put it all the way up, the bottom of the camera is about at the top of my head. I guess I need not worry about it being a bit short. The quick releases for the legs are a bit tight yet, but I'm sure they'll loosen up over time. They're very snug; there's no chance any section is going to slide. The screw at the top accepts the standard quick release system if you choose to use that for your camera. I put one on mine. It literally took a few seconds to screw it into place. There's a screw at the bottom that protrudes out of the rubber foot if you simply spin the rubber foot up a bit. That makes for a good grip outdoors. Be sure to move the rubber foot back down before using this on a floor. It comes with a handy wrist strap built into the end of the monopod, and the carrying bag has its own shoulder strap. That should come in handy, too. Completely collapsed, it measures just a bit over 21". I'd say carrying it in its bag over your shoulder should be very easy especially considering its light weight. All in all, definitely worth the price. Very solid, well built, and should last a long time. Amazon Basics wins again!

Perfect size, nice weight, and stronger than I expected. Easily helps steady my D800 with Tamron 70-300 lens, with a little weight added from me to hold it steady. I've added a small ballhead to give me a little more flexibility in positioning. The included case is very nice, but doesn't allow any extra space for the attached ballhead. I still use it, as I can usually leave the ballhead stick out of the zipper. NEW INFORMATION: (July 19, 2019) After using this monopod for about 4 years, I am noticing a slight wiggle below the point where I've mounted my ballhead. Considering that I've been using this monopod to hold a small camcorder (Sony AX100), and in many cases, using the monopod as a boom arm to extend the positioning of the camcorder, I consider this perfectly acceptable considering the price I paid. To provide a fuller picture, I've been using this monopod quite a bit over the last 4 years, and have taken it on several trips. It has held up well. The only downside for me is the fact that it uses a 1/4" screw to mount a camera directly, whereas I would prefer a 3/8" screw to mount a ballhead more securely than when using an adapter as I have been doing. The ballhead comes in handy when shooting vertical photos, and when shooting anything not straight in front of you. Rarely needed for video, though.

Last 8 months with occasional use. One by one, the extension hold clips stopped functioning. Would not recommend.

...secondo prodotto Amazon Basic e secondo centro nell'acquisto. Il target del prodotto è quello economico e rispetta tutte le aspettati, anzi, talvolta le supera. Sono stato un fotografo di professione e sono sempre stato abituato a prodotti professionali, quando esercitavo non badavo a spese ed ovviamente i prodotti di marchi famosi, oltre al pinguo costo, offrono anche un elevata qualità. Ovviamente questo monopiede non è all'altezza di monopiedi professionali dal costo quadruplo, ma resta comunque completamente funzionale per un uso amatoriale. Io nello specifico lo adopero su una Pentax K-5, con BG e tele Tamron 70-200 f/2.8, quindi un peso complessivo prossimo ai 3 kg; il risultato è una buona stabilità in un prodotto pratico ed economico. PRO: Sicuramente il rapporto qualità prezzo. Impugnatura morbida e dalla sensazione di durevolezza. Borsa porta monopiede ben realizzata (ad eccezione dello spallaccio) CONTRO: Il sistema di regolazione della lunghezza, un uso intensivo potrebbe pregiudicarne la funzionalità. Il laccetto da polso è un qualcosa di posticcio, più fastidioso che utile. CONSIGLIATO A: Chiunque voglia un monopiede economico, corredato di una comoda borsa per conservarlo e trasportarlo, per un uso occasionale ed amatoriale, senza accampare straordinarie pretese SCONSIGLIATO A: i PRO o pseudo tali, chi spesso lo adopera con carichi oltre i 2,5/3 kg, chi troppo spesso ricorre a regolazioni della lunghezza.

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Does the job well, excellent at the price

一脚の存在はマイナーですが、本格的に運用するカメラ上級者よりは初心者の方が有用性が高いのではないかと思います。 理由は ・軽くて嵩張らない ・使い方がシンプル（水平がどうの、とか意識しなくていい。可動部分が少ない） ・手ぶれが軽減するなどの効果が実感出来る からです。 実際に使ってみて、６年前のミラーレスでの屋内撮影の手ぶれが格段に減りました。 ちょっとした旧型機を延命するにもオススメです。 このお値段で実感できる効果はとても多く、お得感を味わえますよ。

Genuine purchase. I must admit that at £13:49p I didn't expect much. On its arrival the next day I was more than pleasantly surprised. It has its own carry case with a full length zip and strap. It weights next to nothing. Three sections with firm locking clips and an adjustable spiked rubber foot. A standard camera screw fit mount above the foam hand grip. It measures 171cm from the base to the top of the grip. Finished in a satin black. It is very well made and finished. Supports my heavy camera without issue and is so easily removed when you want hand held. Fantastic quality at a fantastic price.