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Giottos MM 9170 4-Section Pro Monopod - Supports 33 lb (15 kg)
Made primarily from aluminum alloy, the all-metal construction of this monopod gives a feeling of solidity and confidence. Its surfaces are carefully polished twice, so its sections lock firmly and can be released quickly. Finally, the monopod is anodized to preserve the sheen of the original pure black finish.
A simple, easy to set up monopod with four section leg design which makes it possible to fold up to a compact 22", and which weighs 1.7 lb.
- Versatile Rubber Foot
- The large rubber foot featured in this series gives firm ground support and flexibility of up to 360 degrees of tilt
- Interchangeable Thread
- The reversible camera platform allows instant changing from the international standard 1/4" to 3/8 " thread
| Maximum Height | 66.5" (169 cm) |
| Folded Length | 22" (56 cm) |
| Load Capacity | 33 lb (15 kg) |
| Sections | 4 |
| Leg Lock Type | Twist lock |
| Male Thread Size | 1/4-20" |
| Weight | 1.7 lb (780 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
91%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Strong construction (10)
- Compact (7)
- Opens quickly (7)
- Lightweight (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/action (8)
- Wildlife (4)
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Travel (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (6), Pro photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
Most Liked Positive Review
Steady Time
I use this monopod with the Canon 100-400 zoom for long portraits and low light spot where I need a helping hand. I also do some wildlife shooting with this pod.
...Read complete review
I use this monopod with the Canon 100-400 zoom for long portraits and low light spot where I need a helping hand. I also do some wildlife shooting with this pod.
Works very well, could really ask for more, carbon fiber would be nice though. Price was right for an aluminum pod though.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
It can be good
Used this with a Nikon 70-200 lens attached to a Manfrotto QR. The 1/4-20" thread snapped off and if I hadn't had a camera strap on would have lost the ...Read complete review
Used this with a Nikon 70-200 lens attached to a Manfrotto QR. The 1/4-20" thread snapped off and if I hadn't had a camera strap on would have lost the lens.[...]
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 11 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-11
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Priced right for me (e.g. carbon is better but too pricey for my usage). Comfortable grip, simple and fast to extend and collapse. Right height for me (important to make sure it extends as much as you need it)
I use this at my kids sporting events (e.g. all weekend tournaments/shows) where my arm was getting tired of holding my Canon 5D with 400x telephoto lens. Used it the first weekend I got it and was extremely happy.
Need separate head to be able to easily switch between vertical and horizontal orientation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I have had several monopads but this meets all my requirements. When you wrap your hand around this monopod you know that you are holding something sturdy. Large diameter feels fine. I use both a Nikon f/2.8 300mm and Nikon f/4 200-400 lens (one at a time) in front of a D3 for news sports co
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I have had several monopads but this meets all my requirements. When you wrap your hand around this monopod you know that you are holding something sturdy. Large diameter feels fine. I use both a Nikon f/2.8 300mm and Nikon f/4 200-400 lens (one at a time) in front of a D3 for news sports coverage. Holds them without protest. The weakest point is my Man-o swivel head.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Purchased this monopod to pair with my Manfrotto 234RC Swivel/Tilt Head. The combination was a match made in heaven. The monopod has a solid, sturdy feel. Being 6'2" tall, with camera mounted, the height is perfect. The diameter of the shaft feels great to the touch giving me plenty of control with my camera. The wrist strap on the monopod gives extra security while holding the monopod. The height adjustment works great even in a lower position. Nice that you receive the shoulder strap nylon carrying bag that is included in the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I use the MM 9170 for outdoor nature shooting. It's much lighter and quicker than my tripod and is great to have handy for stabilizing those longer unplanned shots. The perfect fit for those informal walkabouts when a tripod is just too much to lug around. Works great with my Canon 100-400 lens. I use this monopod in conjunction with a quick release that makes it easy to snap on & off when I need to.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I use this monopod with a nikon 200-400 vr lens from the cockpit of my kayak. up till now i handheld the lens with varying degrees of sucess. the portable monopod give me much more keepers and it does not take up much space. I also love the foot of the monopod which stays flat against the boat bottom when i tilt the pod a bit. no complaints up to now
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Large foot that swivels
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Perfect height, great stability and the large foot really helps! I own a couple of Manfrontos also but they just don't compare to this!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I love this monopod. It is easy to use, very sturdy and lightweight. The padded handle feels great to grip especially on the cold winter mornings catching those rising waterfowl photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Opens Quickly
- Steady - great foot
Cons
- 14-20" thread sheared
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Used this with a Nikon 70-200 lens attached to a Manfrotto QR. The 1/4-20" thread snapped off and if I hadn't had a camera strap on would have lost the lens.[...]
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Sturdy & lightweight, I like to felxible foot for extra stability.
Pros
- Compact
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Sport Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I use this monopod with the Canon 100-400 zoom for long portraits and low light spot where I need a helping hand. I also do some wildlife shooting with this pod.
Works very well, could really ask for more, carbon fiber would be nice though. Price was right for an aluminum pod though.
Displaying reviews 1-11
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 11 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
91%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Strong construction (10)
- Compact (7)
- Opens quickly (7)
- Lightweight (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/action (8)
- Wildlife (4)
- Landscape/scenery (3)
- Travel (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (6), Pro photographer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
Most Liked Positive Review
Steady Time
I use this monopod with the Canon 100-400 zoom for long portraits and low light spot where I need a helping hand. I also do some wildlife shooting with this pod.
...Read complete review
I use this monopod with the Canon 100-400 zoom for long portraits and low light spot where I need a helping hand. I also do some wildlife shooting with this pod.
Works very well, could really ask for more, carbon fiber would be nice though. Price was right for an aluminum pod though.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
It can be good
Used this with a Nikon 70-200 lens attached to a Manfrotto QR. The 1/4-20" thread snapped off and if I hadn't had a camera strap on would have lost the ...Read complete review
Used this with a Nikon 70-200 lens attached to a Manfrotto QR. The 1/4-20" thread snapped off and if I hadn't had a camera strap on would have lost the lens.[...]
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 11 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-11
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Priced right for me (e.g. carbon is better but too pricey for my usage). Comfortable grip, simple and fast to extend and collapse. Right height for me (important to make sure it extends as much as you need it)
I use this at my kids sporting events (e.g. all weekend tournaments/shows) where my arm was getting tired of holding my Canon 5D with 400x telephoto lens. Used it the first weekend I got it and was extremely happy.
Need separate head to be able to easily switch between vertical and horizontal orientation.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I have had several monopads but this meets all my requirements. When you wrap your hand around this monopod you know that you are holding something sturdy. Large diameter feels fine. I use both a Nikon f/2.8 300mm and Nikon f/4 200-400 lens (one at a time) in front of a D3 for news sports co
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I have had several monopads but this meets all my requirements. When you wrap your hand around this monopod you know that you are holding something sturdy. Large diameter feels fine. I use both a Nikon f/2.8 300mm and Nikon f/4 200-400 lens (one at a time) in front of a D3 for news sports coverage. Holds them without protest. The weakest point is my Man-o swivel head.
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Purchased this monopod to pair with my Manfrotto 234RC Swivel/Tilt Head. The combination was a match made in heaven. The monopod has a solid, sturdy feel. Being 6'2" tall, with camera mounted, the height is perfect. The diameter of the shaft feels great to the touch giving me plenty of control with my camera. The wrist strap on the monopod gives extra security while holding the monopod. The height adjustment works great even in a lower position. Nice that you receive the shoulder strap nylon carrying bag that is included in the price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I use the MM 9170 for outdoor nature shooting. It's much lighter and quicker than my tripod and is great to have handy for stabilizing those longer unplanned shots. The perfect fit for those informal walkabouts when a tripod is just too much to lug around. Works great with my Canon 100-400 lens. I use this monopod in conjunction with a quick release that makes it easy to snap on & off when I need to.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I use this monopod with a nikon 200-400 vr lens from the cockpit of my kayak. up till now i handheld the lens with varying degrees of sucess. the portable monopod give me much more keepers and it does not take up much space. I also love the foot of the monopod which stays flat against the boat bottom when i tilt the pod a bit. no complaints up to now
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Large foot that swivels
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Perfect height, great stability and the large foot really helps! I own a couple of Manfrontos also but they just don't compare to this!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I love this monopod. It is easy to use, very sturdy and lightweight. The padded handle feels great to grip especially on the cold winter mornings catching those rising waterfowl photos.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Opens Quickly
- Steady - great foot
Cons
- 14-20" thread sheared
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Used this with a Nikon 70-200 lens attached to a Manfrotto QR. The 1/4-20" thread snapped off and if I hadn't had a camera strap on would have lost the lens.[...]
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
- Opens Quickly
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Video
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
Sturdy & lightweight, I like to felxible foot for extra stability.
Pros
- Compact
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Sport Photography
- Stabilization
Comments about Giottos MM9170 4-Section Pro Monopod:
I use this monopod with the Canon 100-400 zoom for long portraits and low light spot where I need a helping hand. I also do some wildlife shooting with this pod.
Works very well, could really ask for more, carbon fiber would be nice though. Price was right for an aluminum pod though.
Displaying reviews 1-11
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