Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

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Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

I use this for photo & video with a 7D. Great price and it's excellent for steadying my shot on the go. For run and gun in a tight spot this is perfect.

Only reason it's not 5 stars is that one of the extensions catches slightly when extending for some reason. So you have to pull on it for it to fully extend.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Well-designed, quality Manfrotto product. This is a good camera support option for tight places, or when you don't feel like lugging around a pro tripod. The only complaint I have is with the non-standard Q.R. plate, I need to change it out every time before I use my Panasonic HMC-150 with my Libec LS-38 tripod. Other than that, a very nice piece of gear.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

This monopod is great for shooting dslr video. whether its over head shots, over the should shots, or cool vertical rise shots. I plan on using it for photography as well in low lighting situations. The only things a little weird was when you loosened the clamps the shafts seemed a little loose for my liking, but it is solid when they are clamped.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

I entertained the thought of using a monopod for video years ago but never actually tried it. Recently I have been hearing more and more people using them and finding myself in more and more situations where I could use one. Let me just say, it is way more than I ever thought it would be!

This monopod is so quick and easy, there is no reason NOT to use it. At just over $100 bucks it's basically paid for itself as soon as you open the box. I have also mounted a fluid head to mine and find it is helpful to brace it against my belt and use as a body brace, hold it up above a crowd as an extension pole, and even create a small crane or even slide (peek) effect by just tilting it from behind an object.

I shot with this just once as of this writing and it literally never came off the camera . I WILL be buying another. Amazing, quality, versatile, incredible. BUY ONE!

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Great for shooting video with HDSLR.
Solid and feels good in the hand, just add a ball head to it and you have a perfect setup.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Its good because it works good. easy to use. strong but pretty light.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

I have used this support for sports photography with longer lenses. It can double as a flash support for some crime scene photography (three dimensional impressions - ie: footwear or tire impressions) where varying the angle of the off-camera flash is beneficial. This keeps the flash far enough away so that the subject is evenly exposed. Solid feel and the wide rubber foot adds stability. I have removed the quick release head as I am not using it for videoography right now.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Very sturdy monopod. It's light and easy to travel with. Extends to 6 feet tall as well. I wish it had a tilting head though.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Best monopod for the price that I have found. Love the swiveling base and the sturdy construction. The wrist strap and sliding quick release plate make this item infinitely useful. Love it!!

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Solid/light Monopod for intrchageable support. Reasons I bought this:

1 Manfrotto
2 Light with support load of 17.6 pounds
3 Includes the Manfrotto 577 - Quick release plate which is removeable
4 Build on a diverse support system based on the 577 QR

I just bought a Manfrotto Hi hat with 100mm half ball. At first I thought I would just switch plates between the Hi Hat and monopod but that's not really quick release. I will be getting the Manfrotto CF 535 tripod with a 75mm half ball and a Manfrotto 229 3D Super-Pro Head. The 535 tripod will support a heavy load and I plan to use it for HDSLR purposes in addition to photograpy. The monopod and hi hat will also support the heavier loads.

With these 3 support systems, I figured I buy 2 more 577 QR plates and switch the 229 heads between the 3 as I need.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

I am a wedding videographer and the monopod is my best friend. I don't know why this monopod comes assemmbled with the release lever in a position that forces it to rub up against the bottom of your camera when you attempt to lock it, but you can and should use the Alan Wrench that comes with the mononpod to fix that in under a minute. Once that is taken care of, you have a monopod that is quiet (no rattling legs hidden in the base) and secure. I have no fear when I'm hanging my XHA-1 over the heads of dancing guests. And there is no need for me to switch plates should I choose to put my camera onto my bogan/monfrotto tripod.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

[...]We use the Manfrotto monopods and tripods to film weddings, mitzvahs, and special events. Always superior products.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

A tripod is a must have piece of equipment but they can be a pain to carry to a shoot location. A monopod won't always replace a tripod but when you need stability, mobility, light weight, and ease of use, ths is the answer. It's a very good monopod and I'll always have one available.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Solid and well built.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

For fast documentary-style video shooting where setting up a tripod is unrealistic, this product really comes in handy. It's lightweight and easy to set up and adjust fast. Only slight flaw is the locking fastener extends above the plate of the monopod, making it a little hairy for wide bodied cameras like the HVX. However, with a little tweaking, it is still usable and well worth it.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

This is not just 'stick'
Very good for video cam
I am using this monopod for wedding video and some busy place and very useful.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Have used this monopod for short duration clips
with a rather light weight camcorder. Worked flawlessly for my grand daughters soccer game.

Have not used with heavy weight camcorder during long duration shoot.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

Does what it does great. I like the fact it uses the same Manfrotto plate that is on my 701 and 501.

Comments about Manfrotto 558B Video Monopod with 501PL Sliding Q.R. Plate - Supports 17.6 lbs:

This is great to help get that stable shot when lugging the tripod is just impractical. Opens and closes quickly for easy set-up.