Manfrotto 3249 - Monopé Compacto de 4 Seções (Preto)

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I bought this monopod few days ago. used it couple of times so far with Camera and Softbox. i am happy with this purchase. Its solid, stable, not to big and easy to carry around.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I got this mainly to hold a Lastolite softbox, which I'll use with my pocketwizard flex TT5, a la Neil v Niekerk and his Tangents blog. For this, also get the Smith Victor 580 brass adaptor with 1/4" and 3/8" ends.

It's very solid, even a bit on the heavy side, but well built, made to last forever. The legs expand smoothly, and their locks can be tightened if needs be, and the little key to do this is provided.
I also like screw part on the top....has both the thinner and thicker screw threads, coaxially arranged together in one.

I only got this after I'd tried, rejected and returned two other monopods. I'd definitely buy the same again.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I know the trend is that tripods and monopods are being made of all sorts of exotic , space-age materials these days--all in the name of...well, I guess weight savings. Meanwhile this Manfrotto dares to show its face in public being made of something as pedestrian as aluminum. For shame.

But guess what? This is probably one of the best monopods on the market today (at ANY price) and when you actually get it in your hands, you will marvel at the mere pittance you had to pay for such greatness.

I use this thing to support a Nikon d700, Nikkor 80-200 mm and a grip--which is a fairly substantial rig. My little aluminum Manfrotto laughs in the face of that weight. It is rated to support 22lbs, but I would wager that is EXTREMELY conservative. I am about the size of your average NFL linemen and I can lean on it very easily.

The flip-locks are great, the concentric screw mount is genius, the finish is awesome and the strap is a nice touch. I opted for the 680B over the 679B because it folds up just a tad smaller. I can secure this monopod under the flap of my gear bag and honestly, I can't even tell it is there.

I could break this pod and replace it five times for what I would pay for a graphite model, and I can't envision this thing ever breaking. It is the TANK of monopods.

If you are in the market for a sturdy monopod that does what you want, when you want it without being obtrusive or breaking the bank...then look no further.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

Great Monopod for holding a good deal of weight, for a very affordable price. Flip lock levers work fast and hold tight. For those with limited amounts of cash, this monopod has to be one of the best for the price. Quality Construction and extremely stable. When a tripod is out of the question, and handholding to get the shot is not realistic, this monopod is the answer.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

Great Monopod, I was looking for a 3-section at first, but they are way too long to easily carry it around all day and that one is just the perfect size

Some people say the 3-section model is more sturdy and stable, but this is a monopod, not a tripod, so you are the one making it stable !!! So there's really no difference in term of stability

Great product, just the perfect size

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I use it with my D90 when shooting with a 500mm lens. It does not bend at all. Very stable. it also has two options of thread buit-in, so i can attach my tripod head.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

Excellent value for the money. For under $60 this unit is very structurally solid and doesn't weigh too much to make it impossible to drag around. For those moments where you can't shoot without some stability, this is a quick replacement for a tripod. Only reducing the weight could improve it but then you get what you pay for!

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

has been very useful when I used a telephoto lens

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

very small and light, but tall enough

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I use this with my Nikon 70-200mm f2.8 lense and D-50 camera. Works extremely well. No problems with any usage.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I have used this monopod with a Nikon D90 and 18-105mm lens on a moving train. It can be quickly extended and quickly collapsed. The lever locks are easy to lock and unlock.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

The construction, I think, is really great -- solid and well-built. However, the strap just simply comes off -- it's not that it doesn't stay on - it just falls off completely so I will need to purchase an additional strap. And, when you tilt the camera to take a portrait photo, there is nothing to stop the camera from crashing down onto, unfortunately, my finger...my finger was sore for days and actually was an open wound. Again, the overall construction is nice but the finer details need to be perfected

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

Very well made. Made in Italy which is a bonus. The spring loaded screw mount which allows for 2 screw sizes is quite ingenious. However, if the device being mounted has plastic threads (not common) and uses the smaller size screw it tends to strip them.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I use this with a Id MK III and a 300mm 2.8 L IS and it is rock solid.

The lever Locks are much quicker to adjust than lever locks..

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I bought this as a replacement for my trusty monopod, in use for over 10 years, and was so happy with the product. Sturdy yet affordable. Very happy with my purchase.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

The 680B Compact Monopod is lightweight and folds to a size that fits into my carry-on luggage for trips by plane. It easily supports my camera and lenses. In the field it is easy to use and adjusts smoothly from 20 through to 60 inches to capture the variety of shots encountered.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I use a monopod wherever possible, except for my shirt-pocket-size camera. Then I can slow the shutter speed and lower the ISO and still get crisp pictures. A monopod goes anywhere and sets up fast (with ballhead and quick-release.) I chose an extra-strong monopod for my Canon 7d, because I knew that lighter ones will vibrate like a guitar-string in wind. I wanted my monopod to be as dead as a fencepost.
It's working. I use the monopod for macro to telephoto shots, and its a HUGE improvement over freehand. I shoot often in dim light, and the pix are still sharp.
Keep in mind - this monopod makes you a member of Club Club--follow these rules to let your camera do all the clackin':
- Keep body between monopod and camera until it's time to attach.
- Use both hands to pick up camera and put strap over head, THEN pick up monopod.
- If one hand is holding the monopod, PUT IT DOWN, then retrieve camera from bag. Otherwise, ... WILL happen.
- Do not migrate with camera attached to monopod.
- Do not leave monopod extended longer than necessary.
- Plan moves through doorways and narrow spots carefully, so that people/things don't get thwacked by monopod, lens hood, etc.
Disclaimer - above pointers developed in School of Close Shaves, NOT School of Hard Knocks!
'nuff lecture. Get that monopod and go shoot!

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

Purchased this monopod for a baseball game shoot. Had a Canon 5D Mark III with battery grip and a 70-200mm lens and 2x extender attached to it. Though the camera was just a bit shaky when I repositioned myself to get different shots due to the weight, all in all it worked out great! Would definitely recommend.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

Got the monopod the other day and was extremely happy with what I got. This unit was very easy to use, lightweight and exactly what I was looking for.

Comments about Manfrotto 680B Compact Monopod (Black) - Supports 22 lb (10 kg):

I took this monopod off to the zoo today. I have a 234RC monopod head on it and it worked out great all day. The weight isn't bad, easy to open, and with the quick release head it is great to go back and forth between pod and free hand.

I recommend this monopod to those who wants one that is good and solid. Some might complain about the weight but it is worth it for the quality.