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Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg)
The Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head is a lightweight and compact head specifically designed for monopods. The swivel tilt head features one-axis movement, which allows the positioning of the camera for a 90° vertical format with the monopod in the upright stance. Includes a 1/4-20" camera screw.
Replaces part number 3232.
| Load Capacity | 5.5 lbs (2.5kg) |
| Height | 2.4" (6.1cm) |
| Quick Release | No |
| Spirit Level | No |
| Tension Control | No |
| Tripod Mount Thread Size | 3/8"-16 (with 1/4"-20 adapter) |
| Weight | 9.5 oz (270g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 89 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Attaches firmly (76)
- Stable (74)
- Strong clamp (54)
- Large range of motion (49)
- Easily adjusted (3)
Cons
- Small range (5)
- Heavy (4)
Best Uses
- Sports/action (39)
- Wildlife (32)
- Travel (30)
- Landscape/scenery (26)
- Night shots (21)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Photo enthusiast (43), Semi-pro photographer (18), Pro photographer (14), Casual photographer (9)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (42)
Most Liked Positive Review
Simple product that does the job.
I use this head on a Slik Pro Pod 600. Like a mono pod it is a fairly low tech though a very well made item. This is strictly a tilt head which makes ...Read complete review
I use this head on a Slik Pro Pod 600. Like a mono pod it is a fairly low tech though a very well made item. This is strictly a tilt head which makes it perfect for a mono pod and fairly useless for anything else. Releasing the locking nob slightly retains enough resisteance on the head to make it easy and fast to position your camera. I purchased this head to replace a ball head that was more difficult to adjust.
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Most Liked Negative Review
You would think it could be easier
I'm using this product with a monopod to primarily shoot sporting events. The range of motion it provides is a MUST. However, working tehe cog to tighten the camera into position is nearly impossible...Read complete review
I'm using this product with a monopod to primarily shoot sporting events. The range of motion it provides is a MUST. However, working tehe cog to tighten the camera into position is nearly impossible the way that it is designed. Also, adjusting the friction on the tilt is painfully unfriendly.
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Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
This head was as advertised. It took me a little while to figure out where the 3/8 " to 1/4" female thread adapter for mounting the head on the tripod was (it was a sleeve on the 1/4" male thread that was on top of the head where the camera is mounted). I could find no info included with the head and being a little slow on the uptake it took me a while to figure it out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Macro
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
on top of my monopod. It does its job and gives me greater flexibility on how I take my photo's
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- monopod
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Just what I expected. Holds a Canon 5D with no problems. Good for monopods.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
Cons
- Small Range
Best Uses
- Home
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
good product
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Rubber plate detach
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Travel
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
What I was needing for my monopod flexibility.
It would be great with an Arca-Swiss type quick release plate clamp.
The rubber plate detach with stress; glue should be better.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Very good solid item. 5.5 lbs. support sounds like a slight over estimation in my opinion. I think a camera that heavy would slowly rotate (I have to tighten it up pretty hard to keep it still and my camera isn't that heavy). I'm quite happy with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Perfect match for my monopod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Inexpensive
- Lightweight
- Simple Robust
Cons
Best Uses
- Home
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
I bought my first Manfrotto monopod last year from B&W and got the 234RC Swivel Tilt head because I wanted the quick release feature. It works great, but at work (engineering) we have a Manfrotto monopod with this head. I found that it is quicker to attach a small camera with this head than it is taking off the release plate, attaching the camera, and mounting the plate/camera. If you know you will be removing the camera and remounting it, then get one of the quick release heads. If you will keep the camera on for a while, then remove it for a while, this mounts very quickly as the screw wheel is easily operated with one hand to mount the camera quickly. I will alternate between heads, maybe use this on a macro stand I am building, etc. Typical Manfrotto quality, inexpensive, and increases my versatility options.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
very easy to attach,lightweight works great
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Heavy Duty
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
I actually used this to mount a monopod under one side of my Konova Slider (tripod on the other side). It is strong and heavy duty, but I wish I could have found one a tad lighter...not a huge deal.
The Mount is changeable from 1/4" 20 to 3/8", although you have to take the main bolt apart, but again not a big deal, I am glad Bogen gave us the option to choose!
It would be awesome if Bogen made one similar to this but in aluminum or HDPE...for less stressful applications.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
I use this on my monopod and it is nice and secure.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Night Shots
- Portraits
- Travel
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
I'LL BE USING THE MONOPOD HEAD NATURALY IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE MONOPOD I'VE RECENTLY PURCHASED BECAUSE OF ITS COMPACTABILITY AND EASE OF USE. WHEN ON HOLIDAY, OR LOCALLY, AND WHETHER TAKING LANDSCAPES OR NATURE PHOTOGRAPHS, I BELIEVE THIS WILL BE A GREAT ASSET TO MY EXISTING KIT.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Large Range of Motion
Cons
Best Uses
- Night Shots
- Sports/Action
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Picked this up as a replacement for a lost headSo familiar with the device alreadyGot it from B&H since they are my usual go to store for price[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Portraits
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
With a quick release plate on top it serves my needs best as it only tilts. A typical ball head wobbles in all directions and makes quick alignment more time consuming and frustrating. Tripod collar on the lens allows for left/right alignment.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- SOLID
Cons
Best Uses
- Change in POV
- Wildlife
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Perfect to attach a small camcorder to a monopod for up close work with venomous snakes, for instance, snapping turtles, wasp nests, etc - situations in which you want the camera in close, but you stay comfortably far away.
The base 1/4x20 monopod adapter insert unscrews and exposes a 3/8 inch stud so you can mount the tilt head on a mic boom pole for an even longer reach.
Heavy, well made.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
This is all you need for a monopod: essential (no fluid head), but strong (made of strong plastic and metal)
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Use this on top of my 694CX 4-SEC CARBON FIBER MONOPOD and attach to my Canon 300 lens. Works great!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Travel
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
I was pleasantly surprized at the quality of this swivle head. Its the meaning of the acronym KISS (Keep it sweet and simple).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Strong Clamp
Cons
Best Uses
- Portraits
- Video
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Great little tilt head. I have it attached to a monopod and use it with a ReallyRightStuff Arca-style clamp.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Attaches Firmly
- Good Stability
- Large Range of Motion
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
Comments about Manfrotto 234 Swivel Tilt Monopod Head - Supports 5.5 lbs (2.5kg):
Well made (in Italy), smooth tilt, metal design. The camera fixing screw is reversible so you can use the 1/4-20 for going direct to a body or the 3/8-16 for going to a clamp.
The base female threads are 3/8-16 but comes with a 1/4-20 adapter insert.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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