Manfrotto 681B Professional Aluminum Monopod (Black)
by Manfrotto
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Manufacturer: ManfrottoModel: 681B
Product features:
- Robust three-section black anodized aluminum monopod
- Sure rubber grip with wrist carrying strap
- Quick-action lever leg lock system with 45-degree flip
- Large 2.3-inch camera/head platform with plastic cover
- 26.4-Pound maximum load, 63.4-inches maximum height
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Manfrotto 681B Professional Aluminum Monopod (Black)
Customer Review: Excellent quality at a great price
Summary: 5 Stars
I've been wanting a monopod for my SLR Digital camera for quite some time. I'm currently shooting with a D300 and usually have a vertical grip and either the 17-55 f2.8 or 70-200 VR lens attached. It's just about a 5 pound package and a monopod is the perfect solution for certain types of shooting where you know you should not probably be hand-holding the camera. It's also nice if I want to travel a bit lighter and with less bulk than by hauling a tripod around.
I coupled this with the Manfrotto 234RC Head and think I made a great choice. The monopod is built extremely well. The two-section design is rock-steady and not as heavy as you might expect. When compared to the cost of a graphite monopod, I'll live with the "weight" of this and have no regrets.
The leg extension locks are sturdy without being difficult to use and in fact are easily handled. There is a really nice and long section of foam at the top of the monopod which makes gripping the monopod secure and comfortable. The dual 1/4" - 3/8" fixing screw is a thoughtful inclusion for those people that need a 1/4" solution.
It's a great piece of equipment and I'm giving it 5 stars.
You may also want to consider the 682 version which includes retractable legs. Amazon did not have this available at the time of my order and I'm quite happy with the 681B.
UPDATE: 5/14/2009- I am still extremely happy with this monopod. However there is one issue I need to mention: the wrist strap is constantly slipping out of the nylon "buckle". It's only a matter of time until I accidentally lose the strap because of it's tendency to come un-done out of the buckle. Other than that I love the monopod.
Description of Manfrotto 681B Professional Aluminum Monopod (Black)
Robust three-section Monopod featuring sure rubber grip, wrist carrying strap, quick action lever leg lock system with 45° flip, large 2.3" camera/head platform with plastic cover and dual 1/4-20" - 3/8" camera screw.Monopods
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