Updated Jan 19/12
MONOPODS
Optex T5 Monopod - $25 - in stock
A good, lightweight, economical monopod.
The Optex T5 Monopod has five section aluminum legs with quick-lever leg locks for fast and easy set up. It features rubber foot with retractable spike feet, cork "posi-grip" platform and comfortable foam padded grip for easy and secure handling. Extends up to 60" and 18" when collapsed. Includes nylon carrying bag.
Vanguard Tracker AP-284 - $50 - in stock
Tracker series brings new standards for monopods with enhanced stability. Easily adjust height with one-twist leg locks. Tracker AP-284 is made of strong aluminum alloy to support your gear. Its foot adjusts from spike to rubber for changing terrain. It includes a karabiner to attach to a belt or camera bag as well as a wrist strap with a buckle that adjusts for a custom fit.
Extended height(inch):62.1/4
Folded height(inch):20 1/4
Weight(lbs):1.26
Maximum loading capacity(lbs):18
Titled Loading Capacity(lbs):--
Number of Leg Sections:4
Leg Diameter(mm):28
Manfrotto 679B Monopod - $65 - in stock
3 section monopod available in black. Features a rubber grip. Wrist
carrying strap. Quick action lever leg lock system.
Vanguard Espod AM-263 - $75 - in stock
Vanguard's Espod AM-263 Aluminum Monopod With Ball Head gives you quick,
solid support for your camera in a compact, lightweight package. A maximum
height of 63.0" (1.6 m), minimum height of 26.125" (66.5 cm),
and weight of only 1.43 lbs (0.65 kg) make this sturdy aluminum monopod
a natural choice for traveling photographers or anybody who wants to be
able to work fast with solid support. It has a ball head, 3 leg sections
with quick-flip locks, a foam grip, and a foot that converts from rubber
to a spike for better stability.
* Lightweight (1.43 lbs) Aluminum Monopod
* Maximum Height of 63.0" (1.6 m)
* Folds to 26.125" (66.5 cm)
* Ball Head for Vertical/Horizontal Photos
* Load Capacity 11 lbs (5 kg)
* Foam Grip
* Quick Flip Locks
* Foot Converts From Rubber to Spikes
Manfrotto 558B Quick Release Monopod - $129 - more
in soon
Includes Manfrotto's 501 quick release plate,
so if you own the Manfrotto 501 or 503 video head, you can quickly switch
from tripod to monopod. Very popular. Monopods are one of those accessories
that everyone should have. They're inexpensive, lightweight, and can
help tremendously to keep your shots steady. The perfect tool when you
are doing long takes and having a tripod isn't practical. Also useful
for raising the camera over your head to get shots from above.
Manfrotto 391RC2 Video Pod - $144 - in stock
Kit pairs Manfrotto 391RC2 head with Manfrotto 679B Monopod. The 391RC2
is a 3-way aluminum head, designed to allow for both still and video imaging
applications. A built in quick release plate system allows your camera
easy access on and off the head. Teflon friction pads to ensure smooth
pan and tilt movements that are controlled by independent locks. Max load
11 lbs./5 kg. Perfect for compact camcorders and DSLRs.
We have display models of all our monopods in the store for
testing.
Add a tripod release plate or a tripod
head to a standard monopod to make it more functional.