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I can get a good used GITZO GM2541 (carbon fiber) for a decent price (100€) . It shows only a minor scratch on the head plate .Hi
Shooting in the hazy air of Shanghai, I use a monopod most of the time with my DF / 80 MP I like it - took about 5 outings to really get the swing of it. - Never tried it with the tech.
I am very happy with it, But I would take Will's advice and get a cheap one and try. If you do like it then - I would suggest the following set up.
1. Carbon fiber one.
2. RRS monopod head (or similar) so you offset the camera about 30 degrees on the monopod. - This way you can use proper technique (unless space confined in which case you just use it perpendicular) , which is the the monopod and your feet form a tripod pattern. Then hold the camera with two hands and downward pressure.
3. Get the large monopod foot - like the Gitzo G1220.130 "Big-Foot" All Terrain Shoe -- This makes a big difference
Gitzo G1220.130 "Big-Foot" All Terrain Shoe G1220.130B
I like the gitzo type round leg adjusters, as opposed to the lever, but I assume that is a question of what you get use to, but it is very easy to lower the setup and drop to one knee and shoot.
Thanks
Phil
HiI can get a good used GITZO GM2541 (carbon fiber) for a decent price (100€) . It shows only a minor scratch on the head plate .
You mention the RRS Monopod Head and I had a look to that . Rather expensive as all good stuff .
If you compare working with that head to working without it , what is the real advantage ? Is that head a "must have" ?
The G1220.130 "big foot" might be a good accessory . I will try that out and see if it works for me .
Very well said , Ray . :thumbup:All the Arca-compatible "monopod heads" I've seen are at ripoff prices. Even the cheapest are ~ $110. Come on, it's a $25 Arca-style clamp on top of a single non-geared pivot with a lock knob: $85-$200 for that minor addition? :wtf:
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Ray