Opteka MP100 67" Professional Heavy Duty Photo / Video Monopod
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Digital Cameras Photo Reviews of Opteka MP100 67" Professional Heavy Duty Photo / Video Monopod
Customer Review: Excellent product & value
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased this monopod along with the Giottos MH1304-110C Professional Mini Ball Head. The combination works well together and has allowed me to capture sharp wildlife images at the extreme of my zoom (560mm effective). The product is solid. The click latches allow quick deployment. I have a smallish camera (Lumix FZ35) and with the camera mounted the complete package is well balanced and easy to carry when hiking. The only small negative is that I wish the total package were 2-3 inches shorter when closed so that it would fit completely in my backpack. I will not reduce the rating for this because it is unique to my use case. Buy one, it will improve your field photography.Customer Review: Excellent value for the money!
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this item after reading the reviews, and I agree that for the money it's an excellent item! In addition to the features that the other reviewers have mentioned, it also has a rubber boot at the foot of the unit. This allows you to screw the boot down to the bottom to use the monopod on tile or concrete or other hard surface, while screwing it up to expose the spike for use on softer surfaces (dirt / grass).
I have a Canon Rebel XT, and the head connects well and feels sturdy with either of the lenses I use. The monopod doesn't have a tilt/swivel head, but it's light and easy to use, and I can always step up to a more advanced model later if I feel the need.
Customer Review: MUCH better than its low price would suggest!
Summary: 5 Stars
The Optika MP100 Pro Photo Monopod is surprisingly sturdy, functional and well-made. It is supplied with a reasonably decent quality zippered nylon case with carrying strap. No, it is not "professional grade", but it is something every amateur photographer can use for weekend shooting. I've used it both with digital still and camcorder, where it offers respectable improvement in long-distance shots (versus trying to hold the camera still, or propping it up on the roof of the car, a not-nearby-enough fence post, and so on.) Certainly a LOT handier than the old tripod! I bought two, keeping them ready-for-action in the trunk of my cars. Highly recommended!Customer Review: Reliable Monopod
Summary: 5 Stars
I am currently using this monopod to use for my 10 x 50 binoculars. My primary reason for ordering this item was to use it to support some heavier and more powerful 20 x 60 Galileo binoculars that are currently on order through Amazon. I like that the monopod is very sturdy, lightweight, and easy to adjust. I didn't have a problem attaching the binocular tripod adapter that I ordered form Galileo Visions, Inc. to the monopod. The attachment was firm and secure. I don't anticipate any problems with the performance of this product with the new binoculars since it works so well with my older binoculars. I recently placed an order for another monopod, same model.Customer Review: outstanding product
Summary: 5 Stars
If you shoot sports, concerts this is a perfect addition to your arsenal. The 'pod is well made though the locks are plastic, extends to a good height and well supplied (has a retractable spike foot and cool case). For the price you cannot beat it. Period. Unless you are a pro, don't waste money with more expensive brands, this is all you need. Mine is used a few times a year (school sports and concerts).
After a couple of years of using it without a head I have recently added a manfrotto tilt head, which cost more than the pod its self!!! But I wanted a quick release, hence the addition.
Highly recommended!!!