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Canon 100 Monopod

$35.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
the mono pod goes out in front of you at an angle of approximately 30 degrees, your camera rests against your face, for viewing and shooting, and your legs make a completed tripod stance.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
if you need additional stabilization when shooting with a non vr lens, and a tripod is not practical, this should do the trick.
from www.adorama.com
i for one do lost of shooting, i was very happy adding this mompod to my collection.
from www.amazon.com
it will work fine while shooting with heavy lenses, but you'll need to carry your rig by the camera/lens while transporting.
from www.amazon.com
i have attached a carabiner to the monopod so i can hang it from a belt loop in my pants when i need my hands free for shooting.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Lightweight, Nice Durability, Type: Monopod

2 RECOMMENDED by 6 people for SHOOTING

Manfrotto 055XB

$163.00 Est. at Amazon

from "Ed", www1.photoalley.com
when shooting items on a table for example, the center columns ability to be positioned sideways makes it easy to shoot different angles positioned out over the table, that would otherwise require
from www.amazon.com
for the most part this is true, however when shooting close to the ground (flowers, bugs) the center of balance is so low that the tripod remains extremely sturdy despite the fact that the column is
from www.amazon.com
this is a sturdy tripod that provides a stable platform for shooting.
from www.amazon.com
makes ultra-low angle shooting a breeze.
from www.amazon.com
what to like: quick set up to catch that amazing shot, sturdy build, built in level, rapid release 3 tier legs, independant leg spread angles which is perfect when you are shooting with prime lenses

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Positives: Great Affordability, Lightweight, Excellent Stability, Maximum Height: 70.08 in.

3 RECOMMENDED by 8 people for SHOOTING

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
but it gives you flexiblitiies of shooting pictures; from tree limbs, poles, hanging upside down or sideways etc etc no other tripod can do these functions.
from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
the gorillapod will suffice from now on, i believe.) when i took the gorillapod out today for some shooting, i just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my

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Positives: Great Versatility, Lightweight, Excellent Affordability

4 RECOMMENDED by 8 people for SHOOTING

Joby GP1-OGEN Gorillapod

$21.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
but it gives you flexiblitiies of shooting pictures; from tree limbs, poles, hanging upside down or sideways etc etc no other tripod can do these functions.
from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
overall, great value for the money - it is for the novice and quick shooting, but fits great in a large pocket or backpack (i have carried mine all over germany and spain - much better than an old
from www.amazon.com
result in the camera flying off of my stick (wrist shots are quite powerful considering lever action, and slap shots are well, you slap your stick on the ice as you're shooting so you can imagine).

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Good Affordability, Maximum Load: 0.61 lbs.

5 RECOMMENDED by 8 people for SHOOTING

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
but it gives you flexiblitiies of shooting pictures; from tree limbs, poles, hanging upside down or sideways etc etc no other tripod can do these functions.
from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
the gorillapod will suffice from now on, i believe.) when i took the gorillapod out today for some shooting, i just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability

Joby Gorillapod Mini Black/Red

$20.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
but it gives you flexiblitiies of shooting pictures; from tree limbs, poles, hanging upside down or sideways etc etc no other tripod can do these functions.
from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
the gorillapod will suffice from now on, i believe.) when i took the gorillapod out today for some shooting, i just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my

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Positives: Nice Versatility, Lightweight, Excellent Affordability, Maximum Height: 5 in.

GP Batteries Joby GP2-01P Gorillapod Flexible

$45.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
but it gives you flexiblitiies of shooting pictures; from tree limbs, poles, hanging upside down or sideways etc etc no other tripod can do these functions.
from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
the gorillapod will suffice from now on, i believe.) when i took the gorillapod out today for some shooting, i just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Portability, Maximum Load: 0.60625 lbs.

Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Mini-

$48.00 Est. at Amazon

from "JLGHphoto", www.bhphotovideo.com
i was shooting a line of crooked fencing and this allowed for infinite positions!
from www.amazon.com
but it gives you flexiblitiies of shooting pictures; from tree limbs, poles, hanging upside down or sideways etc etc no other tripod can do these functions.
from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
the gorillapod will suffice from now on, i believe.) when i took the gorillapod out today for some shooting, i just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Nice Affordability, Maximum Load: 6.6 lbs.,0.61 lbs.

Joby Gorillapod Focus GP8 Flexible

$100.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
and it's more than just a tripod...it's like having an "extra hand" for shooting stuff with cameras.
from www.amazon.com
i recomend this product for everyone that needs a boost in photo shooting
from www.amazon.com
you can quickly level your camera on uneven surfaces and simply hold on to it instead of the camera body while shooting stills or movies.
from www.amazon.com
very stiff when moved (in a good way) making them more than capable of doing their job- its just not much height, so this is the kind of tripod that is great for low angle shots or macro shooting.
from www.amazon.com
i use it for astro-photography and for shooting when i'm hiking.

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Positives: Great Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability, Maximum Height: 9 in.

Manfrotto 190XPROB 3 Section Aluminum Pro

$300.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
if i were pressed for one downside on this tripod it would have to be weight when shooting in the wind.
from www.amazon.com
i use it with the 322rc2 ball head w/quick-release plate and can go from gear fully packed on my back to setup and shooting in abut 30 seconds.
from www.amazon.com
with a little extra work, the column can be removed and inserted upside down for even more variety of shooting positions.

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Positives: Good Versatility, Lightweight, Good Affordability, Head Type: Panhead

Slik PRO 700 DX

$120.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.adorama.com
i cannot use my camera without a tripod unless i am shooting at a very fast shutter speed.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
i recommend this slik pro700dx as the nearly perfect tripod for guys around 5'10'' shooting 4x5 or 5x7.
from www.amazon.com
i have a canon s3 and find it is perfect for my level of shooting (also have a canon t70 with multiple lenses and panasonic g320 digital video that i use on tripod, but i prefer the s3).
from www.amazon.com
i wanted something that could extend high enough for eye level shooting, and get low enough for some macro shots.
from www.amazon.com
happy shooting.

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Positives: Lightweight, Excellent Affordability, Nice Stability, Type: Tripod

685B Monopod

$148.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.bhphotovideo.com
fastest tripod to set-up and close-up - perfect for stop and go type of shooting like at tennis matches.
from www.ritzcamera.com
i have used this while shooting soccer and softball tournaments.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
standard advice for shooting sharp digital images.
from www.bhphotovideo.com
but if you are shooting slow shutter speeds with a sizeable load, then keep this in mind.
from www.amazon.com
the foot cup can be turned so a pointed end is revealed to allow stability when shooting on the earth and of course, extended to add stability for floor use.

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Positives: Nice Durability, Lightweight, Great Affordability, Type: Monopod

Sunpak 9002DX Photo & Video

$50.00 Est. at Amazon

from A Customer from Rockford, TN, clickfrom.buy.com
unless you are shooting for television this should be your choice.
from www.amazon.com
but if you're using a ff and large telephoto lens i'd consider a ballhead & a manfrotto but for my xsi and 18-55mm + 50mm this tripod works perfectly fine, no shakiness, very steady when shooting,
from www.amazon.com
more than good enough for casual shooting.

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Positives: Lightweight, Great Affordability, Excellent Portability, Head Type: Panhead

694 Monopod

$183.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the clips never slip even though i have a tendency to lean on it after a long day of shooting.
from www.amazon.com
nevertheless, i carry this tool with me whenever i go shooting.

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Positives: Nice Affordability, Excellent Portability, Great Versatility, Type: Monopod

681B / 3218 Monopod

$83.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it is lightweight, sets up and adjusts easily and is the perfect accessory for supporting my digital slr when shooting in low light conditions where use of flash is not possible.
from www.amazon.com
i did take the monopod to some soccer games, and it made shooting nice and easy.
from www.amazon.com
it is very sturdy and has really helped my percentage of keeper shots w/ 30d and shooting soccer.

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Positives: Lightweight, Good Durability, Great Versatility, Type: Monopod

VELBON MONOPOD

$39.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
be careful with the clamps if you are ever shooting in cold conditions, lest they shatter on you.
from www.amazon.com
the mount can go forward or backwards (i find this especially useful for shooting plants or birds that are at a high angle), but not side to side and can be released or secured in placed with a

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Positives: Great Affordability, Lightweight, Great Portability, Head Type: Ballhead

Manfrotto 680B Monopod 4-SCTN

$56.00 Est. at Amazon

from "CATIII", www.adorama.com
use this for shooting all sorts of events from sports to concerts and graduations.
from www.amazon.com
after shooting for over 9 hours my back and arms were almost as fresh as when i arrived.
from www.amazon.com
i was shooting down to 1/4 sec.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Nice Portability, Great Versatility, Maximum Height: 60.63 in.

Bogen Imaging MDeVe 754

$608.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
build quality is high and with the segments locked into place it provided a much better alternative to shooting hand-held, plus it kept my arms from tiring.
from www.amazon.com
i bought the monopod for shooting a wedding.

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Positives: Excellent Affordability, Lightweight, Great Portability, Head Type: Panhead

Sony VCT-D580RM

$109.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.thenerds.net
summary: i used this tripod for the purpose of taking pictures and shooting videos and i must say the results are amazing against me carrying the camera in my hand.
from asht78, www.pricegrabber.com
summary: i used this tripod for the purpose of taking pictures and shooting videos and i must say the results are amazing against me carrying the camera in my hand.
from www.pricegrabber.com
i used this tripod for the purpose of taking pictures and shooting videos and i must say the results are amazing against me carrying the camera in my hand.

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Positives: Good Affordability, Good Portability, Nice Versatility, Type: Tripod

Slik U-212DX

$130.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it also works as a copy stand for shooting straight down.
from www.amazon.com
shooting on film was an entirely different experience..

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Positives: Excellent Versatility, Lightweight, Great Affordability, Type: Tripod

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Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

Joby GP1-OGEN Gorillapod

Joby GORILLAPOD Multi-Adjustable

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