Manfrotto 679

[frank]

I'm considering the above monopod since the old hands are not quite as steady as they used to be, and a bit camera shake on the bigger lens is beginning to show. I think it should be quite sufficient for my needs as the biggest lens I have is a Sigma 70-300 APO DG, I've no intention of getting anything bigger in the near future. Along with my Canon 300D together they weigh in at 1 and a half Kg.

I was considering a Manfrotto Monopod Quick Release Tilt Head (234RC) to go with the monopod. I already have a tripod with a pan and tilt head which I suppose I could use on the monopod but it adds extra weight and 3 screw type handles which i don't want if I can help it.

Anyone using these two items and have any dislikes about them, any problems I could have.

 

[daftbugga]

i use a 679 but with a small ball & socket head (484 rc2 )
it does the trick for me with heavier gear than you.


it's not too heavy to carry about ,easy to use & gives good support.

 

[digitalfailure]

I have the combo you're thinking about......I think, i'll check the numbers.

It's most certainly a black manfrotto monopod with a QR head atop taking the PL200 plate.

Excellent bit of kit

 

[frank]

Thank's for the replies guys. I went out today and treated myself to the 679B and the 234Rc, it certainly feels a good bit of kit and pod with tilt head attached weighs in at 800 grams, I'm happy with that.

Now I need a decent day to go out and play with my new toy though work commitments have spoiled that for a week.

 

[Glen]

Got the head but mines a 680db but none the less an excellent combo, worth every penny.......

Both taken using 680/234/350d and sigma 70-300mm

 

[frank]

Whoa! excellent shots there, the second one is superb. Theres hope for me now.

 

[Glen]

Thank you, oh forgot to mention as above you may need a very tame robin that lets you get around 10ft away