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Canon Monopod 100 for SLR Cameras and Lenses

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User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Good Looking, Sturdy and Functional
Compared to other Monopoles I’ve looked at online and in person, this one meets all of my requirements for a compact, sturdy, nice looking, and ultimately functional monopole. I needed something to hold my super zoom Panasonic FZ28. I shoot pictures and video at my kids sports events (football, soccer, field hockey). Many pictures I was taking at full zoom were blurry. Now, with the help of the Canon monopole, my pictures at full zoom are in focus, and video is much more stable. Couldn’t be happier. Highly Recommend this product.

5 Stars Great Helper
Have enjoyed this product very much. Adds very little weight to the camera. Easy to leave it attached and shorten it to carry to a different spot when shooting. Wonderful for helping steady the camera while my heart’s still pounding from trying to change positions!

5 Stars Good product
Really helps in stabilizing the camera during shots. Helps with holding camera during long time waiting for new shots at games.

5 Stars Excellent monopod and terrific value
I’ve been looking for a good monopod for some time now. I considered the Manfrotto models, but when I compared the features, this Canon model seemed to come out on top, or at least for my needs.

I’m a casual photographer that will use this mostly to take pictures of my kids and other family photos. This monopod is small enought that it’s very easy to bring along, or just keep in the car in the event I’ll need it. Although the camera that I have has image stability capability, I can still tell when my hand is too shakey. Using the monopod has nearly eliminated any bluriness due to camera shake.

The Canon monopod is fairly easy to use with one hand. For instance, you can loosen the mount bracket and screw it to the camera, all with one hand, while the other hand is holding the camera. The pressure brackets that keep the legs from moving are very taught and won’t come undone accidentally. The bottom of the monopod is rubber, so it doesn’t slip when used on smooth surfaces, such as wood floors, or glass tables. It’s also important to note that it won’t scuff up and sensitive surfaces.

Overall, I’m very happy with the Canon Monopod. The value and features really put it on top and has proven to be exactly what I was looking for.

4 Stars Does the job
I got this for my new DSLR. Would have preferred a quick-release mount on it, and I wish Canon had included a carrying case, but it works well and is light enough to pack or strap to my camera bag.

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