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Question: Does it stand by itself with a camera on top?
Document: This can stand up straight when unsupported by human hands, but I wouldn't trust it that way, as it tends to slip. The only suggestion I would have for improving this would be to add some kind of locking mechanism for the ball joint at the bottom, so it would more easily remain upright. Not that even then I would suggest leaving it alone with an expensive camera on top, but it might be nice to be able to go hands free for a few moments on a long shoot.
I needed a more flexible monopod and this works very well. The only thing is that I wish it would stand on its own with the camera, but cannot. Otherwise, it is easy to use and very good quality.
i love this monopod. It's a solid stick with good movement. The feet are stiff however so you do have to use your hands to flip down the feet - can't just use your feet to slide it down. Please do not leave your camera sitting on top of this monopod without your hands on it. This monopod is for stability and it does the job well. Nice to use in the field professionally and also at my son's school performance.
This is by far the most used stabilization gadget in my camera arsenal. If you want still footage, just find the balancing point on the monopod and I was able to place my 5D, 24mm 1.4Lii, and 160LED light... and the camera stood perfectly balanced without toppling over. Although I would recommend that you NEVER let monopod stand independently further than arms distance, because it may topple over. This tool is so versatile tool in my kit.
it a must have. the ball is a bit sticky but once you have some weight put on top it become very smooth.
i recommend this for anyone who shoots video in crazy situations, you can usually find a way to balance it so it stand on its own
I am so surprise that it can stand by itself. It is a little heavy that a regular mono pole but it is less bulky than a tripod. I use this more than my tripod.
You NEED this if you do any kind of videography. Its durable and great design. Easy to use. It is tall but can be made compact. It fit in my luggage, so you can travel w/it. its steady and fluid. can stand on its on. the head mount is very smooth.
Super robust, well built, solid. Quality head, nice and fluid. Stand straight by itself with the three legs out. Extends really high too. Perfect for run and gun. Highly recommended.
I use this monopod for all kinds of video shoots with DSLR's. The fluid head and panning cartridge really make your moves smooth. The feet on the bottom definitely help stabilize it. The flip lock levers are the only way to go on monopods and tripod (super fast for adjustments). On top of all that, this thing extends extremely high! The only downside is it doesn't fold down very compactly.
Answer: Yes. The monopod will stand upright by itself with a camera on top however; I would not leave the monopod unattended. It does not take much at all to send it tumbling over so heads up. I hope this helps. Tony