rka
ttbirds
Was looking for a decent setup for my OM-D + 100-300 Panny combination. After reading tons of reviews and many different opinions, I decided on the 334B Monopod (has Quick Release Handle) and the 496RC2 ball head.
I figured that 90% of the time I would be walking slowly and only have few seconds to get the camera ready so that ruled out a tripod for me.
The next best option (other than hand holding) is to try a monopod. The monopods with the snap-locks would have to be extended already otherwise time to extend and noise of snap could be a problem. So I didn't want snap locking. That left the twist locking or QR release option. I chose the QR because I liked the idea of one press to extend to any length.
I know that the 496RC2 is a very decent ball head for general photography, but there were major differences in opinion whether or not a ball head should be mounted on a monopod. Many felt a tilt head alone (normal or fluid) or no head at all was a better bet. I will judge when I test but once while holding the camera with one hand the ball head can be controlled and locked into position, I think there should be no issue.
So I'm very interested in the experiences of any that have used monopods. What worked and what caused frustration?
I figured that 90% of the time I would be walking slowly and only have few seconds to get the camera ready so that ruled out a tripod for me.
The next best option (other than hand holding) is to try a monopod. The monopods with the snap-locks would have to be extended already otherwise time to extend and noise of snap could be a problem. So I didn't want snap locking. That left the twist locking or QR release option. I chose the QR because I liked the idea of one press to extend to any length.
I know that the 496RC2 is a very decent ball head for general photography, but there were major differences in opinion whether or not a ball head should be mounted on a monopod. Many felt a tilt head alone (normal or fluid) or no head at all was a better bet. I will judge when I test but once while holding the camera with one hand the ball head can be controlled and locked into position, I think there should be no issue.
So I'm very interested in the experiences of any that have used monopods. What worked and what caused frustration?