Hello all! In order to convert the Tripod to monopod, is it as simple as unscrewing the 1 leg and attaching the center column/head, or are there tools needed to attach/unattach? Thanks!
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it is a pretty simple screw/unscrew. no tools needed. this is a great tripod if you are not in a hurry, takes a little bit to set up. i shoot a large nikon d800 with large lenses and the head takes some tightening. for smaller cameras this would not be an issue. I was happy with the purchase over all. light and packs small.
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I personally would not trust a tripod this flimsy with a DSLR. The monopod does not have a head either. I returned the kit immediately after opening. I would also recommend seeing how much weight a monopod/tripod head is rated for. I purchased a head that would hold up to 11 pounds, in case I'm using a long lens. I'd rather the equipment be a little on the stout side, holding my camera. Best of luck in your shopping. Amazon has been great.
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Perhaps with some adapter screws, but it would not be a good choice for a monopod. Taking advantage of the smooth panning abilities of this head require a resistance to turning that a monopod does not offer, and it is rather heavy.
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Yes, remove the screw that attaches the tripod legs and tread the holder onto the normal tripod.
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It can be mounted, it may require the basic 3/8 to 1/4 adapter. However, it is heavy and as one who has done so, it dawned on me, "Why would you WANT to put a heavy ball head on a monopod??" Unless you are planning to use the mono as a "pole" to get your camera above crowds or such and the there are better tools for that. A ball adaptor on a tripod is silly. Just mount the PLATE connector from Manfrotto for the quick disconnect feature and save 80% of the weight.
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Yes, you can....just tried it out...just unscrew the hook at the end of the center column, release the tension ring and invert the center column. This truly is a nice tripod. Hope that answers your question:)
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You could close the tripod and push the legs together and carry it around like a monopod , but it is not a monopod. If you really want a monopod I would suggest a Dolica WT-1003. Its lightweight, aluminum and very easy to pack or carry around for photo shoots. It has a screw on the base to stablize the monopod to prevent slipping on surfaces and it has worked fine for me. The price was around 20.00 and reasonable. It comes with its own canvas bag and it slips into your luggage very easily. If you use a ipad for pictures, you can also purchase a frame for it that attaches to the top for a few dollars more and it is handy when you don't want to use the camera. Happy Travels You could close the tripod and push the legs together and carry it around like a monopod , but it is not a monopod. If you really want a monopod I would suggest a Dolica WT-1003. Its lightweight, aluminum and very easy to pack or carry around for photo shoots. It has a screw on the base to stablize the monopod to prevent slipping on surfaces and it has worked fine for me. The price was around 20.00 and reasonable. It comes with its own canvas bag and it slips into your luggage very easily. If you use a ipad for pictures, you can also purchase a frame for it that attaches to the top for a... » Read More You could close the tripod and push the legs together and carry it around like a monopod , but it is not a monopod. If you really want a monopod I would suggest a Dolica WT-1003. Its lightweight, aluminum and very easy to pack or carry around for photo shoots. It has a screw on the base to stablize the monopod to prevent slipping on surfaces and it has worked fine for me. The price was around 20.00 and reasonable. It comes with its own canvas bag and it slips into your luggage very easily. If you use a ipad for pictures, you can also purchase a frame for it that attaches to the top for a few dollars more and it is handy when you don't want to use the camera. Happy Travels « Show Less
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Has anyone figured out how to contact the manufacturer? Ours came with a screw missing! The tripod cannot be brought to its full height without it...
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It does not appear that you can,not where the ball is. You might be able to take the whole top off, but I think it would be better to just find another monopod with the head that you want.
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The foot is pinned on the bottom of the monopod and is not designed to be removed. I would guess that if you have a well equipped shop, you could remove the rubber foot and spike and replace it with a stud or bolt to accept an additional camera. It would probably ruin the monopod though.
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Yes, the shaft you mount your camera on lifts out and it is the monopod. Very convenient when you have the tripod extended you can lift out the monopod and move to a different location rather than pick the entire tripod up and move with it. So even though you can't see the monopod it is part of the tripod and separates with loosening the hand tightening nut and slide it out of the tripod. Hope this helps.
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hi Christinethe tripod has a removable mount that is pretty universal with still, digital and video cameras alike. there should be a slot on the bottom of your camera where you can screw in a post. that post is attached to a mount which connects to (and is removable from) the tripod. I don't ever remove the mount from My camera. I just use the quick release and take the camera and mount. hope this helped!
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Don't detach the rubber tip. It's a mono pod - not a tripod - so you'll have to hold on to it or lean it against something. You'll also need the GoPro tripod mount/adapter (sold separately) that goes on the other end where the foam handle is. It's not really intended for a GoPro - but you can make it work if you want.
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I elected to put an Arca-Swiss compatible clamp atop the mono-pod to make it easier to quickly change camera bodies and lenses. You might want to put a ballhead or other device, but it will work directly with the tripod mount on the bottom of your camera
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When you want to extend the legs for example, you will have to loosen each "clamp". There is no type of segment that will loosen them all. This is not as hard as it sounds. I would definitely recommend this product for a easy tripod you can carry and travel easy with. I have had this tripod for probably 6+ months and I am absolutely happy with it. Hope this answerd your question.
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Hello... did you buy any chance find out what kind of quick release works with the Canon 100 monopod? I noticed on the pictures posted on Amazon have a quick release after market piece but no information. I'm hoping you might have found one that works you can recommend?
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Yes it will work fine, although it was really designed for a monopod. This only tilts on a single axis and won't rotate, but if that is what you want to put onto your tripod it will work.