Looking to buy a Monopod!

[scottishguy]

As above, looking to buy a monopod and looking for suggestions from the knowledgeable folks of TP.
After realising I can't use my Sigma 150-500 for more than 45 mins, due to back pain.

So any suggestions would be appreciated.
Would say I have a budget of upto £100 at push.

 

[crofter]

I use one of these,nice and compact and handles my 150-500 well.
http://www.manfrotto.co.uk/product/...OMPACTADV-BK/_/Compact_Monopod_Advanced_Black

 

[RichardTaylor]

Just make sure it is tall enough so if you are shooting standing up you don't have to bend your neck. It can be a real pain.
I use older Manfrotto mono pods.

 

[Matt_B]

I've got a 681B Manfrotto one which is fantastic. In fact I might consider selling it as it doesn't see much use now I've sold my heavy lens.

 

[Kodiak Qc]

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I'm using the Manfrotto 685B NeoTec Monopod Deluxe Photo Monopod with Safety Lock,
priced a tad higher than 100 quids but did wonders for my operated knee when needed!

 

[scottishguy]

Thanks for the suggestions folks, I'll have a look over the weekend and try and buy the one that suits my height.

 

[realspeed]

I have the Manfrotto 679b monopod. Extended just over 5ft -closed about 2ft.
Supports up to 22 lb (10kg), Cost around £40

 

[allanm]

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I'm using the Manfrotto 685B NeoTec Monopod Deluxe Photo Monopod with Safety Lock,
priced a tad higher than 100 quids but did wonders for my operated knee when needed!

I have one of these as well, really easy to use and copes easily with a d750 and Sigma 150-500.

 

[Gary Kinghorn]

I bought one of these the other day and really like using it. Slightly over budget though.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B000KI189O?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00


And one of these to go with it

http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B006JZ7QZC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s01

 

[stryvya]

OK, bit of a Cheapskate here, but you could always extend one leg of your Tripod (if you have one) and use that instead.