Camera Monopod Carbon Fiber Portable Compact Lightweight Travel Monopod with Wrist Strap, Silicone Handle, Twist Locks, 5-Section up to 185cm, Max Load 25kg(MPQ-405C)

Very light and well built, extends quickly. The twist locks make all the difference

The build quality of the monopod and feet are great. It feels very stable. There is some wobble when free standing while the monopod is extended to shoulder level. Always stable when held onto. The value of the product is very good given the cost.The quick lock mechanism for the feet and head is prone to becoming loose. This doesn't happen while I am using the monopod, but I have to be careful to double check the locks whenever I first set up.The fluid video head doesn't seem to be as good quality compared to the rest of the product. The horizonal panning is not smooth unless you completely loosen the lock to zero resistance. The vertical panning has damping that feels very springy and aggressive. I would recommend buying the monopod without the video head and getting a good quality video head separately if you need one.

Great lightweight monopod with some unique features. Really easy to lock or unlock the ball head on the foot to either have the monopod stand upon its own or to make adjustments to it by simply twisting the lock, a knob. Really love the quick release for both the monopod leg and the head so you can quickly move your camera from the top of the monopod to a low to the ground tripod style stand. Locking levers are easy to flip open and close for raising and lowering it . Another great piece of kit from leophoto!

The media could not be loaded. Today I'm reviewing this Carbon fiber camera monopod from Leofoto,As you can see it comes with a really nice carrying case. It's very sturdy and has double zippers here which we'll open it up. We've got the monopod itself, some tools and there is a different end if you want a spike instead of the big rubber foot and the tools to switch it out.The first thing that I'm not super happy with on this is that it does not come with any type of head or quick release or anything. It's just a 3/8" mount. It almost looks like you could remove it to do quarter-twenty, but there doesn't seem to be any way to get that out of there. You do need to bring your own video head which is going to add an additional cost. The rubber foot on the bottom is kind of weird, but it works reasonably well and you get a lot of motion on here. It does make some interesting noises on a flat surface. The other thing I'm not a hug fan of is that they were not consistent on the way this locks in.As you can see it's fairly compact, but each section, you see the first one you have this little clamp that opens up. Then they go to these little twist tension knobs which I'm not as big a fan of overall. Yes, they are quicker to release and maybe a lighter weight and there is going to be less bulkiness to it, but I'm just not as secure with these as I am with normal clamps.The extension on this is pretty good, but the lowest section here the carbon fiber seems to be getting thin and I'm not a big fan of using that final extension.If you are looking for a reasonably priced strong monopod, this does work fairly well, but again you will have to bring your own head unless you are using a 3/8" directly on your camera. it works pretty well for a hiking pole as well.All things considered, it's pretty decent. I'm rating this four out of five stars.Pros- Comes with a nice carrying bag- Closes to a fairly compact length- Reasonably lightweightCons- No included QR/ball/fluid head- Not a fan of the included rubber foot

Super compact and the best twist locks I have ever used. Most of the time I pick flip locks over twist simply because they are faster. However these are so well made that I have zero objection. A very high end high quality monopod.

I just started using this monopod and I am already loving it. It is super light weight, yet built tank strong. I like the camo pattern. I have been suffering from a leg injury, and I’m too stubborn to stop my passion for outdoor photography, so this monopod is really getting put to the test. Sometimes, I really lean into it to stand and I have no issues with feeling insecure.The top is secure and has a screw (I use 3/8 inch) to attach a ball head. The base has a screw in foot. If there is one thing I might change, it is the foot. I usually prefer a metal point base, but the rubber one that comes with this is great, too. All the sections lock tightly and are twist locks. The handle has a nice grip feel and there is a wrist strap. It also comes with a case. The case is slightly oversized, and I’m assuming this is to accommodate your ball head along with the monopod. It’s a nice case with good zipper and strap. Good value for a premium monopod/hiking pole.

This monopod supports a substantial amount of weight with ease, handling my Nikon Z9 and 800mm f/6.3 lens without issue. The collapsible design with throw levers makes setup and takedown quick, and the tripod feet provide excellent stability.However, the quick-release plate isn't a standard mount, making it difficult to find replacements. It’s a square Arca-Swiss style plate measuring 32mm on each side, but compatible plates seem unavailable. Additionally, I wish the ball head at the base of the tripod feet could be unlocked with a foot lever for hands-free adjustments, a feature found on some Leofoto monopods models but not this one.On the positive side, the included hex key that clips to the carbon fiber body is a thoughtful touch, ensuring it’s always on hand. Overall it's a great monopod and does an excellent job. There are a few things that differentiate it from higher-end models but regardless this one is fantastic!