 Teresa H. Hunt |
Function of a Monopod? I received a monopod for Christmas. I've never used one and am curious about how they work. I assume you have to hold onto it while taking a photo. Is that a correct assumption? Do they work for very slow shutter speeds?
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Pete H |
Teresa, While not as stable a platform as a tripod, the monopod serves a purpose. 1) Lighter than a Tripod "Very slow" shutter speeds is relative. You will be able to shoot slower speeds compared to hand held, but to a point.
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Richard Lynch |
Just to add: I use a monopod frequently - and in certain situations, more often than a tripod depending on what I am shooting. Mostly I use them walking around where a tripod is impractical but I know I'll still want support. A good example would be shooting a parade from the crowd - it would be silly to try and get a tripod set up ("excuse me, pardon my tripod leg a moment, won't you?"). I also like using them in some situations where I shoot with a short DOF with a manual fixed-focus lens where moving the camera is easier and quicker than focusing, yet I still want some support. But that's a personal preference. Some monopods come with a base that can make them free standing, but I have not ever let go of my camera when it was on a monopod (Pete's examples are interesting). Instead, I have both tripod and monopod available with the same head and quick-release so I can change to one or the other as necessary.
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Bob Cammarata |
A monopod will provide only vertical (up and down) support of the camera and lens during exposure. The front-to-back and side-to-side stability will depend upon your own steadiness. It's wise to prop your monopod up against something sturdy like a rock, tree or fence post to increase stability.
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