Dan Scott writes:
> I've been considering this, since is the type of photo I seem to be doing
> mostly. What is the hassle factor with adjusting the pod for height? I
> guess I'm thinking primarily about insects and other quick moving things.
> How does it work out, do you carry it around with camera attached and pod
> extended or collapsed or what?
I usually carry it with one section extended which makes it tall enough for
me to crouch on one knee, or two sections which is just below "standing"
level. Flowers don't move very quickly so adjusting the height is not a
problem. Most of my adjustments only involve one leg-section so its pretty
quick to change.
I find the most annoying thing is adjusting the ball head, although I can tilt
the whole monopod a little when necessary.
For anything that moves fast I either chase it with a handheld rig or just do
my best not to scare it off. Unfortunately going handheld tends to limit me to
400-speed film which tends to get a bit grainy for my liking.
Cheers,
- Dave
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