Gitzo G1568 & Bogen 3006 Monopods

[hong_wong2]

Dear all,

I am planning to buy a monopod for my Hasselblad 905SWC & 501CM

(with standard lens only). After reading the specifications of the

Gitzo G1568 & Bogen 3006, I found out these two monopods (Max load,

weight....)are similar except the Gitzo is a cabon fiber but the

price is around 4 times more than the Bogen. Any opinion on that?

Which one should I buy?

Thanks

[vgoklani]

I have the Gitzo 1564L, which is Aluminum and about half the price for the cabon fiber. I would definitly recommend it!! I also don't think you save too much weight by using carbon fiber over aluminum.

 

If you insist on the carbon fiber, check eBay. There was one that went for $150.

 

Also, from what I have heard, the Gitzo are much more durable than the Bogens. I also prefer the levers on the Gitzo, very easy to use!!

 

Incidentally, I also use the Bogen 3232 head. I think it was designed for a monopod, as you don't need a ball-head in the field.

 

Take a look at:

http://reallyrightstuff.com/tutorials/monopods/index.html

 

for more info.

 

-V-

[blueform]

Just as a matter of interest , take a look at the y-pod.