Vanguard ELITE-CP324 Lightweight Professional Carbon Fiber Monopod

by Vanguard

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.2 x 2.7 x 23.3 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000YH49OC
• Item model number: ELITE-CP324
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #52 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Tripods & Monopods > Monopods
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Lightweight Professional Carbon Fiber Monopod

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Quite surprised by the quality...and strength., July 6, 2008

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brecklundin (Sunny California) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Vanguard ELITE-CP324 Lightweight Professional Carbon Fiber Monopod (Electronics)

I was in need of a monopod and needed it overnight so I figured I would settle for something, well, anything that could ship via Amazon Prime. When this monopod arrived wow, was I surprised with the quality.

The build quality is SOLID. It's very light weight being carbon fiber. Also due to the carbon fiber it is also very strong and I can even use it to help the creaky old bones get up. ;)

I use this with a 40D Canon and any range of lenses. I have not mounted a head on it yet but will probably add a simply tilt & swivel though I might add a smaller Bogen-Manfrotto Ballhead.

The one thing I do not care for but got used to is the twist lock legs vs. lever-flip leg lock/adjustments. It takes a bit to get the hang of the twist. Though as I have hand problems I might end up selling this one because it could get rough for me to turn them tightly enough to engage the lock securely enough. Not a short coming as when properly locked in place everything is fine and solid.

If you need a high-end build quality of a carbon fiber monopod this is an EXCELLENT option.

EDIT (05/02/2009): I have now been using this monopod for about a year. It has been a true work horse and never failed a single time. I decided to add a simple Manfrotto tilt-swivel head with an RC2 quick release adapter module, since the tilt-swivel just seemed more practical for use on a monopod. I also still use mine as a walking stick when the camera is not mounted on it. I would not put my whole weight on it, but it's great for helping with balance when needed, you know since somehow I seem to be a tad 'rounder" than I used-ta-was. ;)

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Exceptional Value, February 24, 2009

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A. A. Brogowicz (Kalamazoo, MI USA) - See all my reviews
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I could not be happier with this monopod. It's truly an exceptional value. It has every feature one could want on a monopod--carbon fiber, large foam grip, belt/backpack hook, wrist strap, extra-large twist locks, and the best rubber foot (with built-in spike) I have ever seen on a monopod. Even comes with a handy little wrench tool. It's lightweight but as sturdy as a lamp post. I checked out other monopods in my local camera store, and the only similar model cost $205. I mounted a Bogen/Manfrotto 234 tilt head and added a Really Right Stuff QR clamp and L-plate to create a super camera support for my DSLR. The free Amazon shipping was icing on the cake!

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Monopod is awesome for sports, November 2, 2009

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D. Cox "SonicPhotos" (Johnson City, TN) - See all my reviews
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I made the move from Manfrotto to Vanguard and love this monopod. It is carbon fiber which makes it very light to carry and it is strong enough to keep my camera and 70-200 lens steady on the sidelines. I really like the swiveling base that can be used for flat surfaces or as a spike on uneven terrain. It is easy to use and carry. Definitely recommend this product.