10 best opteka monopods

Opteka is a brand known for producing a variety of camera accessories, including monopods.A monopod is a single-legged support device that is often used in photography and videography to provide stability and reduce camera shake when capturing images or footage.

Opteka monopods are designed to be lightweight, portable, and easy to use. They typically feature adjustable height and may come with features like quick-release plates, rubberized grips, and ergonomic handles to make them more comfortable to hold and operate. These monopods are suitable for both amateur and professional photographers and videographers.

Monopods are particularly useful when you need to shoot in situations where tripods are impractical or when you need to maintain mobility while stabilizing your camera equipment. They are commonly used in sports photography, wildlife photography, and for shooting in crowded or confined spaces.

Opteka may offer a range of monopods with different specifications and price points to cater to various customer needs and budgets. When considering an Opteka monopod, it's essential to assess your specific requirements, such as the weight and size of your camera equipment and the types of shots you plan to capture, to choose the right model for your needs.

Below you can find our editor's choice of the best opteka monopods on the market

Opteka M900 71" 5 Section Ultra Heavy Duty Monopod (Supports up to 30 lbs)

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Product description

The 5-section Opteka M900 Monopod is a full featured robust heavy-duty professional camera monopod made to satisfy photographers who need a highly portable, high-performance solution they can easily carry when they are travelling. It's metal construction allows it to support up to 30 lbs of weight. The M900 is compact measuring 20.5" when folded. It is easily packable on a backpack or messenger camera bag. And because portability can’t come at the cost of performance, the new M900 photo monopod has the state of the art features such as a sure rubber comfort grip, no-drop wrist carrying strap, quick action lever leg lock system with 45° flip, large 2.3" camera/head platform with a dual 1/4-20" - 3/8" camera screw.

The M900 monopod is the ideal travelling and outdoor companion: it takes up very little space yet gives invaluable support and far better results than hand-held shooting. It is a favourite support of sports photographers using long, heavy lenses who also need lightning-fast reactions and repositioning and fashion photographers using their camera in crowded places where there is limited freedom of movement.

The M900 is compatible with a vast range of cameras and satisfy many different photography needs. The 30lbs weight limit allows a wide range of cameras such as Compact System Camera (CSC), mirrorless or small DSLR, medium format and high-end DSLRs.

Specifications

Material: Black Anodized Aluminum

Maximum Height: 71.3" (181.1 cm)

Folded Length: 20.5" (52 cm)

Load Capacity: 30 lb (13.6 kg)

Sections: 5

Leg Cross Section: Round

Leg Tube Diameters: 36mm

Leg Lock Type: Flip-Lock

Platform Size: 2.36" (60 mm)

Male Thread Size: 1/4"-20 & 3/8"-16

Weight: 1.82 lb (.83 kg)

Head: Optional

Includes

Opteka M900 71" Heavy-Duty Monopod

Opteka 5 Year Warranty

TAKING HEAVY-DUTY TO THE NEXT LEVEL: Thick leg sections constructed from BA aluminum alloy allows maximum loads of up to 30lbs. This design provides a extremely sturdy, strong support that gives you a feeling of complete control when used on a shoot.
HEAD OR NO HEAD: A metal mounting screw allows you to attach any camera or any head directly to the monopod via a dual 1/4'' - 3/8'' camera fixing screw. A large 2.36" platform totally eliminates any wobble.
COMFORT FOR EXTENDED USAGE: A comfortable hand grip allows a secure hold when setting up or moving the monopod from one location to another. The grip's padding helps reduce fatigue and allows hours of extended usage. A built-in wrist strap protects against drops and allows hands-free carrying.
EASY TO USE: Take the monopod with you to get photos on the go using a convenient folding system that reduces it quickly down the five robust sections. It also features a lever leg lock system that features quick action to get it ready in a flash.
COMPATIBILITY: Cameras such as Canon EOS 7D, 6D, 5D Mark III, 5DS Mark IV, 80D, 77D, 70D, 60D, Rebel T7i, T7s, T6i, T6s, T5i, T4i, T3i, EOS M, Nikon D5, D4, D3, D750, D610, D7500, D7200, D7100, D5600, D5500, D5300, D5200, D5100, D3400, D3300, D3200, Sony Alpha a7S, a7S II, a7 II, a7R II, a7R, a7, a99, a77, a65, a57, a6500, a6300, a6000, NEX-7, NEX-6, a580, a560, a39, Pentax 645Z, 645D, K-5, K-3 II, K-70, K-50, K-30, K-S2, K-S1 and all other cameras with an 1/4-20 standard tripod hole.

User questions & answers

Question:	can I attach this to a tripod and get even higher
Answer:	I did a Google search using Braun's part number and found this web page. http://www.electricshaverstore.com/i/1885/braun-hair-comb-attachment-for-type-5417-cruzer-6.htm.
Question:	Do I need to purchase a quick release to use with the monopod
Answer:	No. I ordered the escort direct smart cord. And the mirror mount. Now mine is cordless. I never have to charge it. Theres no visual cords. If your going to buy the radar it's worth buying the rest
Question:	The 3 smaller screws on the top are sticking out just a little bit and I can't put any heads on correctly... What should I do
Answer:	I think the question is whether the 9500ix has stealth technology. It does not. Troopers can detect your unit electronically. There are some detectors that cannot be detected electronically and these are needed in Virginia and Canada
Question:	can you buy separate monopod feet and attach it to this
Answer:	You do not have to pay a subscription fee. The subscription is only for updates, which will get you better alerts for speed traps and red light cameras. Personally I could care less, it has GPS and I can mark locations, or cancel false alerts, and do everything else this radar detector is capable of. Works great with no subscription.

Opteka 72-Inch Photo Video Monopod with Quick Release for Digital SLR Cameras and Camcorders

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Product description

The Opteka 72-inch lightweight monopod provides the support and stabilization you need when using your camera or camcorder. The most important qualities to look for in a monopod are it's weight, compactness, stability and versatility of use. The monopod is the ideal traveling and outdoor companion: it takes up very little space yet gives invaluable support and far better results than hand-held shooting. You can take it to family events like football, baseball, hockey, tennis, swimming games, parties, graduations, weddings, or any event where you need a stabilized camera or camcorder. You can be over 6 feet tall or 3 feet tall and still maximize your point of interest. The 1/4-inch universal thread lets you mount almost all digital and still cameras, video cameras, and scopes up to 8.8 pounds. The newly added quick release allows for quick removal when working under pressure. The foam handle and sturdy design keeps your camera or camcorder stable and comfortable for any occasion. With 4 quick and easily extendable legs that lock in place, the monopod can extend up to 72-inches to help you get whatever shot you need. This monopod can be placed anywhere, it can stand on any soft surface like natural wood while using the rubber foot, or retract it to expose the metal spike for any rough outdoor rugged terrain. Maximum Height: 72 Inches. Minimum Height: 21.5 Inches. Maximum Load: 8.8 lbs. Head: Fixed with Quick Release Plate. Leg Sections: 4 with Flip Locks. Material: Aluminum Alloy. Net Weight: .66 lbs

HEAVY DUTY: Constructed of black anodized aluminum. This type of aluminum is durable, decorative and resistant to corrosion. This ensures that even with heavy use, the monopod retains its durability.
VERSATILITY: This monopod works with a variety of camera types, including film, digital and video. Designed with a maximum load capacity of 8.8 pounds, the monopod is able to accommodate a wide array of cameras while remaining stable.
EASY TO USE: The four sections fold out quickly, allowing you to get the monopod set up in no time. It is lightweight and only weighs 12.6 ounces. With a Max height of 72" and min height of 21.5", you can get the exact shot that you are looking for every time.
EASY TRANSPORT: Take the monopod with you to get photos on the go using a convenient folding system that reduces it quickly down into four robust sections. It also has a lever leg lock system that features quick action to get it ready in a flash.
COMPATIBILITY: Cameras such as Canon EOS 7D, 6D, 5D Mark III, 5DS Mark IV, 80D, 77D, 70D, 60D, Rebel T7i, T7s, T6i, T6s, T5i, T4i, T3i, EOS M, Nikon D5, D4, D3, D750, D610, D7500, D7200, D7100, D5600, D5500, D5300, D5200, D5100, D3500, D3400, D3300, D3200, Sony Alpha a7S, a7S II, a7 II, a7R II, a7R, a7, a99, a77, a65, a57, a6500, a6400, a6300, a6000, NEX-7, a580, a560, a39, Pentax 645Z, 645D, K-5, K-70, K-50, K-30, K-S2, K-S1 and all other cameras with an 1/4-20 standard tripod hole.

User questions & answers

Question:	has anyone successfully added a 3 leg base to this monopod
Answer:	Yes.
Question:	So i can snap a picture 6 feet away with my digital camera
Answer:	I didn’t test it but I think it should be as long as u8000 support regular camera (install the adapter with the same way as camera does)
Question:	Will I be able to screw this onto my D
Answer:	Works like a charm!
Question:	What is the shortest length? It only indicates the extended 67" in Product Details column
Answer:	Yes, square. About 2x2 inches. Mine is attached to a Canon R800 Vixia video camera all the time with the lower part on my fluid head tripod.

Opteka CFM200 58" 5 Section 8X Carbon Fiber Monopod

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Product description

Opteka carbon fiber monopods are significantly lighter than standard aluminum models without compromising performance. Its 8x technology features eight layers of carbon designed to provide maximum strength and stability while keeping the monopod's weight to a minimum. These are the perfect camera support for hiking and travel. Each monopod features both a 1/4" and 3/8" threaded mount to accommodate any camera or head.

Carbon fiber and magnesium construction for lightness and rigidity
Dual mounting screw allows you to attach any camera or any head directly to the monopod
5 sections with 23mm diameter legs and twist locks
High-density foam grip with wrist strap
11.2 oz weight, 9 lb maximum load, 58.2" maximum height, 16.9" folded

User questions & answers

Question:	does this have a 3/4 hole at the bottom of the monopod
Answer:	Yes, my husbands seems to work with the adaptor plugged into the trimmer. But I have to admit he's never used it this way.
Question:	Can the spiked and rubber foot be unscrewed to accommodate an after market base with a 3/8 inch screw
Answer:	no it is not rated at 220v
Question:	How do you take pictures. How do you click the shutter
Answer:	The BT5090 comes in silver & black and includes a charging stand and zippered travel case.The BT5070 is essentially the BT5090 in black with no charging stand and a travel pouch.The BT5050 lacks the slide-out trimmer found on the BT5090 & BT5070.
Question:	Is this monopod compatible with a Canon Power Shot SD
Answer:	Yes. You can use it while it's plugged in.
Question:	Will this work for a GoPro
Answer:	This is my second Cruzer - the first died after about a year and a half. This one works while plugged in and it appears to charge, but within a few moments (even after a full charge) it dies and will only work plugged in.
Question:	Will this work with a Samsung Note 2 phone
Answer:	6 volts @ 0.6 amps (600 ma) is the output of the charger which is the input to the trimmer.

Opteka CFM300 68 -Inch 5 Section 8X Carbon Fiber Monopod (Heavy Duty)

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Product description

Opteka carbon fiber monopods are significantly lighter than standard aluminum models without compromising performance. Its 8x technology features eight layers of carbon designed to provide maximum strength and stability while keeping the monopod's weight to a minimum. These are the perfect camera support for hiking and travel.

The CFM300 features both a 1/4" and 3/8" threaded mount to accommodate any camera or head.

Carbon fiber and magnesium construction for lightness and rigidity
Dual mounting screw allows you to attach any camera or any head directly to the monopod
5 Sections with 32mm diameter legs and twist locks
High-density foam grip with wrist strap
19 oz Weight, 22 lb maximum load, 68" maximum height, 19.2" folded

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have a 1/4 or 3/4 thread in the bottom to attach to a stand
Answer:	HC 5090 stands for HAIR CUT BT 5090 stands for Beard Trimmer

Opteka CFM300 68" 5 Section 8X Carbon Fiber Monopod with TH40 Magnesium Ball Head

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Product description

Opteka CFM300 68" 5 Section 8x Carbon Fiber Monopod with TH40 Magnesium Ball Head

Opteka TH20 Ball Head with Quick Release Plate for Tripods and Monopods

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Product description

The Opteka TH20 features smooth operational movement and positive locking. The quick release plate's receiver has a safety lock to prevent accidental release of the quick release plate. This additional safety system prevents the accidental detaching of the camera from the head.

This ball head is strong enough to hold a digital SLR camera with medium weight lenses and light medium format cameras up to 9 pounds. This head is ideal for both tripods and monopods.

Supports up to 9 pounds
Ideal for all medium format, 35mm and digital cameras
Quick release plate with safety lock and bubble level
Tripod mount thread: 3/8"-16
Weight: 23.5 oz, Height: 4.33"

User questions & answers

Question:	How does this attach to the monopod
Answer:	6.25" wide, and 7.9375" tall
Question:	Will this work with opteka MP100 monopod
Answer:	Yes it did have an odor but after a week it was gone
Question:	How do you take pictures. How do you click the shutter
Answer:	I cant remember. I believe so.
Question:	Is this monopod compatible with a Canon Power Shot SD
Answer:	That’s why I purchased it as well. The openings aren’t offset, but my 50lb dog hasn’t been able to get in. I’m not sure if a small dog might be able to fit. The outer opening is 8.75” wide by 10” tall.
Question:	Will this work for a GoPro
Answer:	It will, but you will have to leave out the partition. I have 3 cats and 2 of them are larger cats, so I use extra large litter boxes and I just removed the partition and it fits fine.
Question:	Will this work with a Samsung Note 2 phone
Answer:	The Whisker doodle Giant Open Cat Litter Pan

Opteka CFM300 68" 5 Section 8X Carbon Fiber Monopod with TH20 Ball Head

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Product description

Opteka CFM300 68" 5 Section 8x Carbon Fiber Monopod with TH20 Ball Head

Opteka SteadyVid 200EX PRO Video Stabilizer System for Digital SLR Cameras & Camcorders up to 5 LBS

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Product description

The Opteka SteadyVid 200EX is a video stabilizing system designed to reduce shake and stabilize video on cameras and camcorders weighing up to 5 lbs (2.25kg). The SteadyVid 200EX features aluminum construction, comfort grip handle, heavy-duty gimbal, polished chrome counterweights, spirit level, rubberized camera mount and thumb stabilizer.

Features

~ Supports digital cameras and camcorders up to 5 lbs

~ Comfort grip handle

~ Super heavy-duty steel gimbal for smooth, accurate motion

~ Spirit level and thumb stabilizer

~ Includes one 13 oz. amd two 8.5oz polished chrome counterwights

~ 1 Year Warranty

Specifications

Load Capacity: 5 lbs (2.25kg)

Construction:Aluminum body, rubber padded handle, polished chrome counterweights

Dimensions (folded down):10" x 9" x 1.2" (25.4 x 22.8 x 3 cm)

Weight (excluding counterweights):15 oz (425g)

Supports up to 5 LBS
Super-smooth heavy-duty gimbal
Comfort grip handle
Three polished chrome counterwights
Spirit level and rotation stabilizer

User questions & answers

Question:	will this work with a super light compact camera
Answer:	Despite what some people have said, It's NOT Bluetooth. The people who say it is clearly don't own one. And you don't need WiFi to use it. It basically creates a WiFi signal that you will connect to you with your phone. You can use it anywhere with or without cell or WiFi signal.
Question:	Has anyone tried this with a Canon XA
Answer:	Solo Android

Opteka Z Flex Tilt Aluminum Alloy Tripod Head Bracket with Bubble Level for Canon, Fuji, Nikon, Olympus, Pentax and Sony Cameras or Camcorders

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Product description

Made from premium material, solid and durable, not easy to break off. Foldable and flexible, and you can easily adjust the angle of the tilt head while shooting. Lightweight and portable, easy to take with for using anytime anywhere. Top universal 1/4in screw for you to mount various cameras. Bottom 1/4in and 3/8in screw holes are convenient for you to install tripod.

Specification

Standard load bearing: 3 kg/6.6 lbs

Material: CNC Machined Aluminum Alloy

Two Screw Holes: 1/4" & 3/8"

Color: Black

Screw: 1/4"

Unfolded Size: Approx. 3.54 x 3.54 x 3.54 inches

Folded Size: Approx. 3.54 x 3.54 x 0.82 inches

Weight: Approx. .35 lbs (161g)

Includes

Opteka Z-Flex Head

Opteka Wrench

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FOLD AND SWIVEL -You can easily adjust the angle of the tilt head while shooting
LIGHTWEIGHT AND PORTABLE - Made of high grade aluminum alloy, take with you anywhere anytime
CONSTRUCTION - Made of strong high grade aluminum alloy with 1/4" / 3/8" screw and built in spirit level
Compatible with Canon EOS 7D, 6D, 5D, 5DS Mark III IV, 90D, 80D, 77D, 70D, 60D, T7i, T7s, T6i T6s T5i, EOS T4i, T3i, T2i, R, RP. Nikon D5, D4, D3, D750, D610, D500, D7500, D7200, D7100, D5600, D5500, D5300, D5200, D5100, D3500, D3400, D3300, D3200, Z50, Z7, Z6. Sony a9, a6600, a6500, a6300, a6400 a6100, a6000
Compatible with Sony NEX-7, NEX-6, a580, a99, a77, a65, a57, a39, A7 II, A7 III, A7R II, A7R III, A7R IV, A7s, A7s II. Pentax 645Z, 645D, K-5, K-3 II, K-70, K-50, K-30, K-S2, K-S1. Olympus OM-D E-M1 II, E-M1 III, E-M1X, E-M5 II, E-M5 III, E-M10 II, E-M10 III, E-PL9, E-PL10, PEN-F. Fuji X-A5, X-A7, X-E3, X-H1, X-PRO2, X-PRO3, X-T1, X-T3, X-T4, X-T20, X-T30, X-T100, X-T200

Opteka SteadyVid EX Video Stabilizer for Compact Digital Cameras, Camcorders and DSLR's (up to 2.1 lbs)

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Product description

The Opteka SteadyVid EX is a video stabilizing system designed to reduce shake and stabilize video on cameras and camcorders weighting up to 2.1 lbs (0.95kg). The SteadyVid EX features aluminum construction, comfort grip handle, super-smooth gimbal, polished chrome counter-weight, sprit level, rubberized camera mount and thumb stabilizer. The SteadyVid EX is the most affordable full-featured stabilizer on the market.

Features

~ Supports digital cameras and camcorders up to 2.1 lbs

~ DSLRs can be used on the SteadyVid EX with light lenses (up to 2.1 lbs total weight of body and lens)

~ Comfort grip handle

~ Super gimbal for smooth, accurate motion

~ Polished chrome counter-weight

~ Spirit level and thumb stabilizer

~ 1 Year Warranty

Specifications

Load Capacity: 2.1 lbs (0.95kg)

Construction:Aluminum body, rubber padded handle, polished chrome counterweight

Dimensions :8" x 9.5" x 1.2" (20.3 x 24.1 x 3 cm)

Weight:1.43 lbs (650g)