Review on 📸 Versatile and Sturdy: Manfrotto 290 Aluminum 4-Section Monopod (MM290A4US) by Jessica Escobar

I have had this monopod for over three years now. The heaviest setup I've built on top of this is a Canon 80D (APS-C frame) with a Canon 400/5.6 super telephoto baby lens. The RC2 head works with a PL200 quick release plate which I put on the 400ft model so I think I'm on the safe side with that. If you have a larger/heavier lens or a full-frame lens with a good lens, the combination of the RC2 and the monopod's light weight will cause you concern. 80D with a 70-300 or 24-105 lens for example. With this setup, the monopod and head are very stable and the light weight means it can be carried all day long. Leg movement is smooth, leg clamps are secure, and the RC2 head is very appropriate. Important safety tip: I don't care what legs etc. you use with a monopod, it's NOT a tripod. and NOT safe for detached. When I have a camera on a monopod, I hold it with one hand (at least) the whole time. As others have pointed out, this is not a high performance monopod for large setups and sports. This is a mid-weight monopod for small setups where weight and comfort are important. Keep this in mind and you will be very happy.