Leofoto MP-284C Carbon Monopod

With a maximum working height of no less than 1,650 mm (without the head attached), this model boasts an impressive load capacity of 18 kg! It leaves little to be desired in terms of compatible cameras. It can even be fitted with long telephoto lenses – the MP-284C handles this without complaint. Yet it weighs just 414 g. An ideal piece of kit for all photographers who prefer a monopod that is both tall and sturdy, but above all lightweight. The extremely light yet highly rigid carbon fibre makes this possible. The four leg sections, with diameters of 28, 25, 22 and 19 mm, move extremely smoothly and do not twist. Rubberised twist locks make releasing and securing the leg sections a very quick process. When fully collapsed, the monopod has a pack size of 52.3 mm. The tripod plate features a combination screw with ¼” and 3/8” threads. The Leofoto VH-10 tilt head is particularly recommended for the MP-284C monopod, as it is specifically designed for monopods.

Leofoto and Degreef & Partner

Degreef & Partner in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, has decades of experience in the distribution of photographic accessories, both across Europe and worldwide. They are proud to represent the Leofoto brand as an authorised distributor for the Benelux countries, Germany, France, Austria and Switzerland. This is because Leofoto products are of the highest quality. And at prices that are nowhere near those of photo tripods from well-known brands of comparable quality.

Leofoto carbon monopods

Monopods are the ideal camera supports for sports photography and indeed for all fast-moving subjects. These are, so to speak, Leofoto’s ‘flawless’ monopods for professional use. This tripod brand also offers tripods, each of which features a leg that can be used as a monopod. The use of eight layers of carbon fibre makes the monopods in question here pleasantly light whilst offering high stability. Yet these monopods still pack plenty of power: load capacities of 15, 18 or 20 kg are available across the three models on offer. It’s hardly rocket science that the model with the longest extension has a slightly lower load capacity (15 kg). But all three models are capable of safely supporting even heavy camera-lens combinations. The top section of every Leofoto monopod is softly padded with foam, a detail that’s kind to the hand and, on occasion, certainly to the shoulder too. What’s more, it offers some protection against the cold in winter. A wrist strap is a must for any monopod – not a minor detail, but an important safety feature. The strap should always be worn on the hand used to hold the monopod whilst taking photographs. The ¼-inch and 3/8-inch combination screw on the tripod plate makes these monopods highly versatile. Setting up or folding the Leofoto monopods is a breeze thanks to the quick-release fasteners on the extremely torsion-resistant leg segments. When a super-telephoto lens is mounted on the camera, the MP-285C is truly in its element. After all, it can carry an impressive 18 kg. An outstanding performance for a weight of just 414 g!