Opteka MP100 67" Pro Photo / Video Monopod

I am very happy with this product it is very light and folds down very small also bought Giottos MH-1302 Pro Series II Socket & Ball Head with MH-110C Camera Mount together they hold my Sony Handycam DCR- SR45 just fine. Cant beat it for the price.

I have the same monopod in the OSN brand (OSN 450) and it has proven itself durable and affordable. I am 6ft tall and this monopod extends just above a useful height for me. So I guess I should give it a 2-star rating and suggest a monopod that costs 2 to 3x as much but really isn't as tall as the one I'm reviewing and it too won't support my 40 pound full size VHS camcorder that I bought back in the 80's, which is way better than any of these tiny little 2 pound HD cameras on the market today. Sorry, I had to throw that bit of sarcasm in there....
The only thing that I see that could be improved is the top plate that also holds the hand strap. It is made of plastic and I can see the part that holds the strap possibly breaking after a while since I found myself applying considerable weight on it during use.
The OSN 450 is sold by Wally World for $15, so you can go check it out in person.

The Opteka MP100 Monopod is an excellent buy. The quality is as good as the more expensive monopods and the 67" height beats almost all of the other monopods available. I only found one taller, 68", and it was three times the price. Having the camera at eye level, on a steady base is great. 47th Street Photo processed the order quickly and shipped it right out.

Simple and sturdy with a great value. Great product, and I use it weekly when shooting photos.

Great item to steady digital cameras shots. Shipping instant. Great product for money.