That was great and totally convinced me to buy the gimbal. I had been concerned about the weight distribution with the side mount, but it's a total non-issue. One of the best pieces of equipment I've bought; life-changing. There's an additional benefit I discovered. By walking back and forth along the arc of the monopod I can raise and lower the height of the rig without fiddling with the monopod locks, and I can do this without ever removing my eye from the finder, or even thinking about anything. Miraculous!

A really great review with clear instructions about how to use this new head that I just purchased. I subscribed to this channel for that reason. Thank you!

Thanks for the recommendation. I love it. I am glad I saw your video as I was agonizing over which RRS monopod head to order. Thanks again.

I'll try this. I had tried using a gimbal mount (per your other video regarding this) but it was rather unhandy trying to lug it around, so I had to stop using that. This mount looks like a game-changer for those long walks to the desired shooting spot. Thanks!

Steve, after watching your video over a year ago I decided to get one and I have never looked back. It has pretty much replaced my tripod gimbal in use. Top piece of kit and top review, as well. You should get sales commission from Wimberley!

I took my Wimberly gimbal head with a 300mm f2.8 and 2.0 tele to Dominican Republic on a photo tour through the forest. What a game changer in terms of ability to walk long distances plus save weight and space on travel. It was my first time to use both combinations. Success! I like the new Wimberly monopod head from this video and will give it a try with the 600mm f4 as well. Thanks Steve!

I got this setup a few months back and I have to say I really love it. Of course a lot of shots would be possible with a full tripod that aren't with this rig for me, but you'll never get the advantage of great gear you never take into the field with you and this is a perfect compromise for me, especially combined with the new Nikon 500mm 5.6 PF. Even a whole day hiking is easy with it as long as I get my backpack strap properly configured so the monopod doesn't grind into my shoulder :)

Thanks Steve. I'm glad you addressed the carrying aspect. In my nature photography Community College course I show folks how to remember to point the lens down when carrying a tripod/monopod (to keep dust and falling leaves off the lens) while alternating shoulders. With this device the lens is always pointed sideways, and always the same direction, BUT the obvious increase in comfort/stability would more than make up for my "concerns". I'm purchasing this!

Recently, I purchased a Sirui gimbal head for my tripod and have really enjoyed having it. It's great for bird photography for an hour or more providing an opportunity to take breaks without having to hold my rig. Just last week, after reviewing this video, I decided to purchase a gimbal head for my monopod and made the purchase. After doing so and waiting delivery I thought, "Did I just pay $190.00 for a gadget?" Well, I'm glad I did. The Wimberly works great on a monopod as Steve describes and it makes my D500 with 300 f2.8 attached a very mobile rig for a short outings, especially when hiking. Great video, Steve!

You are the best Steve to review honestly any photo products.. this was so useful.. and 3 of us including me bought this head after seeing this review.. Thanks a ton.. from India..

Great monopod gimbal head! It works great with a 1DX and 500mm F/4 II. The lens collar from this camera/lens combination functions smoothly. Once everything is setup properly, there are no issues with the lens flopping back and forth, even when the monopod is leaned back and forth. Thanx Steve for your recommendation and as always, your very informative videos.

very useful. Your recommendation never fails. Thanks, Steve.

Since I use gimbals for birds in flight I've found that using this relatively flat, horizontal-plane-mount head one needs a monopod that fully extends to eye level minimum so one can shoot up without excessively crouching down to do so. My Gitzo 4542 S4 is too short for me (6'1") so I got the 75" tall Gitzo 4552 S4 and it works much better. Better to have the height and need it, than need it and not have it. Good review!

Thank you Steve, I was looking for a head for use with my monopod.

Watched your video and thought I would really like the Monogimbal head since I have a Canon 400mm do and Sigma 150-600mm Contemporary and Sport. Just bought a 600mm f/4 and should receive tomorrow. After watching your video I thought this head would be perfect for me. Looked on B&H but they didn't have any yet so tried Amazon and wow there it was. Said they only had 2 left so I purchased one on Friday evening and to my surprise it arrived on Sunday. Great job Wimberley! It was actually shipped from them. We are going to Gatlinburg on Thanksgiving and I plan to take the monogimbal head with the Canon 400mm DO and Sigma 150-600mm sport or contemporary . I am so excited to receive the Canon 600mm f/4 is II tomorrow but don't want to be rushed using it and prefer to use it on my back porch initially.

Wow, this is brilliant and just what I desperately need. Thanks Steve

Thank You Steve! Saw this review, ordered one along with a RRS clamp. Got both yesterday & took them out today. I am very happy!

Once again, very helpful information Steve. And once again you cost me money!!!

Great idea and a great video to explain details of mounting. I use RRS. And I also like the use of the monopod, making it like a tripod - two legs and pod = tripod... sorta.

I watched Steve’s video, I went and bought one, I love it, I also use it on my 600mm f4 like steve, well balanced, and easy to rest on your back and walk with, I have a lot of respect for steve. Rick

Thanks Steve! FYI this item is so far the most ordered item they have had. So if you are thinking of ordering it don't wait!

Great video as always, thank you Steve

Thanks for the recommendation Steve, mine just arrived in the mail! I'll be field testing it this weekend for motorsports with my 200-500. For those asking how the balance shifts between focal lengths with this lens - I'm finding that if you slightly tighten the tension knob, it'll balance whether you're at 200mm or 500mm. I'm not sure if the tension knob will loosen with use, but with my (very brief) testing, it seems to work. If Wimberly decides to make a version 2, I hope they add a memory setting to the tension knob. This could hopefully solve all of the telephoto balance concerns.

just ordered mine for return trip to Costa Rica. The last monopod i had broke when I was there, it was miserable. Dennis saved my bacon. Looking forward to another great trip, will be thinking of you and Rose as we splash around in the pool.

This WMG head with monopod has vastly increased the keeper rate (vs handholding) for my a7RIV & 200-600 combo.

Thanks Steve! great video. Just stumbled upon this. I have this MonoGimbal head. Have been using it directly on my Gitzo monopod head and loving it. But am curious to learn the benefits of mounting it on the RRS quick release mount. I am unable to locate the video you are mentioning here as to why you are doing it that way. Any pointers to that will be very helpful. Thanks a bunch again!

I just use my ball head tilted on the side in the little notch, does the exact same thing including the back carry. I don't do wildlife, but I've used that for years for field sport, it's a great setup.

Thanks again for the info, this looks like a winner!

Looks like you went down the same path I did first with the full gimbal WH-200 and now this monogimbal head.

I have a ProMediaGear GTK-1 tomahawk which is a beast. This looks neat at a fraction of the weight too....

Thanks Steve, very informative.

This is a great tip. Needless to say, I bought one. This lightweight head transforms bringing the stick along into a convenience. By the way, the stance you create with your monopod is essentially a "tripod" consisting of the monopod and your two legs. It is quite stable. I am free-handing fewer shots these days, which i have to admit, has improved my images.

Just ordered one and it should be here today! Can't wait.

Thanks Steve, you are the best, this thing is a must have for me, thanks

hey fantastic. I was toying with getting a gimbal and then I saw this. I am going to get one.

Hi Steve. Another good video. Question, Have you ever used the Manfrotto 393 Gimbal? If so, how to you rate it against the Wimberley Monogimbal?

I use the Wimberley Sidekick SK-100 on my Monopod together with a RRS bh-40 or a 2-way head. Works well. All mounted with RRS quick release clamps on tripod and Monopod so I am ultra flexible.

You can also put a arca swiss plate on the monopod tripod foot ..... that lowers the COG to a point where the lens balances perfectly (600mm F4E FL) on a gimbal !!

Hey Steve- great info - can I ask what kind of hand strap you have hanging from the monopod? Is that for the head to be attached to the monopod? .. I’ve got a 600 f4 on the way and I’m trying to make sure I have everything I need. Love all of your videos! Cheers!

Love your work bro

Very nice intro to this unique Monopod head, Steve! As a landscape and product photographer, I only occasionally shoot wildlife, and indeed, my "longest" lens is the AF-P Nikkor FX 70-300mm F4.5-5.6E ED VR on a Z7 (with FTZ Adapter). As I've only used tripods, I am now thinking of a good monopod such as the Sirui P-324S with possibly a Leofoto VH-105 head. (I am familiar with Leofoto, as I use one of their CF tripods, which seems very quality indeed.) Have you any experience with this combo, or would you recommend anything else for one without the "Big Boy" lenses? Thank you sir!

Thank you, very helpful review Steve - I can see this useful bit of kit being added to our collection soon.

Hi Steve. That Monogimbal head that seems great. I was wondering what model of Really Right Stuff Lever Release Clamp you're using under the head, on the top of your monopod ? Would you by any chance have a model number ? Also, but there is a price consideration, wouldn't a panning RRS lever release clamp (RRS PC-LR -255 USD) ultimately be the absolute best as a monopod configuration with the RRS Monogimbal head ? Thank you for your time and great videos.

Steve, Great video.What model RRS quick release clamp do you use with this? Thank you,

Its perfect! I have it and the sidekick- A++

Steve, thank you so much for another great video. I'm sure you've covered it before, but do you normally keep VR turned ON when using a monopod? Thanks again.

I was thinking to a similar system with a ballhead or a panoramic 2D head on the side, plus another panoramic head and a long plate. The tripod collar of the lens at 90° of course. The weight is on the side and NOBODY was using such a system, so I wasn't confident enough, I didn't waste the money and bought a classic gimbal head instead. Now, Wimberley and you are telling me I was right ;) The Wimberley is simplier and better of course...and affordable!

Hello Steve, I would like to know the RRS clamp model is B2-AS-II? it seems you use it on the monopod directly, isn't it?

Thanks, Steve. I have kind of vowed to be happy with the equipment I have, but his might be in my future since it is so different from anything I have and it looks very practical.

OK. Found it on the Wimberley website but they will only ship to my billing address unless I phone them!! I'm in Panama now :-) :-)

Thank you Steve!

Most fluid heads have a slot 90* slot. Been using it like that with a sigma 150-600 sports for a while. Works great and it’s cheaper 😉

Your video is likely the primary reason for purchasing the Wimberley Head - Thank you for a great review. One downside, that I can't seem to find a work-around, is using this head with a smaller lens that does not have a rotating collar. I can easily use an L-Bracket, but am restricted to a 1-way tilt and cannot easily go from landscape to portrait (something I do quite often and needs to be fast given the movement of my subjects (rock climbers) - I don't have time time to remove the camera from the head between shots. I back the recommendation 100%, but do wish I could use it with a smaller lens that doesn't have an option of a rotating collar.

Great video Steve, I have been using a ball head on my monopod but Wimberley is now going to get some more of my money. Curious if you've ever considered adding a tether to the setup just incase things get loose while hiking? If I'm just walking with a single lens I typically carry my camera using one of the black rapid rigs and have started attaching one of their tethers to my tri or monopod if I'm going to be leaving my camera attached to that while moving...it adds a little piece of mind for my paranoia. :)

Thanks Steve - I am currently using the wimberley wh-200 on my gitzo monopod but after watching this I am getting the mh-100. As you say it is a game changer.

Love this head!!!

This adapter is great. I use in combination with my SupaDupa Monopod, D850 and 200-500mm with great success, when a tripod is not possible (quick hikes or places that do not allow a tripod). The Benro monopod has the added benefit of a foot that rotates independent of the shaft of the pod, making panning with it a breeze. Quality built, like their Sidekick I also have for light travel.

You mentioned about the quick release mount at around 2:15.. What is the brand of the quick release mount? I was trying to find the portion in the clip where you said you would talk more about it but could not seem to find it.

Thank you Steve for an informative video. What is the "panning base" (I'm not sure what it called) that you used in the video that allowed the left to right movement? Thank you

That is one super-pricey monopod head even though a nice item. LOVE your videos...Thanks

wuho! Its like christmas when you Post a new video!

Hi Steve, How do you think it would work with a Nikon 600mm f4G VR (the older version) and a D5? Thanks so much in advance!

Thanks for advice

Could you list your monopod gear? All the additional plates you have ? Thanks

Thanks, Steve.

I’m setting up my digiscoping with the Wimberly MH100, with a Kowa scope and tripod. The Wimberly provides the tilt but a ball head seems too heavy. I was thinking a panoramic head would be better for the panning. Thoughts?

Interesting as I have been using a monopod lately for some sports photography and was really not happy with the lack of maneuverability. This would've made things much better.

Could the quick release head on the MH-100 be removed and replaced with a Monfrotto 357-1 Rapid connect Adapter. This would be a great upgrade to my Monfrotto 562B-1 Fluid Video Monopod with 357 Quick Release.

Looks good Steve. Quick question for a amateur. Do you use stability (VR) while using a monopod? Thanks.

Hello, Do you recommend a gimbal head to a monopod with 3 legs base? will it balance so you can leave the camera (with 150-600 mm lens) unattended?

Have you ever used it with a shorter lens, scenics for instance with a lens that doesn't have a collar? Should work if you use the perpendicular arm of an L-bracket...I think.

What is the benefit of a gimbal head over a fluid head? I love my fluid head balanced, and I'm not sure if I want to spring for a gimbal head.

Thank you so much!

Wouldn't a Wimberley Sidekick work better since it centers the camera on the monopod?

How did you get the deer to stay still for 1/60th of a second?

Steve, would you feel comfortable using this on the OEM collar that comes with the Nikon 200-500mm?

Would you please provide the model number of the RRS quick release clamp that you are using here? Thanks.

Pretty cool

You can do same thing with ball head that has that slot on a side for "vertical" shooting... Ball head is heavyer for sure but you can at least test that do you like this arrangement before buying.

I enjoy your videos. However I must have misunderstood on this video. I ordered the waverly gimbal, but it doesn’t work for me. My lenses don’t have the foot on them. Can’t seem to make it work. Do you have a recommendation? Thanks for your help.

Actually got this monogimbal and a Gitzo 4 series together when I bought a used Sigma 150-600mm S off a guy who really didn't like wildlife photography, good deal for me, I can't justify telephoto primes this early into wildlife.

Can you recommend a monopod which I could use mostly in Safari vehicles. Should be short and light weight, but could work with this head.

I have a problem rotating my 400 2.8. It must be because the foot/ring is in the front of lens just like the 600 f4. It’s also 10 lbs. It’s tough enough to rotate that I may look for an alternative which is unfortunate bc I love it on my 200-400.

Hello Steve, can you share a link so that I can purchase this mono device it's really nice? I've tried to find it but am having extreme difficulty finding this particular Wimberley device. Thanks so much. You're simply the best Photography instructor alive. Roy

Steve, so I actually realized that with the RRS replacement collar/foot, the design completely inhibits you from shooting on the left size. You would run into the same problem with Kirk's design as well. It appears if you were to keep the factory collar/foot combo, and slide on an arca plate that it would solve the issue.

what quick release base is that you are using (manufacturer) on the monopod?

Steve, great video - very clear and helpful. I had the same question two others asked: What model RRS quick release clamp did you use on this monopod?

I have 2 Canon bodies, 5DIV and 9D and i want to micro adjust the focus for a Sigma 150-600 C lens, how can i adjust the lens for 2 camera, if i use Sigma USB doc it will adjust the lens and not according to camera, and if i adjust on camera it will not give the option to adjust for all 4 focal length, what is your advice?

Is it my imagination or in the gimbal on monopod you had a panning plate mounted between the top of the monopod and gimbal head?

and whats the difference with a ball head in portrait mode? Same exact workings when you use the ball head loose on its side.

I know this is an old video already, but I'd like to get your take on the wimberley mh-100, and ask if you have ever used on it on a tripod . Or has something better come out since?

Great video, now how do I mount the camera horizontally. Lol sorry I’m a noob.

Hey Steve, great review! I’ve got the i footage cobra monopod and I love that the bottom foot becomes a ground level tripod with a quick attach. Wondering if you think the Waverly head would work on a ground pod or something like that? I’m trying to find a head that I can use normally on the monopod and then pop off to use when I’m low to the ground but I’m not sure if the side mount weight would be a problem without the length of the monopod to hold against it.

My Gitzo mono pod is 61.2" I am 6' 1" tall. Is my mono tall enough to use this head efficiently?

Steve, can this be installed on a tripod as well.. i have a tripod with the centre leg, which goes onto my monopod as well.. any idea how it would function then?

Do you turn off the image stabilization like on tripod?

So Steve: practically speaking, under what conditions would you need to switch to a full tripod and the WH-200? Can you shoot *everything* in your portfolio with the monopod setup? If not, what shots would you miss? I would love to go lightweight to save my aging bones, but it obviously has limitations. Would you ever go out with *just* this monopod arrangement? Hopefully my questions make sense :-) Thanks for all you do - I've got both your e-books, and they have really helped me. Thank you again :-)

This looks so interesting. I’ve always had a fear of using side mounts, I don’t know why but they look less secure to me.

Ok great video. Now how do I mount the camera horizontally. LOL sorry I’m a noob.

Hi Steve, do you switch the stabilizer of when using the monopod gimbal ?