Sirui vs Manfrotto - Best Locking Video Monopod for Wedding Filmmakers

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@DrSeanReyes 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I watched I will go with the Sirui. I was leaning towards Sirui because of the length of the legs but this confirmed it.

@hearthealthyhustlebyjonath7414 7 жыл бұрын

great video thank you !

@entredeuxbouchees 7 жыл бұрын

Yup, just used the Sirui on my 1st wedding shoot last Saturday and it was the BOMB! :D

@ColeDeRuse 6 жыл бұрын

i just used my sirui as well last weekend for the first time. How do you deal with the slight wobble as you're filming though? Any tips?

@herisson207 6 жыл бұрын

What model?

@jywn 6 жыл бұрын

thanks for confirming this, I was in line about the buy the Manfrotto, browsing through b&h reviews someone else something similar, they even said the older model manfrotto was better at standing still than this new one, will be getting the sirui instead :))))

@AndyUrtu2 6 жыл бұрын

I just bought the Sirui EP-204S. It is the BEST most versatile Monopod ever. Thanks for saving me from the Manfrotto. I almost got that one before I saw your review.

@Laabebafranco 4 жыл бұрын

Andy Urtu Hello. How do you feel now 2019 with your monopod? I ask you because I am looking for a monopod and my boss said it’s great but the recently reviews said the opposite.

@StephanTheM 7 жыл бұрын

Like the video. Short and full of informations out of the reality.

@GearGlassesGadgets 7 жыл бұрын

Love our SIRUI ("Sue-Ray") ;)

@simon_patterson 7 жыл бұрын

I thought of you the other day when I saw the Sirui monopod, wondering what you'd think of it compared to Manfrotto. I need wonder no more! Thanks for the heads up.

@IvanTaylor 7 жыл бұрын

Все видеографы давно ждали этого монопода! ))))

@kasumbaemmanuel9336 7 жыл бұрын

Am kasumba emmanuel from uganda africa and i do love your work alot

@thefilmpoets 7 жыл бұрын

tried it and had the same problems!

@rifki9744 7 жыл бұрын

cooollll🙋

@TravisOwens 6 жыл бұрын

I have the aluminum version of this monopod, yes the newer 2017 foot model just like in this video and it has the same problem. I was hoping maybe mine was a bad copy but it looks like it's a design flaw, when you lock the stick, there's way too much play in it. You can't get it straight, it will wobble. You CANNOT walk away from the setup unless the mono is lowered all the way and you are not using a long lens. There's no way to adjust or tighten the locking mechanism either, which would solve the problem.

@cLaw27 3 жыл бұрын

cool content and great way to explain things but i really hope that in 3 years you learned to turn your phone on a side when recording for later use

@londonsaturn6041 7 жыл бұрын

mine fell over as well, the lens hood saved the day.

@KalynRobert 6 жыл бұрын

how much heaver is the non carbon fiber? This is for my wife, aks my second shooter. cause the price of the non carbon fiber looks real good!

@abdulhakeemalhaddad7422 7 жыл бұрын

how did shot this toturial and had this amazing completely black background? what was the setup?

@mebCINEMAllc 7 жыл бұрын

I finally got to play with a Sirui when my second shooter brought one along on a wedding. I loved it except for those damn twist locks. They were just slow and awful. It pains me that Sirui makes me choose between either the base I want or the locking mechanisms I want.

@OmniBotStudio 7 жыл бұрын

you should check out the libec monopod

@richardallen08 7 жыл бұрын

Kraig, always with the awesome content. Quick question: why they Manfrotto MHXPRO-2W XPRO fluid head over the super popular Manfrotto 502, 504, etc or the Sirui VH-10? Simply due to the convenience of smaller size?

@jordi4199 7 жыл бұрын

it has quick realease

@alexandrosmargo552 6 жыл бұрын

I gto the monopod. What is the best fluid head to put on top of this awesome monopod ?

@jeffmicheleweddingphoto 5 жыл бұрын

Which head do you recommend for use with the Sirui?

@mg25gal 5 жыл бұрын

nice video! whats the video head called that its on the Sirui?

@TheFandangovideoguy 2 жыл бұрын

is the manfrotto xpro much better than the Sirui? forget about the feet but rather in terms of getting smooth movements-push in etc with the ballhead at the bottom? I have the SIrui 424S and I have never been too happy with it...the twisting locking mechanism is ok. I just want the smoothest motion possible- I have a separate Manfrotto fluid head that can pan and tilt smoothly.

@ZimingXie 7 жыл бұрын

Sirui has a new EP424S update that's lighter and has snap lock! Can you check that out? It has smaller feet so I wonder how stable that is

@edwink0 7 жыл бұрын

Sirui also wiggles when you release. Also the most frustrating thing, horizons aren't level at different stages of the extension.

@_MJ07_ 7 жыл бұрын

I bought the new version of the sirui monopod with the flip locks (no trapping your hand bags) and lighter legs from aliexpress a few weeks back with the xpro head to do my first wedding. I love it so far, it was only £90 + another 90 for the head!!

@tylercadenas2450 7 жыл бұрын

What about the sirui P-326S carbon fiber locking monopod? It's shorter when collapsed than the one on your kit

@kazdoggo 7 жыл бұрын

How would you feel if you replaced the legs with something wider? I have the same monopod but in aluminium, it's a little thicker but suffers from extreme wobble.

@BojanBojovic 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I just finished shooting some music video the other day with my Fuji, but this time instead of zoom with OS I used prime lenses so when everything was finished I noticed that my footage is very, very shaky. I used my Manfrotto tripod as a monopod, but this introduced so many small shakes that are impossible to fix in software, movements are too small and too fast. I am now thinking about some great monopod, however I am not sure is it going to be sufficient. My work is usually for music videos with 20 or 30 4 minute long takes in a row, so it is very important for me that my hand does not get tired after some time, that is why I do not use glidecam, it is too heavy if used for long periods. Now I am thinking about the price, well for 400 and little bit more I cold get some gimbal for my small Fuji, so what would you suggest? Is it possible to get fluid, but steady footage with a monopod?

@ChessBoxin 7 жыл бұрын

have you tried the libec? it's quite a bit more thicker than both Sirui and the manfrotto.

@piso11studio47 7 жыл бұрын

Does your sirui rocks or bends like the manfrotto? can it mantain perfect horizons? cheers

@whoismatt 7 жыл бұрын

03:01 - Carbern Ferber lolol

@pabloapaza9880 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Craig! Have you tried the Manfrotto 682b??

@elysiaperez8546 7 жыл бұрын

Also b&h says the 424S is discontinued is that why you linked the 324? The link for Amazon however is still the 424

@dawidbil2052 7 жыл бұрын

Could you do a comparison tascam dr 10 sc v rode link ?

@dfella 5 жыл бұрын

I just got one and the mounting platform is completely stuck. Any ideas to loosens and remove it? Thanks.

@scubadrunk2518 5 жыл бұрын

A monopod with feet is not designed to leave it hands free to stand up on its own. It is designed to give you more stability whilst holding it. If you need to go hands free you should use a tripod

@btafan11 5 жыл бұрын

I don't care what it was designed to do, I care what it can do.

@echo5delta16 3 жыл бұрын

You have on your links the monopod that you said was a failure. Any commission on the one your recommend?

@trimotionmedia5487 6 жыл бұрын

Help me, Sirui Carbon Fiber or Aluminum? Carbon Fiber combo with Manfrotto Head is 359.99 on Amazon and the Aluminum is 299.99. Which one is better? And why?

@TheGeoffMan 7 жыл бұрын

Anyone else find the panning on these new Manfrotto monopods to be really subpar and unpredictable compared to the older versions, especially when it's in the locked position? Now all the panning (and some tilting) happens in the ball joint instead of in the fluid panning cartridge, and it's not nearly as smooth, and I never know what the resistance is going to be. I've taken it apart, re-greased it, tried all kinds of solutions and fixes, but I haven't had any luck. I've had mine since December and I'm pretty unhappy with it.

@systemedmultimedia6526 7 жыл бұрын

Hi every one. With the Sirui monopod, any recommandation for a good fluid tripod head like the Manfrotto 502ah, but smaller (and maybe lighter) ? Thanks to answer

@julianjunyuanfeng3584 3 жыл бұрын

manfrotto's befree live video head

@zekromjr9979 5 жыл бұрын

is there a sirui monopod with the flip locks instead of the twist locks?

@arjuna207 2 жыл бұрын

i hope you took your lens to have it tested, hits like this even if they don't show, can cause internal misalignment of lens elements

@aangwiguna4320 5 жыл бұрын

What camcorder u using bro...in the wedding

@StudioIlhomBek 7 жыл бұрын

Молодец парень.Много чего знает. Смотрю на сторону Sirui.

@TheResonating 7 жыл бұрын

Hey Kraig, so are you not using a tripod anymore?

@apost099 7 жыл бұрын

I bungee cord a sandbag to the bottom my Sirui for ceremonies and its more stable the a manfrotto tripod. Just sayin...

@Prawnchowmein 5 жыл бұрын

That’s why u should use the GH5 stabilisation lol

@clarencen710 7 жыл бұрын

hi, what light are you using?

@herisson207 6 жыл бұрын

I am 170 m height, should I buy 204 or 424?

@renatosotomayor2056 Жыл бұрын

el mejor es el de ifootage.. de nada

@MutongMusic 7 жыл бұрын

What is your opinion on the ep-224s

@63MacGuy 6 жыл бұрын

Great video1 Do you think the Manfrotto 502 Video Head MVH502AH is too heavy / big for a Sirui Monopod?

@jywn 6 жыл бұрын

I use the Manfrotto 561 BHDV-1 (two generations ago) it came with the 702 head, yes I think the 502 would be too big IMHO

@halconz Жыл бұрын

what tripod head are you using with this monopod? this has been really helpful

@WeddingFilmSchool Жыл бұрын

Ask Kraig on his channel

@elysiaperez8546 7 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend the 204S that has the smaller feet compared to the Manfrotto?

@TravisOwens 5 жыл бұрын

Actually the problem with the wobble isn't the feet, it's because the locking mechanism isn't tight enough, the 204S will not wobble even with smaller feet.

@simpIevideoedit 7 жыл бұрын

I find that I always take my manfrotto monopod with me but nearly always never use it. All my lenses have IS and I have a shoulder rig that is far more flexible for me. With my setup I find it easier to get closer or get shots I wouldn't be able to get otherwise. Obviously there are limitations to the way I do it, but I feel like I am able to be more productive, and for anything where the shoulder mount doesn't work I switch to my tripod with Slider ONE attached. Anybody else just have problems with monopods when it comes to weddings or is it just me? Perhaps I just need to practice more haha.

@torinsall 3 жыл бұрын

Why do you extend the thinnest lowest section instead of the thickest section on top? Of course there us more sway when you do that.

@DangLeProject92 4 жыл бұрын

Monopod or handheld for wedding film ? Please give me an idea :(

@robertvandompseler4149 7 жыл бұрын

new macbook pro?

@JeffSpeers 7 жыл бұрын

Why are you using the carbon version of the Sirui? According to both of your Amazon links the carbon one is .4 lbs heavier than the aluminum version. What benefit does the carbon one bring being twice the price?

@B-Moye 7 жыл бұрын

I'm assuming the added weight means added stability for heavier camera rigs and/or providing sturdier locking and not as flimsy.

@ScubaJames 7 жыл бұрын

I use a sirui too!! But I'm about to buy the new Libec monopod...have you seen it and it's really cool little party trick???? It's awesome, check it out

@wojtekanimations2530 7 жыл бұрын

do you have link To this monopod?

@_MJ07_ 7 жыл бұрын

Paweł Goduń I bought mine here, but it was £30 cheaper a few weeks back! s.aliexpress.com/ryyINZVb

@wojtekanimations2530 7 жыл бұрын

helloo I have sirui 424 sr monopod, and I must say, It is not stable for sure. It/s moving,

@marroquinjonathan88 5 жыл бұрын

Sounds like it wasn’t balanced when you let it go. I haven’t had that issue at all.

7 жыл бұрын

Kraig this model Sirui P-204Sl is good because the model Sirui P-424S is expensive for me. I want stability so I can leave the camera alone for a moment. Thank you and greetings from Spain.

7 жыл бұрын

Con la base de los 204S es peligroso dejar la cámara por sí sola?, Thank´s ¡

@Trucidite 6 жыл бұрын

Did you test the Sirui P-204S? Can you leave the 4kg camera equip alone without falling?

@ralphacosta3891 7 жыл бұрын

Been a huge fan of your show, so I would love to contribute. "Libec Hands-Free Monopod", Yo welcome

@richardallen08 7 жыл бұрын

Kraig, I would have to second this. CheesyCam did a review on all 3 of these plus a Benro. Would LOVE your thoughts on the Libec HFMP if possible? I'm about to buy the Sirui only because the Libec appears kinda plasticky in the vid I saw, but not sure if that's actually the case.

@ralphacosta3891 7 жыл бұрын

the libec is solid, absolutely heavy duty, I can actually replace my tripod with this, and never have to worry

@2greenhorn 7 жыл бұрын

Sir i think surui is still better than the libec. unless if its cheaper in price

@EverythingFilmmaking 7 жыл бұрын

Yes the Libec is the only one safe to let stand by itself..(Mirrorless set-up)

@ChessBoxin 7 жыл бұрын

Are you using the THX head that you can buy with it or are you using a separate head? I was thinking of getting the Libec with a 502 or xpro manfrotto fluid head.

@elchavinha14 7 жыл бұрын

What's the difference between the more expensive sirui one to the cheaper one

@kunsunrethy 7 жыл бұрын

lighter, thats for sure.

@tattooteddy8337 7 жыл бұрын

Stop being so awesome

@peteritinoyyyy 7 жыл бұрын

this comment is so gay

@tattooteddy8337 7 жыл бұрын

Peter Pancho you're gay

@jalexb915 7 жыл бұрын

My Benro monopod pulled apart on the dance floor during a wedding shoot. Embarrassing. Looks like this monopod might be the next one for me.

@Art_Wine_And_Anarchy 2 жыл бұрын

You only gave us the link for the monopod that you're NOT keeping

@WeddingFilmSchool 2 жыл бұрын

This video is incredibly old, check the new stuff

@Tailoredfilmsgoogle 7 жыл бұрын

The new xpro will false lock on you...smh I wish manfrotto put more effort into this :(

@mattewsdinelson 7 жыл бұрын

For what reason do you have the zipper plastic bag on your right? I was waiting for you to open it. AGGGGHHHHHH!

@mattewsdinelson 7 жыл бұрын

Kraig Adams hell yeahhhhhh!

@mousasall1267 7 жыл бұрын

Kraig Adams ifootage have the best monopod

@idan448 7 жыл бұрын

i from israel

@tatski2274 4 жыл бұрын

Monopods are not suppose to be left alone. Get a tripod!

@MarttiSuomivuori 6 жыл бұрын

You do not turn your back on a camera that is standing on a tripod.

@thure1982 6 жыл бұрын

The main culprit is you! There is a reason to use tripods and not monopods. You cannot blame a stick for falling over when you let it go.

@andrewrobertson6435 5 жыл бұрын

Well you can when the whole point of being able to lock a monopod is so it can stand alone... Otherwise what's the point in feet and a locking mechanism?

@shaolin95 5 жыл бұрын

@@andrewrobertson6435 exactly. Don't make excuses for a flawed product