Famall Monopod with Feet
All the monopod we got were at or over 5 feet in length, but at 70.6, the Famall was only 0.9 inches short. The lightweight metal construction feels right in the hand, and the monopod's quick release plate makes camera installation easy.
COMAN Monopod
The telescoping Monopod tripod works as a monopod, a tripod, and as a camera support. The Monopod can be quickly released to its unique foldable tripod form with a press of a button. When extended, it functions as a stable, telescopic, non-skid support. The modular tripod is expandable from 36" to 73.2". The 360 degree panning head can rotate up to 360 degrees horizontally and 90 degrees vertically. With a quick-release function, you can free your hands to capture video and photos.
SIRUI Camera Monopod AM-326M 6 Section Carbon Fiber Portable Compact Lightweight Travel Monopod
This lightweight monopod is great for everyday or travel use. It collapses down easily for easy transport, and the price makes it the best affordable option we tested.
Cayer FP34 Camera Monopod 71 inch Lightweight Aluminum Professional Telescopic Monopod with Pan Tilt Fluid Head and Tripod Base for DSLR Cameras
Our pick for the best travel tripod was lightweight, compact, and easy to store. But its $50 price tag means it isn't for everyone.
Moman Monopod Tripod with Feet for Camera DSLR Camcorder DV
The Moman Monopod tripod is the best travel tripod in terms of quality, workmanship and price. It can be folded to the size of a credit card, and has good ball head, elastic stretch legs.
Neewer Extendable Camera Monopod with Removable Foldable Tripod Support Base:Aluminum Alloy
Forget about carrying a large, bulky camera bag. The lightweight Neewer monopod is 19.68 inches/50cm when folded and 66 inches/168 centimeters when extended. The tripod is lightweight, durable, and folds into the monopod for easy storage.
JOILCAN 72-Inch Camera/Phone Tripod, Aluminum Tripod Travel Monopod Full Size for DSLR with 2 Quick Release Plates,Universal Phone Mount and Convenient Carrying Case Ideal for Travel and Work
This tripod is heavy, but it's also sturdily built, includes a tripod mount for phones, and can extend to 72 inches, which is handy for taking pictures while standing on a crowded bus.
Nicama NC-T1 DSLR Camera Monopod Tripod with Removable Folding 3 Feet Base for Canon 5D3 6D Nikon D800 D600 D810 Sony A7S Sigma DV Gopro
With 360 degree rotation and 5 section leg adjustment, this tripod is very flexible, but it can also be folded and carried around easily. The screw-on mount makes it simple to attach your camera, and the rubber feet grip the ground to prevent wobbling.
K&F Concept Camera Monopod
This heavy-duty camera tripod features an impressive 4-section design. Its compact design folds flat, but its 4-section design allows it to extend quickly. Its non-slip rubber foot is extendable and retractable for softer or firmer surfaces, or for uneven terrain. The height of this tripod can be adjusted from 21.26 inches to 67.32 inches.
NIANYISO Camera Tripod 69 Inch
This tripod's precision ballhead and 3-way pan/tilt mechanism make it easy to use. It pans smoothly and quickly, and is lightweight enough to carry for travel or use as a phone tripod.
