Manfrotto 685B Neotec Monopod with safety lock

Our opinion:

A monopod is a very useful tool to have in your bag when you need to steady a telephoto lens. Useful for sports and wildlife photography especially - and much more portable than a tripod. We would recommend a tilt head - for those unexpected moments when you need to change camera orientation quickly.

The Manfrotto Neotec monopod just locks into place when you stop extending it - and it folds down when you release the safety latch - job done! This monopod closes down to 75 cm, extends to 170 cm, weighs 1.08 kg and supports maximum loads of 8 kg.


Manufacturer's description

The fastest monopod in the world! The 685B features the innovative Neotec rapid opening and closing mechanism - just pull the leg downwards to open and it automatically locks in any position, with no screws, knobs, or levers to tighten or loosen. Then to fold it back up again simply release the safety latch and pull the trigger and push the leg closed. A convenient rubber pedal attached to the bottom section allows you to open the monopod without having use your other hand. It’s ‘upside-down’ leg construction also prevents water or mud from entering the monopod and a padded leg-warmer protects your hands from hot and cold weather.

closed length 74.5 cm
minimum height 74.5 cm
maximum height 170.0 cm
weight 1.08 kg
load capacity 8.00 kg
color black
material aluminum
leg cross section round
leg sections 3
attachment 1/4 inch and retractable 3/8 inch screw
legs tube diameter 28, 25, 22mm