Poper use of Monopod

[P3D Dr. George A. Themelis <fj834@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I was glancing over the last issue of "Shutterbug" and noticed a remark by
Bob Snell that most photographers do not use the monopod properly and are
disappointed by the results.  The proper way to use it is at an angle so
the monopod and the photographer's legs form a tripod, according to Bob.

My pictures using the monopod turned out well.  I was able to take pinsharp
shots of several seconds exposure by supporting the camera on a rail and
using the monopod to balance it.  I have now installed a ball head which
will allow me to angle the monopod.

Stereo photography favors slow film speeds, small apertures and "above
average" sharpness so a tripod or a monopod can greatly improve the results.

George Themelis


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