This Monopod Is PERFECT! - iFootage Cobra 2 C180 Review
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 ก.ค. 2024
- Video review of the iFootage Cobra 2 C180 Carbon Fiber Monopod as well as the Komodo K5 fluid head. Discussing build quality, versatility, and value.
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It would appear that the price has changed again since uploading this. It now appears to be around $170-$180, which I still think is a great value.
Thanks for watching! 😃🙏
Gerald Undone just purchased at Adorama for 149
Picked it up at Adorama for 149 and joined Patreon. Thanks for these absurdly detailed videos.
Gerald Undone great review thank you
Gerald Undone This may be 8months old and things may have changed, but do you think this is still the best monopod up to date?
Sold =) Off to buy mine now. Dude, thanks for your stellar reviews.
Been using this Monopod for over a year and there's no other better Monopod.
You were one of the people I had in mind when I said everyone says it's the greatest of all time. Ha. But you were right, it is. 💜
Gerald Undone I take it with me everywhere, BTW great idea on boom pole implementation. 👏🏼
@@mondobytes Thanks, dude!
Hey what about steadicam air?
Have you paired the Cobra 2 with the Manfrotto 502 AH?
Greeting for the next video: "What's happening everybody? I'm Gerald Undone and my blood type is 4:2:2 10bit"
Great work as always! Those iFootage guys are on a roll!
Haha. Thanks, Caleb! 😃💜
@@geraldundone 👍 Corrected my comment... Blood *type
"So I immediately started beating the hell out of this thing to see where its faults are"
*begins to shake weight it*
I love this channel
😂😜🙏
Srsly thought I was the only one who noticed 😂😂😂
the sound when extend or shorten the monopod is one of the most satisfying sounds to me haha
Just got it today. Thanks for the review
Why do I spend hours doing research, just type in Gerald Undone then the type of gear and call it a day. Awesome video!
Cleaver video. Really like the approach of finding something wrong. I have not used a monopod enough to know all those future problems. Awesome insight.
Thanks, Brian! Appreciate that. Cheers!
All what future problems?
@@riparianstudios How he mentions that other monopods might lose their strength and start sinking.
@@BrianTheCameraGuy Got it. I thought you were talking about what was going to go wrong with the iFootage Cobra.
@@riparianstudios no. Glad I was able to clear it up. This monopod looks really sweet.
Thank you for an excellent review! This monopod is now on my wish list!
I love how hard you worked to find cons. Thanks for the great content (as usual).
Haha. Thanks, Sean!
Great Video! I already own this monopod and you showed some features I didn't know it had.
Ohhh yeah liked & subbed. Found you through Camera Conspiracies.
I'm so close to picking one of these up just not convinced if use it enough to justify the price. The engineering is amazing
Have been looking for a great monopod that also doubles as a great boom stand for my small lighting kit, thanks Gerald for the great video
Thanks, Peter! I'm glad this video was timely and helpful. Cheers!
Straight to the point. Excellent ... which is how I would mark the majority of your postings. Thanks again. :-)
Thanks a lot, Francis! Appreciate that.
I love the fight between you and the cobra :) Thanks for the content Gerald :)
Another great job. Your reviews are always practical and interesting. I was never a happy monopod user in the past. I always felt more comfortable with tripods for what i shoot, but this looks like a winner to me. I went over to B&H and see a two to four week wait for more to come in. Since I am someone who likes to work with heavier cameras and lenses this looks as if it will work for me. Thanks again.
Thanks, Phil! Appreciate the kind words.
Sold out again already, eh? Jeez. They were just back in stock today.
Wow, that's a great monopod. Nothing cheers me up like a Gerald undone review
Glad to hear my videos make you happy! 😃🙏
Excellent (and funny) review.
Thanks to you this is added on my wishlist.
Thank you very much! 😃🙏
Thanks you just made me order it!! Lol I need a good monopod so I can’t wait to try it out!!
Thanks, Jeremy! I think you'll enjoy it. Cheers!
I just received that monopod (by using your link). It's absolutely amazing! Thanks!
Awesome! Glad to hear it, Matthew! Thanks for the update.
I remember seeing this in person at NAB as well. Great approach seeing it's faults rather than going at it the other way around! I ended up scoring a cheap Sirui that has some of the same functions but now I'm thinking I need to pick up one of these!
Thanks, Brandon! Appreciate that.
Awesome as always Gerald. Never used a monopod myself. But this is pretty cool, and very informative.
Thanks, Jimmy! Appreciate it.
The B-roll of you with the buckles cracked me up! Thanks, Gerald, you made me order it!
Haha. Awesome! Glad it made you laugh! I think you'll really like it.
Awesome video !!! I just hesitate to get a monopod, watch over 30 videos to look for the reason to get one but never found any. I knew that Ifootage monopod for a while because a ton of youtuber has it, I really like it for a professional look but it’s not really sold me for the look. You just sold me this perfect monopod when I’m watching your video at my lunch break and really my whole day work was just gone forever hahaa. Thank you anyway, look forward to have some coffee with you anytime soon
Nice Gerald! Thanks for the honest review
My pleasure! Cheers. 😃🙏
Great review and demo. Stuff keeps getting better. If I didn't already have a monopod and head, that would be part of my kit.
Thank you very much! Appreciate it.
haha............great video. informative AND fun!! thank u for uploading it, as I'm in the market for a monopod.
I have that exact monopod and LOVE it!! Perfect for traveling as you can break it down to fit in larger backpacks. I'm thinking of attaching a gimbal at the end for those smooth, hard to reach shots.
Nice! Thanks for sharing. Attaching a gimbal is a great idea!
Thank you for the review, I learn a lot about the monopod. I need one for 360 photos and videos. I did wish it had some weights that could be added to the base so it wont tip over on windy days. Only thing I notice I wish had. Might end up getting it and buy a sand bag or something.
How refreshing, great review. Hit the thumbs-up three times.
I hit it four times!
Just when I’m on the lookout for a monopod for my C300II, the timing of this video couldn’t be better. Thank you, Gerald.
Awesome! Thanks, Cedric.
@@geraldundone Oh, I also wanted to tell you I'm going to mention you in my next vid. Spoiler: I'm gonna say nice things ;)
Just had a job come in that would benefit from a monopod and this 3 year old video nailed it, job done!
Haha funny man. Love the info on the monopod. Sold.
I have used one since they came out, and I agree! There is also another unique feature of being able to connect another of their quick release tripods to it to make at the least a double as tall version which I have done with no problems what so ever!😃🙏🏾
Yeah, that's cool too. I saw that on their website. Pretty awesome.
Phenomenal video! When I pickup a monopod I'm definitely getting this one. Thank you Gerald!
I'm always very impressed with your videos, super thorough and non-biased and presented in a very logical way that is easy to understand.
I hope you have an affiliate link for this because I'd love to support you when I pick this up! 😊
Thanks for the kind words, Nicholas. I really appreciate it. And yeah, I put an affiliate link in the description. For most of my videos featuring a product, I'll put an affiliate link in the description usually denoted with a shopping cart emoji. 🛒
Thanks again and cheers!
@@geraldundone good to know! Thank you 😊🙌🏻!
I'm surfing around looking for a monopod and I bumped into an iFootage product on B&H and I thought "hey!!! Didn't Gerald review this!?!?" It turns out it is a different model but still fun to watch you review it again.
This is the second video I've seen for this monopod. Looks like it's the Sachtler of monopods. Thanks for the review.
That's a good way to put it, yeah. The ultimate of its kind. Cheers, Conrad!
Great video, demonstrating your usage for a monopod of this type. I have a Sirui P-324S Carbon Fibre, maybe not as good as the cobra ? but watching your videos is generally a bonus for kit usage. Thanks
Thanks for the kind words, Alan! Appreciate it.
Didn't even think about using a monopod as a boom pole. Definitely might pick this up if I start doing more weddings. Solid review man!
Thanks, Casey! Appreciate that. Cheers!
Fell asleep watching newer Undone videos, woke up groggy to the long hair and thought I was dreaming, you dream boat!
This review is PERFECT
Excellent Video
now this is a great review
Thank you! 😃🙏
Great review, Gerald. I own their Wild Bull T7 tripod and Shark Slider... iFootage makes very high quality gear!
Agreed, Jon! And thanks a lot for the kind words. 😃
lol.....I like that you told the truth, and I'm going to buy that monopod, too I've got three but I think I'll be happy with that one, great video;
Thank you! 😃🙏
Great video as always Gerald 👍
I recently bought the cobra strike 2 instead of this one as after shooting weddings I needed the speed and the ability to change height quietly over the extra 30cm (not as tall as you 😉). I’m impressed at the build and the strength and we’ve been using Manfrotto and sirui for years and this is definitely the best monopod of the bunch. I never thought of using the opposite end though to attach devices - awesome find.
Anyway, keep the videos coming 👌
Cool! Glad to hear you like the Strike. Definitely a very interesting monopod. Appreciate your kind words and sharing your experiences!
I've never been a monopod guy. But now I may give this one a try. Excellent video as always!
Thanks a lot, Brian! Appreciate the kind words.
Excellent monopod video, Gerald! I'm thinking of a monopod to complement my tripods, and am considering either this IFOOTAGE Cobra C180-II (with a Leofoto VH-105 tilting head)....OR a Sirui P-324, but have heard of the following issues. Any thoughts on these alleged “issues" or which monopod is more robust?
"The Cobra 2 has a "plastic" ball joint at the base, and the 1/4 3/8 threads don't completely retract for mounting".
"The Sirui's ball joint at the base gets dirt/grit easily, making cleaning necessary more often."
Thank you!
Hi Gerald, that was an entertaining and informative video. I have one question: I have fitted my tripods, joby and what not with Manfrotto 323-like QRs. Is there a way to combine those with the QR of the Cobra? I'd hate to have to change QR as I go from one to the other.
Great review, man! I have a Sirui that I like, except that its shortest size is still too big for any but the largest suitcases. This looks like a great option.
Cheers! Thanks, Brian!
You can buy the quick release plate from iFootage on Amazon. But I agree it would be nice if it came with 2
Great video - quality, balanced and smart, as ever -you win our respect and trust, and yo funny. But you gimme GAS! I’ve owned the Sirui for a couple of months and I love it. Even yesterday, I told it ‘I love you’. Then I see this haha. Why are we so obsessed with having the ‘best’? Keep up the great work, seriously. Thanks.
Thank you very much for this. Very encouraging. 😃🙏💜
Sorry about the GAS, but you're right--it's a great time to be into gear!
First of all, great review. I love when people are very to the point. Second, Have you come up with any solutions for keeping the monopod steady while using the feet? I want to use it to vlog and set it down places like in grass.
Comprehensive. Pertinent. Funny.
That’s classic Geraldtainment®
Hah! Thanks, Matt! Appreciate it.
Also: my favorite feature is the sweet cobra logo that gives me some childhood GI Joe nostalgia
I hear that! I was OBSESSED with G.I. Joes when I was a kid.
Damn good review man! I'm sold.
Thanks, Dale!
In search of a monopod and this video comes up but now makes decision making harder!
How’s this one compare to then”strike” version, and also the popular manfrotto mvm500xpro w/500ah head?
Man, you made me wanna buy another monopod. 😂
Dude. I've seen too many reviews of gear over the years. Could this possibly be the most informative, non-bullshit, technically complete, etc... review, ever? Yeah, probably. Please do a ton more reviews of affordable videography gear. Gladly subscribed!
Hi Gerald. Thanks for the usual great review. Just wondering if the screw on the thick side can turn around to be used as a 1/4 to fit directly onto a camera. Looks like the one on there now is a 3/8.
Thanks
Have to agree - posted a review giving it rave reviews too 👍
Great review, Gerald! I am looking to buy this monopod but I do have one question I can’t seem to find the answer for. Can you un-mount the head on the low angle mini tripod section to then mount a gimbal head on it? This would be for low angle shooting with large telephoto lens on a gimbal head. Thank you.
The bottom of the monopod, is the quick release removable? Say I want to attach another accessory when doing long monopod shoot, like a phone holder for live feed.
How do you feel about this vs the Steadicam Air monopod? Would the ultimate setup be the steadciam air and pair it with the Cobra 2 base legs?
Great review. Do you have a recommendation for a better fluid head? Thanks, KB from OHIO
Great review. Thanks! In the video you mention that the video head is okay, but that there are other options. Do have any recommendations in that price range that you would recommend over this one? i would be using it with a BMPCC 4k with half cage and Shinobi.
Had mine for over a year. Love it. Built like a tank. Won't need the case..lol I'll never have to buy another one..
Great video
Hey Gerald! I recently subscribed because you're awesome, but I do have a question. How do you ensure that your ball head at the base is at 90 degrees?
Intro: Hi, I'm Gerald Undone and right now I am looking at your face!
Haha. I like it.
Hi Gerald
Which head do you recommend for a TC6 something better than the Komodo K5? For a similar price?
Thx
Is there a plate that fits both Cobra 2 and Ronin S? So I could switch quickly between the two.
hahah thanks GU bless up for the perfect coverage
Thanks, Dean! Appreciate the kind words.
Is it possible that the fluid head's handle is in the wrong way? (hole on the top of the screw instead of hole on the bottom)
Do you know the Sirui P204S? It's very similar to this one and many people say that it's the best Monopod ever as well. If you know it, how do you like it in comparison to the iFootage? (trying to decide between them currently. What I like about the iFootage is the quick release systems, but the Sirui has a larger foot which is important to me).
thanks!!
Fantastic review Gerald! You're even taller than I am! 😅 It does look like a killer monopod for pretty much all purposes.
Intro request: Hi, I'm Gerald Undone....... (uncomfortably long silence with unbroken eye contact) ........
Thanks a lot! And thanks for the intro suggestion. 😃👍
now i want 1
why do you mount the handle to the other side to avoid conflict with the release mechanism .
Props for doing so many VFX shots where it looks like you're outside!
Haha. I had to paint my entire room green. It's my own personal Dreamatorium now.
I don't use a monopod but I have one of their slider kits and it's built like a tank. The hardware they make is top notch. The app to control the slider while it works is pretty awkward and buggy, so hopefully their software guys catch up with the great work of their hardware team.
Ooooo, yep this’s definitely going on a wish list. Now I gotta see if the do a tripod.
😃👍
Gerald Undone I looked around their website. Tripods I saw there looked nice if they feature the same design strengths that the Cobra monopod has. But it’d be nice to have a tripod that utilizes the Cobra quick release design on the platform/center column along with a Cobra quick release for a leg (or legs) for monopod use. Also saw that B&H and Adorama have link pictures of combos kits and feet alone kits showing dual or included quick release plates.
Amazing video! What do you think is the best value for money fluid head for this monopod??
SUPER Helpful! I only wish the video head was a little cheaper.
Damn dawg I didn’t know you were 6’4. Jeez. I always assumed you were just a regular sized guy. You and Marques are both giants.
I just bought the 180 which is great. I just watched this video and I couldn't figure out what that little thing stuck the the side of the monopod. I wrote to iFootage and they never got back to me. Fortunately I kept and now have reattached it.
You sold me on this by telling me that it can double as both a mic stand or a boom, hahaha. Just have to find it somewhere over here now.
Hi gerald,
Which fluid head do you recommend instead of the komodo k5 ?
I had an in stock notification from B&H set for this. I got the email yesterday and immediately ordered it at $149.99. Today I checked and it was $179.99. Best impulsive purchase ever! Great video by the way.
Thanks for confirming I'm not crazy! I knew it was $150 just yesterday. 😃
Niiiice! Well done Gerald. You should build a sweet shoulder rig around $100 😬
Thanks, Seth! And thanks for the suggestion. 😃
Looks like a great choice. Plus, it's a great tool for changing a gimbal into a jib.
Agreed. Definitely a cool way to fly the gimbal farther.
Thanks for another awesome review Gerald. Have you ever tried the Cobra 2 Strike? It has a quick twist telescoping feature for adjusting height and was wondering if you could do a comparison. The heights might not be the same, but was curious if the performance otherwise are comparable?
Thanks, Mark! I tested it a bit at NAB and I thought the design was interesting and creative, but not really my style. But it seemed well made.
This is a really impressive review
meta meta
Hey Gerald, I was thinking of pairing this with a Manfrotto 502AH fluid head, do you have any experience with pairing it with the iFootage Cobra 2?
I have. The head feels a little big on the monopod, but it definitely works.
Have you tried the Cobra Strike monopod? Which one do you think is better? and what do you think Cobra 2 VS Sirui monopods?
This guys channel is awesome
Thanks so much! 😃🙏
Damn you, now I want one. I most often use my monopod with my Gimbal attached to it. It works great as an extra stability weight when collapsed, and a great run & gun jib when extended. I love it when I need that reach.
But a Light weight carbon fibre version, with feet, that is smooth and quiet... and is light enough to use as a mic boom? And it has a mini tripod too? You’re right, what’s not to like? It’s now in my shopping cart.
I have two monopods I could sell. But one is hydraulic and has no tightening levers... I kinda like that one for speed. You put your foot on the base, squeeze the handle at the top and pull up... Poof, you’re ready. That’s pretty slick. Let’s see once my enthusiasm calms down! Hahaha 👍
Haha. Thanks, Dave! I think you'll really enjoy it.
Awesome review!
Could you perhaps tell me the exact length of the monopod itself when it's folded ?
Excluding the head and the mini tripod..
Thanks!
Thanks! And sure, with the little red rubber foot screwed on it's almost exactly 2 feet or about 60 cm when fully collapsed.
@@geraldundone thank you very much for the quick reply!
I was just wondering if i'll be able to put it in my suitcase while traveling on a plane.
if it's 60cm then it'll definitely fit!
Thanks again!
Very well done review, probably the best one on TH-cam for this product. I already own the monopod and one of their tripods. I have been a pro photog for 33 years now and have tried almost every monopod on the planet. This one is the best for the money of any I have tried. I own 12 other monopods that I have gathered over the years trying to find the ultimate do it all monopod. This is it! I have Gitzo's, Manfrotto's, Giottos and some other brands but this one seems to beat all of the others now. This is the one I take with me all the time. I have been a huge fan of monopods for a long time they are so versatile, they are one of the secret weapons of photography. I use them in all kinds of ways and usages many outside of the box. As you say this monopod allows you a bit more usages even than some of the more expensive units. Good example is using the monopod other way around for mic's, flash units and camera's as you did. I didn't think of that until I owned it for a month. Had I seen your video first, I would have been ahead of the game. :) Well done Gerald, so I subscribed
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Jim. Appreciate your experienced perspective. And thanks for the kind words!
@Jim Atyeo as a Bristol City FC supporter I love your surname wrt our club legend John Atyeo!
@@smallbizdigitalmedia Thanks.:) I have heard that there was a superb English soccer star named Atyeo. I had my DNA checked and apparently I am 82% British Iles mix. With the other being Scandinavian. Cheers
Dude! This is a great review!! Thanks for being honest! I love your channel! Please start your next video with some french :P like : Je suis Canadien et je moi aussi je parle français!
Merci, Patrick! Cheers!