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Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs.

★★★★☆
4.1

based on 25 reviews  

 

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★★★★☆
4.1

$99.90 - $99.95

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Pros

  • Folds small (13)
  • Lightweight (13)
  • Unfolds quickly (12)
  • Good stability (11)
  • Easy to use (10)
  • Improves performance (9)
  • Compact design (8)
  • Highly compatible (7)
  • High quality (5)
  • Compact (2)
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Cons

  • Limited compatibility (2)
  • Flimsy (1)
  • Hard to balance (1)
  • Must read instructions (1)
  • Not durable (1)
  • Poor performance (1)
  • See comments above (1)
  • Strictly for consumer cam (1)
  • To much trouble (1)
  • Unstable (1)

Best Uses

  • Stabilization (13)
  • Home movies (9)
  • Movies (9)
  • Independent films (4)
  • Complex projects (3)
  • Studio (3)
  • Amateur video enthusiast (1)
  • Editing (1)
  • Lightweight cameras (1)
  • On the move (1)
 
 
 

Where to Buy

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs.

BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.1

$99.90

 
BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.6

$99.95

No Tax Outside NY

Product Reviews

Last update: Sep 26, 2009

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. Reviews

 
 
 

Most helpful positive review

[11 of 11 customers found this review helpful]

Most helpful negative review

 
★★★★★
5.0
Very portable and multi-purpose...

"...out of the box... it was easy to use and set up... the flexibility is the best part of this device. About the only negative (using the term loosely)... is that it takes some time to learn how to use the stabilizing aspects of this item. Learning to balance the camera takes a some time to learn at first. But, once you figure out how to do it... it's a piece of cake. I used a Cannon HV30 with Wide angle lens ..." Read Full Review »

Apr 08, 2008 by Joe

See more positive Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. reviews

★★★☆☆
3.0
Lightweight

"I have had my Modo Steady only a short while and have not put it fully through it's paces as yet, but that is all going to change as we are taking it on a very long sight-seeing journey starting the 15th of August. So far I have had it at our cottage as well as several short trial runs. The things I like about this unit is that it is very light. It also folds up into a very small space which I like very much. ..." Read Full Review »

Aug 13, 2009 by Buck

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[11 of 11 customers found this review helpful]

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. Review

Very portable and multi-purpose...

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Folds Small
  • Good Stability
  • Lightweight
  • Unfolds Quickly

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Movies
  • Stabilization
 

"...out of the box... it was easy to use and set up... the flexibility is the best part of this device.



About the only negative (using the term loosely)... is that it takes some time to learn how to use the stabilizing aspects of this item. Learning to balance the camera takes a some time to learn …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Apr 8 2008
Joe
Southwestern US
I am:
  • Tech Savvy
Reviewed at:
Price: $99.95
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. Review

Don't be fooled

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Compact
  • Easy To Use
  • Improves Performance

    Cons

  • Limited Compatibility
  • Strictly for consumer cam

    Best Uses

  • Home Movies
  • Student Work
 

"If you do not expect the world from this little device, you will not be disappointed. Do not expect for this to work with a WA adapter, microphone, and a monitor. This is designed for use with just a camcorder as a stabilizer. This is not a replacement for a Merlin, or a Glidecam and its ilk. Bu …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Feb 7 2009
Chuck
Asheville, NC
I am:
  • Film Student
  • Hobbyist
  • Professional Artist
Reviewed at:
Price: $99.90
 
 

[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. Review

Great Accessory

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy to use
  • Good Value
  • High Quality

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • On the move
 

"I bought it a couple of weeks ago and it is simply a great device that was long due.

The shoulder brace is easy and intuitive to use. I sat in a stadium and took a smooth and precise footage from a very long distance (full zoom).

The floating position is a little more difficult to master and req …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Feb 11 2008
Ben
NY
Reviewed at:
Price: $99.95
 
 

[8 of 8 customers found this review helpful]

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. Review

Nice for compact cameras like HV20

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Folds Small
  • Good Stability
  • Lightweight
  • Unfolds Quickly

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Movies
  • Stabilization
 

"This is a nice versatile product. Works as a shoulder or chest support, a steadycam and tabletop or low angle tripod. Made with the usual innovative Bogen/Manfrotto design.Really stabilizes your shots. Folds up to nothing to fit in small bags. Just wish they would make one for bigger cameras like th …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Mar 29 2008
zvideoguy
Chicago
I am:
  • Film Professional
Reviewed at:
Price: $99.95
 
 

[5 of 5 customers found this review helpful]

Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs. Review

It’s amazing

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Folds Small
  • Good Stability
  • Lightweight
  • Unfolds Quickly

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Movies
  • Stabilization
 

"I really don’t understand how I managed before this.

First its am amazing 3 in 1 – and you definitely use all three options

It’s easy to use, small, light weight, very comfortable

But the comfort is one thing; the result is what makes it amazing.

You really can’t compare the videos before and af …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
Jul 18 2008
I.G
Jersy City, NJ
I am:
  • Parent
  • Professional Armature
Reviewed at:
Price: $99.95
 
 
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Manfrotto Bogen - 585 Modosteady, 3-in-1 Multifunction Camcorder Stabilization System, Supports 1.7 lbs.

BizRate Rating Outstanding 9.1

$99.90

 
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$99.95

No Tax Outside NY

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