Sirui monopods: choose the right model for your needs

Choosing the right monopod is about balancing stability, weight and how quickly you need to be able to change settings. Depending on whether you photograph sport, nature or film video, there are different technical solutions that suit different workflows.

Material and load capacity

The choice of material affects both the weight of the tripod and how much equipment it can carry. The aluminium model Sirui Monopod P-306 weighs 0.56 kg and supports a load capacity of 8 kg. The carbon fibre version Sirui Monopod P-326 is lighter at 0.45 kg and has a higher load capacity of 10 kg. For specialised needs, there is the Sirui Table Tripod / Low Angle Monopod Feet & Supporting Adapter P-36 Kit which also supports 10 kg, while the video models Sirui Monopod Video Set Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P + CT5X and Sirui monopod SVM-165P (Pedal version) Rapid System have a recommended load capacity of 5 kg.

	Sirui Monopod P-306	Sirui Monopod P-326	Sirui Table Tripod / Low Angle Monopod Feet & Supporting Adapter P-36 Kit	Sirui Monopod Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P	Sirui Monopod SVM-165P (Pedal version) Rapid System	Sirui Monopod Video Set Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P+ CT5X
Why choose it	You want the lowest price in this comparison	Higher load than P-306: 10 kg vs 8 kg	You need a stable table tripod with a ball head		You want a pedal to change angles quickly	You want Rapid System and a video head
Maximum height	156 cm	156 cm	29.8 cm	145 cm	175 cm	153.3 cm
Maximum load	8 kg	10 kg	10 kg	5 kg	10 kg	3 kg
Foot mount	Rubber feet, Spiked feet	Rubber feet, Spiked feet	Rubber feet, Spiked feet	Rubber feet, Spiked feet	Rubber feet, Spiked feet	Rubber feet
Price	699 krSee the product	899 krSee the product	1,399 krSee the product	3,349 krSee the product	3,799 krSee the product	4,349 krSee the product

Height and compact format

For maximum reach, both Sirui Monopod P-306 and Sirui Monopod P-326 reach a height of 1560 mm. They are very compact with a folded length of 395 mm. The video tripod Sirui Monopod Video Set Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P + CT5X has a maximum height of 1533 mm and a minimum height of 835 mm. For extremely low angles, the Sirui Table Tripod / Low Angle Monopod Feet & Supporting Adapter P-36 Kit is an option with a maximum height of 298 mm.

Choices for different users

For those who want a light and compact tripod for general photography, the carbon fibre version Sirui Monopod P-326 is the strongest choice due to low weight and high load capacity.

For video and run-and-gun productions, the Sirui Monopod Video Set Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P + CT5X is suitable as it includes a video head and a modular system that can be converted into a table tripod.

If you need to change angles instantly during a recording, the Sirui monopod SVM-165P (Pedal version) Rapid System is the right choice thanks to the built-in pedal function.

For users who already own a P-306 or P-326 and want the possibility of low angle photography, the Sirui Table Tripod / Low Angle Monopod Feet & Supporting Adapter P-36 Kit is the natural accessory.

Frequently asked questions

What temperatures can the tripods withstand?

The models Sirui Monopod P-306, Sirui Monopod P-326 and Sirui Monopod Video Set Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P + CT5X are designed to work in temperatures down to -30°C. The video models also withstand temperatures up to 70°C.

What is Rapid System?

Rapid System is available on models such as the Sirui Monopod Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P and means that height adjustment happens in a single step by rotating the twist lock, which saves time during fast movements.

Can the tripods be used as table tripods?

Yes, the modular models such as the Sirui Monopod Video Set Pedal Version Camouflage CVM-145P + CT5X can be disassembled and combined into a table tripod. The Sirui Table Tripod / Low Angle Monopod Feet & Supporting Adapter P-36 Kit also works as a table tripod with a built-in ball head.