[PCMag’s Pick] Mpow® iSnap Pro 2-In-1 Self-portrait Monopod Extendable Selfie Stick with built-in Bluetooth Remote Shutter With Adjustable Grip Holder
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- Latest Version, Two in One: Extendable self-portrait monopod with built-in remote control, Bluetooth shutter, and with this you can take selfie or group photos with one hand and one press.
- Only Take 3 steps to Start Up: Turn on, Pair it with smart phone via Bluetooth and Snap.
- Get the Right Position Degree Portable monopod can stretch up to 40inch, and thanks to its adjustable head, you can set your smart phone in 180 degrees to gain the best angle and help you get whatever shot you need.
- Most Compatible: Compatible with most Android and IOS Smartphone, with holder fits devices with 4-5.5 inch screen. To avoid unnecessary disappointment, please refer to our compatibility list before you purchase.
- Do you also need Fisheye Lens to have more fun for making selfies? Save 20% on this Mpow iSnap Pro 2-In-1 Monopod Shutter when you purchase our Mpow 3 in 1 Clip-On Fisheye+Wide Angle+Macro Lens ( Search ASIN:B00O7S3MUQ). Add both to cart and enter code ISNAPPRO at checkout!
Mpow iSnap Pro Bluetooth Self-portrait Monopod
Snap group pics without being left out by attaching smartphones to the end of this extendable stick and clicking the remote shutter.
Key Features:
Package included:
1 x iSnap Pro Bluetooth Self-portrait Monopod
1 x Smart phone holder (2.1-3.3 inch in width)
1 x Orange rubber pad
1 x User guide
Warranty
Every MPOW Product includes a 45 days money-back & 18-month worry-free warranty!
List Price: $ 14.99
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Nikon D750 FX-format Digital SLR Camera Body
- Full frame 24.3 megapixel CMOS image sensor and EXPEED 4 image processor
- Full HD 60/50/30/25/24p video
- Built-in Wi-Fi connectivity and compatibility with the WT-5a + UT-1 Communication Unit
- Shoot up to 6.5 fps at full resolution
- Pro Video feature set including: Simultaneously record uncompressed and compressed, Manually control ISO, shutter speed and aperture while recording – even use Power Aperture control for smooth iris transitions and Auto ISO for smooth exposure transitions.
- Compact, lightweight and slim unibody (monocoque) body design with tilting Vari-angle LCD display
Ignite your creative desires
A serious tool for serious shooters
The D750 has a feature set unlike full-frame D-SLRs its size. It uses the same autofocus and metering technology as the D4S and the D810—Nikon’s powerful 51-point AF system with 15 cross-type sensors and 3D Color Matrix Metering III with a 91,000-pixel RGB sensor. It’s fast and responsive; shoot 6.5 fps at full resolution. And it’s endlessly versatile; shoot stills in multiple formats, video with enhanced definition, smooth time-lapse sequences up to 9,999 shots in-camera and more—all with stunning sharpness and rich tonality. Open new compositional possibilities with its 3.2-inch 1,229k dot tilting Vari-angle LCD display, or use a compatible smartphone or tablet as a remote monitor for Live View shooting.
List Price: $ 2,299.95
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A Must for Selfie Enthusiast,
This is exactly what the Mpow iSnap Pro selfie monopod is specifically designed for. Similar to a Bluetooth headset, the handheld Bluetooth-enabled extender allows its user to gain access to the smartphone’s camera shutter with the simple click of a button (after pairing the device to the phone via Bluetooth technology).
No longer limited to having to hold the smartphone out at arm’s length in front of you to take awkward selfies, you can now take more formal pictures even when you’re by yourself, bringing much more possibilities and angled takes to spice up your personal pictorial collection.
The remote paired very quickly with my iPhone; I simply turned it on, pressed the pairing button at the back, and found it on my iPhone. It took me about 10 seconds total for initial setup. After that, pairing with my iPhone was instant, as the iSnap will remember your last paired device. To pair a new device, simply press the pair button again. Note: it will only remember your last paired device. A micro-USB port was located at the bottom of the selfie stick, which I have not had to use due to the impressive battery life of the unit.
Using it, the devices kept a connection when both were within about 25 feet from one another. The camera also took the picture as soon as I clicked on the button. No lag experienced at all. The texturized grip allowed me to hold the Snap Pro securely, and the shutter button was ergonomically accessible.
Package Contents:
1 x iSnap Pro Bluetooth Self-portrait Monopod
1 x Smart phone holder(2-2.7 inch in width)
1 x Smart phone holder(2.6-3.3 inch in width)
1 x Orange rubber pad
1 x User guide
Overall, the Mpow iSnap Pro remote shutter stick is a solid device that works as advertised and is perfect for taking convenient selfies or large family group pictures. Once I finally shook off my feelings of self-conciousness, I found that the Mpow iSnap Pro monopod was a lot of fun to work with and was definitely instrumental in helping me capture several great selfies and group shots, all without the strange expressions and odd framing due to the limited range between the smartphone and subject(s). Overall, a 5 out of 5 rating.
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|Impressive build quality, impeccable reliability,
CONNECTING
It has bluetooth connectivity so that you don’t have to worry about connecting cables, and the bluetooth connectivity is instant and easy. No need for pairing codes, simply switch the device to ‘on’ and look for it in your phone. It showed up as a keyboard device in android, because of the way it sends input to your phone similarly to a keyboard. Pairing was excellent, and I did mess around a bit with the range – You can still take pictures from over 30 feet away (not that you’d ever really need to do this, but it’s an option if you’re considering it for a remote). I’d imagine you will have no problem connecting to and using this camera with any bluetooth-enabled smartphone or smart camera.
CONTROLS
There aren’t many controls on this – on/off, and shutter. The shutter button is well-built and rubberized. It feels as if it’s likely also water/sweat proof (in case you plan on taking this kayaking/cycling, like myself). The button is still clicky and responsive. When I snap a shot, it works just as fast as if I had just pressed the shutter button on my Galaxy S5. I really like the on/off switch vs a button that has to be held down to turn off/on. Also, the charging port is easily accessible on the bottom, rather than on a side. The port is always open and very easy to plug into. I have yet to charge it though, and have used the device on many occasions.
BUILD QUALITY
For 20.00 retail price, I was extremely impressed with the build quality of this device, although, I didn’t expect any less from MPOW. I’ve always been happy with their engineering in the past. The telescoping rod works very well – it holds securely as you extend it, yet, it’s not too difficult to sheath back to compact size. I really appreciated the clamping style for the phone, and it’s very nice that they include an extra clip. I’ve tried products that ‘clamp’ onto my phone in the past, and have been very displeased. This device does not disappoint – it holds my rather big Galaxy S5 just fine with, or without its massive protective case. I have for it yet to even allow the phone to slip in the slightest. I put the device up to 10 feet above the ground, without fear of my phone falling and I think you will too. The rubberized and textured handle aids in making your phone feel secure – no real risk of dropping or the rod slipping out of your hand. While I don’t think the arms are big enough to hold a Phablet (phone/tablet) or an iPad, it should fit all but the biggest of smartphones. It does have pads on the side that actually makes contact with the smartphone, and it’s soft yet secure. Very well thought out design.
Overall, I love this device. I can’t wait to use it for taking kayaking pictures of my fiance and I. These were very hard photos to take ourselves before, but should be easily doable now. I also plan to make some clips so that I can mount it to my road bike for easy photos while we’re on the move. To say that someone like me, who is overcautious about all of his expensive toys, smartphone included, will take this and hold it over cement on a moving bike or over the water, says a lot about the way it holds the phone. Highly recommended, I’ve looked around and I don’t see anything better on the market for taking group pictures or activity selfies. I would include some pictures I’ve taken with it, but almost all of them are with family (it’s so great for group pictures) that might not appreciate my doing so. Some of the other reviews do have great sample pictures, though. I may upload some of activities in the summer once it gets a bit nicer out, but this will be a hit for holiday photos!!
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|Great Value for money product for Self portraits,
In the box, you get the arm, 2 phone holders, a orange rubber pad, and a microUSB charging cable. The product is very well made with strong plastic and steel material, hence durable. The telescopic arm has rubber sleeve on it for a firm grip while holding. The two adjustable phone holders are made of ABS plastic, so I would say there is no compromise of materials of any sort, so product is durable and feels premium. I do have a suggestion to manufacturer. It was kind of hard to pull out the telescopic arm out first time, but became easier after few trails. I recommend manufacturer to use a drop of lubricant and ease it out before packaging, that would avoid the frustration to users.
Features:
The monopod features bluetooth connectivity with your phone for wireless photo capture. It is Bluetooth 3.0 complaint with range upto 20ft. The monopod arm can extend upto a total length of around 3.5 feet and when not in use compresses to less than 1 feet in length. Two adjustable phone holders, one small and other larger can accommodate most of now-a-days smart phones. The orange rubber pad cushions your phone as well as protects your phone from scratches. It has a built-in battery that charges in about a hour time, with auto turn off after charging. A small LED indicator lets you know the status, blue LED blinks implies pairing automatically to last connected phone. Red LED glows up while in charge.
Performance:
The iSnap Pro was very fast in connecting to bluetooth, understandably due to use of Bluetooth 3.0 profile. It is also very responsive to photo and video capture. I tried it on my Nexus 5, with both photo and video mode, and am quite happy with it. Placing the phone into the holder was easy, and the sturdiness and good spring effect gave me a confidence to leave my loving Nexus 5 there. The photo capture button just has the right amount of resistance to avoid accidental snaps while handling.
Conclusion:
All-in-all, this is a great value for money product, highly recommended to everyone. Mpow supplied me a sample product for a unbiased and honest review.
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|Nikon D750, the Camera I’m Supposed to Hate,
Once I started reading reviews, I found that there are a lot of haters out there. Most of these people never even held the camera and they are bashing nikon for calling it a 750 as it does not live up to what a 700 successor should be.
I owned a D700 before upgrading to the D4 and I agree with the overcall consensus that the D700 is a great camera that I actually regret selling. I have fast moving kids who play sports and the D4 serves me well. However, I find that I yearn for something more compact for certain situations (honestly, most situations when Im not shooting sports) Although I love the 10 frames per second and pro level build, she is a beast of a camera to carry around.
I ordered from Amazon in order to take advantage of their liberal return policy in case it was as bad as some people say.
After owning it since Thursday (9/25), I have to say, this is an awesome camera. It fast, smooth, the focus is dead accurate and instantaneous. Its super light and slim for a full frame DSLR while sharing a lot of the specs from the D810. The grip is deep and a pleasure to hold. The controls are easy to manage and the shutter is quiet and smooth.
Images are very sharp with good glass and colors are accurate. Im really looking for reason to not like it but can’t find one. I saved myself a grand by holding out a bit.
I guess its not a larger, heavy, pro-level body that some people think a 700 series camera should be. Sharing a layout with the D610 and D7100 causes some to dismiss the product, regardless of performance.
Some don’t like change, even if its for the better. I get it,,, the D700 had a faster frame rate with a battery grip and went to 8000 shutter speed along with a pro-build. The d750 outshines the D700 in every other aspect. Nikon has modified their lineup and now has 5 full frame cameras, more than any other. Maybe if they called it a D650, people wouldn’t be so mad.
I’m merely a enthusiastic amateur with a passion for the art. Since I earn my living outside of photography, my D4 is probably overkill. But hey, what can you do?
Take my review for what its worth but this is a great body that will not disappoint. Don’t get caught up in all these review sites that pixel peep, look for flaws under severe artificial conditions and are critical to a point that is not relevant to real world shooting.
UPDATE:
After spending over a month with the camera, my thoughts haven’t changed. In fact, I like it even more. The focus, low light, speed, everything about this camera is just amazing. I’m tempted to sell my D4 which sits on the shelf most of the time. Don’t get me wrong,,, I love the D4,,,, I’m just not a pro and really shouldn’t have purchased it for what I do. The 11 frames per second are nice for capturing a fast moment, but the times i really need it are few and far between.
As far as those still complaining that it’s not the pro body of the old D700, I don’t get it. This thing is weather sealed and built tough. Parts of the body are built with carbon fiber. It’s funny that the complaints are not about quality of the pictures, focus or anything like that. There is nothing that about this camera that will prevent a skilled photographer from taking amazing photographs. I look some outdoor photos last night at iso 10,000 and the pics were super clean. I’m amazed at the low-light quality quality. Its even better than the D4.
Unless you need the mega-pixels of the D810 for super large prints, it’s my opinion that this is the best full frame on the market, especially at this price point.
UPDATE: 3/2/15 Flare Issue:
After reading about the flare issue, I found out that my camera was affected by entering my serial number online at Nikon’s website. Before reading about the problem, I never experienced it myself until I tested for it. Under the right conditions, it is a legitimate problem. I sent the camera to Nikon and received it back in under 10 days. I went back to the park near my house to re-test the issue and found that the problem was indeed fixed. Along with the repair, Nikon also upgraded the firmware. I found no difference in operation, speed or anything else.
I’m still just as happy with the camera as when I bought it. Although a little inconvenient, I’m glad Nikon owned the problem and gave a quick solution.
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|Good Work, Nikon.,
The reason I decided to go with a D750 when I already owned the D610 was it’s superior tracking ability of moving subjects in well-lit and low light conditions. I shoot a lot of wildlife, especially birds in flight, and they are not easy subjects to capture. I also enjoy shooting local live bands in very challenging lighting situations and while my D610 was handling these conditions pretty well, it did miss a few shots every now and then that I wish I had gotten. Especially when it comes to birds flying toward me at fast speeds, the D610 could not always keep up with them. The keeper rate was acceptable, but the D750 simply performs better in these situations. I get more keepers plus I get slightly faster FPS, which means I get slightly more frames to choose from.
In low light where even my eyes struggle to see any contrast, there is no contest between the two cameras. The D750 locks on in near darkness, whereas the D600/D610 would hunt under the same conditions. As long as there is contrast visible, the D610 will do just fine. I’ve put it through some difficult circumstances and it handled them better than I expected. The D750 however is just more sure of itself. It hunts less, it will lock quickly and your results will be impressive.
The image quality of the D750 is great of course, just as it is when using the D610. Auto white balance works surprisingly well. Skin tones look nice and so does everything else. Highlight-weighed metering is an interesting option and helps to preserve whites that might otherwise be blown out.
At first I felt the flip screen wouldn’t do me much good as a still photography shooter, but now that I have it, I do use it to get some odd angles which I wouldn’t have gotten otherwise. I’m not always willing to lay on the ground or stand on my tip-toes to get a shot and now I don’t have to. The screen is sturdy and hasn’t gotten in the way, so it seems like a pretty useful feature. Fold it in when not in use, bring it out when you need it.
Not only does it perform as promised, but I have also not experienced any negative issues that may have plagued some past Nikon models. I’ve shot around 5,000 frames with it so far and there are no signs of anything going awry. It focuses fast regardless of light availability, and high ISO photos look great, especially when processed through Lightroom. Basically, if you’re looking for an action DSLR with lots of great features for a reasonable price, the D750 will fit you well.
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UPDATE: (Some people have reported seeing a shadow band at the top of the frame when shooting flares at specific angles. I have not seen this problem with my D750, but Nikon issued an advisory to repair it for free if you happen to see it. Most have not encountered this problem during normal shooting, only when they intentionally tried to induce this shadow band. If you like to shoot flares or if you shoot a lot of video, you may want to check your body for the problem when you buy it. Personally I don’t think this is as big of a problem as oil spots on sensor or left focusing issue, but there are a few buyers out there who might be affected by it. Personally I have not seen this problem with three different D750 bodies I used, but some others might.)
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IF YOU’RE A BEGINNER TO DSLR PHOTOGRAPHY…
and you haven’t really handled a DSLR before, the D750 may be a lot of camera and it may be intimidating with all the buttons, menus and dials, but it does also have an “Auto” mode with some scene modes available that will get you through the first phase of learning how to operate it. I recommend you buy a comprehensive Nikon D750 guide book and use that instead of the Nikon-provided manual. The manual that comes with the camera is far too confusing and it doesn’t really teach you anything about DSLR photography. All it does is explain what each function does, which is sometimes not enough to make you understand why you need to do something a certain way. Auto and scene modes are nice, but if you’re buying a camera of this caliber, you want to be able to benefit from what it offers, which is amazing images when the correct settings are used. Get out of Auto mode and explore M, A, P and S. You’ll be happy you did.
IF YOU’RE A NIKON DX SHOOTER…
thinking about moving to full frame, you currently have three choices at the 24 megapixel low to mid-range price; D600, D610 and D750. The D600, D610 and D750 are all pretty good choices, but your decision will heavily depend on how you’re going to use the camera and how big of a budget you have.
Here are the similarities between them:
– They all have 1/4000s max shutter speed.
– They all have very similar button controls (the D750 buttons on the left side are a little bit different by including the “i” for info button)
– All three have a magnificent 24 megapixel sensor…
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|A professional body disguised in a prosumer shell. The next great Nikon in the making,
I’ve gone through 3x Nikon D700 and 3x Nikon D800 bodies over the past few years. All my bodies have been through a lot and I can pinpoint what’s wrong with the D800 and how Nikon failed to capture the essence of the now legendary D700 with the way they danced around not releasing a real successor.
I set my expectations super low when I heard about the D750 release and I was throughly unimpressed when I read through the spec sheet – first noticing the consumer level command dial which I would honestly never touch after switching the M, the limitation of shutter speed capped at 1/4000, and for them to further cramp the focus points towards the center which is quite inferior to what it was if you ask me.
I received the camera today and put out my Df, D800, and this new D750 to compare.
First thing I noticed is the grip… boy it’s lightyears of improvement comparing to the D800 which I struggle to hold on to every time I use it. The D750 grip is very similar to the D700, and if anything it’s actually better. They now give you enough space to lay your thumb and made a little bulge to improve palm grip. They have also rearranged the battery compartment so that the grip itself is smaller, allowing your fingers more surface area to hold the camera. I know most people wouldn’t care as much, but when you continue to use the camera over and over this is the type of little things that makes a huge difference.
Live view response time is dramatically improved comparing to the D800. The refresh rate isn’t near the Df level which feels instantaneous, but it’s fast enough; the real difference is how soon your camera allows your input again after taking the first image with live view. The D800 is so bad that it feels like a bug they never fixed, it takes up to a few seconds for your camera to come back to live; whereas the D750 is simply very responsive in this department.
The tilt screen actually feels very solid, and this makes the D750 a great camera for those who shoot both still and motion. I’ve been hoping this feature would make it to the professional bodies, and this might just be it.
Initial response with image quality is very positive, even after living with D800 for the past couple years which spoiled me with the amazing dynamic range. They somehow seem to have improved that even further with the D750 which I have to say is mind boggling. The slightly lower 24.3 megapixel vs 36 from the D800 is actually a welcoming “feature”. I have to say 99% of my pictures don’t ever call for a full 36 megapixel so a lower 24.3 which is sufficiently almost all the time will save me so much headache with storage space. (I have added a total of 10 hard drives over the past 2 years thanks to shooting D800 as my primary cameras)
*** updated AF section ***
The auto focus performance on the camera is far beyond the D800. Not sure how well it is in comparison to the D3S and D4 yet, but it’s at least pretty close to the D700 besides not having the focus point coverage. In low light situation even with my ISO jacked un to 6400 it’s focusing just fine; and also when I try to point the camera towards direct sunlight it’s still not missing much at all and I can still rely on it. On a contrary when I put it in live view it’s actually failing to focus sometimes, which the camera has no problem not using LV to focus. Strange, but so far so good with AF…
Instead of CF+SD combo this body actually has 2x SD slots. It’s not a deal breaker but if you’re concerned about SD reliability you may want to keep this in mind.
The button layout is similar to the consumer level camera, but still retains enough similarities to the bigger brothers so the pros wouldn’t feel too unfamiliar.
*** video portion of the review to come after thorough testings this week ***
The new movie settings menu is a very welcome addition, which would allow those of us who shoot video much easier access to the functions. Nikon seems to also have given us more flexibility to customize the buttons for movie mode as well.
Wifi is definitely a great addition. This opens up new ways for us to use our cameras, allowing us to instantly extract photos out of the camera and manipulate or distribute them with our cell phones. I sincerely hope that this will continue to trickle down to the entire Nikon line of products.
They stuck with the EN-EL15 so we don’t have to buy new batteries – awesome!
*** The bad: AF focus points are cramped… this is a huge set back and I was really hoping this wouldn’t happen. At this point it seems like Nikon is set to designing their future cameras like that which is a step back.
*** The maybe: This isn’t a professional line of camera, although it feels very good and feels just like the pro bodies but it’s not. The omission on 1/8000 shutter speed and the consumer…
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