The kf concept Basics 63" monopod is really just that, a basic monopod.It comes contained in a nice canvas carrying bag, has three extendable legs so as to let you adjust the height and the whole thing simply screws into camera mount (or lens mount depending on the lens).It does hold the weight quite nicely (I tested this out with a Canon 5d mk iii and a Sigma 50-500 lens so the combination was fairly hefty) and gives you more stability in your shots than just hand holding the camera and lens, but obviously not as much stability as a full tripod. It is lightweight and easy to carry around with your equipment. An added benefit is the spike on the bottom if you uncover the foot stopper which helps when you are shooting on grass or in the sand.One thing I am slightly worried about are the leg snaps. These seem fairly cheap and look like they can be broken easily if you are not careful or through normal wear and tear. The snaps do lock fairly tightly so the monopod legs don't retract whilst in use.It's not the best monopod I've used and I wonder how long it will last but for the price, even if it breaks in a year, I've had my money's worth out of it and will simply buy another. It does what it's supposed to do and will hold hefty pieces of equipment easily.