Joby GP3 Gorillapod SLR-Zoom Flexible Tripod for Digital SLR Cameras
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The Joby GP3-01EN Gorillapod SLR-Zoom makes taking digital photos more fun than ever. Designed with the serious photographer in mind, the Gorillapod lets you mount your camera or video camera just about anywhere you want so that you can increase your creative options. All you need to do is use the universal 1/4-20 screw or your own tripod head to attach your camera to the standard tripod mount, then wrap the three flexible segmented legs securely to a nearby tree branch, fence, park bench, or anything else that’s convenient. Say goodbye to looking for ways to stabilize your handheld shots or to get that unique perspective–now you can be free to shoot however you like! Durable and innovative, the Gorillapod weighs just 8.5 ounces, or 241 grams, and can support cameras–such as DSLRs with zoom lensea and video cameras–weighing up to 6.6 pounds, or 3 kilograms. Measuring just 9.8 inches in length, the Gorillapod fits easily into a purse, backpack, o (more…)
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great product
Have used this tripod several times now. It’s a bit heavy for it’s size, but it more than makes up for that in compact size, and versatility.
I bought this small tripod to take on a backpacking trip across glacier. Having read reviews of the smaller versions of this tripod I opted for the biggest one since I have a rather solid D200 with 18-200mm lens that I intended to use with this product.
First, the joints are quite firm, yes it will support the camera fairly well, however when the legs are bent too far from a straight tripod style the leverage will over come the joints and your camera will sag in frustrating ways.
Second, forget framing a shot in a reasonable amount of time. Horizen line off a little bit? Be prepared to fight the above slops and sags while trying to make precision adjustments.
Third, make sure when you buy this that you are not expecting small tripod style behavior. You can’t throw this thing down, make a couple of quick leg adjustments and go. You will be screwing around for a good 5 to 10 minutes trying to force it to do what you could have done in less than a minute with a real tripod.
Bonus – the screw that attaches to your camera is a pain to use. It is not fixed to the tripod; it spins freely. Who has a screw driver around all the time to take it on and off? I ended up lightly screwing it on and off by spinning the whole tripod while holding the screw with my thumbnail. This sort of works as you fight the non-slip rubber on the camera and the tripod top. After the frustrations of using it and not getting what I wanted in the shots, fighting to take it on and off the camera can be enough to evoke choice words from the most patient…
Overall this product might be easier to use with a tiny ball-head. Points two and three could hopefully be resolved for the most part but it would cause even more leverage on the legs compounding the observations in point one above. Since I own it I will probably go this route to give it one more shot and update my review if it helps out a lot.
Over all this product works as described, you can hang it off random posts (upto about 2.5″ in diameter) and entertain small children. I probably won’t use it more than 2 or 3 times in the next couple years for the type of work I do though.
3.0 out of 5 stars
More trouble than it’s worth
I bought this so that I could get some close to ground shots with a Canon 40D that has a 70-300mm attached.
This model, the SLR-ZOOM Gorillapod, is designed without a quick release mount so you can use your own tripod head. If you don’t have your own tripod head or plan to get one, you should probably look into the original Gorillapod or the SLR Gorillapod. The SLR-ZOOM Gorillapod can support an amazing 6.6 lbs. Great product!
When traveling, less is more. This is especially true for the serious photo enthusiast. When I travel, I want to carry as little as possible. However, I also want to have at hand everything I need to deal with the variety of situations I might encounter. In other words, my equipment choices need to be relatively compact, lightweight and flexible. I don’t want to carry multiple single-purpose items. Instead, I look for single multi-purpose items.
That said, the Gorillapod is ideal. It’s clever design and lightweight materials make it easy to carry and useful for a variety of photo situations. The SLR-Zoom Gorillapod is sturdy enough to support my Nikon D200 with 18mm-200mm Nikor zoom lens, and at the same time compact and light enough to attach to my camera bag with a hook and loop strap. All ‘n all, a clever, useful and travel-friendly photo accessory.
3.0 out of 5 stars
Works as described, temporarily.
I have quite enjoyed this gorillapod slr, but I must say that there are some issues with its use.
Others have mentioned the constant struggle to get it at just the right…
4.0 out of 5 stars
portable and cool
Good for portability, fits in my camera bag with no problems. Also holds my canon 40d nicely. Is not a replacement for a regular tripod though, and in general situations you will…
4.0 out of 5 stars
Portability is its best feature
I purchased this unit to use with my Pentax K20D & associated zoom lenses. I find however that due to weight of the DA* series lenses mounted on the K20D + Battery Grip, it may…
3.0 out of 5 stars
Caution: you get full use only with a light dSLR
This version of the Gorillapod is supposed to hold up to a 6.3lb combination of lens and camera but… it doesn’t.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works as discription claims.
Works great you can attach gorillapod to any surface or object securely. Handy when hiking can slip through camera bag strap and weighs next to nothing.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Comes in quite handy
I bought this so that I can have some tripod I can take anywhere. I use it with my Nikon D40, with the kit lens another zoom lens – nothing too heavy.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Definitely sturdy!
While this model is a little bigger than I thought it would be, I love it! I feel it will definitely hold up to the different positions I may need to put it into to wrap it around…
4.0 out of 5 stars
Works well….
I bought this for my Canon Xsi with 55-255 Zoom lens. It is definitely strong enough to hold it.
It got plenty of attention when I wrapped it around the railing to…
Ugh, I liked! So clear and positively.
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