The Joby Gorillapod firmly secures your camera to just about anything- anywhere and everywhere! Unlike traditional tripods, the gorillapod doesn't require an elevated surface for you to take the perfect shot.
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The Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM is designed with the serious photographer in mind. Its sturdy prehensile legs help achieve a steady shot with your SLR and zoom lenses. It attaches to any standard SLR cameras, video cameras, or even your own tripod head.
The Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM can support a whopping six pounds, while still maintaining its compact size.Whether you're using your SLR camera to shoot time-lapse photos, get up close with a macro lens, capture your daughter's winning goal from the sidelines, or snap images for the local newspaper, Gorillapod SLR-ZOOM is the perfect companion for your next adventure. Throw one in your bag and start shooting like a pro!.
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, or even a roomy jacket pocket..
MPN: GP301EN
Tripod Type: Tripod
Maximum Load: 6.6 lbs.
Weight: 0.53 lbs.
UPC: 854630001032
Product ID: 38742174
Pretty cool
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I bought this for a gift and got great feedback. It twists and conforms to whatever it is wrapped around. However, I regret not buying the Large tripod. I have a small digital camera and the pod fits on it fine, but the tripod's legs are not very long. Getting it to fit on every object would be easier with the large tripod's legs.
It is worth spending the money on the large tripod. Next time!
Jun 29, 2008
Handy but not so sturdy
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It's really fun and handy.
A large SLR with a hefty lens and flash will definitely not stay put very well. My Canon 20d with a speedlite and Tokina 12-24 F4 had the Gorillapod sagging and drooping all over the place. With a lighter lens and no flash, it's great for hanging on a tree or taking tabletop snaps.
I'd recommend this for anyone wanting a clever alternative to toting a proper tripod but be prepared to spend some time getting it just so before snapping any pictures.
Jun 27, 2008
2 Stars for Joby knockoff from Targus.
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<a href="http://www.amazon.com/review/R9ANK9AN12DWF">Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R9ANK9AN12DWF</a> This is a video review for the Targus Grypton Portable Tripod, which appears to be a rebranded Joby GP1 (edit: cheap knockoff). It was purchased at a Radio Shack for $9.99, normally priced at $14.99, a little cheaper than the Joby. On my first trip with the tripod, it fell from 3 feet from the car it was resting on when someone closed the car door. One of the ball joints on the tripod cracked, but thankfully didn't break my camera! It could still be used level, only at certain angles as shown in the video. Then I superglued the cracked balljoint, which fixed the problem, but lost some flexibility. The main issues were durability, and stability (especially with a camera that has an offset tripod mount). Definitely go for the Joby over this 'deal.'
Camera used - Pentax Optio WPi.
Jun 27, 2008
Perfect for a light point and shoot camera
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I have had this tripod for a while now and, contrary to many other reviews, it has worked as promised and been reliable. I wouldn't recommend it for anything heavier than a small camera but for that purpose it is fine.
Jun 26, 2008
Simple and Effective
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Just took this on vacation. Such a perfect little gadget. Easily grabs onto just about anything, and levels on any surface. Infinite adjustability - no pan/tilt mechanisms to deal with. Wrap the legs around something and bend and tweak until you have just the right composition.
Once you get in the habit of bringing it along you'll wonder what you did without it. My wife and I got great pictures of the two of us - since we could compose the picture just how we wanted it rather than having a stranger do it. In the beginning, sometimes we would ask a stranger to take our pictures, and instead of asking them over and over to tweak this or that, we just said "bye" and waited a couple minutes until they were gone, then used the gorilla pod instead.
My favorite part is the quick release. This is really what takes it to the next level and makes it so usable. We'd attach the quick release fitting to the camera and just carry the camera in its case. (Canon SD790 and Caselogic QPB-1 case - both of which I'd also give 5 stars.) I'd then carry the rest of the gorillapod on my beltloop by wrapping one of the legs behind the beltloop. Hardly noticed that it was there, but always ready at a moment's notice.
After memory and a camera case, I'd recommend this as the next most useful equipment for anyone with a point-and-shoot camera.
Jun 21, 2008
Simple and Effective
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Just took this on vacation. Such a perfect little gadget. Easily grabs onto just about anything, and levels on any surface. Infinite adjustability - no pan/tilt mechanisms to deal with. Wrap the legs around something and bend and tweak until you have just the right composition.
Once you get in the habit of bringing it along you'll wonder what you did without it. My wife and I got great pictures of the two of us - since we could compose the picture just how we wanted it rather than having a stranger do it. In the beginning, sometimes we would ask a stranger to take our pictures, and instead of asking them over and over to tweak this or that, we just said "bye" and waited a couple minutes until they were gone, then used the gorilla pod instead.
My favorite part is the quick release. This is really what takes it to the next level and makes it so usable. We'd attach the quick release fitting to the camera and just carry the camera in its case. (Canon SD790 and Caselogic QPB-1 case - both of which I'd also give 5 stars.) I'd then carry the rest of the gorillapod on my beltloop by wrapping one of the legs behind the beltloop. Hardly noticed that it was there, but always ready at a moment's notice.
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Original Gorillapod
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I love this tripod. It fits perfectly inside my purse because it's fairly small. Despite it's small size, it's sturdy enough to hold my digital camera (non-SLR). I first used it at the Grand Canyon which helped me take pictures from rocks and even tree branches!!! I've also used this tripod on chairs and poles and treadmills. It comes in sooooooo handy when you want a group picture but no one is around to take the picture! My friends want one now!
If you go to the Joby website, you'll see a gallery of photos which exemplifies what you can wrap this tripod around.
May 29, 2008
Don't be a skeptic, try it and see for yourself!
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Before I bought this, I questioned myself how in the world it would hold up my SLR... But after I gave it a try, it supported my Canon XTi + battery grip + Canon 24-105mm f/4L without a problem. I purchased this primarily for my trip to San Francisco for those situations where it'd be difficult to lug a tripod around. It was a great idea, I wrapped this around poles, put it on top of garbage cans, on ledges, on railings, on everything! It turned out to be a great vacation since most of the time my girl friend and I don't get many photos together, but with the Gorillapod, all that is the past!
There is only a few things I don't like:
1) Hard to adjust without a ball head. Unfortunately, by adding one, the weight would likely increase to a point where it's not worthwhile carrying the Gorillapod around, or worse yet, the Gorillapod being unable to support the weight. I found that after I had wrapped the Gorillapod around something, it took a lot of fidgeting to get it in the vicinity of where I want it. Needless to say, fine adjustments are just not possible with the Gorillapod.
2) It's not possible to get it back to the original orientation that the tripod was when it shipped. Once you've moved the legs around, it's next to impossible to re-orientate the legs to be straight. There'll always be a kink in the legs.
Though... those two reasons shouldn't be enough to stop you!
May 15, 2008
Don't be a skeptic, try it and see for yourself!
Author's Rating:
Before I bought this, I questioned myself how in the world it would hold up my SLR... But after I gave it a try, it supported my Canon XTi + battery grip + Canon 24-105mm f/4L without a problem. I purchased this primarily for my trip to San Francisco for those situations where it'd be difficult to lug a tripod around. It was a great idea, I wrapped this around poles, put it on top of garbage cans, on ledges, on railings, on everything! It turned out to be a great vacation since most of the time my girl friend and I don't get many photos together, but with the Gorillapod, all that is the past!
There is only a few things I don't like:
1) Hard to adjust without a ball head. Unfortunately, by adding one, the weight would likely increase to a point where it's not worthwhile carrying the Gorillapod around, or worse yet, the Gorillapod being unable to support the weight. I found that after I had wrapped the Gorillapod around something, it took a lot of fidgeting to get it in the vicinity of where I want it. Needless to say, fine adjustments are just not possible with the Gorillapod.
2) It's not possible to get it back to the original orientation that the tripod was when it shipped. Once you've moved the legs around, it's next to impossible to re-orientate the legs to be straight. There'll always be a kink in the legs.
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Neat idea. More than just a toy.
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This product arrived a few days back. I attached this to my Canon Rebel xti mounted with a tamron 17-50 lens and played around with it.
Here's what I think:
Pros:
- Very versatile. I entangled this thing around chair legs, large stones etc and took pictures.
- Small and handy, which means I'll be actually take it along, and using it.
Cons:
- Minor adjustments to the camera position,angle etc. are absolutely impossible without a ball head. This is probably pretty obvious, but could have been stated clearly in the product description.
May 11, 2008
good joby
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Does what it says. Looks cool. Lock can get stuck. Perfect for digicams and travel. Not for SLR's or video cameras. I'd buy it again.
May 10, 2008
Love it!
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Bought this by the beginning of April, and i absolutely love it! Brilliant design.. Get one if you don't already have one! Wraps around, hooks and fits to almost anything you'd need to fixate your camera to.
Shipped fast and I definately recommend it!
May 09, 2008
