How does this compare to the Joby GP3 GorillaPod SLR-Zoom Flexible Tripod?
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Hi,Katie B. Thank you for your advice. Our this Tripod used Digital Camer. About Product: *High quality. *Made of hard plastic, durable to use. *Can be used in self-timer. *Enables extra security to ensure your camera is safely attached. *Bend and rotate 360 to form the perfect shape. *Provide extra gripping power to most surfaces. *Stays connected to your camera for nearly instant serup. *Compatible with digital camera and compact video camera. *Cameras interface: universal 1/4 and 3/8 screw. Low price, quality assurance. Load bearing 3.5kg and more. Kind Regards
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Just bought this 42-inch 8section retractable tripod. It can support my t3i with the 18-55mm lens very well. Not sure how stable it'd be in (very) extreme windy conditions but seems solid enough otherwise.
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Yes there is indeed an improvement. The one I purchased from Amazon, windage adjustment,broke off in no time. I called the manufacturer to complain & they sent me a whole new tripod free of charge claiming they wanted to make sure of customer satisfaction.Very pleased with new one.
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I've seen the little table top bendy leg tripods sold on Amazon for cheap. However, I've looked through this monocular at high power, and I can hand hold it while standing with just a fine gitter in the image. I also know people who can't hold 7x steady.
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I do not have Really Right Stuff monopod but have their ball head, L bracket and monopod head. Their products are awesome and I have been very happy with not just the products but also their customer service. Personally I have been very happy with my Gitzo monopod, it is sturdy, yet light to carry. Only issue the rubber part on bottom of my came off so had to purchase replacement on Amazon but got the kit that included the spike which works well along with the rubber tip. I don't think you can go wrong with either product. Since I do not have any of RRS tripod, monopod I can't give my opinion specifically on a comparison between RRS and this Gitzo. Just how I feel about the Gitzo monopod which is great and then RRS products that I have. Hope this helps!
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It can handle a variety of different cameras and it's so portable and the price on these tripods is just right. You can't go wrong with Manfrotto. Makes a good product and I would recommend it highly. If you travel alot, I would definitely get the BeFree model.
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I've had this tripod for a while now. Rest assured it is extremely stable and precise. However if your video set up its too heavy you might want to ask your friends about it. I just handle landscape and slr related pictures not much video.
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I bought this one because my first tripod was too flimsy. It's worked out well for me. I always use a remote shutter release so I don't have experience with it's stability while manually shooting. I've also never used a tablet on it.
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First, I do not recommend the tripod. But if you must, the tripod is a standard tripod and has standard attachment screws. That said, the GoPro Hero3 is not meant to be put on top of the tripod. The GoPro is an action camera and it's little universe of attachments is really really good and fun way to mount a camera in unusual ways. If you still want a small light tripod, Manfrotto makes a good one for around $50 and you can go up from there. But the Slik is not very well constructed. Sorry. I hope this helps.
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I used my GorillaPod with a Canon 50D and it worked great. I don't imagine the cameras change in weight all that much, but I felt comfortable with how it handled that camera.
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Depends on what you want. Hugo Quadpod is larger and more stable than a tripod tip. Also the Quadpod can stand up on its own better than a tripod. And I like the fact that the Quadpod can be "picked up" when it falls down by stepping lightly on the Quadpod tip. Stepping on the tip when the cane is horizontal on the floor causes the cane to rise and you can grab the handle. (picture the way a horizontal rake snaps up and hits the hapless farmer who steps on the teeth. This is why I step GENTLY on the tripod tip when the cane in horizontal). It's a handy feature for those of us who can't bend down and fetch the cane. I don't know if tripod tips can do this.
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I have the "Fancierstudio Tripod Monopod Metal BALL HEAD Quick Release Plate By Fancierstudio" and it has functioned flawlessly with my admittedly very small point and shoot cameras (Lumix LX7, LX5). I don't have any experience with the other ball head, but looking at the amazon offering, it seems to cost about ten dollars more with the inclusion of a pistol grip release. IMHO, the extra pistol grip may offer quicker repositioning for fine tuning while the Fancierstudio needs to twist open and re-tighten with a thumb lever, which can be a pain on the fingers after repeated adjustment actions. HOWEVER, with a monopod, which is what this question related to, it may even not matter as much since the monopod tilts easily and I often just lean the camera one way or another rather than release the ball head. Of course, this obviously cannot be done with a tripod so if you're planning to use this head on a variety of platforms it may be better to get the Opteka instead if the extra cost isn't any issue. On the other hand, I'm perfectly happy with the Fancierstudio model as it functions exceptionally well and is a solid piece of engineering.
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I bought this tripod on May this year. I installed it in a setup with a Gopro and Diving lights so I could use it while Scuba Diving. One of the legs of the tripod broke after 3 months of use, probably 4 diving trips. I sent an email with pictures of the damage to Joby and they replaced the tripod without cost. Once I got the new one I compared both tripods and definitively the one received from Joby is clearly of better quality. My purchase was shipped originally by Berrys Sales deals HK which I don't see it among the suppliers now that I made a search of the same item on Amazon. I suggest you check the suppliers first before ordering so you don't have to go through the guarantee claiming process if you receive a defective product.
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hi, i experimented with several tripods before settling on a manfrotto but what I remember about this specific tripod was that it was lightweight, would not be able to handle support a DSLR with long lens and when full extended approx. 4' making it more unstable. Good price and rig for a smaller camera but did not make me feel confident. Also the action on the head did not have near the fluidity i require. hope this helps.
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It will probably be fine. We got the giant gorilla for our digital SLR, but a powershot should be fine. The camera just screws on and off...very easy. It is ideal for wrapping around items, but will also balance like a normal tripod. It will definitely be steady. Good luck!
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No, I ended up returning the tripod. I did have great luck with Ravelli APLT2 49". Used it on a trip and it worked great,
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I am wondering the exact same thing as I'm deciding whether to get the magnetized or un-magnetized Gorillapod. I plan on using the tripod on my monitor and plasma TV, as well as storing it in my bag where I carry my phone, credit cards, and other electronics. I'm leaning towards the magnetized version right now, but I hope having the convenience of mounting it to metal won't come at the cost of damaging my other devices.