I own one, but haven't felt brave enough to risk a SLR on it.
alliebess wrote:
I own one, but haven't felt brave enough to risk a SLR on it.
This one is different than the original (which I also have) - says it is made for SLR's.
Thank you. I think I will spend the $50 and order one after reading that review!
And I see that Admin, instead of actually READING the opening post, just saw a link there so moved this away from Main Discussion.
Where nobody else will see it.
Hankwt
Loc: kingsville ontario
i believ they make one that holds 11 pounds as well
Hankwt wrote:
i believ they make one that holds 11 pounds as well
Yes there is an 11 pound model called, GorrilaPod Focus, for DSLR. Found it on Amazon for $100.64 with Joby ballhead.
Positive reviews.
Hi Coolcameragirl I have one and use it where needed.
Hello, I have one of these but I would only trust it on a flat surface, and I would make sure one leg was directly underneath the lens. I have tried wrapping the legs round poles etc but I find it is not that secure and hold it with one hand as well. I have an Olympus E-PL1 which is no where near the weight of a SLR.
Also when not in use the tripod is quite bulky, so overall it was not one of my best buys although I do use it occasionally.
bw3
Loc: Vermillion, SD
I own one. Use from time to time successfully with a Canon SX50. Have a friend who used with a Canon 5D. They work good if you're careful when fastening
Thank you all for your replies. I am going to get one, but it certainly won't replace my tripod.
It is - just - possible to dispense with the ball head by bending the legs to the desired position, but very tricky, and small adjustments are very awkward. If you get one, get a ball head as well if you don't already have one.
I second concerns about using a dslr on one on anything other than a flat surface.
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