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JOBY GorillaPod SLR Zoom Flexible Tripod for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras Up To 3kg 6 6lbs
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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/10
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999
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490
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Build Quality
134legs, ball, joints, joby, joint
+67%
-33%
" ... very cool, flexible and bendy ... "
" ... This is the most sturdy tripod ever. ... It's heavy and flexible so you can mount your camera to a lot of different things. ... "
" ... Sturdy, built like a tank. ... "
" ... This thing grips to anything . ... "
" ... It is quite agile and has a good grip. ... "
" ... Very durable and can handle the weight of my Nikon D5500. ... "
" ... the bendable arms were strong and stiff, and managed to hug almost anything. ... "
" ... This is a great, solidly built tripod and much more grippier than expected! ... "
Camera
114dslr, shots, vlogging, nikon, slr
+91%
-9%
" ... I love that this one has a level on it too to help get a straight shot. ... "
" ... Every photographer needs this product! ... "
" ... I would not go with a camera bigger than that . ... so it's perfect for smaller camcorders, gopro, Panasonics dmc 100 etc . ... "
" ... If you're looking for a tripod to take with you on the go, this one is great. ... "
" ... Freaking awesome tripod. ... "
" ... Perfect for DSLR! ... "
" ... Great camera tripod. ... "
" ... I like this tripod cause it works with my dslr give u a more stabilized feeling I would really recommend it. ... "
Fit
85legs, gorilla, ball head, ball, tight
+68%
-32%
" ... This is the most sturdy tripod ever. ... It's heavy and flexible so you can mount your camera to a lot of different things. ... "
" ... My iPhone setup is big and heavy. ... This holds it pretty well. ... "
" ... Can wrap around poles and hold your camera!!! ... "
" ... It easily grabs into anything I twist it around & holds my T6i effortlessly! ... "
" ... Hold my sony a5100 great ... "
" ... Holds my Canon 80D with no issues. ... "
" ... held the camera well. ... "
" ... All the other Gorilla tripods became floppy except this one. ... It's a little "beefier" than the other models and holds up well. ... "
Lens
52tripod, canon, dslr, nikon, zoom lens
+88%
-12%
" ... The tripod is strong and has held my camera attached to poles, trees, and helps with vlogging. ... "
" ... I use it with my Canon EOS M camera, never had any problems with it being too heavy for the tripod or falling over which is great. ... "
" ... held by nikon d5300 with a rode video mic with no problem. ... "
" ... i know that this particular tripod is big enough to handle a dslr as well, but in this case, it worked well for what i needed it for! ... "
" ... I used it with a Nikon 5300 and different lenses and was happy with the support. ... "
" ... A safe tripod to put your expensive DSLR. ... "
" ... Flexible Tripod with Ballhead Bundle for DSLR and Mirrorless Cameras Up To 3kg. ... Lens, Dual I.S. ... "
" ... Short tripod but very versatile in respects to what terrain you can put it on. ... "
Size
36tripod, portable, carry, compact, weight
+97%
-3%
" ... Great for traveling use. ... "
" ... But it is light and convenient. ... "
" ... Small stand is great. ... "
" ... It is very steady and portable, I brought along with me whenever I travel. ... "
" ... it also helped while i was doing some filming in around the different cities, and it also fit perfectly in my backpack. ... "
" ... Perfect size and weight to carry around. ... "
" ... A truly huge benefit is it is so light and fits easily in a backpack - so if you are someone that uses equipment more so when it is super easy to set up - this is a great option. ... "
" ... + Excellent for travel ... "
Comfort
32ball head, tight, legs, joints, looser
+63%
-38%
" ... This thing grips to anything . ... "
" ... Gets a nice grip on things for weird angles. ... "
" ... the bendable arms were strong and stiff, and managed to hug almost anything. ... "
" ... The ball head is absolutely mandatory. ... "
" ... This thing does grip on tight to a lot of stuff which is the selling point. ... "
" ... You can feel how well this is built compared to others on the market and i have got plenty that I wasn't satisfied with. ... "
" ... It feels strongly build and will last long. ... "
" ... It also helps that you can virtually grip it anywhere! ... "
For Travel
25travel, traveling, hiking, trip, trips
+84%
-16%
" ... Great travel tripod! ... "
" ... Great for traveling use. ... "
" ... brought it with me on a trip to Europe and it was small, compact and perfect for taking shots in parks. ... "
" ... attached this to my gorilla pod, it fit perfect on my sony a7 and it was great for my trip to europe. ... "
" ... It is very steady and portable, I brought along with me whenever I travel. ... "
" ... I needed a tripod for my most recent trip to europe. ... it also helped while i was doing some filming in around the different cities, and it also fit perfectly in my backpack. ... "
" ... Great tripod for traveling! ... "
" ... + Excellent for travel ... "
Marketplace
21works as advertised, thanks, thank, shipping, seller
+81%
-19%
" ... Just as described ... "
" ... The company ship it out to me for free. ... "
" ... quick shipping and recommended seller! ... "
" ... Sometimes you just can't beat the original. ... "
" ... Works as advertised! ... "
" ... So much cheaper than purchasing in stores. ... "
" ... I'm the first one you will find, thanks! ... "
" ... I ordered this tripod during the Amazon Deal Day and have been very pleased with my purchase! ... "
Product Reliability
17worked, broke, days, years, ive
+53%
-47%
" ... IVe only used it for a few days but I see what all the fuss is about. ... "
" ... this worked perfectly. ... "
" ... Good construction, and has been working great for many months. ... "
" ... Been using it for about a week now, and I LOVE it. ... "
" ... Both are still working ... "
" ... I haven't try it properly but it seems it will work just fine. ... "
" ... Bought this gorillapod after wanting one for YEARS! ... "
" ... Worked out great. ... "
Price
17money, worth, paid, definitely worth, bucks
+82%
-18%
" ... Def worth buying it! ... "
" ... Worth the buy. ... "
" ... Would recommend this 100%. ... "
" ... So much cheaper than purchasing in stores. ... "
" ... It's amazing how cool it is for so little money! ... "
" ... Very worth the money. ... "
" ... One of the best portable tripods on the market. ... "
" ... It is worth all the hype and the money! ... "
Zoom
15gorillapod slr zoom, zoom lens, focus, zoom, joby gorillapod slr
+93%
-7%
" ... Great for long exposure night shots with my phone. ... "
" ... Joby GorillaPod SLR Zoom: JOBY GorillaPod SLR Zoom. ... "
" ... This tripod is great for stabilization when filming or taking photos. ... "
" ... It holds the weight of my DSLR with its 55-22mm zoom lens without any problem. ... "
" ... The ball head worked nicely and enabled me to find and zoom in on the planet. ... "
" ... I got the Zoom with the ballhead. ... I chose the zoom because of the size. ... "
" ... Goes well with the SLR-Zoom Tripod that i also purchase. ... "
" ... JOBY GorillaPod SLR Zoom. ... According to those reviews, the SLR Zoom could easily handle the weight of my Canon 7D and 28-135mm zoom lens. ... The SLR ZOOM cannot handle 4 pounds of weight, which is the 7D camera body and zoom lens combined. ... After I realized that I could not use the SLR ZOOM with my Canon 7D, I decided to use it with my iPhone and Nikon Coolpix, which are both compact and lightweight. ... If you have a selfie stick, simply unscrew the adapter, which holds your smartphone or compact camera, and pop it on your SLR ZOOM. ... However, when I want to take a photo of my wife and I, I simply connect my iPhone to the SLR ZOOM and I can position the rig anywhere. ... So far, I have taken the SLR ZOOM to Canada, Mexico, Japan, Spain and Australia. ... I really give my SLR ZOOM a beating and toss it everywhere. ... "
Weight
15light, size, size and weight, flexible, holds
+80%
-20%
" ... Supports a lot of weight surprisingly ... "
" ... Light weight, convenient ... "
" ... Perfect size and weight to carry around. ... "
" ... It is very flexible, and light-weighted. ... "
" ... Works great with my GoPro and other light weight camera. ... "
" ... Super light too, which just adds to the portability. ... "
" ... This one, a little less weight, stiff but properly flexible. ... "
" ... Nuce compact size and weight ... "
Ease of Use
13easy, use, quick, plate, easy to handle
+85%
-15%
" ... Easy to set up my camera any location I'm at. ... "
" ... + Quick release is very convenient ... "
" ... It also is super easy to transport. ... "
" ... Much easier to use and carry than traditional. ... "
" ... I wish they made other things with this same plate because it is awesome and really easy to use. ... "
" ... and easy tripod to use on table. ... "
" ... easy to use and very durable. ... The quick detach plate is awesome and easy to use. ... "
" ... Easy to use. ... "
Storage
10tripod, height, bag, stand, lid
+90%
-10%
" ... I love the flexibility of the legs too, and it doesn't take up much space either. ... "
" ... Small stand is great. ... "
" ... Not only is it sturdy but it is the perfect height. ... It's the perfect height for the reason I use it. ... "
" ... - Fits in almost every book bag ... "
" ... Great for traveling when space in your bag is critical. ... "
" ... Also, the space saving that this gives me over a tripod is excellent. ... "
" ... Super compact so it can go in my pack without losing gear room. ... "
" ... And it will hold much more than what it says on the box. ... "
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