Gorillapod
I’m loving my new Joby Gorillapod. I have a Gorillapod SLR-Zoom model. I prompted to go for the SLR-Zoom since I plan on upgrading lenses after graduation and taking photography more seriously than I currently do.
Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XS, 30 Second shutter speed, F/18, Focal Length at 23mm, ISO 100.
More after the break.
The Gorillapod by Joby is an extremely practical concept, using bendable legs to allow the tripod to find a shape for any situation. It uses connected spheres to allow the bending and each sphere has a rubber rim around the circumference, with the foot being an almost entirely rubber ball.
This allows you to take your DSLR nearly anywhere and still get a steady shot. From my own personal experience, this thing is great. Being able to take long exposure shots without lugging around a huge tripod is amazing.
Did I mention this thing will stick ANYWHERE? It truly is the be all, end all of portable tripods. Whether it be a fence alongside the highway, a signpost, folds in tree bark, or even the side mirror of your car, the Joby Gorillapod can bend in a way that will fit your needs.
The following, along with the lead image, were all taken with my Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom.
Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XS, 30 Second shutter speed, F/18, Focal Length at 32mm, ISO 100.
Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XS, 30 Second shutter speed, F/18, Focal Length at 18mm, ISO 100.
Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XS, 1/4 Second shutter speed, F/25, Focal Length at 35mm, ISO 100.
