JOBY GorillaPod Focus Tripod for DSLR Camera Rigs

Features

• ZOOM IN CLOSE. Get crisper shots with this durable, lightweight tripod. The rubberized foot grips, wrappable legs, and stainless steel plates ensure your pro cameras with large zoom lenses, and external flashes stand strong on the toughest terrain.
• CAPTURE SUPERIOR PERSPECTIVES. Look at life from a different point of view with the GorillaPod Focus. Easy maneuverability and precise positioning with a 360 panning and 90 tilt for those flawless portrait or landscape shots.
• STRONGER THAN THE REST. With machined aluminum sockets and German TPE joins, you'll never have a shaky shot. The Gorilla Pod Focus can fiercely secure equipment up to 11 lbs. to virtually any surface, making the impossible shot, possible.
• SET UP WITH EASE. Weighing about 3 lbs. you can take this anywhere. The Arca-Swiss quick release plate simply stays connected to your camera, so you can interchange with ease. Hold on tight with the 1/4" standard tripod mount and 3/8" adapter.
• MADE TO LAST. Made of durable ABS plastic, stainless steel, TPE, and Zinc-Aluminum, it’s made for the wear and tear of everyday life, or the rigor of your favorite adventure. Pair it with your regular, mirrorless, or pro DSLR to capture every moment.

Description

CRISPER PHOTOS, SMOOTHER VIDEOS. Capture crisper photos, smoother videos, and optimal media consumption when using the Gorilla Pod Focus. The strongest GorillaPod out there, with superior hold that will never let you lose your grip. This lightweight, professional tripod and ballhead bundle is designed for use with you DSLR, mirrorless DSLR, Pro DSLR, external flash and camcorders, all up to 11 lbs. (5kg.), you can stabilize your images, for a crisper, clearer click. TURN YOUR WORLD UPSIDEDOWN. Make the once impossible photograph, possible. Take previous limitations out of the equation with the GorillaPod Focus. Quickly switch between portrait, or landscape, or somewhere in between as you quickly review your work, or set up for the next shot. The 360 pan and 90 tilt knobs tighten independently allowing you extra-versatility as you capture your image or pan your video footage flawlessly. There’s no room for hesitation when you unleash your creativity, which is why the Arca-Swiss compatibility system and quick release plate allows you to seamlessly transition when on the go. The flexible, wrappable legs will secure your camera, or professional equipment weighing up to 11 lbs. They will stay secure, even when you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. The rubberized ring and footgrips keep your gear standing strong, or you can utilize the octopus style tripod legs to wrap around almost any structure, from fences to trees. This tripod and fits easily in your camera bag or backpack, so you can take it virtually anywhere. COMPATIBILITY OPTIONS. Made out of durable, yet lightweight ABS plastic, zinc-aluminum, TPE Grip pads, and stainless steel, the JOBY GripTight GorillaPod Focus with Ballhead X Bundle will never let your camera and professional equipment slip out of its grasp. Designed for any DSLR variation with large range zoom, professional grade camcorders, or external flashes up to 11 lbs. (5kg.), you’ll get the sturdy structure you need, for the images you want. With a ¼”-20 thread standard tripod mount, you can easily use it with other JOBY tripods and stands. Give yourself the tools you need to take better photos and smoother videos with the GripTight GorillaPod Focus with Ballhead X Bundle, the ultimate versatile tripod.

Product Dimensions 12 x 3 x 2 inches

Item Weight 1 pounds

ASIN B001GCU0MY

Item model number JB00128-CEN

Customer Reviews 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,664 ratings 4.6 out of 5 stars

Best Sellers Rank #1,279 in Complete Tripod Units

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer Yes

Date First Available October 2, 2001

Manufacturer Joby

Language: English

abunda_amazon_reviews Everything was well until I left the pod inside my car in the hot heat. The heat baked the pod and now the legs are loose no matter how much I twist them tight. It is still loose and useless now. Give a bad review just because of that alone.;;Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2018;;2.0 out of 5 stars;;Sensitive rubber material;;Tran nguyen;;;First of all, I bought it at BF 2018 Deal price, but I decided to return it just after a day of in-house testing. I have several cameras small and big, lenses small and big, so I tested various combinations. Long story short: It is too expensive for the usage it is good enough for. I think the tripod is worth $40-50. At that price point, I would keep it. It is good to use with a small mirrorless camera, or DSLR like Canon 5D Mark III + 24-105mm lens flat, or lens pointing ~45 degrees up/down on a flat hard surface. Anything more demanding than that, you are risking your gear. Would I use it with a 100mm focal length lens for a long exposure: NO Would I use it with >100mm focal length lens in any orientation (e.g. 70-200): NO Would I risk my gear on an uneven outdoor surface with 24-105mm kind of lens pointing up/down: Mostly no. Would I use it for a super-macro photography: No. I am not saying that the tripod claims more than what it actually can do it, I am saying it is too expensive for its intended purpose. I have a 30$ table top small tripod, that I can pretty much use for the same purpose. This $100+ tripod doesn't let me do anything more than that. Finally I read some reviews (not my personal experience with it), that its legs would give in after being left in car in heat, that would make the tripod useless for me. And finally I found it awkward, that a $100+ tripod didn't even come with a carry bag/pouch, that was disappointing.;;Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2018;;3.0 out of 5 stars;;Too expensive for what it can do.;;Rakesh Koul;;;I've had my eye on this tripod for quite some time now and I finally decided to pull the trigger and buy it because I wanted a nice tripod for vacation. Let me just say, this thing is SOLID and built like a tank. This is exactly what I was looking for in a tripod. I have a Canon T5i and it handles it just fine. Can't wait to see how many different positions I can get my camera into. UPDATE: 5/10/2016 I've had, and greatly enjoyed this tripod for four months now but tonight I was going over my gear and straightened one of the legs out and all of a sudden, one fell off. I wasn't doing anything to hyper extend the tripod or anything. I was completely caught off guard because for something this expensive and what seemed well built to just loose a leg seems a bit odd. I'm just glad this happened while I was going over my gear and NOT while it was strapped to something. So be aware! Not sure if I will be getting another one of these or not. UPDATE: 5/14/2016 I contacted Joby after it broke and they responded right away the next day with details on how to get a replacement, I assume it helps that it was still under warranty. Well, its been three days since, and I got a nice looking package in the mail. I adjusted back to five stars because even though this happened, they were more than accommodating to their customers. This is a company I can stand behind! Thank you Joby!;;Reviewed in the United States on January 29, 2016;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;Solid Construction, Solid Design. Winner!;;Brandon;;;I purchased this mainly for Vlogging on a Canon 5D Mark IV and a Tamron 24-70mm f/2.8 lens. Not to mention a Rode Videomic Pro+ mounted on top. This beast of a tripod held it all with no problem. I was slinging it, twisting it around, setting it on the ground, and holding it next to my side while walking the streets of The Bahamas. Never once did it loosen up. I did periodically check the knobs just based on my own OCD and knowing a few thousands of dollars was attached to it, but the knobs hadn't loosened at all. I'll be keepin' ole girl.;;Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2018;;5.0 out of 5 stars;;I purchased this mainly for Vlogging on a Canon 5D ...;;John;;;I opted for the 5k model to be sure it was strong enough to support my camera and all the lenses I own. It seemed sturdy enough. Day 2 it collapsed while holding my 5dMkIV (890g with both cards and battery) and my EF 70-200 f2.8L IS II (1490g w/hood) with a total weight of 2380g or 2.38kg. This rig was mounted using the lens collar on the lens to attach to the GorillaPod. It was mounted and left standing for about 15 minutes. The GorillaPod was arranged in a tripod configuration. It was not wrapped around anything. The surface was clean, dry and completely level. Look, the GorillaPods are probably great for GoPros and iPhones, but I can't say I would ever put my DSLR back on this thing. Too bad I recycled the box on day 1, or this thing would be returned in a heartbeat. If you buy one, please be careful with your gear.;;Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2019;;1.0 out of 5 stars;;DO NOT BUY THIS IF YOU VALUE YOUR CAMERA;;Steve Jones