I am thinking that this is NOT the best tripod for a big heavy full frame camera with a battery pack and a huge lens....but for a crop sensor type and a medium lens...I think it would probably work great.... I just bought one for my 60D and I think it will be a good addition to my bag...
I think the test is valid to a certain extent; but this tripod is not known for it's incredible stability but rather it portability and flexibility of use. That being said...one reason you get more giggle is because the legs are bowed out instead of straight...this provides the little wiggle...if you want more stability you need to straighten the legs....
I see the problem here. You have some idiot flicking your camera lens. I think if you got rid of him the camera would remain steady. 0:03 if you're quick you can pause it and see his arm.
I don't get all the hate. I came here when I googled 'gorillapod stability' because, shock, I was wondering how stable it was, and lo and behold I got a perfect answer. I'm sure I'd still be able to use one to put my flash on strange places, or to mount my camera on my bike, but for long exposure it seems there are better alternatives out there.
I think it's mostly an emotional attachment folks get to their gear and can't hear anything negative no matter how factual it is. I agree though... There are certain situations which the gorillapod is perfectly well suited for. It didn't suit my needs and I ended up replacing it with a Novoflex minipod. Much more expensive but very stable. I'm actually selling it now since I don't have a need for it any longer.
Remotes and timers? Not really. The problem is that it's so unstable that even the mirror/shutter will make a slight vibration to the camera. Also, just a small gust of wind will shake the camera. The video just shows the overall instability.
Yeah, it should work great for that. It has its purpose and works for that perfectly, but not for pro DSLRs and long exposures, which is what I wanted to do. Enjoy. :)
Yep. I do that (timer function). Problem is when it was windy, the camera would shake. Also, the shutter can have some effect on camera shake as well. I'm using a Manfrotto full size tripod, or a Novoflex minipod now. The Novoflex is extremely stable compared to the Gorillapod.
And pocket cameras are not intended for shooting pro sporting events professionally. Why don't they point these things out? Oh and Plastic forks are not intended for brian surgery, satellite repair, or restoring priceless oil paintings, and not one warning... odd.
No need to get emotional (or 'try' to be funny). If you're saying that this is the plastic fork of tripods, then I guess I'd agree. This thing is not stable at anywhere near 5Kg as the manufacturer claims. Bottom line is that it's not useful for long exposures. For mounting a camera around a pole or a branch....OK, I can see that, but better keep the exposure short.
Really? Are you that petty? It is absolutely amazing for WHAT IT WAS INTENDED FOR. They never claimed that it was as stable as a traditional tripod, but you try wrapping your tripod around a branch.
I'm a bit surprised someone would make such a comment, but.... I tend to do long exposures, for which a GorillaPod is not suited for at all. I agree that they are great if you want to tie them to a tree or pole (as long as your keeping exposures short). As far as what they claim their tripods to be, it would be nice if they would show what they are suited for and 'not' suited for. I wouldn't be "petty" if the camera wasn't. :)
As you can see from the video the lack of stability is given by the "transformable legs". If you will wrap the legs around something then the effect will be less diminished because the weight center is closer to the contact point. I don't have one of those but I believe they're more of a gadget then a real tripod. Another thing is that if I want to frame a nice a landscape using this tripod,I will always have to look for a tree :))
@florinmldvn82ro I absolutely agree. The multiple sections in the legs are the cause of the instability, so it's rather useless for me since I use it mostly on the ground or other platforms. I ended up with a Novoflex MiniPod and it's much more solid.
@newsimplifier agree i will say i have the slr zoom, ya its not going to be as sturdy as a real tripod, this is more for creative views where u dont want to carry a big tripod and dont have someone to take pics/videos of u, so great to wrap around trees and poles or places u just dont want to use a reg tripod, but if u like to get a up in creative spots like a tree looking down its a must have.
@florinmldvn82ro True that it isn't very stable, but it doesn't have to be, unless you are going to be touching the camera while taking pictures, and even then it is more stable than shooting without it.
The idea is, at least I think, that you put it down and let your camera take pictures using remote or timers.
Alex: Spreading the legs does nothing to reduce those vibrations. The camera shakes in light winds as well as when the shutter goes off.
Adam: It all depends on what you'll use this for. If you're using it with a light DSLR, then it should be fine. But once you go with a heavier pro setup and larger lens then it won't keep things stable (although it claims it will). If you're shooting long exposures, you will notice this. If not, then you'll be fine. It doesn't replace a tripod.
its kinda made to be transportable not like a block of stone this seems like this is the only video with a complaint i guess you cant please everyone so im going to buy a couple of those!
I am thinking that this is NOT the best tripod for a big heavy full frame camera with a battery pack and a huge lens....but for a crop sensor type and a medium lens...I think it would probably work great.... I just bought one for my 60D and I think it will be a good addition to my bag...
mthomas12689 5 days ago
I think the test is valid to a certain extent; but this tripod is not known for it's incredible stability but rather it portability and flexibility of use. That being said...one reason you get more giggle is because the legs are bowed out instead of straight...this provides the little wiggle...if you want more stability you need to straighten the legs....
mthomas12689 5 days ago
Put That Strange thing back in the Dumpster that you found it in, lol.
CamaraMountClamp 1 week ago
I see the problem here. You have some idiot flicking your camera lens. I think if you got rid of him the camera would remain steady. 0:03 if you're quick you can pause it and see his arm.
marcel911 4 weeks ago
That Tripod Is Made for a Mini Cam Dah !
crazyaxe48 1 month ago
I don't get all the hate. I came here when I googled 'gorillapod stability' because, shock, I was wondering how stable it was, and lo and behold I got a perfect answer. I'm sure I'd still be able to use one to put my flash on strange places, or to mount my camera on my bike, but for long exposure it seems there are better alternatives out there.
ifelldownsomestairs 1 month ago
@ifelldownsomestairs
I think it's mostly an emotional attachment folks get to their gear and can't hear anything negative no matter how factual it is. I agree though... There are certain situations which the gorillapod is perfectly well suited for. It didn't suit my needs and I ended up replacing it with a Novoflex minipod. Much more expensive but very stable. I'm actually selling it now since I don't have a need for it any longer.
newsimplifier 1 month ago
Remotes and timers? Not really. The problem is that it's so unstable that even the mirror/shutter will make a slight vibration to the camera. Also, just a small gust of wind will shake the camera. The video just shows the overall instability.
newsimplifier 1 month ago
Just use a remote OR a timed shutter... And VOILA! Problem solved.
Robinhjartfors 2 months ago
okay, i get your point....heavy equipment needs a good tripod ;)
I ordered a gorrilapod (not for using it with my slr) for a cheap ass HD cam I bought...gonna try it on my scooter tomorow :)
tjeerdoo 1 year ago
@tjeerdoo
Yeah, it should work great for that. It has its purpose and works for that perfectly, but not for pro DSLRs and long exposures, which is what I wanted to do. Enjoy. :)
newsimplifier 1 year ago
@newsimplifier get the Gorillapod SLR Zoom
joeyippel 1 year ago
@joeyippel
Why? It's rated at a lower weight capacity than the focus!
newsimplifier 1 year ago
why no shoot with a remote or the delay function on ...?
tjeerdoo 1 year ago 2
@tjeerdoo
Yep. I do that (timer function). Problem is when it was windy, the camera would shake. Also, the shutter can have some effect on camera shake as well. I'm using a Manfrotto full size tripod, or a Novoflex minipod now. The Novoflex is extremely stable compared to the Gorillapod.
newsimplifier 1 year ago
And pocket cameras are not intended for shooting pro sporting events professionally. Why don't they point these things out? Oh and Plastic forks are not intended for brian surgery, satellite repair, or restoring priceless oil paintings, and not one warning... odd.
TexPhoto 1 year ago
@TexPhoto
No need to get emotional (or 'try' to be funny). If you're saying that this is the plastic fork of tripods, then I guess I'd agree. This thing is not stable at anywhere near 5Kg as the manufacturer claims. Bottom line is that it's not useful for long exposures. For mounting a camera around a pole or a branch....OK, I can see that, but better keep the exposure short.
newsimplifier 1 year ago
you HOM-o ur gonna hold ur camera for ur pic ne way and its going to be still
TYZZL26 1 year ago
Really? Are you that petty? It is absolutely amazing for WHAT IT WAS INTENDED FOR. They never claimed that it was as stable as a traditional tripod, but you try wrapping your tripod around a branch.
Hardwyre 1 year ago 12
@Hardwyre
I'm a bit surprised someone would make such a comment, but.... I tend to do long exposures, for which a GorillaPod is not suited for at all. I agree that they are great if you want to tie them to a tree or pole (as long as your keeping exposures short). As far as what they claim their tripods to be, it would be nice if they would show what they are suited for and 'not' suited for. I wouldn't be "petty" if the camera wasn't. :)
newsimplifier 1 year ago
@newsimplifier mate your using a big camera and its small :)
cjb512 1 year ago
I have them with me every day.
There more suited for pocket camera's, like my ZS3.
You could configure it lower so DSLR lens rests on one of the legs like a knee rest under lens.
Sometimes we are caught w/o our pro Manfrotto's.
Philscbx 1 year ago
The more you keep the legs straight like a real tripod, the less it will do this, but no, it is not the same as a sturdy stiff legged tripod.
Bradrex1 1 year ago
As you can see from the video the lack of stability is given by the "transformable legs". If you will wrap the legs around something then the effect will be less diminished because the weight center is closer to the contact point. I don't have one of those but I believe they're more of a gadget then a real tripod. Another thing is that if I want to frame a nice a landscape using this tripod,I will always have to look for a tree :))
florinmldvn82ro 1 year ago 6
@florinmldvn82ro I absolutely agree. The multiple sections in the legs are the cause of the instability, so it's rather useless for me since I use it mostly on the ground or other platforms. I ended up with a Novoflex MiniPod and it's much more solid.
newsimplifier 1 year ago
@newsimplifier agree i will say i have the slr zoom, ya its not going to be as sturdy as a real tripod, this is more for creative views where u dont want to carry a big tripod and dont have someone to take pics/videos of u, so great to wrap around trees and poles or places u just dont want to use a reg tripod, but if u like to get a up in creative spots like a tree looking down its a must have.
kamshaft83 1 year ago
@florinmldvn82ro True that it isn't very stable, but it doesn't have to be, unless you are going to be touching the camera while taking pictures, and even then it is more stable than shooting without it.
The idea is, at least I think, that you put it down and let your camera take pictures using remote or timers.
teamdrunkenclam 1 year ago
Alex: Spreading the legs does nothing to reduce those vibrations. The camera shakes in light winds as well as when the shutter goes off.
Adam: It all depends on what you'll use this for. If you're using it with a light DSLR, then it should be fine. But once you go with a heavier pro setup and larger lens then it won't keep things stable (although it claims it will). If you're shooting long exposures, you will notice this. If not, then you'll be fine. It doesn't replace a tripod.
newsimplifier 1 year ago
its kinda made to be transportable not like a block of stone this seems like this is the only video with a complaint i guess you cant please everyone so im going to buy a couple of those!
AdamCunningham20 1 year ago
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AdamCunningham20 1 year ago
Try spreading the legs out a little bit, may increase stability.
AlexDeMars123 1 year ago