Joby Gorillapod Focus lack of stability

This video shows the lack of stability of the Joby Gorillapod Focus tripod. See the full review at http://www.newsimplifier.com

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• Gorillapod
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[ifelldownsomestairs]

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.

[newsimplifier]

@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]

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.

[tjeerdoo]

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 :)

[newsimplifier]

@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. :)

[joeyippel]

@newsimplifier get the Gorillapod SLR Zoom

[newsimplifier]

@joeyippel

Why? It's rated at a lower weight capacity than the focus!

[Hardwyre]

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.

[florinmldvn82ro]

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 :))

[mthomas12689]

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]

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....

[CamaraMountClamp]

Put That Strange thing back in the Dumpster that you found it in, lol.

[marcel911]

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.

[crazyaxe48]

That Tripod Is Made for a Mini Cam Dah !

[Robinhjartfors]

Just use a remote OR a timed shutter... And VOILA! Problem solved.