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Style: Tripod with Bubble Level
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Start your picture-taking adventure with the super-adaptable GorillaPod SLR. Ready to attach at a moment’s notice, the flexible, wrappable legs of the GorillaPod SLR allow you to set up the perfect shot quickly for your for your hybrid or micro four thirds camera. The always-on quick release plate makes connecting your camera simple as it easily clicks into place. The compact tripod allows for better picture taking opportunities whether it is perched high up in a tree or perfectly still for a long exposure image.
Stabilize your camera anywhere
Flexible tripod adapts easily allowing you to quickly and securely place your camera at virtually any angle
Firm grip anywhere
Rubberized ring and foot grips enhance stability on difficult terrain
Quick setup for the perfect shot
Slim-line, always-on quick-release clip with bubble level snaps into the GorillaPod for instant setup and perfectly level shots every time
Secure your camera
Lock ring provides extra security to ensure your camera is safely attached
No angle is out of the question
Over two dozen leg joints bend and rotate 360° opening up previously impossible positions
GorillaPod SLR Accessories
Flash Shoe Clip
Attach your remote flash unit to the GorillaPod SLR to get great lighting from any angle!
Extra Clips
Get a slim-line quick-release clip that lets you take perfectly level pictures every time!
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| Supports | Point and shoot cameras and pocket camcorders up to 11.5 oz (325g) | Point and shoot cameras and pocket camcorders up to 11.5 oz (325g) | Point and shoot cameras and pocket camcorders up to 11.5 oz (325g) | Lightweight hybrid cameras, flashes and camcorders up to 1.75 lbs (800g) | Pro-sumer SLR cameras with zoom lenses, camcorders up to 6.6 lbs (3kg) | SLR cameras with zoom lenses, camcorders up to 11 lbs (5kg) |
| Dimensions | 5.9 x 1.2 x 1.2 inches | 5.9 x 1.2 x 1.2 inches | 7.2 x 1.2 x 1.2 inches | 9.8 x 2 x 2 inches | 9.8 x 2.4 x 2.4 inches | 11.4 x 3.6 x 3.6 inches |
| Weight | 1.6 oz | 1.6 oz | 2.8 oz | 5.8 oz | 8.5 oz | 1.1 lbs |
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Product Description
The JOBY GP2-A1EN Gorillapod SLR features sturdy prehensile legs that help you get a steady shot in virtually any environment. Its compact size means it can go anywhere and everywhere, and the quick-release plate makes setup a snap. Whether you're shooting time-lapse photos with your SLR or capturing videos with your camcorder, the JOBY GP2-A1EN Gorillapod SLR is the perfect companion to your next great adventure.
Customer Reviews
Most Helpful Customer Reviews
107 of 110 people found the following review helpful
Style Name:Tripod with Bubble Level|Amazon Verified Purchase
Over-all, I like this product, and it's working well for me, immediately.
However, I take these product evaluations seriously, so there are some things a prospective buyer should know:
It may be a tad "ambitious" to name this the "SLR" version.
Personally, I would not use this on an SLR, unless you have a really light and cheap one.
Do yourself a favor, if you want this kind of tripod, and plan to use it on an SLR, get the next model up. The "SLR ZOOM",
whether you're using a long lens or not.
This one is appropriate for a "point-n-shoot". Very sturdy for that application.
I'm using it mainly with a Samsung TL500 which is a pretty heavy compact cam at close to 400g (just under a pound).
I wouldn't trust it with anything heavier.
It has one obvious problem, so lets get that out of the way.
I was amazed that the quick-mount plate is a loose and sloppy fit.
At the premium price Joby asks for it's product, I expect better.
The whole POINT of a tripod is to hold the camera firm and steady.
A wobbly mount plate is unforgivable. It guarantees that the cam will wiggle.
On the bright side, you just wrap the mount plate with a bit of blue "Painter's tape" to take up the slack, and it's good to go.
But one shouldn't have to do that.
(Painter's tape is the best stuff in the universe, I am never without it.)
Now for the good part:
It's very light, trim, and sturdy if used with light cam, and extremely versatile.
I'm not sure how long it's going to survive, (all plastic) but at least for now, it can really grab quite well onto things,
which gives me a lot more freedom, and lets me work FAST. I like that.
But here's a tip...
To help get steadier shots with long exposures (expecially on wobbly mount plates) if you don't have a remote or cable release, use the "timer" option.
Most cams have 2 second and 10 second self timer options. That's what the 2-second option is for. Just pressing the shutter button is enough to
vibrate the camera. Two seconds gives it time to calm down. Try it. You're images will come out sharp as a tack.
Scoring this was diffiult.
(AMAZON: we need HALF-point options please!)
I must knock off a full point for the loose mount plate. That's only fair.
Secondly, I'm really feeling obligated to bang another 1/2 point off for the price.
I appreciate design innovation, and Joby came to market with a good idea. But honestly, the item is over-priced by more than double, given the quality.
Mind you, I still recommend this product because of it's unique versatility.
Just be aware of it's issues, and it should work well for you.
-Berk
However, I take these product evaluations seriously, so there are some things a prospective buyer should know:
It may be a tad "ambitious" to name this the "SLR" version.
Personally, I would not use this on an SLR, unless you have a really light and cheap one.
Do yourself a favor, if you want this kind of tripod, and plan to use it on an SLR, get the next model up. The "SLR ZOOM",
whether you're using a long lens or not.
This one is appropriate for a "point-n-shoot". Very sturdy for that application.
I'm using it mainly with a Samsung TL500 which is a pretty heavy compact cam at close to 400g (just under a pound).
I wouldn't trust it with anything heavier.
It has one obvious problem, so lets get that out of the way.
I was amazed that the quick-mount plate is a loose and sloppy fit.
At the premium price Joby asks for it's product, I expect better.
The whole POINT of a tripod is to hold the camera firm and steady.
A wobbly mount plate is unforgivable. It guarantees that the cam will wiggle.
On the bright side, you just wrap the mount plate with a bit of blue "Painter's tape" to take up the slack, and it's good to go.
But one shouldn't have to do that.
(Painter's tape is the best stuff in the universe, I am never without it.)
Now for the good part:
It's very light, trim, and sturdy if used with light cam, and extremely versatile.
I'm not sure how long it's going to survive, (all plastic) but at least for now, it can really grab quite well onto things,
which gives me a lot more freedom, and lets me work FAST. I like that.
But here's a tip...
To help get steadier shots with long exposures (expecially on wobbly mount plates) if you don't have a remote or cable release, use the "timer" option.
Most cams have 2 second and 10 second self timer options. That's what the 2-second option is for. Just pressing the shutter button is enough to
vibrate the camera. Two seconds gives it time to calm down. Try it. You're images will come out sharp as a tack.
Scoring this was diffiult.
(AMAZON: we need HALF-point options please!)
I must knock off a full point for the loose mount plate. That's only fair.
Secondly, I'm really feeling obligated to bang another 1/2 point off for the price.
I appreciate design innovation, and Joby came to market with a good idea. But honestly, the item is over-priced by more than double, given the quality.
Mind you, I still recommend this product because of it's unique versatility.
Just be aware of it's issues, and it should work well for you.
-Berk
292 of 328 people found the following review helpful
By Lee Shaw
Style Name:Tripod
I have had my Gorillapod SLR for only a couple of days and have used it just once. I bought it for use with a Canon 300D with my 17-40mm lens. (Total weight on this setup is unofficially 2.6 lbs.--unfortunately appearing to be .1 lbs. over the maximum weight specified by Joby. But, for my purposes, I'm considering that close enough.) Given this weight, my heavier telephoto lens is out of the question. Of course, I knew that prior to my purchase.
Here are my initial thoughts/tips:
- Make sure you do not associate any of the regular Gorillapod's "demo" photos on Joby's website with the SLR version's--or at least pay close attention to the SLR "demo" photos. Specifically, around poles and trees, you will want the legs to wrap fully around the object. Anything less will lack the necessary strength/grip. This point is self-explanatory in the photos but I personally didn't examine them close enough and I did sort of mix "demo" photos in my mind when building my expectations. (Call me an idiot but I was slightly curious if the "Gorillapod-helmet" would work. It--perhaps obviously--will not. I don't think I'd even trust it with my Canon A610 digicam. :) But, I broke out a ski pole and the Gorillapod will definitely be secure on the thin pole. An aspen trunk? Maybe if it's a young tree. A swing set pole? Again, a thin one is likely to work.)
- The Gorillapod seems to have a "sweet spot"--in a traditional tripod stance--where it is just fine and seems perfect. Yet, a slight movement lower causes gravity to win the battle and pull the whole thing down in the middle. A movement in the opposite direction seems to make the Gorillapod unstable--too upright perhaps and ready to topple. If, in the future, Joby could implement some form of "parital leg lock," this issue could be solved.
- My next use of the Gorillapod will be for mountain summit photos and an accompanying hike this weekend. The Gorillapod's "feet" are pretty "sticky"--that is, they're basically like a no-slip Vibram sole. So, I think the Gorillapod will do just fine on 14ers/13ers and on lake rocks, boulder fields, etc.--especially in the traditional 3-leg tripod setup. Gorillapod competitors seem likely to struggle on uneven rocks so I'm feeling good about the Gorillapod in this use.
- I bought the Gorillapod because I thought it was the best option I have seen on the market for throwing in a Camelbak--be it for skiing, hiking, or biking. (My other tripod is a 7.2 lb. Gitzo. I've lugged it around on a hut trip and backpacking trip--sans a few leg sections to shave weight. The Gorillapod will suffice from now on, I believe.) When I took the Gorillapod out today for some shooting, I just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my shoulder. I walked to a park and didn't really even notice it. The Gorillapod really does weigh almost nothing.
- The Gorillapod makes a nice "monopod" when used with three legs straight down.
- My 22 month old son loves it. So, at worse, it's a great infant toy for improving motor skills.
- Don't worry about the Gorillapod's camera attachment. It's solid.
- I have a buddy with an Ultrapod. I bought the Gorillapod thinking I had way superior technology despite an over doubling of price. Turns out I probably have merely equivalent but cuter functionality. Also, that buddy has a Canon 10D. The Gorillapod only makes sense for Rebel users in Canon's digital SLR lineup--preferably users with the 18-55 kit lens.
In summary, I would call myself satisfied but not overjoyed. I think it is at least equivalent to the alternatives if not slightly better. But, it is not quite revolutionary. And, keep in mind, these are my first impressions following a single use of it. It didn't knock my socks off but I think I can make it work.
I give it a 4-star rating because I will also use it with my A610 digicam. It should be excellent with that camera when compared to the digicam Gorillapod. 3-stars is likely fitting for use with my SLR (given the sweet spot issue, 2.5 lb. limitation, and slightly elevated cost). But, 3-stars seems low. So, consider my rating a 3.5 and I'm rounding up.
Here are my initial thoughts/tips:
- Make sure you do not associate any of the regular Gorillapod's "demo" photos on Joby's website with the SLR version's--or at least pay close attention to the SLR "demo" photos. Specifically, around poles and trees, you will want the legs to wrap fully around the object. Anything less will lack the necessary strength/grip. This point is self-explanatory in the photos but I personally didn't examine them close enough and I did sort of mix "demo" photos in my mind when building my expectations. (Call me an idiot but I was slightly curious if the "Gorillapod-helmet" would work. It--perhaps obviously--will not. I don't think I'd even trust it with my Canon A610 digicam. :) But, I broke out a ski pole and the Gorillapod will definitely be secure on the thin pole. An aspen trunk? Maybe if it's a young tree. A swing set pole? Again, a thin one is likely to work.)
- The Gorillapod seems to have a "sweet spot"--in a traditional tripod stance--where it is just fine and seems perfect. Yet, a slight movement lower causes gravity to win the battle and pull the whole thing down in the middle. A movement in the opposite direction seems to make the Gorillapod unstable--too upright perhaps and ready to topple. If, in the future, Joby could implement some form of "parital leg lock," this issue could be solved.
- My next use of the Gorillapod will be for mountain summit photos and an accompanying hike this weekend. The Gorillapod's "feet" are pretty "sticky"--that is, they're basically like a no-slip Vibram sole. So, I think the Gorillapod will do just fine on 14ers/13ers and on lake rocks, boulder fields, etc.--especially in the traditional 3-leg tripod setup. Gorillapod competitors seem likely to struggle on uneven rocks so I'm feeling good about the Gorillapod in this use.
- I bought the Gorillapod because I thought it was the best option I have seen on the market for throwing in a Camelbak--be it for skiing, hiking, or biking. (My other tripod is a 7.2 lb. Gitzo. I've lugged it around on a hut trip and backpacking trip--sans a few leg sections to shave weight. The Gorillapod will suffice from now on, I believe.) When I took the Gorillapod out today for some shooting, I just put it on the camera and carried the camera with it on--the camera being on my shoulder. I walked to a park and didn't really even notice it. The Gorillapod really does weigh almost nothing.
- The Gorillapod makes a nice "monopod" when used with three legs straight down.
- My 22 month old son loves it. So, at worse, it's a great infant toy for improving motor skills.
- Don't worry about the Gorillapod's camera attachment. It's solid.
- I have a buddy with an Ultrapod. I bought the Gorillapod thinking I had way superior technology despite an over doubling of price. Turns out I probably have merely equivalent but cuter functionality. Also, that buddy has a Canon 10D. The Gorillapod only makes sense for Rebel users in Canon's digital SLR lineup--preferably users with the 18-55 kit lens.
In summary, I would call myself satisfied but not overjoyed. I think it is at least equivalent to the alternatives if not slightly better. But, it is not quite revolutionary. And, keep in mind, these are my first impressions following a single use of it. It didn't knock my socks off but I think I can make it work.
I give it a 4-star rating because I will also use it with my A610 digicam. It should be excellent with that camera when compared to the digicam Gorillapod. 3-stars is likely fitting for use with my SLR (given the sweet spot issue, 2.5 lb. limitation, and slightly elevated cost). But, 3-stars seems low. So, consider my rating a 3.5 and I'm rounding up.
34 of 37 people found the following review helpful
Style Name:Tripod|Amazon Verified Purchase
Joby GP2-01P Gorillapod (large model)
We've converted exclusively to digital, so the 1 kilo weight limitation is not an issue for my family's use. Since I'm generally the pack mule for the group, I like the size and weight. My primary uses are when we're at the family's ranch, when hunting or other "way out" areas that make carrying a "real" tripod less than optimal.
Comments from the previous reviewer indicated that he'd has some problems getting the 'pod to attach to larger diameter objects. I've used it out in the boonies to "grab" a large variety of goodies, rocks, tree stumps, ledges, even a telephone pole. My daughter has since made it her mission to attach the unit (w. camera) to everything she encounters. This has included light standards for street lights, all the variety of street sign poles (thick and thing), road markers
We've converted exclusively to digital, so the 1 kilo weight limitation is not an issue for my family's use. Since I'm generally the pack mule for the group, I like the size and weight. My primary uses are when we're at the family's ranch, when hunting or other "way out" areas that make carrying a "real" tripod less than optimal.
Comments from the previous reviewer indicated that he'd has some problems getting the 'pod to attach to larger diameter objects. I've used it out in the boonies to "grab" a large variety of goodies, rocks, tree stumps, ledges, even a telephone pole. My daughter has since made it her mission to attach the unit (w. camera) to everything she encounters. This has included light standards for street lights, all the variety of street sign poles (thick and thing), road markers
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
This thing is awesome
This is so great. I would recommend for anyone who is traveling and needs something to use as a tripod. I love how you can adjust the legs in any way you want or need. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Matthew Brubaker
3.0 out of 5 stars
loose joints?
Good but not durable. I bought one of these gorillapods a little over 18 months ago, for use on a vacation. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Zanzarista
5.0 out of 5 stars
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I just love my gorilla pod! What a clever clever product. It's so handy, lightweight and can be shaped in just about any way possible.
Published 4 months ago by Pam L
4.0 out of 5 stars
Convenient
Easy to carry around a sturdy enough for a real camera. Won't hold a candle to a real tripod but it is so small and light you have no reason not to carry it in your camera bag.
Published 4 months ago by Hayward
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good.
The tripod is good, we use it sometimes to take our pics instead of trying to find a spot to keep the camera for timer mode. Read more
Published 4 months ago by EnKay
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great design
This little tripod is great. It packs easily in a suitcase or carry on bag. It's flexible but strong, and holds the weight of all kinds of cameras without toppling over or... Read more
Published 4 months ago by steph
5.0 out of 5 stars
Holds a Nikon DSLR effortlessly
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Published 5 months ago by reed4817
5.0 out of 5 stars
nice tripod
fits my DSLR perfectly, supports it, it is easy to bend the legs for different angles. Small enough and doesn't weight much, easy to taking hiking.
Published 5 months ago by K. Ashcraft
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not sturdy enough
I love the idea of this tripod! The point-and-shoot version works great, but for my Canon Rebel with a heavy lens it is a total no-go. It just can't handle the weight. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Angie McCullagh
5.0 out of 5 stars
PERFECT
PRETTY MUCH FITS ANYWHERE I NEED IT TO! I OWN A D5100 SO WEIGHT IS 600g. SO WORKS PERFECTLY! PREVIOUS REVIEWER HAD ISSUES WITH THE EASY OFF/ON RELEASE SAYING IT WAS WEAK, I HAVE... Read more
Published 8 months ago by yoyo2369
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