Joby GP2-D1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod for Digital SLR Cameras with Bubble Level

by Joby

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 2 x 2 inches ; 5.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B001QVUEFI
• Item model number: GP2-D1EN
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (27 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Product Description

The Joby GP2-D1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod is designed for Digital SLR Cameras and it comes with a bubble to help you level your picture.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

83 of 83 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great tripod. Make sure you choose the right one for your type of camera., September 17, 2009

By	Mickey O'Neill "Pikey" (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews

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I don't agree with the negative review about this tripod, because the wrong size was chosen by the buyer. There are different sizes of Gorillapods for different sizes of cameras and lenses. This one is specified for smaller cameras, and for that purpose it works great (at least for me it does). My advice: before you buy andy Gorillapod, check on Joby's website which one's right for the type of camera and lens you have, and then you can come back to buy it cheaper @ Amazon. ;)

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic addition to any camera, November 25, 2009

By	K. Schmidt (Tampa, FL) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I originally got the smaller Joby tripod for my Sony digital camera(wx1), and returned it for this version. It was just too small for my needs. This is the perfect size to be able to carry with you wherever you go. It wraps around mostly anything, easy to stow, very stable, and made of high quality. The addition of the bubble level is great also. I really couldn't ask for more.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Very light duty, but very versatile. It is what it is., June 17, 2010

By	Mumblin' Berk "Berk" (Bowelsong, NJ) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Joby GP2-D1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod for Digital SLR Cameras with Bubble Level (Electronics)

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