Pedco UltraPod II Lightweight Camera Tripod

by PEDCO

Product Features

• Lightweight and compact tripod with fold-out legs and non-slip vinyl feet
• Position camera at any angle with U-ball and socket mount assembly
• D-ring Velcro cinch strap secures tripod to posts, tree limbs, railings, pack frames, or any sturdy object
• Use with medium format and 35-millimeter cameras with larger lenses, camcorders, or optic scopes
• Weighs four ounces; folds down to seven inches for easy packing; lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects

Product Description

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The UltraPod II from Pedco from Pedco is a lightweight and compact tripod built with durability and go-anywhere convenience for demanding photographers. Designed for use with camcorders, spotting scopes, medium format cameras, and 35-millimeter cameras with larger lenses, the UltraPod II is constructed from molded fiberglass reinforced nylon with aluminum threaded components. A larger version of the UltraPod I, the UltraPod II can support up to six pounds securely. With three fold out legs and non-slip vinyl feet, the tripod provides a stable platform on any relatively flat surface--or--it can be attached securely to a fence, rail, or tree with its D-ring Velcro cinch strap. The UltraPod II's unique ball and socket mount assembly allow you to position the camera at any angle--granting access to otherwise tough to capture shots. Weighing in at four ounces and measuring seven inches folded, the UltraPod II can fit into a camera bag or pack without adding excessive weight or bulk. With a lifetime warranty from Pedco against manufacturer's defects, the UltraPod II is built for years of use.

Features and Specifications:

• Fits any camera with a tripod socket
• Position camera at any angle with ball and socket mount assembly
• Molded from black nylon resin with aluminum threaded components
• Fold-out legs with non-slip vinyl feet
• D-ring Velcro cinch strap
• Maximum Safe Load: 6 pounds
• Pan Adjustment: 360 degrees
• Tilt Adjustment: +/- 90 degrees
• Angular Adjustment: +/- 20 degrees
• Folded dimensions: 7 by 2 by 2 inches
• Weight: 4.2 ounces
• Lifetime warranty against manufacturer's defects

Optional Accessory:
The UltraPod II can be used with Pedco's Strap Extender (sold separately). Adding the strap extender allows the UltraPod II to fit around larger objects.

Product Description

The UltraPod II is a larger version of the popular UltraPod I and is an excellent platform for camcorders, spotting scopes, medium format cameras, and 35 mm cameras with larger lenses. The UltraPod II is made of high quality glass-filled Nylon and aluminum threaded components ready to provide years of support for the most demanding photographer. The system can stand on fold-out, no-slip feet, or attach to solid objects with a Velcro strap. A unique ball and socket camera mount assembly adjusts to multiple positions quickly and easily. Swiftly folds to a compact 7” packages and weighs only 4 oz.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7 x 2 x 2 inches ; 4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B000ANCPNM
• Item model number: P-UP2-BK-STD
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,302 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #24 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Tripods & Monopods > Complete Tripod Units

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Next best thing to a tripod., March 2, 2006

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Kort "Art, Music, Book & Movie Enthusiast" (Boca Raton, FL, United States) - See all my reviews
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While it cannot replace a tripod, the small and easily portable UltraPod II can fold up to fit in your pocket and goes just about anywhere. When you need stablity for that long exposure or want to get yourself in the photo, this little bad boy is just the ticket. You can bring it into places they don't normally allow tripods, and the velcro strap lets you attach it to fences or trees for more point of view options.

For the price, it is truly a great deal. I humbly think every serious photographer, amerature or pro, should have one.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars VERY VERSATILE AND VERY STABLE, April 11, 2008

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B. Herder "YouTube: bradtube1" (Pittsfield, MA) - See all my reviews
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I bought this because my Gorilla Pod was too flimsy to hold my Canon Powershot TX1 camera.

I really like this tripod. It is very light, holds your camera very securely. It has nice long legs for added stability, but they aren't too long and can fit into a pocket easily.

The double-elbowed ball-top allows for a huge variety of different positions to mount your camera so it's level, no matter what surface you put it on. No adjusting leg lengths or anything.

The velcro strap can be used to strap this on to a variety of things, like branches or sign posts, etc... And with the swivelling ball elbows, you can actually use this with your tripod strapped onto a vertical or horizontal branch or post. Depending on how you use it, you might have to mount it on the side of the sign post, just experiment a little and you'll get it.

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ideal for travel, December 29, 2006

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Miguel Lescano Cornejo (Guayaquil, Ecuador) - See all my reviews
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When I ordered this tripod, I though it would be flimsy, since it's made of plastic... but it is quite sturdy, actually. Get this one instead of the original Ultrapod, which is not as stable. I've used this with my Canon A75 and Canon A630, and I can put them in portrait mode without any problems. By the way, if you're going to use this on the floor, better get yourself a camera with a vari-angle LCD!

It's quite a pity that this tripod is not available directly here. But you can do a web search to find it.