Flexpod Flexible Tripod

by SUNPAK

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000JC8WYA
• Item model number: 620-FLEXPOD
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank:
  • #32 in Electronics > Camera & Photo > Tripods & Monopods > Complete Tripod Units
• Date first available at Amazon.com: November 11, 2006

Product Description

The Flexpod looks more like the Joby GorillaPod Original because its main color is black, and offers different trim colors.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

30 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars dont waste your money, November 10, 2008

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jd "JD" (nyc,United States) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Flexpod Flexible Tripod (Electronics)

If you want a gorrillapod...get a gorillapod. don't go cheap and get this, it's absolutely horrible. got one, opened it, went to adjust the legs right out of the package and it broke. no camera, no stress, just broke.

not worth it

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Similar to Gorillapod, March 5, 2009

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David L. Spahr - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Flexpod Flexible Tripod (Electronics)

This is an acceptable product. I own a Gorillapod and the two products look almost identical. The Sunpak tripod legs are not quite as stiff. I am going to use it mostly for supporting an auxiliary flash outdoors in the woods for macro work. I would not try putting a heavy camera on it. It is much less expensive though so actually a good deal for the proper usage.

21 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars does the job, March 11, 2007

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M. Tsang "dukebb1515" - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Flexpod Flexible Tripod (Electronics)

I was looking for a tabletop tripod for my DSLR but everything out there was just too flimsy. I needed something small, lightweight, and sturdy so I could carry it in my camera bag. So far I'm pleased with what this weird looking thing can do.

Pros:
1. Very light but strong enough to hold up my DSLR. (struggles with a heavier lens, but can be positioned to compensate for weight)
2. Stable when set up properly. (Easily positioned)
3. Easily attached to random objects to take pictures.
4. Price
5. Works as a standard tabletop tripod for any travel night shots.
6. Stays still for long exposures.

Cons:
1. Non-adjustable height.
2. Head rotation ability is not great if you want to take a vertical picture.


Overall, I suggest this for someone who is traveling and doesn't want to take a tripod (even the travel size ones). This is easily set up on any table and can easily fit in your camera bag or backpack. A tripod is a necessity for night exposures so this is a great investment if you're looking for something that won't break the bank. On the otherhand, if not traveling, then I suggest buying a proper tripod.