Trek-Tech T-Pod

by Trek

Product Details

• Item Weight: 13.1 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B002BINFDI
• Item model number: T-Pod
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 18, 2005

Product Description

The Trek-Tech T'Pod Table-Top Tripod is a table-top sized tripod. The T'Pod deploys instantly with the use of its unique magnetic MagConnect system. The T'Pods components fold up and fit into a compact 3.5 x 1.5 x 8.5" carrying case. The MagConnect allows the extension column to be attached instantly. In addition, the T'Pod also incorporates an innovative quick-release mount-demount system called the MagMount. The MagMount is an industry-first magnetic quick-release camera and optical device ballhead. It provides for the instant attachment of almost any camera, spotting scope, or other device that is mounted via the industry standard 1/4"-20 threaded mounting system. It comes supplied with two plates: Extra light LF (silver) and heavy force HG (black) Mag Adaptors, so that all camera and optical devices are ready for instant attachment to the MagMount.

Highlights of this item:

• Telescoping 2-section column
• Folded Length: 3.5 x 1.5 x 8.5" (8.9 x 3.8 x 21.6 cm) [disassembled, packable size]
• Load Capacity: 9 lbs (4 kg)
• Leg Sections: 1
• Male Thread Size: 1/4"-20
• Weight: 13 oz (370 g)

Item Includes:

• MagMount Head
• HF (heavy force) Quick Release Plate
• LF (heavy force) Quick Release Plate
• Extension Column
• Carrying Case

Minimum Height:

• 3.75" (9.5 cm)

Maximum Height:

• 13.5" (34.2 cm)

Specs:

• UPC: 0689076067416
• Model Number: 00131

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent!!!, June 30, 2011

By 

Steven I. Pidan - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Trek-Tech T-Pod (Electronics)

I was skeptical to purchase this because of it's low price and unique design. I can safely say that my fears are gone. This thing is built like a tank. From the packaging to construction quality to design, this things screams quality. It easily holds up my 7D with battery pack, 2 batteries, 320 Ex flash and 24-105L lens. A great buy for a small package and a small price. I will now be looking at their full size tripod. This is the best camera accessory under $20 I have ever purchased.

1.0 out of 5 stars Poor ball head screw, December 7, 2011

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Aussie - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Trek-Tech T-Pod (Electronics)

Unimpressed with this item.
Poor screw tightening on ball head screw. Pro version with lever action tightening might be better but I have wasted my money on this Trek-Tech T-Pod.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Versatile Product, September 16, 2011

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TRM - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Trek-Tech T-Pod (Electronics)

I am impressed with the quality of the T-Pod. I am using mine as a stabilizer with a Canon HV20 camcorder with a heavy wide angle lens. I wasn't sure if this was going to work since the website is more focused on HDSLR cameras; but not an issue at all. The camera fits nicely on the T-Pod and when used as a tripod it is very stable.