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

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

1.) Great tripod. Make sure you choose the right one for your type of camera.
Reviewed by: Pikey Houston, TX
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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. ;)

2.) fantastic addition to any camera
Reviewed by: K. Schmidt Tampa, FL
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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.


3.) Great travel tripod!
Reviewed by: Ravi Melaram
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I love this little guy! I take it with me everywhere I take my Nikon D5000! It's a quick way to stabilize your camera in a hurry without lugging around a full size tripod.

4.) This is the Cheese!!
Reviewed by: Middle Fork Giants Redmond, WA
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The Gorillapod GP2 is an outstanding piece of photo equipment. In fact, it is the only other thing I need besides a digital camera. I use a Canon G11, I leave the little attachment bracket on the camera all the time so the tripod is just a click away. Essentially, the gorillapod turns every tree, stick, rock or piece of furniture into a full-feature tripod. I find myself using a tripod more this way and getting better photographs. The bubble level is a nice add for making sure the horizon is always straight.Canon PowerShot G11 10MP Digital Camera with 5x Wide Angle Optical Stabilized Zoom and 2.8-inch articulating LCD

5.) Make Sure You Choose the Right Size and You'll Love It
Reviewed by: Susan Anderson MA United States
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As long as you make sure you get the right Gorillapod for your particular camera, you should love it. I didn't really want to spend this much money on a tripod, but now that I've been using it for a while I'm so glad I did.

I decided t get the GP2 because my camera is a bit heftier- it's the Nikon P90 and I knew the GP1 wouldn't be sturdy enough. The P90 isn't an SLR, but it does weigh 460 grams (16.2 oz.) without the battery.

The camera screws on nicely to the Gorillapod and then I can maneuver it however I choose. It's nice and sturdy and high-quality. It's not small, but small enough for me to throw in my purse if I need it on the go.

I never realized the importance of a tripod until I got the Gorillapod; my photos are so much sharper now and I can get lots of different views.

6.) Gorillapod is great
Reviewed by: Derrick Texas, United States
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The Gorillapod is incredibly useful. It is much beter than a small conventional tripod and grips to polls, fences, trees, benches, whatever. It is easy to tilt at any angle and holds very steady and strong.

The bottle cap pod, I have not yet used....the other tripod is so useful, I don't need it.

7.) Fantastic companion for my Canon SX1
Reviewed by: peacenwar North Carolina
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I purchased this Gorillapod with my new camera, a Canon SX1 IS. This camera is almost the size of a DSLR, being a megazoom, and this stand is excellent. The joints are stiff enough to hold most shapes, but not unweildy, and you can wrap them around things if that's your only option to get the shot.

It's also much smaller of course than a full tripod, so it's easy to throw into a camera bag (if it's not tiny) or even a cargo pants pocket.

Just be sure to get the right Gorillapod for your camera. There's several sizes, and the smallest will certainly not work if you've got a big DSLR with a telephoto or anything like that.

8.) Contortionist
Reviewed by: R. B. Glenn Rockledge, FL
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really easy to use...allows you to use almost anything to mount or anchor your camera...i wish the base were a little smaller (just the thickness of a camera base) and that the head have a lock to keep it from tilting or swivel once positioned...still very happy with it...

9.) Very versatile tripod
Reviewed by: TDamme Missouri, USA
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I've only used this as a tripod once. I usually end up wrapping its arms around something high to get overhead shots with my Zoom Q3. It also puts the microphone in a great spot for capturing great audio.

10.) I Love, love , love it!
Reviewed by: H. MacKenzie
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The most versatile tripod I own. Great for my cybershot camera and so light and compact to carry everywhere.

11.) Get the right size and it works
Reviewed by: Amateur Historian Pennsylvania
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Get the right size for your camera and it works. There are several different models of the Joby. Make sure you gt the right one.

12.) GORILLAPOD W/ BUBBLE LEVEL
Reviewed by: RIPO
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GREAT BUY, DELIVERED PROMPTLY, THE BUBBLE LEVEL WORKS GREAT, VERY STABLE AND STRONG FOR MY CANON G11, BIGGER THAN I THOUGHT. OTHER THAN THAT.... AWESOME =)

13.) One sweet little tripod
Reviewed by: D. M. Garland Chatham, IL
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Due to a medical condition, I can no longer hold a camera steady for anything but flash photography so I went on a search for a convenient tripod. After searching out a number of options I chose the GP2-Gorillapod. I chose the GP2 because I prefer an SLR-style digital as the shirt pocket digital cameras are too small for me to grip properly and the GP1 model wasn't sturdy enough for a heavier digital.
I've used the tripod for about a month now and it has become an essential piece of my photography tool kit. It is small and light enough to carry along without weighing me down like a full sized tripod does and it will give you a solid rest on just about any surface but a flat table top [Due to the many joints in the legs, getting it to sit up straight on a flat surface is quite a chore]. The quick release device is one of the best features of the tripod. The part that affixes to the camera is unobtrusive and does not interfere with hand holding the camera and yet makes switching to the tripod a lightning fast operation and it provides a solid connection to the tripod. The included level bubble is a great feature.
If you are looking for a light and easy tripod that can give you a solid base for long exposures over a variety of surfaces, you can't beat the Gorillapod and the folks at Joby build a quality product so I recommend this brand.

14.) Just what I needed!
Reviewed by: D. Jane Alexander
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One of the easiest things you can do to improve your photo quality is to use a tripod. For non moving subjects you can set your ISO to its lowest setting, set your aperture and let the camera choose whatever shutter speed it needs to get a properly exposed shot. You'll get crisply sharp, low noise images especially if you use your camera's built in timer or a cable or remote shutter release. I get tired of carrying around a large tripod or monopod and it seems like overkill anyway if you are using a point and shoot . . . so I recently tried out the Joby GP2-D1EN Gorillapod and love it! I'm using it with a Canon G11 and this size gorillapod is perfect with this camera. In fact, I like it so much I'm purchasing a larger size for my DSLR. I'm uploading a collage of three photos showing the Canon G11 on this model Gorillapod so check out the customer uploaded product images to see how the combination looks.

15.) Great tripod
Reviewed by: BoardrGrl Albuquerque, New Mexico United States
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I have never used a Gorillapod, so I wasn't sure what to expect. This is very versatile. It clings to most everything. With a longer lens, I just moved the legs a little and it was very stable. This one has a bubble level, so I wasn't worried about getting crooked photos.

16.) Very useful for non-flat surfaces!
Reviewed by: P10 Las Vegas, Nevada United States
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This product is very useful to take pictures whenever were you stay! It's not an excuse to say "we don't have where tu put the camera!" again...just use this tripod and all your problems will be resolve...good luck!

17.) Exactly as shown
Reviewed by: Kat Turner MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA, US
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Haven't actually used this item yet, but when you order something online, it's a relief just to receive what you thought you were ordering!

18.) Gorilla Grip
Reviewed by: shapeshifter Portland, OR
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I love these funky tripods for quick shots that require a steady tripod. They don't replace the functionality of a full-size tripod with swivel-head adjustments but are great to carry around in your bag to use out in the wilderness or in the city. I use them all the time for impromptu long-exposure shots at parties, shows etc. I have yet to mount my DSLR on the larger gorilla-pod but am confident that it has enough strength to hold it steady. Great for slave flashes too with the available adapter.

19.) Terrible for tables, AMAZING for anywhere else!!
Reviewed by: S. Champagne
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Ok, as i said in the title, this is a terrible tripod, and it is almost impossible to get the legs perfectly straight, but this is the best possible tripod for anywhere else. they joby crew ARE NOT exaggerating this fact! i have tried freaking everything, and if you get the feel for how to mount it, it can be mounted anywhere, and ive found that if you mount it right, you can get it to hold alot more than advertised.

if you have a larger point and shoot camera (you cant take the lens off) this is the perfect tripod for you, i would not go lower because you are losing versatility and strength.

however, if you have a dslr and no zooms over like 100mm, this can also work, but i'd go up to the slr zoom because it is amazingly more versatile for bigger and heavier cameras. i have this one right now, and i love it!!

I actually want to get 2 of the larger models, just so i can take the leg segments from one and make the other even bigger for more versatility. this is also a must have for any nature photographer who hates unfolding tripods.

Once again, these things mount on anything, i havent found a way for them not to!

20.) Misunderstood Bottle cap tripod
Reviewed by: Bill Coleman
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when i purchased this item, they was it was presented i thought that the bottle cap tripod went with the Gorillapod but it actually just goes on top of a bottle of water. my mistake...but i love the Gorillapod.

21.) Very light duty, but very versatile. It is what it is.
Reviewed by: Berk Bowelsong, NJ
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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

22.) does a good, not great job
Reviewed by: spf39 Sierra Madre, CA United States
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Pros:
very light and portable
supports P&S's easily; will work with a light DSLR and small zoom if the angle is not too extreme
Will allow perspectives unavailable/unattainable with conventional tripods and mini fixed leg tripods

Cons:
legs are kinda fiddly, you'll have to adjust the legs many times because as you move the camera to compose the shot the legs will loosen.
Make sure your legs are FIRMLY wrapped around SMOOTH objects, O/W the whole rig may SLOWLY rotate or slip

OVERALL:
reasonably priced camera accessory which will do things you can't O/W do; small, flexible and light enough to carry along in a large pocket or jammed into a crowded bag

23.) Not strong enough for Nikon D90 with 18-105mm lens
Reviewed by: Shopper San Francisco
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This Gorillapod should be able to hold the weight of a Nikon D90 with 18-105mm lens...but it doesn't! The camera will slowly tip over in a matter of seconds. And although the bubble level is a great idea, the threads don't align with the camera, so the level is not at the back where it should be. The level is basically useless when it's off to the side where you can't see it!

In general I love Gorillapods...I have a little one for my point-and-shoot which does its job perfectly! So if you have a lighter camera and don't need the bubble level, I'd still recommend a Gorillapod.

24.) Gorillapod Review
Reviewed by: High Pockets Prairie City, IA
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This item would have benefited with a swivel mount for the camera. This would have made it much easier to level the camera.

25.) gorillapod SLR
Reviewed by: Beverly Bishop
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Joby GP2-D1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod for Digital SLR Cameras with Bubble Level

It was too large so I returned it. I bought the smaller Joby GP1-D1EN Gorillapod Flexible Tripod (Grey) by Joby none SLR instead.






26.) Good
Reviewed by: Ovais Sheikh
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The tripod is good but is not what I expected it to be. May be I should have gone for the next higher quality model.

27.) Make sure your camera isn't too heavy!
Reviewed by: G. Tang
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We purchased this tripod for out Nikon D5000 fitted with a 18-200mm lens. The weight of the lens was too heavy for this particular tripod, causing the entire camera/tripod unit to keel over. Luckily, we tested it out on a table top at home rather than out in the field. We did not notice any weight/lens restriction in the packaging or amazon description which might have warned us about this.

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

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.

1.) Camera Sold Seperately;
2.) A lock ring provides extra security to ensure your camera is safely attached;
3.) Slim-line quick-release clip with bubble level;
4.) Rubberized ring and foot grips provide enhanced stability on difficult terrain;
5.) Over two dozen leg joints bend and rotate 360°;

Package Height x Length x Width: 10.6 in. x 10.6 in. x 2.2 in.
Package Weight: 0.4 lbs.

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