New GorillaPod for Hefty Cameras at DVinfo.net

Julian Frost · September 24th, 2008, 09:35 AM

Saw this today on Gizmodo:

"As well as tweaking its Gorillapod flexible gripping tripod design in the Gogo model, to support all sorts of gadgets, Joby's now applied some real beefing-up techniques to its original camera-tripod version and created the Gorillapod Focus, designed for heavier camera gear. Made from aluminum so it weighs just 1.1 pounds itself, it can nonetheless support pro-video or SLR equipment that weighs up to 11 pounds, and of course fasten it/dangle it from all sorts of places you wouldn't normally mount a tripod. The Focus is due soon for a similarly beefed-up price of $150."

It shows a Canon XH-A1 supported by the new tripod.

Tripods: Gorillapod Focus is Muscled-Up Bendy Tripod For Hefty Cameras

Chris Hurd · September 24th, 2008, 09:38 AM

Moved to Special Mounts.

Thanks for posting this... I use a GorillaPod for my Elph. It's a great product.

Phil Bambridge · November 11th, 2008, 09:04 AM

Has anyone given this a go yet?

I'd be mounting a Panasonic DVX100B to it, which is within specified load. Intention is not just to have a portable tripod, but for low-angle shots too. I had looked at a hi-hat, but these are all pretty expensive. Would need an adapter I think, to be able to put my Vinten Pro-6HDV (aka Manfrotto 503HDV) head on it. Or would I?

Dave Allen · June 4th, 2009, 05:09 PM

I will going over it within 10 days, and just to let you know, Joby is selling it here for $110, including shipping.

September 24th, 2008, 09:35 AM	#1
Julian Frost Major Player Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: California USA Posts: 423	New GorillaPod for Hefty Cameras Saw this today on Gizmodo: "As well as tweaking its Gorillapod flexible gripping tripod design in the Gogo model, to support all sorts of gadgets, Joby's now applied some real beefing-up techniques to its original camera-tripod version and created the Gorillapod Focus, designed for heavier camera gear. Made from aluminum so it weighs just 1.1 pounds itself, it can nonetheless support pro-video or SLR equipment that weighs up to 11 pounds, and of course fasten it/dangle it from all sorts of places you wouldn't normally mount a tripod. The Focus is due soon for a similarly beefed-up price of $150." It shows a Canon XH-A1 supported by the new tripod. Tripods: Gorillapod Focus is Muscled-Up Bendy Tripod For Hefty Cameras

September 24th, 2008, 09:38 AM	#2
Chris Hurd Obstreperous Rex Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: San Marcos, TX Posts: 23,174 Images: 513	Moved to Special Mounts. Thanks for posting this... I use a GorillaPod for my Elph. It's a great product. __________________ CH Search DV Info Net for quick answers \| The best in the business: DV Info Net Sponsors \| ...Tuesday is Soylent Green Day!

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November 11th, 2008, 09:04 AM	#3
Phil Bambridge Regular Crew Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Bristol, England Posts: 78	Has anyone given this a go yet? I'd be mounting a Panasonic DVX100B to it, which is within specified load. Intention is not just to have a portable tripod, but for low-angle shots too. I had looked at a hi-hat, but these are all pretty expensive. Would need an adapter I think, to be able to put my Vinten Pro-6HDV (aka Manfrotto 503HDV) head on it. Or would I?

June 4th, 2009, 05:09 PM	#4
Dave Allen Regular Crew Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 113	I will going over it within 10 days, and just to let you know, Joby is selling it here for $110, including shipping.