Model: JOBY Joby GorillaPod 5K Kit w/Rig for DSLR Camera, Mic and Lights, Black/Charcoal/Red
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In short, yes. The 5k kit is primarily made out of anodized aluminum and it hold up (we're talking 10+ years easily with regular use).
This is in contrast to the (very well made) 3k kit, which is more 'plasticky' and while good, isn't going to last more than a couple of years with heavy use
I have the model under this without the arms and I've used it on un even rocks, wrapped on rails and in fences, I have even hung it from tree branches. I would recommend it if you like to get those whacky points of view.
The regular 3k kit is plastic and eventually breaks. There is a 3k Pro (more expensive) that is metal.
This one is metal as well.
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Part of me thinks these are neat but part of me has avoided buying them because some people say they are meh compared to just proper lightweight tripods placed on the ground.
Anyone who uses them have a particular love for the scenarios you've used it on?
Part of me thinks these are neat but part of me has avoided buying them because some people say they are meh compared to just proper lightweight tripods placed on the ground.
Anyone who uses them have a particular love for the scenarios you've used it on?
I have the model under this without the arms and I've used it on un even rocks, wrapped on rails and in fences, I have even hung it from tree branches. I would recommend it if you like to get those whacky points of view.
Jessco and others:
Would you trust putting a high-end camera on this for all those whacky POVs?
I know the specs will specify some weight etc, but would like to know real field experience.
Thanks in advance.
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11-15-2022 at 04:18 AM.
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Jessco and others:
Would you trust putting a high-end camera on this for all those whacky POVs?
I know the specs will specify some weight etc, but would like to know real field experience.
Thanks in advance.
In short, yes. The 5k kit is primarily made out of anodized aluminum and it hold up (we're talking 10+ years easily with regular use).
This is in contrast to the (very well made) 3k kit, which is more 'plasticky' and while good, isn't going to last more than a couple of years with heavy use
In short, yes. The 5k kit is primarily made out of anodized aluminum and it hold up (we're talking 10+ years easily with regular use).
This is in contrast to the (very well made) 3k kit, which is more 'plasticky' and while good, isn't going to last more than a couple of years with heavy use
Jessco and others:
Would you trust putting a high-end camera on this for all those whacky POVs?
I know the specs will specify some weight etc, but would like to know real field experience.
Thanks in advance.
I have only put a rebel t7i with an L 100m canon lens and a flash on the hot shoe. Decent weight on it. Again I had the lower end model so I would trust this one more. But in short I never felt worried about it.
I have only put a rebel t7i with an L 100m canon lens and a flash on the hot shoe. Decent weight on it. Again I had the lower end model so I would trust this one more. But in short I never felt worried about it.
That's the type of equipment it can carry easily but most people use smaller cameras
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This is in contrast to the (very well made) 3k kit, which is more 'plasticky' and while good, isn't going to last more than a couple of years with heavy use
This one is metal as well.
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Anyone who uses them have a particular love for the scenarios you've used it on?
Anyone who uses them have a particular love for the scenarios you've used it on?
I have the model under this without the arms and I've used it on un even rocks, wrapped on rails and in fences, I have even hung it from tree branches. I would recommend it if you like to get those whacky points of view.
Would you trust putting a high-end camera on this for all those whacky POVs?
I know the specs will specify some weight etc, but would like to know real field experience.
Thanks in advance.
Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank chzg
Would you trust putting a high-end camera on this for all those whacky POVs?
I know the specs will specify some weight etc, but would like to know real field experience.
Thanks in advance.
In short, yes. The 5k kit is primarily made out of anodized aluminum and it hold up (we're talking 10+ years easily with regular use).
This is in contrast to the (very well made) 3k kit, which is more 'plasticky' and while good, isn't going to last more than a couple of years with heavy use
This is in contrast to the (very well made) 3k kit, which is more 'plasticky' and while good, isn't going to last more than a couple of years with heavy use
The plastic ones I've got all eventually split.
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The plastic ones I've got all eventually split.
The regular 3k kit is plastic and eventually breaks. There is a 3k Pro (more expensive) that is metal.
This one is metal as well.
Would you trust putting a high-end camera on this for all those whacky POVs?
I know the specs will specify some weight etc, but would like to know real field experience.
Thanks in advance.
I have only put a rebel t7i with an L 100m canon lens and a flash on the hot shoe. Decent weight on it. Again I had the lower end model so I would trust this one more. But in short I never felt worried about it.
My OG Joby gave out and I never replaced it. Thought I might with this deal if the metal is that much better than plastic versions.
I have this and it's too large. Don't waste your 60 bucks or buy from me for 55.
That's the type of equipment it can carry easily but most people use smaller cameras