Tabletop tripod for a DSLR

[UncleFai]

Hi folks

Any good recommendation for a tabletop/mini tripod capable of handling a DSLR? I found an el cheapo one that was a freebie with a point-and-shoot some years ago. I thought it would make a nice travel companion - till I tried it on my D7000 + Tammy 18-270mm... totally cannot make it. Anything out there that can handle this kind of weight while being lightweight and compact, and hence suitable for travel?

Thanks!

 

[Rashkae]

Gorillapod?

 

[spinworkxroy]

Yes, Gorillapod….if you don't want to pay so much, there are "fake" versions all over that work almost as well

 

[nightwolf75]

try this. i got mine from CP.
http://www.manfrotto.com/product_list/8374.84752.83536.0.0/Pocket_Series

 

[UncleFai]

try this. i got mine from CP.
http://www.manfrotto.com/product_list/8374.84752.83536.0.0/Pocket_Series

Hi nightwolf

Mind if I ask you how much you paid for it? and which exact sub model?

Thanks!

 

[UncleFai]

Yes, Gorillapod….if you don't want to pay so much, there are "fake" versions all over that work almost as well

How is this compared to a bean bag? Opinions?

 

[nightwolf75]

got the large DSLR model. think it's $50 or $60? can't quite remember... :dunno:

they were trying to push the gorillapod on me... but when i said that thing is too damn bulky, the guy laughed, nodded and took out the manfrotto tripod. :bsmilie:

 

[gundamseed84]

I used a fake gorillapod bought on ebay and used a normal ballhead on it. Not that compact compared to the table but at least i can adjust the angles easier. I used it on Canon 500D and 18-200 lens. D7000 might be slightly heavier.