HandlePod Hand-Supported Camera Stabilizer
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HandlePod Hand-Supported Camera Stabilizer

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Shopper : Would the arm of the pod move so the camera is looking down? as if I need to take picture of documents?JOHN E : Yes, it can. There are 3 separate circular 'hinges' which allow the arm to move around the X and/or Y and/or Z axis. You can use one or two hinges to make the mounted camera look down onto a document.RUDOLPH A : not likely. arm folds under the base with plate turned fully down.feet no longer on your support. do not recommend this unit to anyoneLAMONT C : You can photograph documents if you hold the handle pod against a vertical surface and the swivel handle pod so its facing the floor you can then take your picture.MAURICE A : The answer is yes. Be aware the hardware securing the pivot points is fragile. Plastic beings of mine snapped off after a few uses.DOUGLAS C : The camera would point down if the feet were placed against a vertical surface or on an elevated horizontal surface. The arm can be rotated through 90 degrees by the hinge.MALCOLM W : NoELIZABETH S : Yes, the camera attaches to the handle and it can rotate.RICHARD C : yes it can be used to photo things such as flat sheets of documents may need to put some weight on base depending on weight of camera .CHUNG N : Yes. You will need to hold the bottom to keep the camera from tipping over.
STEVEN M : would this work by using it on a 70-200 f2.8 if you attached it to the tripod mount on the lens ?LASH L : Not sure, Steven. I think it would be a lot of weight. I haven't tried it on anything that heavy.LARRY H : sorry can't give you answer,,.I don't have a lens that bigRUDOLPH A : not likely. item is very lightweight. canon 7d with tamron 24-135mm lens tends to fall over forwards. i bought it for a trip to china. did not take it . maybe suitable for a smaller point and shoot. but don't expect robust construction. if you would send address, i will give to you. i do not expect to use itJOHN T : It would attach I'm sure, but it is rather lightweight for a telephoto application without any other form of support.DENISE C : I have not tried this. DeniseGustavo G : Didn't try that way, but I don't think so. This is for small cameras. That lens is so big and heavy for this.JERRY M : No way! It would only work for a small point and shoot (sorry).MICHAEL G : It does not support the weight of a D700 very well at all. I doubt it will handle the big lens any better even if mounted on the lens foot. I was not favorably impressed with the lack of rigidity and as a result have not used it after the first couple of unsatisfactory attempts.RICHARD C : the shutter button on the newer cameras seem to require more pressure to operate thus camera movement is a concern i like the old cable release system when using long lens.JOHN S : I HAVE ONLY USED THIS WITH MY COMPACT CANON DIGITAL. I DOUBT THAT IT WOULD SUPPORT A DSLR WITH THAT SIZE LENSMALCOLM W : It will attach, however the weight may be a negative factor...MAURICE A : No. Compact lightweight camera only. Collapsed eiyh Nikon F5. Ok with Nikon P7700
Shopper : Aug I: I have a Canon 5DMkII. Would this be sturdy enough to hold that camera with the 100MM Macro? With one of the larger zooms? It's a great idea but I'm concerned it wouldn't work well for heavier cameras. Thanks.LASH L : I do not think it would be at its best with a heavy camera/lens combination. I do think it works well with smaller cameras, which are normally too small for me to hold securely. This gives me more to hold.KARL B : I have used my HandlePod with good results on a Sony HX5V and Sony NEX-5n. I don't think I would try it with an SLR.HARRY J : I was told by a Adorama representative that it would not be wise to use a heavy lens/camera with the HandlePod. I returned the item.MICHAEL H : I have the Canon EOS 30D and the HandlePod is a quality product that is sturdy enough w/ my 28-135 Canon lens. However, when using it in obtuse angles I occassionally have to do an extra thightening. If I didn't have a disabling arthritis, it probably wouldn't be an issue!RICHARD C : yes it is darn sturdy but with the long lens you will need to try several positions to get the best balance.RON B : You are wise to ask this question. I have a Nikon D700 with several longer lens and it doesn't come close to supporting that much weight. It's a great idea and I would immediately buy a heavier version of the same design. I think this would work well with point and shoot cameras or DSLR cameras with plastic bodies.JOHN S : I've only used this with my Canon SX30 IS, and it works well for that. I would not recommend using it for a larger camera with larger lenses.MALCOLM W : I use it with a Pentax Optio W90 on my boat to make self photo of fish I catch...a very light weight camera.....MICHAEL G : I bought this item with great hopes for it. It really will not hold a DSLR with any kind of lens and remain horizontal. Even with my kit lens on a D7000 the arm starts to droop. It's a good idea, poorly executed. Perhaps useful for Point and Shoots but IMO not for DSLRs of any size.JEFF G : No way this can hold the 5D let alone with the 100mm. Use the Gorilla Pod. That is what I use for my 7D w/24-105L. I use this for my GoPro.DOUGLAS C : I have a Pentax K-5 with an 18-250mm lens and have no problems with that combination. It easily fits into my camera bag and is a convenient alternative to a tripod when I want to travel light.LARRY H : I like this very much, but I doubt very much if it would support a very large zoomJERRY M : Sorry, I have one and I would not use it with a DSLR. I wish they would have come out with a metal model.DAVID S : No, this would be suitable for a larger DSLR. It's fairly light and mostly plastic. OK for small camcorders (which is why I bought it) and point-and-shooters. Hope that helps.

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Review Summary

2016-12-27T08:03:46

Rated 2 out of 5

Light duty

Would work OK on a DX camera, but I have a heavy D810 with a tele lens. Would not trust it to support the weight.

Harold Z.

2013-05-30T21:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Bad design

I have had the HandlePod less than 2 hours and I broke one of the plastic knobs used to make adjustments. Very bad design. I was trying to tighten one of the knobs so that the arm would stay in my desired position. I broke the plastic knob so now I cannot make any adjustments and the arm is still too loose to mount the camera and have it stay in place.

Amy F.

2013-05-30T21:00:00

Rated 1 out of 5

Bad design

I have had the HandlePod less than 2 hours and I broke it. Very bad design. I broke one of the plastic knobs used to tighten one of the arms. Now I cannot make any more adjustments. The arm is stil too loose to mount a camera and have it stable. Too bad. I was looking forward to using this product. It seemed like a good idea for a product, but the design is bad. And now it is useless.

Amy F.

2012-04-09T21:00:00

Rated 2 out of 5

Nice idea, cheap junky implementation

First of all, I am basing my comments using a DSLR..IMO it is far too flimsy to hold the weight safely. It is a nice idea, just a cheap implementation. If you have a small camera, like my Leica DLUX 4, ok, it is fine for that little camera. Frankly I would buy one if they made it able to hold the weight of a DSLR reliably.

KEVIN D.

About HandlePod Hand-Supported Camera Stabilizer

• 3-axis action camera mount for capturing steady video with a GoPro or other action camera
• Rotating mount for 360-degree movement
• Multi-function design for use as a hand grip, tabletop stand, or vertical mount
• 4 high-friction rubber-tipped feet for anti-slip performance
• Weighs just 4 oz and fits in your pocket!
• Lifetime warranty

Tripods can be bulky, cumbersome, and expensive - not a combination of features many people want. But this doesn't mean you have to go without a means of stabilizing your action camera?

The HandlePod 3-Axis Action Camera Mount gives you all the stability of a tripod while offering improved functionality and portability.

The 3-axis mount works with your GoPro or another action camera no matter if you're using it as a hand grip, a tabletop stand or as a vertical mount.

The large, comfortable handle makes the HandlePod easy to grip for long periods of time while its four rubber-tipped feet offer anti-slip functionality.

You can set the HandlePod on a horizontal surface like a table and the rubber feet keep it in place. Likewise, you can place the HandlePod on vertical surfaces like trees or fence posts, and use the included elastic shock cord to securely attach it for steady footage.

It's truly a three-in-one support system that will help you capture steady video footage and sharp still images!

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Key Features

  • 3-axis action camera mount for capturing steady video with a GoPro or other action camera
  • Rotating mount for 360-degree movement
  • Multi-function design for use as a hand grip, tabletop stand, or vertical mount
  • 4 high-friction rubber-tipped feet for anti-slip performance
  • Lifetime warranty

What's in the box:

  • HandlePod Hand-Supported Camera Stabilizer
  • Elastic Cord
  • HandlePod Lifetime Warranty