I have been getting a lot of questions lately about what kind of camera gear I use for the pics on robonza. I use a Canon S95 and most importantly an Ultrapod 1 Tripod. The reason I like the Ultrapod is that it is so compact, lightweight, well made and also incredibly stable.
It folds up in to a small pocketable size.
As the name suggests it has 3 folding legs, each with rubber tips that keep it form sliding on odd surfaces, like a tree stump… And with its unique triangular shape coupled with its velcro strap you can attach it to a tree for photos.
The Ultrapod will attach to any camera with a threaded tripod mount, and the camera never slips around because the mounting plate is covered with cork.
I have been carrying this in my backpack every hike or bike ride for the last 10 years and it has not worn out. If I am reviewing bike parts and stopping to take a lot of pictures, I’ll even attach it to my stem for quick access.
And it lets me take cool pictures like these:
My camera is a Canon S95, which is very nice because the self timer is adjustable up to 30 seconds with multiple pictures.
I would definitely get this over any of the other compact tripod out there.
Check out the Ultrapod here: http://www.industrialrev.com/ultrapod-i.html
Pedco says:
- Fits any camera with a tripod socket
- Unique ball and socket camera mount assembly positions camera at any angle
- Molded from fiberglass reinforced nylon with aluminum threaded components
- Compact and lightweight
- Fold-out legs with non-slip vinyl feet
- Removable Velcro “one wrap” strap
- Maximum Safe Load: 3 lbs
- Pan Adjustment: 360 degrees
- Tilt Adjustment: +/- 90 degrees
- Angular Adjustment: +/- 20 degrees
- Dimensions (folded): 4″ x 1″ x 1.25″, 10.2cm x 2.5cm x 3.2cm
- Weight: 2 oz., 57g