Gadling gear review - Manfrotto Modo Pocket mini folding camera stand

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9-04-2009 @ 5:46AM

TFAR said...

Not bad. I like that it can stay on the camera. On the other hand I think it is of limited utility. It doesn't allow for great lift or an uneven surface or really varied inclination angles. It cannot be used to prop the camera against a wall and have it shoot in any direction. If your camera has a flat bottom (most do) this add little extra use.

Instead I use this:
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/141864-REG/Giottos_QB2081_Compact_Ball_Pod_Tripod_with.html

Mine is a version with fixed legs but otherwise looks just like it. It holds a Canon G9 with attached RRS L-bracket just fine even is pointed down (weight 415g). Mine weighs 55g (2oz) without the leather sheath. With it it weighs 71g. The sheath has a belt loop, too.

I really like how I can hold it against a wall and shoot with great stability either with direct trigger or with the two second timer. At less than $20 highly recommended.

Till

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