Gorillapod + camcorder: Has anyone tried a small camcorder (Canon HV20) on a Gorillapod?
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I've used the Canon Elura 100 with the SLR (not the Zoom), without adding additional hardware. Worked fine. I also straightened out the legs, used one as a forward handle, and used the other two legs to steady the camera against my chest or shoulder when I was handholding the camera. Made for a nice impromptu steadicam effect while traipsing all over the wilds of the central Philippines.
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Yes it works very well. There is one thing you will need to do if you are using it on a bright sunny day and that is to purchase a hood to slip over the display monitor so you can see the picture clearly. Actually, you should get a hood even if you do not use a monopod because you still have the problem simply holding the camera as well. The monopod is very helpful with zooming the camera. I recommend that you zoom in on a view first before recording and then slowly zoom out for the best effect. The reason I say this, is when you zoom in while recording it is easy to lose the object and then you must do editing to get rid of what you do not want in the recording, so when I use my Sony camcorder with the monopod I zoom it on the object or picture I want, make sure I keep the monopod stead and vertical, and then slowly zoom out and it does great. The monopod also works well for doing slow pans; when doing pans I strongly recommend that you use the grid on your display monitor so that you keep the camera level. Incidentally, the monopod works great as a walking stick as well, especially on slick rock such as in the Utah desert canyonlands and on uneven ground.
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I don't know what that camcorder is so I cannot answer that question. It's a standard 64G SD memory card, not mini or micro...somewhere on the web it should say what it is compatable with. Sorry
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I'm not familiar with the equipment you are talking about, but if you are talking about quick video, I don't think you will have a problem. The monopod is really good for tight places too awkward for tripods. You might want to research the maximum weight specs on the description of this monopod and compare. I hope this helps.
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I'm sure it wouldn't hold the weight of a DSLR. I have a larger GorillaPod designed for micro 4/3 cameras and when I tried to mount a Canon 7D on it, it was very frustrating because the legs kept collapsing due to the weight.
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I realize this was posted several month ago. My flip camcorder (same model) stopped responding at the same time yours did. The last video it recorded was on April 26th. I tried what LFJ suggested, but it did not work. I tried plugging the camcera into the USB port today (6/28/11) and, suddenly, it works again. Felt like Christmas. So if you have given up, ...give it one last shot and see if it works. Not sure if I can trust it, though.... Maybe it needed an update (which it did). Good luck.
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I have two Rode VideoMic's and over the past twelve years, I have used only Panasonic camcorders. I am not familiar with the Canon Rebel, mentioned in the question. Sorry that I couldn't give you more of a definitive answer. Ben
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As long as the attachment base will fit into the bottom of your camera. There is a screw that fits into the bottom of the camera to hold the tripod on. I have bought three of them so far. Love the Gorillapod!
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Just a thought for Canon Vixia and other camcorder/GoPro users, in addition to Tom Khazoyan's answer about the adapter for mini shoe to standard shoe, you could also use one of those camcorder "handles" and mount the mic on the cold shoe at the top end of the handle. The handle is also great if want to do something like shoot low or create some interesting angles.
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This particular unit would not hold up a monopod due to the fact that it is a smaller type or gorilla pod and it is meant for pocket cameras but works with my heavier dslr as long as it is standing straight up.
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I don't know, I have a D3100 but I have not tried to use my model gorillapod with the camera. To me, you want to get the next size up gorillapod for the camera you have so that you can be sure the pod will hold the camera steady. I use the DSLR-rated model for my flip camera and point and shoot, because the larger gorillapod holds them better than the model made for these smaller cameras.
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The Arkon camera mount works well with my small camcorder. I would look at the Delkin Fat Gecko camera mount this is bigger and has better suction. The Delkin mount came with an extender that gives you a little longer reach.
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I have a small camcorder whose built in light is is really inadequate and there is no mount for an external light. I mount my camcorder to this grip with a 36 LED light to the shoe adapter on top. I have used that arrangement on a tripod and hand held and it works well. However, it is clear that a heaver camera would be unstable as the grip is really narrow.
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Well, yes and no. When you think of a camera on a tripod standing up on three legs, yes it is too heavy. It will sink down. However, if your purpose is to stabilize the camera or wrap the tripod legs onto a bar or other object you couldn't just sit the camera on, then the gorillapod would work great. I have used my gorillapod for a small Kodak Zi8 (similar to a flip camera) and it supports that just fine, but larger cameras do cause the tripod to sag a bit. This hasn't stopped me from using it much, though! I use it all the time. It stabilizes the camera wonderfully with the flexibility of its legs. And the magnetic feet have helped me stabilize it on railings and other odd places. Well, yes and no. When you think of a camera on a tripod standing up on three legs, yes it is too heavy. It will sink down. However, if your purpose is to stabilize the camera or wrap the tripod legs onto a bar or other object you couldn't just sit the camera on, then the gorillapod would work great. I have used my gorillapod for a small Kodak Zi8 (similar to a flip camera) and it supports that just fine, but larger cameras do cause the tripod to sag a bit. This hasn't stopped me from using it much, though! I use it all the time. It stabilizes the camera wonderfully with the flexibility of... » Read More Well, yes and no. When you think of a camera on a tripod standing up on three legs, yes it is too heavy. It will sink down. However, if your purpose is to stabilize the camera or wrap the tripod legs onto a bar or other object you couldn't just sit the camera on, then the gorillapod would work great. I have used my gorillapod for a small Kodak Zi8 (similar to a flip camera) and it supports that just fine, but larger cameras do cause the tripod to sag a bit. This hasn't stopped me from using it much, though! I use it all the time. It stabilizes the camera wonderfully with the flexibility of its legs. And the magnetic feet have helped me stabilize it on railings and other odd places. « Show Less
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Sorry dont have knowledge of that camcorder but if supports Compact Flash might work I record video with my Canon 5D Mark III
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It will NOT hold the 60D. Go with the SLR Zoom, it will hold the 60D nicely and with the Ballmount, it can be put in ANY position you can think of. Without the ballhead, you're very limited on the position and I PROMISE YOU, you'll be missing out if you do not get the ballhead. If you want something bigger than the SLR Zoom, the Focus is the biggest they have and I can't wait to get mine! (I have the original and slr zoom gorillapod) Go on YouTube and search "wwjoshdew gorillapod" and you'll see!!! I did a video of the 60D (with 18-135 kit lens) on the SLR Zoom and included some footage of it on the tripod. It will NOT hold the 60D. Go with the SLR Zoom, it will hold the 60D nicely and with the Ballmount, it can be put in ANY position you can think of. Without the ballhead, you're very limited on the position and I PROMISE YOU, you'll be missing out if you do not get the ballhead. If you want something bigger than the SLR Zoom, the Focus is the biggest they have and I can't wait to get mine! (I have the original and slr zoom gorillapod) Go on YouTube and search "wwjoshdew gorillapod" and you'll see!!! I did a video of the 60D (with 18-135 kit lens) on the SLR Zoom and included some... » Read More It will NOT hold the 60D. Go with the SLR Zoom, it will hold the 60D nicely and with the Ballmount, it can be put in ANY position you can think of. Without the ballhead, you're very limited on the position and I PROMISE YOU, you'll be missing out if you do not get the ballhead. If you want something bigger than the SLR Zoom, the Focus is the biggest they have and I can't wait to get mine! (I have the original and slr zoom gorillapod) Go on YouTube and search "wwjoshdew gorillapod" and you'll see!!! I did a video of the 60D (with 18-135 kit lens) on the SLR Zoom and included some footage of it on the tripod. « Show Less
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http://www.youtube.com/user/artfacestudios/videos?view=0 these videos were pretty much all made with the hvr a1u. From the youtube clips ive seen using the dcrvx2100, i can tell you they seem similar, but maybe the dcrvx2100 is a little on top... Low light on the a1u is grainy, not as bad as some videos ive seen, but definitely noticeable! I also want to find a good low light video camera... Also a little off topic but...i will take the a1u footage over gopro hero2 footage any day. My friend shoots with a Canon D5 or something like that. He really has a lot of control with the camera and his footage is very similar to the a1u. Maybe even better! http://www.youtube.com/user/artfacestudios/videos?view=0 these videos were pretty much all made with the hvr a1u. From the youtube clips ive seen using the dcrvx2100, i can tell you they seem similar, but maybe the dcrvx2100 is a little on top... Low light on the a1u is grainy, not as bad as some videos ive seen, but definitely noticeable! I also want to find a good low light video camera... Also a little off topic but...i will take the a1u footage over gopro hero2 footage any day. My friend shoots with a Canon D5 or something like that. He really has a lot of control with the... » Read More http://www.youtube.com/user/artfacestudios/videos?view=0 these videos were pretty much all made with the hvr a1u. From the youtube clips ive seen using the dcrvx2100, i can tell you they seem similar, but maybe the dcrvx2100 is a little on top... Low light on the a1u is grainy, not as bad as some videos ive seen, but definitely noticeable! I also want to find a good low light video camera... Also a little off topic but...i will take the a1u footage over gopro hero2 footage any day. My friend shoots with a Canon D5 or something like that. He really has a lot of control with the camera and his footage is very similar to the a1u. Maybe even better! « Show Less