I'm loving my aluminum Peak Design Tripod. still hefty price tag, $500 CAD, but the extra weight helps to steady the camera while filming hand held using it like a steady cam rig.
I have the pixie mini and I love it. I don't use it for my m50 much, though it works im a pinch. I actually prefer it for my phone and I find it really useful for gopros
Stay with in your budget. Don’t over spend because a stack of books can do the job . Just joking, but seriously, don’t over spend and over think it. These videos are there for you to over think and over spend. It’s materialism and consumerism at its best.
Great review Matti. I've been using the Gorilla Pod and you're right, it becomes weak. I have the Pixi Evo Mini too, it's good for vlogging because it's light and easy to setup/hold, but it's too short to put on your desk to film your face (Gorilla Pod is the perfect height for this). Gotta have both, unfortunately. PS. I don't know much about colour grading, but in the last two videos, your skin tones are looking a little orange on my screen (no hate, just letting you know).
This Peak Design tripod costs more than my camera. And all 3 lens that I got for it. And my tripod. And the whole rest of contents of my camera backpack. And my camera backpack.
I have 4 out of 5 of these (I don’t have that extending Joby). One important one that you left out is the Switchpod. I use the Switchpod for handheld. I added a ballhead with an arca swiss mount, and it’s perfect. My little Manfrotto tripods are now used for gimbals, action cams, etc, and my Gorillapod collects dust.
You are right. I had stopped watching right about the time that he started talking about it. I went back and watched and heard him say it wasn’t versatile enough for him due to height, etc. Thanks for checking my on the one...now the video got two view from me...but only one like. 👍🏾
Got a Stainless STEEL mini tripod from an ANTIQUE telescope I recently featured and It's UNBREAKABLE! Suction cups are great too. Love mounting the camera and lights in many ways. Thanks for sharing many AWESOME options!
What a coincidence, I recently just started vlogging and Ive just ordered a manfrotto pixi mini. I think its the biggest bang for you buck. easy to use, ball head included. Pair that with a quick release and your good to go.
The tripods that come with the zhiyun gimbals are honestly my favourite, can always add a ball head if needed. The one that comes with the Crane 3s is a beast
The joby telepod is horrible. I tried it out because I thought it might be interesting for my iPhone 11 but it doesn't even hold the weight of that so no idea what its made for.
Hey Matti! How about the switchPod? Also I didn't see quick release on your tripod... is it because you just don;t use that or there a more "experienced" reason for that? Thanks For sharing :)
If u want to buy a best and cheap gorilla tripod then click this link to buy in cheap pricewww.amazon.in/gp/product/B08LPJZSSW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=3638&creative=24630&creativeASIN=B08LPJZSSW&linkCode=as2&tag=varun0c7b-21&linkId=dc8cf57fca36e2fbd29da7fac0b8982a. Thank you
Was literally just shopping for a mini tripod last night for an upcoming trip and went with the gorilla pod. Impeccable timing. Thanks for reassuring me in my choice :)
@Veldey Photos I do have it also ,it's small quick and easy but sometimes it cannot hold the 18-105mm sony lens coz it is a bit big, either way i love it
Glad I saw this video, I was about to order the peak design tripod for vlogging. I have the EOS R, but I currently only have a 35 mm so everything is super tight on my face. I bought the gorilla pod cuz it’s the typical TH-cam tripod. Thanks for the video! Saved me money!
Do you have any suggestions for a desk tripod or mount that you can use on your desk to get height over your monitors that doesn't break the bank? Doesn't appear that Elgato Multimounts are available anywhere, and they have limited use off your desk.
Matti...I was watching one of your videos that inspired me to step up my b-roll. You had to probably spend an hour or so filming b-roll of you on your one-wheel but the finished product was amazing!
what if a company took a job pod with some form of quick release system that unlocked all of the different little modules of the job legs and then once it was in place you tighten a nob on the side to "stiffen" all those individual sections. I dont know how but I feel like that would fix all the issues while still accommodating this on the go style Vlogging.
TL;DR - my Switchpod with QR ballhead is my favourite. With a G7/G85: Leg broke off my Pixi mini. Gorillapod just didn't balance nicely as a tripod, is great for handholding, but height adjustability isn't as good as I hoped. It still flops over, so not as useful as it could be. With my a7iii: Switchpod with a neewer ballhead that has a QR clamp. I like that I can hold it angling away from me for more presenting to camera without stretching my arm out, and holding it angled toward me for recording others. If the legs could somehow move up/down or in/out, that could solve the height issue, but it's way more useful than the gorillapod just because I can trust it to hold my camera. Then I have the same ballhead/qr clamp on a fat gecko for my car to make it easy for mounting there. and my camera has the PD Capture plate. I think the problem with a proper tripod like the PD (especially with such wide legs at the top) is that it's not easy to handhold for vlogging purposes. Setting it up for impromptu videos of our kids is a little disingenuous as a downside, as a little camera shake from handholding isn't an issue for those moments.
What do you think about using a small gimbal, like the Ronin-SC, as a tripod for vlogging? I’m debating if this is a viable option, or if I’m just trying to do too much? Thanks!
During my 45 years in photography, I've had more tripods and support gizmos than any other photo accessory. Well other than bags, but those don't really count, do they? (kicking them back as they roll out of my closet) The best little tripod thing I've used so far is the Sirui 3T-15 (www.siruiusa.com/index/photographic/sr3t15.html?cid=2&id=69). Sorry for the US link, not sure about their Canada HQ. This pod is magical! It's super small, super strong, and super light. How do they do all that at once??? It's also pretty inexpensive so that's a win across the board! Check it out, I think you'll like it.
Most mini tripods fail either with stability in the legs or with the head. I have some Oben mini tripod thing.... but the game changer was when I put the Joby head on it after I got fed up with the Joby Tripod. I have a lot of respect for that head...
I don't mind the Switchpod, but I did put a little ball head before they started selling them. A way to adjust the legs a bit would definitely be nice ... I'm glad I got mine at the Kickstarter price, though. I'm not sure I'd want to pay the full price.
That drone footage was really sick! But for the car mount.... with the speed you’ll be going I don’t know if the stick will work? I’ve tried that before and the wind speed could snap it like a twig
Have you ever looked into the Sirui 3T-35 or AM2-Series AM-223 tripod? I own the 3T and for even ground and slight adjustments it's great, but it looks like the AM2 could give you a bit more control with an uneven surface?
Yall know Matti is not reading the comments right now because he’s currently driving his tesla on the track. 🏎. 🤣 man that shot at ur desk setting up the 360 on drone was the best shot ever! So clean!
Which one is your fav and have you found any better options?
Love you :)
Big fan of the Pixie Evo but I shoot an m6ii so its a lighter camera
I'm loving my aluminum Peak Design Tripod. still hefty price tag, $500 CAD, but the extra weight helps to steady the camera while filming hand held using it like a steady cam rig.
I have the pixie mini and I love it. I don't use it for my m50 much, though it works im a pinch. I actually prefer it for my phone and I find it really useful for gopros
can you try the ulanzi MT-11?
Stay with in your budget. Don’t over spend because a stack of books can do the job . Just joking, but seriously, don’t over spend and over think it. These videos are there for you to over think and over spend. It’s materialism and consumerism at its best.
facts
Spot on!
Great review Matti. I've been using the Gorilla Pod and you're right, it becomes weak. I have the Pixi Evo Mini too, it's good for vlogging because it's light and easy to setup/hold, but it's too short to put on your desk to film your face (Gorilla Pod is the perfect height for this). Gotta have both, unfortunately. PS. I don't know much about colour grading, but in the last two videos, your skin tones are looking a little orange on my screen (no hate, just letting you know).
Hi Karl Bhaiya ❤️ 🙏🏽
This Peak Design tripod costs more than my camera. And all 3 lens that I got for it. And my tripod. And the whole rest of contents of my camera backpack. And my camera backpack.
Easy solution: buy an expensive camera. Balance restored!
I have 4 out of 5 of these (I don’t have that extending Joby). One important one that you left out is the Switchpod. I use the Switchpod for handheld. I added a ballhead with an arca swiss mount, and it’s perfect. My little Manfrotto tripods are now used for gimbals, action cams, etc, and my Gorillapod collects dust.
He did talk about the Switchpod at 9:40
if u watched the video u would have found out why he left it out...
You are right. I had stopped watching right about the time that he started talking about it. I went back and watched and heard him say it wasn’t versatile enough for him due to height, etc. Thanks for checking my on the one...now the video got two view from me...but only one like. 👍🏾
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Pls what was the first tripod you use for your insta 360 camera ? The one you attached to the suction thing
Great Video! Try this one: Ulanzi MT-44 Extendable Vlog Tripod
Got a Stainless STEEL mini tripod from an ANTIQUE telescope I recently featured and It's UNBREAKABLE! Suction cups are great too. Love mounting the camera and lights in many ways. Thanks for sharing many AWESOME options!
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What a coincidence, I recently just started vlogging and Ive just ordered a manfrotto pixi mini. I think its the biggest bang for you buck. easy to use, ball head included. Pair that with a quick release and your good to go.
Peak design has sick backpacks and tripods!
1:56, where can I get that extension? And does it work to put it on something like a gorillapod to make it a bigger tripod?
IS IT JUST ME OR DOES MATTI KIND OF LOOK LIKE KEVIN MAGNUSSEN FROM THE HASS FORMULA 1 TEAM
and a slimmer version of colton from ltt
i said the same thing. lol
first time?
thats a meme reference, but yes ive been thinking that for a while now
Yesssssssss😂😂
They are never in the same room - just saying
We use the Gopro Jaws, it's a one legged gorillapod with a clamp. Super versatile for small camera's / gopros
I have an Ultrapod and really like it for tiny cameras. They make a larger one too.
Was literally just talking about what mini-tripod to get when this notification popped up! Thanks Matti!
Who else stops everything they’re doing as soon as they get the notification??
haha, same.. was doing math homeworks but this is a great break ;)
Yep.
Matti: I can't find the right Tripod
Peter's next video: I DESIGNED A NEW TRIPOD (PM X PEAKDESIGN)
Hey man, whats that extension pole called? Link? Also, would it work for tripods and loads of 7-8lbs?
have tried Sirui 3T-35K Table Top Tripod? though ur set up is abit on the heavy side
What is the tripod pole thing he took out @ 1:46 ??? Can someone provide me a link??
The tripods that come with the zhiyun gimbals are honestly my favourite, can always add a ball head if needed. The one that comes with the Crane 3s is a beast
@matti any update on this? i have the same issues as you - wanting one with some height adjustment!!!
Weird question, but where do you get that white T-Shirt? What brand is it? Everywhere I look the sleeves are too short and the fabric too thin.
The joby telepod is horrible. I tried it out because I thought it might be interesting for my iPhone 11 but it doesn't even hold the weight of that so no idea what its made for.
Haven't gotten to that part yet but if it's the bendy flexible one I agree, it's way too light to hold anything up :/
Does the gorillapod 3k pro, the metal one, also get lose or less so?
I use to use my Joby all the time but it started getting loose and weak pretty quick 🤦♂️ and it got annoying really fast 🤷♂️
I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS VIDEO FOR SO LOOOOOONG!!!!
Would you suggest adding the Manfrotto 323 RC2 Quick-Release plate for better stability and quick release function? Cheers
Hey Matti! How about the switchPod? Also I didn't see quick release on your tripod... is it because you just don;t use that or there a more "experienced" reason for that?
Thanks For sharing :)
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what about Gimbals for phone which can be used as a tripod as well? (DJI OS 4...etc)
The review starts at 2:30
@ 5:20 that telepod is broken... it's not supposed to sit so low... did you sit on it?
FINALLY BEEN WAITING FOR A NEW VID FOR WEEKS
Thanks for all your posts over lockdown........they’ve kept me going!
If you were just shooting a vlog on an iPhone, would you prefer the Joby selfie stick tripod option?
Love my peak design travel tripod!
I've been using 2 mini tripods. The Switchpod and a generic "desktop mini tripod" I found on Amazon. Been using both simultaneously.
why do u not use a monopod`? with feet, so it stands by itselfs and it goes really hight. also it is easy and fast to make it longer or shorter
the tripod is my favorite and Matti that drone shot is genius.
If u want to buy a best and cheap gorilla tripod then click this link to buy in cheap pricewww.amazon.in/gp/product/B08LPJZSSW/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=3638&creative=24630&creativeASIN=B08LPJZSSW&linkCode=as2&tag=varun0c7b-21&linkId=dc8cf57fca36e2fbd29da7fac0b8982a. Thank you
Was literally just shopping for a mini tripod last night for an upcoming trip and went with the gorilla pod. Impeccable timing. Thanks for reassuring me in my choice :)
Love the straight pipes! Awesome to see my favorite car youtubers referenced on a photography channel.
Love your videos man, good to have you back mate, keep up the good work... 💯👍
I’m a wedding videographer looking for a lightweight, solid, fast setup tripod and still haven’t found the perfect one. Any recommendations?
peak design travel tripod aluminum version
Matti: English muffin pizzas with ketchup
Me: I've never seen this man before in my life
Have you tried the Switchpod? It has the height issue of the gorilla pod,but looks much easier to use
Dang, didn’t finish the video haha
Thanks for taking all those hours for these few minutes man. I really enjoy it! Those drone shots were pretty sick already hey 😳
What about the switch pod????
Ooo nice use of logo!
I have manfrotto "mini" tripod and I highly recommend it, it's amazing 😉
I have it to and love it
I do!! But I watch them just To see Matti and his family💙❤️💙
@Veldey Photos I do have it also ,it's small quick and easy but sometimes it cannot hold the 18-105mm sony lens coz it is a bit big, either way i love it
Glad I saw this video, I was about to order the peak design tripod for vlogging. I have the EOS R, but I currently only have a 35 mm so everything is super tight on my face. I bought the gorilla pod cuz it’s the typical TH-cam tripod. Thanks for the video! Saved me money!
I have got a Pixi Mini, and I really like it! Especially for smaller gimbals, so you can put the gimbal on the ground.
Do you have any suggestions for a desk tripod or mount that you can use on your desk to get height over your monitors that doesn't break the bank? Doesn't appear that Elgato Multimounts are available anywhere, and they have limited use off your desk.
Great editing on FCPX!
i've been looking a motorised toothbrush. which one is that?
Soon 1 Mil. Wow!
Great Video, always enjoy watching them.
Daily Matti is the best Matti.... Love having you back
Since you don't have a problem with budget try the Gitzo Mini Traveler or the one Really Right Stuff makes.
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Matti...I was watching one of your videos that inspired me to step up my b-roll. You had to probably spend an hour or so filming b-roll of you on your one-wheel but the finished product was amazing!
What about switchpod you don't like it?
Very close to 1 million Matti, looking forward to it
Good idea.. have you tried the Manfrotto BeFree with the tiny fluid head yet?..
I'm glad you're quite happy with FCPX ;)
That starting SoundTrack tho .. 🔥🔥
Stick with the peakDesign or Get a switchPod. Nothing’s perfect tho 😊
Hey buddy i have a question 🤔? Can we still import everything to final cut like LUTS, TEMPLATES etc..
what if a company took a job pod with some form of quick release system that unlocked all of the different little modules of the job legs and then once it was in place you tighten a nob on the side to "stiffen" all those individual sections. I dont know how but I feel like that would fix all the issues while still accommodating this on the go style Vlogging.
i tested the mini manfrottos, but how i wish all of these were available in my country...
TL;DR - my Switchpod with QR ballhead is my favourite.
With a G7/G85:
Leg broke off my Pixi mini.
Gorillapod just didn't balance nicely as a tripod, is great for handholding, but height adjustability isn't as good as I hoped. It still flops over, so not as useful as it could be.
With my a7iii:
Switchpod with a neewer ballhead that has a QR clamp. I like that I can hold it angling away from me for more presenting to camera without stretching my arm out, and holding it angled toward me for recording others. If the legs could somehow move up/down or in/out, that could solve the height issue, but it's way more useful than the gorillapod just because I can trust it to hold my camera.
Then I have the same ballhead/qr clamp on a fat gecko for my car to make it easy for mounting there. and my camera has the PD Capture plate.
I think the problem with a proper tripod like the PD (especially with such wide legs at the top) is that it's not easy to handhold for vlogging purposes. Setting it up for impromptu videos of our kids is a little disingenuous as a downside, as a little camera shake from handholding isn't an issue for those moments.
what about the switch pod?
That 360 drone footage was nice. 👌
awsome videos as always
New logo is awesome!
Love the intro, especially the construction workers!!!
Man - I really, really love your vlogs. 🙂
Where did you get your MH logo sign?
Hey Matti, Where can I get that neon sign? The one that is now showing your logo. I want to make one with my own logo. :P
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What do you think about using a small gimbal, like the Ronin-SC, as a tripod for vlogging? I’m debating if this is a viable option, or if I’m just trying to do too much? Thanks!
Hmm what’s that rotating swivel one that quickly goes from a vlog like selfie stick to a tripod real quick that Peter McKinnon likes called again?
Excited for the next vlog.
Love the Straight Pipes shoutout!
Finally! Your amazing!!!
During my 45 years in photography, I've had more tripods and support gizmos than any other photo accessory. Well other than bags, but those don't really count, do they? (kicking them back as they roll out of my closet)
The best little tripod thing I've used so far is the Sirui 3T-15 (www.siruiusa.com/index/photographic/sr3t15.html?cid=2&id=69). Sorry for the US link, not sure about their Canada HQ. This pod is magical! It's super small, super strong, and super light. How do they do all that at once??? It's also pretty inexpensive so that's a win across the board! Check it out, I think you'll like it.
totally agree with you (kicking back my bags as well)
Anything sirui is just amazing. I have their monopod and it's just rock solid. Love it.
We appreciate your hard work Matti 😁😁😁. We know its not a quick thing to set up but its well appreciated.
Has anyone used the MARSACE MT-01 or MT-05??? THEY ARE REALLY AMAZING
Have you tried one of the Velbon Ultra's? They're small, light and the legs are super fast to operate.
Are Fotopro minis durable and good ?
This is exactly the video I needed. Thank you!
Most mini tripods fail either with stability in the legs or with the head. I have some Oben mini tripod thing.... but the game changer was when I put the Joby head on it after I got fed up with the Joby Tripod. I have a lot of respect for that head...
Never been so early on Matti’s video 🤘🏼
i use the eos R with the switchpod and it is amazing! it's really the perfect thing for me
Nice video Matti.👍🏼 I have a joby gorilla pod right now and I really like that tripod. I really like how you can bend it to get different shots.
Gorillapod is great with small cameras, I have a canon m50 and I love it!
I don't mind the Switchpod, but I did put a little ball head before they started selling them. A way to adjust the legs a bit would definitely be nice ... I'm glad I got mine at the Kickstarter price, though. I'm not sure I'd want to pay the full price.
That drone footage was really sick! But for the car mount.... with the speed you’ll be going I don’t know if the stick will work? I’ve tried that before and the wind speed could snap it like a twig
Why don't you try sirui 3k-35
Hey Matti. Have you ever tried the Fotopro UFO-series instead of Gorillapod?
thanks bro!. Best budget mini tripod(non-joby)?
Matti any chance of a hard drive from beginner to pro vid pls?
Matti, you make awesome content man! So much positivity and insight. Thank you for brightening my day and motivating me
Have you ever looked into the Sirui 3T-35 or AM2-Series AM-223 tripod? I own the 3T and for even ground and slight adjustments it's great, but it looks like the AM2 could give you a bit more control with an uneven surface?
Yall know Matti is not reading the comments right now because he’s currently driving his tesla on the track. 🏎. 🤣 man that shot at ur desk setting up the 360 on drone was the best shot ever! So clean!
😂 almost. Leaving soon
Nice vlog man and I whant to start a vlogging channel and thinking of getting the 250d or even the 200d
What do you think about that