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Double Bean Bag
The V-shaped design of this bean bag
support means that it sits comfortably
over car doors, fences and walls
and stays put. The material is 100%
waterproof and breathable.
The adjustable long strap allows you
to carry the bean bag comfortably on your
shoulder and, once in position, you can
wrap the strap around branches or fences
for extra support. There are four different
connection points for attaching the strap
and a handy storage pouch.
The Double Bean Bag has been
reinforced to reduce abrasion, has been
double-stitched and features rubber
zippers. It can be filled with beans or
cereal grains. Supplied flat and without
filling. Colour is Forest Green.
for all EOS cameras
REF: R550 £37.95
Pro-Clamp Pod
SOLID MINI TRIPOD AND CLAMP IN ONE
A versatile solution for many shooting
situations, this clever accessory functions
as both a mini-tripod and a clamp. When
used as a mini tripod it stands around 24cm
tall, but can go as low as 13cm with the
legs folded flat. When used as a clamp, it
can grip surfaces up to around 6cm (2.5
inches) thick.
This is a heavy-duty support
manufactured from aluminium and it
features an adjustable ball head and legs.
Soft rubber facings ensure surfaces will not
be scratched. It can be tripod-mounted via
a 1/4 inch screw socket and folds flat when
not in use. Weight 800g; folds to 28cm.
REF: K017 £39.99
Hama Traveller Pro series tripods
PORTABILITY WITHOUT HITTING THE POCKET
Designed for the travelling photographer, there’s bound to be a tripod in this
series suitable for your holiday needs. Now available in three versions, the
compactness and sturdy nature of Traveller series is to be praised.
Each of the three tripods has four section legs, rubber feet, foam covers
on the grips on the upper part of the legs for a non-slip grip and takes a
maximum weight of 4kg, sufficient for the majority of EOS users. The main
frame is constructed from aluminium. Supplied with a sturdy carry bag.
The smallest in the series is the Mini, which we’ve featured for some
time now. It still remains incredibly popular as it weighs a mere 740 grams.
This highly portable and lightweight tripod packs down to a minimum height
of only 39.5cm (under 16 inches). The supplied ball-and-socket head can be
attached to the bottom of the centre column for low-angle photography.
Mid-range is the Compact model, which extends to an impressive
163cm. It features the same ball socket head as the Mini version. If the head
does not quite meet your needs you can switch for your normal tripod head
for improved support and versatility.
The 170 Duo, pictured right, has adopted its name from the two main
benefits: firstly it extends to an impressive 170cm whilst still folding down
to a compact 46cm; secondly the centre column can be removed to double
as a monopod, useful in situations where a tripod is not allowed or practical.
The head is different for this model – it is supplied with a 3-way pan head
with a quick release plate. There are also spikes on the feet when you need
a little extra grip on uneven surfaces.
UltraClamp
This pocket-size clamp
made from heat-
treated aluminium
will attach your
camera securely to
car windows, tables,
fences, tree branches,
in fact a variety of
round or flat surfaces.
The ball-and-socket
head allows the
camera to be set in
almost any position.
UltraClamp comes in two jaw sizes, both
of which are fully closeable. Max load
2.72kg. Weighs around 170g.
1.5 inch jaw
£27.95
2.5 inch jaw
£33.95
REF: R138
UltraPod
This mini tripod is
injection-moulded
from fibreglass-
reinforced nylon
with aluminium
threaded
components for
maximum strength
in a minimal package (120g). It features
sturdy, fold-out legs with non-slip vinyl
feet, a unique ball and socket camera
mount assembly, and a strong Velcro
strap for securing round objects.
UltraPod I – max load 1.36kg
£15.95
UltraPod II – max load 2.72kg
£22.95
REF: R551
Traveller Mini Compact 170 Duo
Sections Four Four Four
Max load 4kg 4kg 4kg
Weight 740g 1370g 1710g
Min height 39.5cm 52cm 46cm
Max height 117cm 163cm 170cm
Head Ball socket Ball socket 3-way pan
Ref R864 K021 K127
Price
£26.95 £49.95 £59.95
Table-top tripod
STURDY SUPPORT WITH EXTRA LEG
With three-section
telescopic legs
and extendable
centre column
this versatile little
tripod is useful for
table-top work or
for portraits and
landscapes. The
centre column also
features a suction
cup at the base
for additional support when in its lowest
position. A built-in spirit level gives you
precise alignment. Max load 2kg, extends
from 18cm to 30cm. Packs down to 21cm
and supplied with a carry pouch.
REF: K020 £29.95
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Support
The number one cause of
poor pictures is camera
shake. Lenses with built-
in image stabilisation are
a major step forward,
but keeping your camera
steady is the best solution.
Tripods are the obvious
accessories for reducing
camera shake. Monopods
are a good alternative for
travelling light.
Fat Gecko monopod
SNAP-TOGETHER CARBON FIBRE SUPPORT
There are certain features the EOS magazine team look for in a
monopod – lightweight, practical design and a spike foot. So
when we found this Fat Gecko monopod we were smitten!
Weighing only 340g but capable of supporting EOS cameras
and lenses up to 8kg, this monopod collapses down into five
sections to a compact 40cm. It has a useful metal spike under
a removable rubber stopper on the foot which can be useful
for a little extra grip on uneven terrain.
It’s made from eight layers of carbon fibre in a Z-weave
pattern. When unstrapped it almost assembles itself as the
sections are held together by a stretchy cord and slot into one
another, meaning that there are no locking nuts to tighten.
Because of the nature of the design, it does mean that this
monopod has a static height of 144cm when unfolded. But if
the benefits of a lightweight, strong and compact monopod
at an affordable price overcome this restriction then this is a
solid choice for your EOS photography.
for all EOS cameras
REF: K102 £49.99
Fat Gecko Strap Mount
MOUNT YOUR CAMERA ALMOST ANYWHERE
When you need a sturdy support for your camera, but
haven’t got a tripod or monopod available, you can instead
use this strap solution from Fat Gecko. You can mount the
strap to any object with a circumference between 8.5 inches
(21.5cm) and 54 inches (136.8cm) - so most trees, telephone
poles, beams and columns - and be sure of a secure and
sturdy support for your camera. The Fat Gecko Strap Mount
is made up of three rugged bracket plates that conform to
the shape of the mounted object, and a rubber padding on
the back of the plates prevent the mount from slipping. There
are also holes in the bracket plates so that, if desirable, the
mount can also be screwed to a flat surface.
The strap itself is like a belt on an aeroplane
so is easy to tighten and release when finished.
It comes with a fully adjustable 1/4 inch ball
socket head for maximum versatility for the
angle of your shot. That’s what we like about
the Fat Gecko range - the possibilities that
the range of supports open up for unusual or
seemingly impossible angle shots. Maximum
weight 8lb (3.63kg).
REF: K014 £49.99
Stick-It discs
FAT GECKO MOUNTING PADS FOR
TEXTURED SURFACES
We like the
functionality of
the Fat Gecko
range of suction
cup mounts
which work with
non-porous
surfaces such
as glass. Now
the versatility of
these mounts has
been extended
with the introduction of these discs with
patented 3M adhesive which allow you to
create a smooth mountable surface on a
wider variety of surfaces. You get a pair of
discs suitably sized to work with your Fat
Gecko camera mount and which will stick
to concrete, paint, plastic, metal, glass and
more. Will hold up to 5lb (2.3kg).
REF: K013 £12.99
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Fat Gecko mounts
SUPER SUCTION SUPPORT
With its universal 1/4 inch tripod mount
and powerful suction cups the Fat Gecko
camera mounts can be used on any non-
porous surface, giving you access to more
shooting positions than a tripod. And now,
with the introduction of the Stick-It disks
(right), they can be used on even more
surfaces than before.
The double knuckle design and two-inch
metal extension tube allow for 360° tilt,
360° turn and 360° rotation. The ball joints,
sockets and upper locking knobs are made
from metal. The suction cups have a quick-
release mechanism. Weight 500g. Max load
2.5kg (two-cup);
3.75kg (three-cup).
Two-cup mount
£64.99
Three-cup mount
£79.99
REF: R311
Hot-shoe spirit level
If you shoot landscapes or buildings it is
important to get your camera absolutely
level. This small spirit
level slips into your
camera’s hot-shoe and
offers two levels whether
shooting in landscape or
portrait format.
REF: R072 £11.99
Monopod CMP2
STURDY WITH SPIKED FOOT
We couldn’t believe
the sturdiness of
this monopod for
the price – and the
fact that it extends
to 170cm. This Camlinnk CMP2
monopod features a wrist strap,
ergonomically-shaped foam handle
and a retractable spike within the
rubber foot, a feature we think is
key for a useful monopod. When
not in use it folds down to 54cm and
weighs 360g, so it’s pretty portable.
Convenient for lighter weight EOS
cameras and lens combos with a
maximum load of 1kg.
REF: K011 £14.99
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