Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Mini Review: Trek-Tech T-Pod

T-Pod with center column fully extended
The first thing I noticed about the Trek-Tech T-Pod was its extremely sturdy construction. Designed in the USA, compared to most table-top tripods it's built like a brick.

The tripod makes use of rare-earth magnets which are very strong and photo safe. The detachable and expandable center column connects to a magnet on the legs and the camera mounts to the ballhead in the same manner. For a shorter tripod, the ballhead can be mounted directly to the legs.

The ballhead and quick-release system, which are included, are rated for nine pounds and very well designed. I have used the T-Pod to support my gripped 40D, 70-200/2.8, and 580EX flash, with no problems whatsoever.

The T'Pod is also effective as a chest stabilizer arm or mini monopod; I have used it as such on numerous occasions.

In summary, I am very pleased with the T-Pod and highly recommend it to anyone who needs a compact go-everywhere tripod for their SLR camera. This tripod is truly outstanding and a pleasure to use.

5 comments:

Shiloh Strang said...

Hello Johan,

This is a very random comment (and sorry it’s not about the post), but… did you just enroll with “College Plus!”? If so, God Speed—I’m in the program right now. :)

~Shiloh

Johan said...

Hello Shiloh,

Thanks for the comment!, and yes, I did enroll recently. It looks like a good program with a godly focus.

BTW, do you mind if I ask how you knew?

Johan

Shiloh Strang said...

No, I don't mind at all... On the CP forum you can see all the new members who have recently joined... :) I changed my profile name (IrishMaiden) just for privacy.

I've found quite a few deals through the forum section where some students will sell their used books (for less then CP does)-- some people also waste a lot of time on the forum...

I hope you enjoy the program!

What degree are you going for?

In Christ,
~Shiloh

Johan said...

I see. I hadn't known about the forums. Thanks for the tip about the used books. Used books are the best!

I actually haven't yet decided on a degree, but am considering a variety ranging from journalism and communications to entrepreneurship. What degree are you working on?

God Bless!
Johan

Ebenezer Forest Farm said...

Communications and I think the “Life Purpose Planning” helped me a lot in deciding.

Persovero!
~Shiloh