I found the Platypod Extreme to be a nice stable and reliable base for my Insta360 X2. On a recent trip to Greece, it was perfect for quick setup on a variety of uneven surfaces, including the uneven floors of ancient Byzantine churches and within the swiftly moving waters of stream beds. What I appreciated most was that I was never worried about it falling over and damaging my expensive equipment. My biggest gripe is how easily the screw protectors fall off and how sharp those screws are. I lost one of mine the very first day of use.
Thanks for the review. I have a Platypod and I love how low it allows me to get. So much easier than hand holding when taking reflections in a small puddle of water.
Thanks, great review with examples of where to use the platypod. One question though: would it be possible to strap this plate to a railing (which is usually round pieces of wood) ? Or would that be too small in diameter? I wonder.
I think my platypod is second generation as it has four spikes and not three(I think the original had 3). I like my plate better as it is more solid with few opening (that give this version some additional flexibility). However, one thing I absolutely love in the current version are the flipping "legs". I have my legs in a pod magnetically attached to the plate. So, one has to put them on and off all the time. So, a bit slower to use that the new one. You did a really nice review.
I found the Platypod Extreme to be a nice stable and reliable base for my Insta360 X2. On a recent trip to Greece, it was perfect for quick setup on a variety of uneven surfaces, including the uneven floors of ancient Byzantine churches and within the swiftly moving waters of stream beds. What I appreciated most was that I was never worried about it falling over and damaging my expensive equipment. My biggest gripe is how easily the screw protectors fall off and how sharp those screws are. I lost one of mine the very first day of use.
Thanks for the review. I have a Platypod and I love how low it allows me to get. So much easier than hand holding when taking reflections in a small puddle of water.
I'll notice it. Carrying around a 50r and 100s + lenses. 1/2 pound is 1/2 pound. Great review, Thank you!
Thanks, great review with examples of where to use the platypod. One question though: would it be possible to strap this plate to a railing (which is usually round pieces of wood) ? Or would that be too small in diameter? I wonder.
I think my platypod is second generation as it has four spikes and not three(I think the original had 3). I like my plate better as it is more solid with few opening (that give this version some additional flexibility). However, one thing I absolutely love in the current version are the flipping "legs". I have my legs in a pod magnetically attached to the plate. So, one has to put them on and off all the time. So, a bit slower to use that the new one. You did a really nice review.
How do you activate the shutter ?
or mount the lens to the ball head to resolve the "front heavy' issue of a big lens.