Joby Handypod Mini Tripod and Handgrip for DSLR, Mirrorless CSC and Compact Cameras, LED Lights, Microphones, Portable Speakers, Action Cameras and Accessories Up to 2.2lbs (JB01555)

Generally speaking, it's a good deal and nice package and i'm certain I would have been happy with this, however I decided to return it due to it not working properly with my 12 Pro MaxI purchased this with the intention of using the Impulse remote for night photography, or taking shots while using the grip feature of the tripod, but sadly, although this will pair with the phone, I was unable to take any shot in any of the camera settings during repeated attempts to take a shot with the phone as intended.I did try testing the remote with an old Galaxy S8 phone to see if the remote was faulty and it worked perfectly with that, but after a few (successful) attempts of reconnecting the device in the bluetooth settings of the 12 Pro Max, but it unable to take a shot in the camera mode, realised there must be some limitation, or obscure setting I couldn't fathom out in the settings.I gave a mark of 4/5 due to it being a good deal if it works with your phone, yet deducted a point because it didn't work with mine and there was no information available to suggest it was incompatible.

The tripod is really three separate parts - The tripod itself, the grip for a mobile phone and a bluetooth remote. I bought the version with the bluetooth remote because I was going to be using it for video recordings with me facing the camera. When using hand held, with the remote attached to the leg of the tripod, there is a very audible click when the button is pressed. This is not ideal as the click has to be edited out. There have been times where the remote hasn't actually triggered video start / stop. I am least impressed with the remote.The clamp for the mobile phone does the job pretty well. I would like one that gripped tightly and locked in place. The spring loaded one doesn't inspire full confidence when walking or cycling with the phone recording. That said, it has not fallen out yet !I thought the phone grip was a bit cumbersome when folded, but then realised that you could fold it right away when the head adjusting button was pressed on the tripod. This made it much safer in a rucksack.The tripod itself is well made. Works well as a mini tripod and as a hand grip.The tripod is available for a fair deal less without the remote. Having experienced the remote and found it less useful than I had thought, I would opt for the version without the remote.

Love everything about this! Just what I needed.I bought the full version with the phone clamp and Bluetooth device and really enjoy using it.It’s pretty sturdy for my phone and won’t fall off unless you press the Joby bar thing in, although not good for my Nikon D5500 (think that’s too heavy depending on what lens is on.The only thing I’d say that annoys me is the Bluetooth device that you can fix on the side as it gets in the way of the mount when you close it all up or put the phone in the clamp, although you can just take it off but apart from that can’t fault it.

This camera arrived safely. I cannot give you any details as weather conditions and Covid19 restrictions have prevented me from experimenting, and I don't see that changing anytime soon. I've always rated Canon camera's, and I expect this one to justify the ratings I have given.

I bought this for filming vlogs with my Sony Cybershot. It feels very robust and sturdy and works well as a device for handheld filming, but the moment you put it on a surface that has even the slightest polish (kitchen surface, table, desk...) the feet just slide. I will need to stick rubber grips or bands to the bottom to help it stand up properly or the feet just slide until it topples over. For this reason I really would not recommend it.