Tamrac Zipshot Tripod Product Review and Giveaway!
When I first took the Zipshot out I was surprised at how small it actually is. But don’t confuse size for strength – this little guy can pull it’s own weight! While it feels light, it actually is quite strong for its size.
The first time I took it out of it’s box (which was small itself) I undid the two bungees wrapped around the legs and let go. In just a couple seconds I heard “snap, snap snap snap” as the four sections of the legs popped into place. The legs are similar to the poles you would find in a tent – metal with a bungee system inside. Each portion of the leg fits into the one above and they fit together as one unit. When you are done, you simply pull the legs slightly fold them up to portion of the leg. It’s a quick and easy set up and take down.
The Zipshot has proven to be great for my point and shoot camera, but because of the small size I was a bit hesitant to put my DSLR on it. I undid the wingnut screw and slid my Nikon on. It is a large camera, even with the kit lens, and I’m not exactly sure how heavy it is. I took a deep breath and walked away after securing the camera on there (I swear she weights more than 3 lbs!). Not only did the Zipshot hold the large DSLR I have, but did without any problem until I removed it. While I think the Zipshot will be good for quick pictures on the go with the DSLR, I do not thing I would use it with my telephoto lens that weighs a few pounds on its own.
The Zipshot is only 15″ when it is completely folded up, and snaps to a full 44 inches when set up. For me, the height is just a little low for some pictures I like to take, but it is close to a standard eye level so will provide great views on whatever you’re taking images of.
When you first get a Zipshot it comes with an all metal ball head screw set up to attach your camera. You can also get an accessory kit for a quick connect and disconnect system. I think this is definitely something I will be adding to my collection of photography tools, and it would make a great gift to any photo-buff in your family!
Tamrac is giving one lucky reader a Zipshot tripod! Make sure you read how to enter below!
Enter to win with the form below. The mandatory entry is leaving a comment on this blog post telling me what feature you like most about the Zipshot! If you do not do this entry – you will not win! So make sure you leave a comment and then enter using the form linked below!Find Tamrac Online:
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I love how small it is and how quick it opens up
I like that the Zipshot is only 15 inches when folded up.
Amie Olson
Don’t have a tripod and would absolutely love this one!
I like the compact size, it’s easy to store in a suitcase, etc..
I love how trim and compact it becomes! 🙂
I like how compact it is.
Definitely the compactness – it’s a pain to drag my big tripod around.
Would be nice to have a tripod. Like how small this is
I like the smallness of it & that it only weighs 11 ounces
I need to win this for my husband! He has been telling me how much he wants a tripod that is light and doesn’t take up tons of space. This is perfect!
I love the compact size.
I love the portablility of it, so nice to be able to have it handy without the burden of big and bulky!
I love the compact size of it!
Good choice when the big tripod is too heavy or overkill.
I like the fact that its so compact. I’ve never owned a Tripod, but some friends of ours do, and every since we visited them this last August and watched them use theirs, I’ve wanted one!! This sounds like it would be perfect for us, because my husband hates anything that takes up too much space, or is too heavy to carry around. I would love to win this for him for Christmas!! Thank You for doing this Giveaway!!
I like how small and easy it looks!
I like that it’s easy to tote around. The tripod I have is sooooooo heavy and cumbersome that I pretty much never use it.
I like that its compact and light weight. Thanks for the chance to win.
I have a new camera – it’d be awesome to have this as well!
I love how the legs snap into place
I like it because it is small and can be carried with you .
I really need to start working on getting everything lighter, I have fibromyalgia, so, light weight is the key!
I like how small it is