Platypod Extreme Review

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This video reviews the Platypod Extreme, a tripod base which allows ground-level setup for your camera. This lightweight, useful photography accessory can allow you to set up your camera in all sorts of places that you wouldn't have been able to reach before.
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[@AndrewAliferis]

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.

[@thelazyphotographer4761]

I'll notice it. Carrying around a 50r and 100s + lenses. 1/2 pound is 1/2 pound. Great review, Thank you!

[@darrellosullivan9901]

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.

[@erichstocker8358]

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.

[@Goldberry2007]

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.

[@ladykay8]

or mount the lens to the ball head to resolve the "front heavy' issue of a big lens.

[@neiltsubota4697]

How do you activate the shutter ?