San Francisco, CA—Joby launched three portable tripods in its GorillaPod product line: the GorillaPod Micro 250, GorillaPod Micro 800 and GorillaPod Hybrid. All three are designed to meet the needs of today’s digital camera consumer, whether an enthusiast shooting on the go with a point-and-shoot camera or a prosumer sporting the latest compact system camera. GorillaPod Micro works with a point-and-shoot camera as an always-on tripod that Joby says offers “the stability, range of movement and versatility of full-size supports.” Concealed beneath the base of the camera, it is also convenient to carry and fits in any camera case or pocket....

Gary Fong extended its Flip-Cage line with the Pro series, which accommodates larger point-and-shoot cameras. The Flip-Cage is a lightweight, multipurpose accessory for P&S cameras that attaches to the camera’s tripod mount and “flips” from a protective roll-cage to a tabletop stand. When closed, it provides protection from accidental drops; when open, it swings out to provide a tabletop platform that locks a point-and-shoot camera in a vertical or horizontal orientation, so photographers can step out from behind the lens and enter the shot. It also converts into a macro stand for shooting extreme close-ups, or with its legs pressed together...

Elmsford, NY—Benro’s A-150EXU digital tripod kit is designed as a compact and lightweight solution that weighs 2.2 pounds but can support cameras up to 4.4 pounds. 

The tripod travels well at 20.4 inches folded, while extending to a full height of 62.7 inches. Three position leg angles allow height adjustment and low-level photography—especially in combination with a reversible center column that splits to permit shooting at 7.5 inches. 

A standard wing-nut-style center column locking collar provides ease of use and extra strength, and quick-lock four-section aluminum legs help make setup and packing fast. Thick layer closed-cell nitrile butadiene rubber provides...

Joby, Inc., designer of the Gorillapod flexible camera tripod, added two products to its Gorillapod lineup. Gorilla Magnetic Tripod. Inspired by the positive reception of the Gorillatorch hands-free flashlight, Joby’s Gorillapod Magnetic flexible tripod features magnets in its feet so that it can be anchored to any magnetic surface, in addition to being secured with its fully articulating legs. It can be stuck to a pole, or wrapped around a tree branch, for example. The Gorillapod Magnetic supports compact cameras and mini video cameras weighing up to 11.5 ounces yet it weighs 2.5 ounces and is 6 inches tall. It will be...