When cityscapes make it hard for photographers to find even ground, Silence Corner offers a solution. They created the Viperpod, a hybrid tripod that can hang almost anywhere. This allows for easy solo shooting.
The Viperpod is currently on Kickstarter. It gets its name because it looks like a viper ready to strike when its central axis is flipped. Its three legs, made of carbon fiber and aluminum, then extend into place.
Smart Design for Easy Use
The device weighs 2.55 pounds (1.16 kg). It has an external center column, unlike most tripods. This design saves time because you don't need to pull out and flip the column before use.
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The external flip-center column also turns the Viperpod into a pan and tilt handle. This helps with stable video shooting. However, the designers note it's not a fluid head system, so a separate fluid head is needed for that.
Creative Shooting Options
The Viperpod features a C-shaped inverted ball head with two panoramic modes. This gives photographers more freedom to compose shots at different angles. An enlarged locking knob makes it easy to use even with gloves, which is helpful for long night exposures.
At the bottom of the center column, there's a strong aluminum alloy hook. You can hang your backpack on it for extra stability in windy conditions.
Viperpod Light Model
There is also a Viperpod Light model. It weighs 2.1 pounds (960 g) and is a bit shorter. It can hold 13.2 pounds (6 kg) of gear and is made from the same carbon fiber and aluminum. Its folded size is 15.4 inches (39.3 cm), with a maximum extension of 53 inches (135 cm) and a minimum height of 15.5 inches (39.5 cm).
The Viperpod Light is available for a $279 pledge on Kickstarter. The standard Viperpod is $309. If funding and production go as planned, shipping is expected in September.
Deep Dive & References
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