Project Gadget » Tripods + Monopods http://projectgadget.com Unbiased Gadget reviews Tue, 07 Sep 2010 01:17:44 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 XShot Monopod 2.0 | Be in the Video! http://projectgadget.com/portables/xshot-monopod-review/ http://projectgadget.com/portables/xshot-monopod-review/#comments Sun, 10 Jan 2010 02:01:46 +0000 Michael Vorel http://projectgadget.com/?p=1246 Recently I received an xshot 2.0 monopod which allows you to put yourself in a photo or video by yourself. The concept is to connect to the bottom of your flip video camera or digital camera, extend the 9" telescoping pole and take the shot from 37" away. It's that easy. I often attend trade shows and now have a camera crew with me at all times!

To understand what you can do with the XShot you can see the xshot video review


Why is this a Cool Gadget?

  • You can travel solo  and still be in the photo or video
  • No more asking strangers to take a photo for you
  • iPhone adapter allows flexibilty for iPhone pictures using self timers or video camera in 3GS.
  • Lightweight design
  • Extends to 37"
  • Only 9" when closed
  • Adjustable head allows for custom angles and ability to shoot from a high elevation (perfect for concerts)
  • Weighs 5 ounces!

XShot 2.0 with iPhone attachment

Small compact size - 9" and weighs 5oz.

The Killer Trade Show Kit (XShot 2.0, Iphone adapter, iPhone, Flip Cam)

This week I will be attending Affiliate Summit, a trade show in Las Vegas and will be using the XShot Camera extender to video the show and conduct informal interviews. Overall the product is well designed, lightweight and extremely useful (thank you XShot for the demo unit). If you use the iPhone the ability to take photos or videos on your own is worth the investment. If you purchase an xshot it helps me buy more gadgets - so thanks :)

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