Features:

• Flexible tripod designed for digital SLRs or camcorders weighing up to 6.6 pounds (3 kilograms)
• Fits into your purse, backpack, or roomy jacket pocket
• Innovative segmented leg design to ensure secure mounting
• Standard universal 1/4-20 screw for attaching your camera to the tripod mount (or use your own tripod head); 1/4-to-3/8-inch adapter included
• Expands creative options, or lets everyone get into self-timer shots

Editor Reviews:

Product Description:
The Gorillapod SLR-Zoom is a heavy-duty version, designed with the serious photographer in mind. It makes taking digital photos more fun than ever. Mount your camera or video camera just about anywhere you want so that you can increase your creative options. All you need to do is use the universal 1/4-20 screw or your own tripod head to attach your camera to the standard tripod mount and then wrap the three flexible segmented legs securely to a nearby tree branch, fence, park bench or anything else that's convenient. Durable and innovative, the Gorillapod weighs just 8.5 ounces or 241 grams and can support cameras such as DSLRs with zoom lenses and video cameras weighing up to 6.6 pounds, or 3 kilograms. Measuring just 9.8 inches in length, the Gorillapod fits easily into a purse, backpack, or even a roomy jacket pocket. Dimensions - 9.8 x 2.4 x 2.4 inches (250 x 60 x 60 mm) Weight - 241 grams (8.5 ounces)

From the Manufacturer:
The Joby GP3-01EN Gorillapod SLR-Zoom makes taking digital photos more fun than ever. Designed with the serious photographer in mind, the Gorillapod lets you mount your camera or video camera just about anywhere you want so that you can increase your creative options. All you need to do is use the universal 1/4-20 screw or your own tripod head to attach your camera to the standard tripod mount, then wrap the three flexible segmented legs securely to a nearby tree branch, fence, park bench, or anything else that's convenient. Say goodbye to looking for ways to stabilize your handheld shots or to get that unique perspective--now you can be free to shoot however you like!

Durable and innovative, the Gorillapod weighs just 8.5 ounces, or 241 grams, and can support cameras--such as DSLRs with zoom lensea and video cameras--weighing up to 6.6 pounds, or 3 kilograms. Measuring just 9.8 inches in length, the Gorillapod fits easily into a purse, backpack, or even a roomy jacket pocket.

Rating : - JUST WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR!
I have been looking for a multi-tasking tripod and I have found it! The Joby GP1-OBEN Gorillapod is incredibly versatile, very strong, sturdy, and easy to use! The blue grips really help with keeping the camera steady in unusual positions. I have not had one bit of trouble with it! I recommend this space-saving, well built tripod for anyone looking to enhance their camera kit!