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Polaroid Introduces Travel Tripod, Telescoping Monopod
4 August 2016
Polaroid has introduced a 55-inch carbon fiber travel tripod and a two-in-one telescoping camera monopod. Both products offer advanced features at a modest price.
Ball Head. With level.
TRIPOD
The Polaroid travel tripod features a small fluid ball head, braced center columns and adjustable spider legs with non-slip foot grips. Its carbon fiber body makes it up to 50 percent lighter than a metal equivalent would be. The fully articulating ball head has a quick release plate and bubble level.
Highlights of the travel tripod include:
- Carbon fiber body
- Compact ball head with bubble and quick release plate
- An extension height of over 55 inches
- Compacts to just 12.5 inches
- Weighs less than 3.0 pounds
- Can hold up to 20 pounds
- Includes travel tripod carrying case
MONOPOD
The Polaroid varipod two-in-one telescoping monopod can be used as either a monopod or a tripod with an extension height of 65 inches. The four-inch tripod base is removable.
Monopod Base. It's removable.
Polaroid varipod monopod feature highlights include:
- A two-in-one monopod and tripod base
- Locking tripod feet with rubber grip pads
- An extension height of 65 inches
- Base tilt angle, rotation and telescoping section locks
- Includes a removable wrist strap and shoulder carrying bag
PRICE, AVAILABILITY
The Polaroid travel tripod with its ball head and a carrying case is available at Amazon for $99.99.
The Polaroid varipod monopod with a removable wrist strap and carrying bag is available at Amazon for $54.46.
For more information see the news release below.
Polaroid Introduces Travel Tripod and Polaroid Varipod Two-in-One Telescoping Monopod
Portability and versatility aid image makers of all skill levels in capturing life's moments
RIDGEFIELD PARK, N.J. -- Complementing its growing collection of camera accessories, Polaroid has recently added the Polaroid pro series 55" carbon fiber travel tripod and the Polaroid varipod two-in-one telescoping camera monopod to its repertoire. Available today through Amazon, the Polaroid travel tripod and monopod are ideal for everyone from the casual photographer or videographer to the serious prosumer looking for extra stability and versatility to capture that unforgettable shot.
About the Polaroid Travel Tripod
Designed for the on-the-go photographer and videographer, the Polaroid travel tri[c ballhead.jpg 300 374 "" ""]pod offers intelligent features like a fluid pan-head, braced center columns and adjustable spider legs with non-slip foot grips that handle uneven and rugged terrain. Thanks to its carbon fiber body, the Polaroid travel tripod is up to 50 percent lighter than its metal counterparts, with rugged durability to withstand the rigors of shooting on the go. The fully articulating ball head and removable plate offer photographers and videographers the ability to capture the perfect shot from just about any angle.
Polaroid travel tripod feature highlights include:
- A 100 percent carbon fiber body, 50 percent lighter than metal yet just as durable
- An extension height of over 55"
- A compactible size of just 12.5"
- Weighs less than three pounds with the ability to hold up to 20 pounds
- An included travel tripod carrying case
About the Polaroid Varipod Monopod
The Polaroid varipod two-in-one telescoping monopod can be used as both a monopod and a tripod, both of which offer incredible extended reach. Its rugged form-factor makes it ideal for shooting in any condition. With a removable four-inch tripod base, the Polaroid varipod monopod provides camera height where it is needed the most. Professional photographers and videographers will love this tool for its inclusive features, fine positioning controls and ability to stabilize difficult-to-capture shots.
Polaroid varipod monopod feature highlights include:
- A two-in-one monopod and tripod base that can be used independently or together
- Locking tripod feet with rubber grip pads
- An extension height of 65"
- A base tilt angle, rotation and telescoping section locks for secure positioning
- An included removable wrist strap and shoulder carrying bag
Pricing and Availability
The Polaroid travel tripod is now available via Amazon for $99.99 and ships with a fully articulating ball head with removable plate and travel tripod carrying case. The Polaroid varipod monopod is now available via Amazon for $54.46 and ships with a removable wrist strap and a shoulder carrying bag.