The Platypod Pro is getting a lot of buzz lately and for good reason. This very simple and small yet effective plate can serve you well in a pinch when you need a “tripod.” Plates for mounting cameras are not new but what makes this new entry cool is not only its size but “legs.” There are three bolts that can be inserted to give the flat plate the ability to be used on unlevel surfaces. It comes in a sleeve inside the case that when used alone makes transport really simple.
You have to add a tripod head to the Platypod to make it totally functional. I added the Really Right Stuff BH-25 which works well, it’s not to tall. What you see is the D4s / 24-70VR attached to the unit and when you have everything plumbed up, it holds the rig real steady. Personally, this rig is too much for the Platypod but not the D750 /18-35AFS which is more likely what I’d use it with. Because it is all such a small package, you can place it where you couldn’t a table top or traditional tripod. Give it a gander, you might find it in your stocking shortly :-)