Give your camera legs.

Your typical mini tripod is limited to holding your camera on level, flat surfaces. And as you can see, the gorillapod isn't your typical mini tripod. Not only does it have a unique design, but it can be used in ways you may not have thought of

The three legs are composed of a series of joints, making each leg bendable. You can wrap the legs around a pole, a tree branch, or your arm, or you can adjust them for uneven surfaces. The legs are stiff enough to stay in place, and the rubber feet have good grip. At its full height, the gorillapod is almost 6.5 inches tall

The bottom line. If you have a compact point-and-shoot camera, the gorillapod is well worth its affordable price. If you have a SLR camera, you can get a SLR-compatible gorillapod for $49.95.

COMPANY: Joby
CONTACT: 888-569-5629, www.joby.com
PRICE: $21.95
REQUIREMENTS: Camera with tripod mount
Portable. Sturdy. Unique design.
You'll need to shell out a few extra bucks for a SLR-sturdy gorillapod.