I use the Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom along with a DSLR depending on the lens used 1400-1500 g is on the scale. Solage one with the gorilla remains on a surface, it works quite well, as long as you align him that one leg is forward under the lens. Use to to pinch him for example, a rod or similar device works only a very limited extent. You get namely the camera is not aligned properly. If you try this shortcoming by means of a (light) femoral heads equalize the load lever is so long that the entire device is relatively fragile and you have to worry about losing his valuable DSLR.
Conclusion: The Joby Gorillapod SLR-Zoom is certainly very well suited to him, for example, take on the road as a light and compact tripod replacement. The universal usefulness, which is advertised is yes, probably not given by my Einschätzugn.
