Case Star Octopus Style Tripod Review

There are many types of octopus style tripods out there, and despite them all having the same basic feature of being able to wrap them selves around something, this one has 2 features that I think puts it ahead of the rest

Before we get to the features I like, lets talk about the basics. The legs on this tripod, like most flexible or octopus style tripods, can securely wrap around a variety of objects. Tree limbs, poles, handlebars, your wrist, etc will act as a secure base for this tripod. The ball joints give it great articulation and the white rubber bands around each ball acts as a grip. Ever try setting a tripod on a rock or uneven ground, this one has no problem with either, just twist and bend the legs to what ever you need the height, angle or level to be.

Camera weight isn't really a problem if you have a modern digital camera.  Most modern digital cameras are fairly lightweight, and if you plan on using your phone camera, you can buy this tripod with a smart phone attachment.

I bought this one on Amazon for $3.79 from China and it came with a smartphone attachment.

Now what I think makes this one a bit better then the rest, is first... the lock ring/camera attachment. Many of these type tripods do not offer a removable attachment that can be screwed into your camera much the same way you would a large full size tripod. Thus allowing you to just slide the camera on or off this tripod as needed. This isn't just about convenience though. With this attachment, you can position your tripod without the cumbersomeness of having your camera attached, or worse trying to screw your camera on while in an awkward angle. Instead just place your tripod, then when its secure, slide your camera into place.

The second reason I like this one is the ball joint just beneath the lock ring. A majority of these type tripod do not have this joint, so if you need to angle your camera, it has to be done with the legs. But with a single ball joint beneath the lock ring, gives you much more range of angles to shoot from.

Now there is a problem with this tripod, and really its less of a 'problem' and more of a 'this aint built for that'. Whats it not built for? Being used as a regular tripod. This tripod excels at being twisted, turned, bent and misshapen, but try to bend the legs to perfect straightness, and place on a table... and something just won't feel right. One leg will be slightly longer, one will be bent slightly angled, basically it'll drive you nuts cause you'll look at the tripod and see that its just ever so slightly not standing right. It can be used as a regular tripod of course, but if you need a regular tripod just buy one. This tripod won't be happy unless you use its super power, to be bent into ridiculous positions so you can take selfies and group photos in places no normal tripod would dare go.