Benro Launches New TablePod Flex And KoalaPod Tripods

The New Benro TablePod Flex tripod combines rigid carbon fibre legs with flexible legs that offer a modular system that allows you to set up and use the tripod in a range of configurations. You can mix the flex legs with the carbon fibre legs to create unique configurations that can be used as a traditional tripod or can be wrapped around an object for use in almost any location. When not in use the flexible legs are stored inside the rigid carbon legs.

The TablePod Flex kit includes an Arca-compatible ballhead that features 360-degree pan rotation with a built-in pan scale, an Arca - compatible quick release plate for easy camera attachment and there are two built-in 90° notches so the head can quickly be switched between Landscape and Portrait orientations. The head features two quarter-inch mounts that allow you to attach additional accessories or connect the flex legs to use as accessory arms.

Included with the kit are 3 flex legs, a set of 3 feet, a phone holder with a cold shoe mount that fits most smartphones and a case with a carabiner for attaching to your backpack or camera bag. Also included is an auxiliary locking ring that helps the flexible legs lock securely.

Folding up to a compact size – just 30.5cm, this kit weighs 0.43kg and will support up to 3kg.

Also announced is the Benro KoalaPod which is ideal for mobile devices and small compact cameras. It features a built-in ballhead with a quarter-inch mounting thread and can easily switch between landscape and portrait format.

When wrapping the legs around an object you can use the included auxiliary lock ring to hold it in place, in addition, a quick lock clamp is also included which clips the legs together, so they don’t drift apart. Three built-in accessory mounts allow you to add additional legs to mount microphones, LED lights and more. The KoalaPod is available in two versions.

The standalone KP1 KoalaPod includes the tripod, quick-lock clamp, auxiliary locking ring and drawstring bag. While the KP1K KoalaPod Kit adds a folding smartphone holder and 2 additional legs to hold accessories. In addition, further accessory legs can be purchased if required.

KoalaPod is just 26.6cm long when folded, weighs 0.22kg and will support 1.5kg

Pricing - The Benro TablePod Flex is priced at £140 while the KoalaPod is available with prices ranging from £9-£45.