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PICTURE PERFECT STEADY MULTI-TOOL
WHITEWATER-READY PHOTOGRAPHY GEAR
GERBER
The foldout feet of Gerber’s new Steady add a whole new dimension to the term multi-tool. It’s tricky to keep a smartphone still enough to get razor sharp images,
but the suction cup mount on this pocket-sized knife-cum-tripod allows you to steady your phone before shooting. The standard screw mount also works with compact digital cameras up to 12 ounces. High Sign: More reasons to go Steady include two knives, pliers, screwdrivers, a bottle opener, wire cutters… Low Sign: The suction cup doesn’t stick to textured surfaces so most smart- phone cases have to come off.
www.gerbergear.com $64
A QUAPA C SLR CAMERA CASE
When your dSLR and lens set-up is worth more than your shuttle rig, taking pictures riverside is high stakes business. Essentially a drybag for your camera, Aquapac’s SLR Camera Case lets you shoot on or in the water worry- free. Operate your camera through the supple material of the case while capturing crystal clear images through the acrylic lens. High Sign: We had fun getting shots from in the river and other taboo perspectives. Low Sign: Depending on the layout of your SLR, adjusting some functions through the case is fiddly.
www.aquapac.net $140
DIGITAL EXTRA: To watch this gear in action go to
Rapidmag.com/0063 or download the Rapid app.
PANASONIC DMC-TS4
Because a Pelicase won’t fit in the chest pocket of your PFD. Waterproof, shockproof, dustproof and freezeproof, this little point-and-shoot is a rugged alternative to a bulkier set-up. 12.1 megapixels and the ability to take full 1,080p HD video, a wide angle lens and extensive manual options mean it’s more than enough camera for most recreational photographers. High Sign: Built-in GPS tagging stores each photo’s location in the file info. Low Sign: It’s power hungry— carry spare batteries.
www.panasonic.com $400
JOBY GORILLAPOD
More flexible than an 11-year-old Rus- sian gymnast, this tripod has two-dozen leg joints that contort for a stable shot, no matter the terrain. We had the SLR-Zoom version wrapped around tree branches, rocks, paddle shafts and thwarts, and the rubberized rings and foot grips kept our camera and heavy zoom set-up rock solid. High Sign: The SLR-Zoom model we tested was an easy-to-stow 9.5 inches tall. Low Sign: The ballhead lock doesn’t allow
for panning when shooting video.
www.joby. com. $80 (SLR-Zoom and Ballhead Combo)
—Michael Mechan
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