Showing posts with label DSLR Stabilizer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label DSLR Stabilizer. Show all posts

Monday, July 4, 2011

I must be crazy...my Stabilizers now selling for only $79.95.

Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

Hi Pentaxian friends.

I must be crazy, but I have reduced my Stabilizers to a ridiculously low price. Why?
Because I want you to have one. Once you have one, you'll wonder how you got around without it.
Available for all models of Canon, Nikon, Pentax, etc.
Actually...there is a Stabilizer that will  fit your DSLR.
Only $79.95*
$99.95 for Customized Stabilizer.
*At that low price, the handgrip is optional. 



Friday, June 10, 2011

AlettA Photographic - Who we are and what we do.

You can email us at brqyvn@gmail.com



For many years, I hauled a clumsy and heavy tripod with me, almost every time I went somewhere to take pictures. We all know that if you want blur free pictures, a tripod is the best way to achieve good results. The problem is that a solid tripod is big and heavy, even if it's made of carbon fiber. It's hard to carry one everywhere you go, it takes time to set it up, and some public places won't even allow its use. It is difficult to travel with one. The problem is even bigger when you use a telephoto lens, like 300mm and above. Modern DSLRs have Shake Reduction systems, but the keyword here is "Reduction". If you want to eliminate shake and not only reduce it, you need a solid tripod or something else. It's the "something else" that has bothered me for a long time. Companies came out with bean bags, clip-on units, different tripod designs, monopods, flexible legs tripods, etc. The problem is that they all come from designing inside the "box"...using the same design with variations. I started thinking outside the proverbial box and I came up with my Stabilizer.

I wanted something light and small that could fit in my camera bag. I wanted something that would protect the camera's underside when resting on any surface, flat or irregular. I was fed up with my camera tipping over when a big lens was attached. (I scratched or broke many lens shades because of that). Finally it came to me. What we need is a gizmo that attaches to the bottom of the camera, with adjustable legs, one that keeps the camera from tipping over and one that can be leveled on any surface. It should also fit in my camera bag while still attached to the camera. It should not add more than 12-14 ounces to the overall weight of the camera and should be ideal for the traveling photographer. It should be made of aircraft aluminum and CNC machined in the USA...no cheap plastic here. It would be nice to incorporate a hand grip and some kind of anti-slip material between the camera bottom and the top of the gizmo to keep the camera from shifting. I would like it's finish to be durable and matching the finish of my DSLR.

Well...we designed such a gizmo. We called it the AlettA Stabilizer.

AlettA Photographic came about after I designed the Stabilizer for my own use with a Pentax DSLR. After years of favorable comments from friends and other photographers, I decided that I should share the Stabilizer with the rest of the photographic world. It took a while...but the gizmo has mutated to "The AlettA Stabilizer" and is available for purchase.

It is custom designed and manufactured for many of the most popular DSLRs, but can also be fitted to just about any camera. The current line includes the Pentax K-5 and K-7, the Nikon D7000, D700 and D300S plus the Canon EOS 5D and EOS 7D. Note that the Stabilizers are designed to fit to the contour of the preceding DSLRs that are equipped with their optional battery grip. The battery grip gives that extra vertical space that accommodates large diameter lenses. However, it will also work without a battery grip installed.

We hope that you search this blogsite for additional information, images, videos and description of our products. We invite your comments and questions.

Thank you for giving us some of your valuable time. We appreciate you.

Yvon Bourque
AlettA Photographic is trademarked and The Stabilizer patent is applied for.

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

The iPhone is incredible. Using the iMovie, downloaded for $4.99, I was able to make a half-decent video presentation of my AlettA Photographic Stabilizer.

Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

Hi Pentaxian friends.

This past weekend, we were relaxing in Palm Springs, like we do about once a Month. Believe it or not, our favorite Hotel is actually called "Hotel California". "We can check out anytime we want but we can hardly leave.

We hiked in the Indian Canyon area and took some pictures. The main purpose of that hike was to use my AlettA Stabilizer and put it to the test. I know my opinion is certainly partial, but I just love this little gadget. I don't have to carry a tripod, it stays attached to my camera and I can set it up just about anywhere. We all know that the best way to take a blur free picture is to use a tripod or stabilize your camera somehow so it won't move.  The Stabilizer does just that. You can set it up on a rock, on the ground, on a fence, on a mailbox, or just about any hard to medium hard surface. 

I like to use it as much as I can and I also use the remote shutter so the camera doesn't move at all during exposure. Yes...the on board shake reduction system is great, but nothing replaces a good solid setup.

Anyway, using my little iPhone 4, I was able to shoot some half decent footage of the Stabilizer set up. Take a look at this Youtube video.

I'm so tired that I will have to go to bed now, but this simple video has got me all excited, when I think of all the possibilities. My future post will likely include videos clips to help get my points across. What a wonderful era we live in.

Thanks for stopping by,

Yvon Bourque

Monday, May 16, 2011

Florida with the Pentax K-5, and how to save your camera from a mini flood. :)



Hi Pentaxian friends.

My daughter was married this past Saturday and it was a great wedding. I would post some pictures  but it might be too personal to share here.

I am spending the rest of the week in Florida and today we drove to Amelia Island and took a few pictures. They are nothing special but they show the flexibility of the K-5 at high ISO.

Moon over Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Amelia Island's Courthouse.


Favorite mode of transportation along the beach.


Do you know what could happen to your camera if a glass of Rhum and Coke were to hit it? Well,  with the Aletta Stabilizer attached, the liquid goes right unver the equipment.

Thank you for visiting,

Yvon Bourque

Sunday, May 1, 2011

We may have the AlettA Stabilizer for your DSLR in stock and ready to ship. Check out for Pentax, Nikon and Canon DSLRs.


Hi Pentaxian friends.

I received a lot of emails asking if the current AlettA Stabilizer would fit several or all DSLRs. Not having all cameras brands and models on hand, it would just be guessing from my part to tell you if the current Stabilizer would fit under your camera or battery grip with certainty. I know for sure that it fits perfectly under the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-7. I visited Sammy's Camera in Pasadena last week and traced templates for the Nikon D-7000, D-700 and D300s, as well as the Canon 5D and 7D. Upon close analysis, I found that the differences between all of these cameras, in terms of footprint, were negligible and that the current Stabilizer would indeed work just fine.

Although we are working on making dedicated Stabilizers for all of the most popular DSLRs, you may want to check the template below with your camera. I do have to say that the Stabilizer works better when installed under a battery grip for the simple reason that the distance between the lens and the Stabilizer is greater and allows for bigger lens (diameter wise).





Click on the image below to download a full size PDF image that you can print on your own printer. I included the dimensions so that you can check the accuracy of your printer. If not accurate, you can change the printer output in terms of percentage (up or down) until your print measurements are 1 to 1 when verified with a ruler. Note that you can also adjust the image size on your monitor until the dimensions are accurate, but you may risk scratching the screen.





To find out more about the AlettA Stabilizers, click on the links below:

AlettA Photographic

What is the Stabilizer?

Testimonies

P.S. If you have, or your friends have Nikon or Canon, or Sony or Olympus cameras, please let them know about the Stabilizers. It would be legitimate, for anyone but me, to post it's availability on any and all forums. I can't do it as it would be considered spamming.

Thank you for your visit,

Yvon Bourque

Saturday, April 30, 2011

It's weekend already. It's gonna be a Pentax DA* 300mm weekend.

Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

Hi Pentaxian friends.

Yesterday, I received my latest acquisition... a "like-new" Pentax DA* 300mm lens. Since I started to sell my AlettA Stabilizers for the K-5 & K-7, the only big lens I had to illustrate some of the functionality of the Stabilizer was an older Tokina 400mm. The Pentax 300mm weighs almost 3 pounds which is nearly one pound heavier than the Tokina. The 300mm came with no hood because it was broken when the camera was resting on a table and toppled over. That wouldn’t have happened with a Stabilizer under the camera.

So Sunday, weather permitting, I will go out and about and take pictures with my new DA* 300mm. There is no doubt that the quality of the images will be better than the older Tokina, but I will shoot with both lenses so we can compare. I have a 1.4x and a 1.7x tele-converters and will test the Stabilizer with them on. This will make the lenses much longer and defy the law of gravity. I don’t know if it will work or not but I will wait until Sunday to try.

Hope you have a great weekend and go take some pictures.

Thank you for stopping by,

Yvon Bourque



Pentax DA* 300mm f/4

Tokina SD 400mm f/5.6


Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Testimonies from users of the Aletta Stabilizer.

 Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

 Hi  Pentaxian friends.

I sold about fifty of the AlettA Stabilizers this first Month and I am getting some testimonies about it's usability. I''m also getting some unexpected new ways to use the Stabilizer. I posted a few emails I received and will do so every week. I certainly don't want to abuse the priviledge of being your host.

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From John T Gordon:

The Aletta Stabilizer that I recently purchased is proving to be a perfect companion for my new Pentax K5. It helps in many ways, notably for taking advantage of the live view feature. Never before could I so easily and with confidence place my camera right on the ground or in very awkward positions to take advantage of some unique point of view shots. I haven't removed it from my camera since I got it so there is no need too bring along something extra like a beanbag. The Stabilizer is a well made practical tool that can greatly enhance creativity, as I am now constantly looking for new shooting angle ideas. Stabilizer is a good name because the camera does not shake....period!

Another great use is for candid shots of people who might not really mind having their picture taken but freeze up in front of the camera. With the camera just sitting on the table (and not tipping forward) it doesn't appear to be ready for action...but with the remote you can fire away.

One last thing, it's extremely satisfying to be able to set your camera down and not worry about it tipping or getting bumped, just makes the whole unit feel very professional. It's kind of hard to explain until you have one.

Great product Sir ....keep up the good work John T Gordon.

Thank you so much for your comments John.

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From Chip Garre:

I got my Stabilizer, WOW, very nice. It looks nice, is well made, and does all you said it would. It is well worth the money. I also like the name of the company, Aletta, has a nice international ring.

If I may, a couple of suggestions on the next round of manufacturing. I have and use both a K-7 and a K10D (as well as my WG-1, GPS)

The base of the Stabilizer fits the K-7 battery grip perfectly and looks good. However, with the battery grip removed, the slot for the attaching bolt is too short and makes the camera offset from the Stabilizer. Could you make the slot longer?(Following his suggestion, all Stabilizers will now have a slot from the left to right of the stabilizer. Although specifically made for the K-7 and K-5, there are chances that it will fit many other DSLR models.)It is nice to have two sets of legs. Is it possible to include a nut with finger tighting wings so that if the foot bolt is fully extended, it can be "locked" for added stability?(That can be done, however, if that's important to you, Home Depot carries wing nuts for about 10 cents each. The size is 8-32. I think you will find them annoying as the Stabilizer is likely going to be used at many different places with their own irregularities.)I also really like the bolt for attaching the Stabilizer to the battery grip. Is this custom made for you? Is so, could I buy a couple of additional ones to put on my tripods? The method of attachment is much better then using a quarter to turn the screw.(I sold four D-Screws to Chip.)Bottom line..... it is really great, works very well, has gotten good comments by those here who have seen it and it is very well made.

Thanks for your hard work and creativity.

Chip GarreNew Hampshire

Thank you so much for your comments and suggestions Chip.

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From Henry Kisor:.

. . arrived yesterday (that was FAST) and I put it into use right away. I especially like it for handheld shooting -- I am of the right stature (short) to rest the stabilizer in my left palm and my elbow on my chest. Steady as a rock!

You asked for suggestions for improvement. I am not sure it can be done, but if you can find a way to put a small quick release on the handgrip so it can be easily removed from the camera along with the stabilizer and battery grip for "naked" shooting, that would be great. (The combination of camera, grip and stabilizer is kind of heavy to be worn around the neck all the time.)( I believe that it can be done using velcro sewed on the straps.I will work on that and offer it as an option a little later on.)Many thanks for this product.

Thank you so much for your comments and great practical suggestion Henry.

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So far, I shipped the Stabilizers mostly to the U.S. and Canada but also to Germany, Russia, Luxembourg, Hungary, France, and Norway. I'm so excited.

Thank you all,

Yvon Bourque


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Friday, April 22, 2011

Food for Photography thought

Hi Pentaxian friends.
  • Following up on my post of April 20th, it looks like I'm not the only one thinking that Internet traffic is slowing down, particularly blog sites and forums. From the comments received and emails (many from iPhone and mobile devices) Forums have become a place where too many Nay-Sayers hang out. It's unfortunate that there are so many trolling going on. There are a lot of people interested in photography, but posting comments or asking questions on many of the forums often returns "Smart Ass" answers. I do like the forum section of Photo.net,   as the belligerent people are kept in control.
  • As for the blog sites (mine included) traffic has indeed slowed down. Certainly, not everybody has learned everything about everything! There is still exchange of ideas, photography by examples, reviews of equipment, lessons, humor, etc., that can be brought up and discussed on blog sites. It does seem that more and more of the Internet surfing is done with mobile devices, making the actual logging to blog sites obsolete in a way. People either join your blog as follower, or through RSS feed and actually get the content of your blog sent directly to their iPhone, Droid or other mobile devices. It’s tedious to write long comments with the small qwerty keyboards and maybe the interaction is what has slowed down. What is it, as readers, you would like to see more of on blog sites. Let us know, we would like to post what you like.
     
     
  • I have updated the appearance of this blog site and decided to include a photo of myself.  I'm sorry if I don't fit the description of a movie star, but that's who I am. For those who thought that "Yvon" was a girl...sorry. The name is French Canadian and it is indeed a common name. The flip side is that it makes my blog a little more personal eh! You get to see who keeps making spelling mistakes. Eh! you know I'm French Canadian eh! I do the best I can eh! 
 

You have a smart phone? You can scan this QR code.



  • It would have been hard not to notice that I started a new venture this past Month. AlettA Photographic is my new endeavor. We will fabricate accessories for Digital SLRs. Our first item is the AlettA Stabilizer, currently available for the Pentax K-5 and K-7. or any DSLR with the same or very similar footprint.  The fabricator now has my templates for the Nikon D700, D300s, D7000 plus the Canon 7D and 5D Mk II. I should have these ready for shipping in the next few weeks. About 50 Stabilizers have been shipped so far. It's not too bad for our first two weeks. I received comments and suggestions from several buyers and I'm listening carefully. Everyone seem to like the stabilizer and I will post the comments and suggestions next week.
I wish everyone a great weekend of relaxation and maybe a good photographic weekend. If you observe Easter...Happy Easter.

 
Thank you for stopping by,

 
Yvon Bourque

Saturday, April 16, 2011

Favorite site of the Day: Photography Matters by Bruce Robbins. Check it out.

Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

Hi Pentaxian friends.

I started this blog four years ago, inspired by a  few bloggers I was following back then. One of them was Bruce Robbins. His current website is:

Check his site, he currently has a good article about long exposure photography and great images to prove it.
http://photography-matters.blogspot.com/

Bruce is a first class photographer and a great guy. Too bad I don't live in the U.K. I think we would get along well.

Thanks everyone for reading,

Yvon Bourque

Monday, April 11, 2011

The Aletta DSLR Stabilizer...what does it do?

 Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

Hi Pentaxian friends.

 The AlettA "DSLR Stabilizer" is finally available.



Available for the Pentax K-5 and Pentax K-7.
Available for theCanon EOS 5D Mk II and EOS 7D.

Available for the Nikon D7000, D700 and S300S.


The AlettA Stabilizer does the following:

It protects your camera from scratches.

It protects the attached lens or lens' hood from damages when resting on a table or other surface.

It incorporates a spirit bubble level, slightly offset for better reading, assuring horizontal level.

It includes a 1/4" threaded hole to install the whole camera system on a tripod for studio work.

It uses a genuine non-slip "egrips" on the top surface to prevent camera shifting.

It has an adjustable hand grip for secure camera holding. (A genuine leather hand grip is available at extra cost.)

It is made with aircraft aluminum, CNC machined for durability and quality. (No cheap plastic here)

It is powder coated with a durable black semi-gloss finish, matching the look and durability of your camera finish.

It has (3) sets of interchangeable and adjustable legs, allowing up to nearly 1-1/2" elevation differences.

It allows you to take pictures at very slow shutter speeds.

It makes telephoto handheld picture taking sturdier by providing a support point for the left hand

It allows low-to-the-ground picture taking.

It conforms to almost any surface, levels up to perfect horizontal position, and permits shake-free and blur free images.

Additional uses reported by beta users:

"I was at a restaurant and my camera was on the table with the stabilizer. My wife spilled her drink. It got everybody wet, except for the camera. The Tequila flowed under the camera." The Tequila flood was avoided with the Stabilizer island.

"Taking street photography, the camera can we held up against a wall for low light photography. I also set the camera on a table at an outside Coffee shop and took several candid shots of people walking by. I got some great shots."

I took pictures of flowers and wanted an ultra-low perspective. By setting the camera on the ground with the stabilizer my image came out perfectly, as I imagined...but without having to put my face in the dirt.


Downside:

Be prepared to answer questions from other photographers everywhere you go. They are intrigued by the Stabilizer.


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For all the other peripherals it replaces, all incorporated in one unit, we are introducing our "DSLR Stabilizer" at a price of $149.95 U.S.  Purchase yours here: Aletta Photographic




Monday, April 4, 2011

Field trip with my Pentax K-5 & K-7, both fitted with the AlettA Stabilizer. I can't wait to ship them out to you all.

Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

Hi Pentaxian friends.

First, I have to apologize once more for not having the Stabilizers on hand for shipping. It is so frustrating having something manufactured  in our Country, that sometimes, I too think it would be cheaper and faster to have my stuff manufactured in China. I'll wait out for a few more days, maybe another week, but if I don't get my shipment, I will be forced to look somewhere else. I really don't want to. I really want to have all my equipment fabricated here in the USA, but it's so complicated. It feels like I'm doing something bad.

Fabricators and Manufacturers seem to be willing to make my equipment when their work load is slow, it seems,  or in between bigger jobs. I understand that my "less-than" one thousand units order is not enough to keep a shop in business, but that first order (Less than 100 units to get started) is just  as important to me as as the one million dollar order from a giant Corporation.

I have to confesst that I have been discouraged many times during the design, the patent application process, the Blogging (that went viral with words put in my mouth by others), and now the manufacturing stage of my Stabilizers. I have been ridiculed on many forums, I have been challenged and I have been called names.  I recall it being the same when I wrote my first book for the Pentax K10D almost four years ago. In fact, DPReview kicked me out of their site when someone else posted about my new books. It was perceived as spamming, although someone else was doing the blobbing and writing.

Oh well...I keep telling myself  "Don't ever, ever give up."...and I won't ever, ever give up, because I know that when you get one of the Stabilizer under your camera, you'll see how practical it is.

Today, being a day off from work for me, I drove to the country side to take pictures of the spring flowers and to test the Stabilizer used under certain conditions.  What I was looking for today was uneven surfaces where the Stabilizer could be used instead of a cumbersome tripod. Of course, only certain situations require stabilization, such as dim lighting, slow shutter speed, creation of intentional blurring of rushing water, etc. However, my rule-of-thumb has alway been to use a tripod whenever possible for the best blur-free image. It's not my rule-of-thumb only, as most landscape and wildlife photographers always use a tripod.

So here are some images showing how the Stabilizer can be used in the field, not just for big lenses but for any lens attached. I will show the other advantages of the Stabilizer in the days and weeks to come. Remember that your best lens...is the one you have attached to your camera.

Click images to enlarge.


This picture was taken with the camera stabilized on a mail box. See picture below.


In this picture, the camera was actually stabilized on the ground. I used the bubble level to make sure it was levelled. Normally, my face would have been in the dirt!


Stabilized on a rock.


Stabilized on the roof of my Pick-up truck.


Shown here with the back legs extended.


Shown here with the front legs extended.


Shown here with the right  legs extended.


Shown here with the all the  legs extended to conform to the uneven surface. The camera is always  in perfect alignment with the horizon, regardless of the surface irregularities.


Yes, you can use a bean bag, but it's not easily carried around with you. It's similar with a tripod...it does the same, but it's cumbersome. The Stabilizer remains attached to the camera at all times, even when stored in your camera bag. It also prevent your large lenses from tipping over, and it also protect the bottom finish of the camera.

P.S. The Stabilizer shown here is attached to a K-5 or a K-7. It has the same contour as the battery grip. Because the bottom of each cameras, or battery grips are different, this particular Stabilizer may not fit all brand of DSLRs. With time, Stabilizers will be built for each major / popular DSLRs.  "Universal" models may be available as, small, medium and large.Thank you for reading,

Yvon Bourque

Friday, March 11, 2011

Thank you for your patience and support. INTRODUCING THE "ALETTA DSLR STABILIZER".

Email: brqyvn@gmail.com

 
Hi Pentaxian friends.

 
There are numerous things that have bothered me for years when using my DSLRs.  I looked everywhere for  an all inclusive type of solution but could not find any. Eventually, I designed something to fix the problems or inconveniences. For the last year, photographer friends and family told me to patent my invention and to market it. Several Pentax employees I met at various shows told me the same. I'm finally doing it.

 
Here are the problems or inconveniences I am alluding to:

 
  • 1.  When using a telephoto or long zoom lens, the camera cannot stand in the upright position when laying it down on a flat surface.  This has caused many broken or scratched lens hoods and even scratches on the camera body.

 

 

This has caused many broken or scratched lens hoods and even scratches on the camera body. While some telephotos have tripod mounts, these are mostly for distributing the weight evenly.  They are rarely tall enough to protect the camera, or the lens itself, when resting the camera/lens on a table or other surface.
The Aletta  DSLR Stabilizerresolvesthat problem. 

 

 

 
  •   2. Sometimes I like a camera strap around my neck and sometimes I like a hand grip. A hand grip secures the camera in your hand and is super convenient when shooting events or in a fast pace environment. The problem with current hand grips is that the part that fits under your camera covers about half of the body preventing you from laying the camera flat. They are also very unstable when setting the camera on a tripod while keeping the hand grip installed.
 


The problem with current hand grips is that the part that fits under your camera covers half of the body preventing you from laying the camera flat.
The Aletta DSLR Stabilizer resolves that problem.

  • 3. I often go on photo treks and try to keep the equipment down to a minimum, while having enough for the unexpected. I always need a tripod at some point. It's easy enough to bring, let's say...a wide angle zoom lens, a normal to medium zoom lens and a medium to extreme zoom lens. What I hate the most is carrying the tripod. It's always in my way, except when I need it and then it takes times to stabilize it, extend the legs, etc.
The Aletta DSLR Stabilizer resolves that problem.
 
 
  • 4. Don't you hate it when you travel with your camera and  night time comes. You see good opportunities to take long exposures of night scenes, but you don't have your tripod with you. You try to set the camera on a tree stump or branch, a fence, a mail box, but can never stabilize the camera straight. Too often, your pictures either come out blurry or tilted.
The Aletta DSLR Stabilizer resolves that problem.
 
  • 5. Most newer DSLRs now have video capabilities. This opens up a whole new world. Wouldn't it be nice to have reasonably priced supports for taking videos? Wouldn't it be nice if all types of supports could be made to work together, again at a reasonable price?
The Aletta DSLR Stabilizer will have that capability as we grow.

 
  • 6. While some of the newer DSLRs have an electronic level built in, it would be nice to have a bubble level with your DSLR at all time.
The Aletta DSLR Stabilizer resolves that problem.
 
 
SO HERE IT IS: "ALETTA DSLR STABILIZER".

 
  • It protects your camera from scratches.
  • It stabilizes the camera even when a long Zoom or Telephoto is attached. While some telephotos have tripod mounts, these are mostly for distributing the weight evenly.  They are rarely tall enough to protect the camera, or the lens itself, when resting the camera/lens on a table or other surface. (See the first picture above)

Never damage your long lenses anymore.

Overall view
  • It incorporates a bubble level, slightly offset for better reading.

 
Easy to see bubble level.
  • It has a 1/4" threaded hole underneath if you want to install the whole camera system on a tripod for studio work.

 
It has (3) sets of screw-in extending legs, (four in each set, 1/2" long, 1" long and 1-1/2" long), allowing levelling of the camera on a rock, mail box, fence, or just about any uneven surface for night photography or simply to replace your cumbersome tripod. It's great for field trips and wild life or landscape photography.

 
Four different sized of screw-in legs are supplied. - 1/2", 1" and 1 1/2".
  • We use genuine non-slip "egrips" on the top surface to prevent camera shifting.
A hand grip is included for secure camera holding. (A genuine leather hand grip will be available at extra cost.)
Underside view.

 

 
  • S-biners are supplied so that you can install your neck strap when needed or remove it quickly when not needed.

 

Camera strap in use.

The S-Biners makes installing and removing the neck strap simple and quick.
  • It is made of aircraft aluminum, CNC machined for durability and quality. (No cheap plastic here)
The overall finish is black velvety powder coating, matching the look and durability of your camera finish.

 
It is made of Aircraft Aluminum,  CNC machined. You paid a lot for your DSLR, don't you want quality products to match it? It weights a little over 12 ounces, but most tripods are weighing around 4 pounds.
 



 
The K-5 stabilized on a car roof and hood. You can see the adjustable legs in use. These "screw-in "legs can be adjusted to most shapes, (tree trunks, mail boxes, benches, fences, etc, You will appreciate that capability when traveling or when you are without a tripod. Once attached to the camera, you never have to take it off. It fits in your camera bag.

 
It works without the Battery grip, but doesn't conform to the smaller footprint perfectly. For that matter, it will fit on any DSLR. We are contemplating making three different sizes, accommodating most DSLRs. However, custom cut for a particular DSLR always looks better. You can let us know.
For all the other peripherals it replaces, incorporated in one unit, we are introducing our "DSLR Stabilizer" at a target price of $149.95 U.S. We will have a finite price once we calculate the exact manufacturing cost.

 
We Will start shipping in April, and you will be able to pre-order in a few days. You can also send us an email,  brqyvn@gmail.com  and request to be informed when the Aletta DSLR Stabilizer is available for shipping.

 
Be prepared to answer questions from other photographers everywhere you go. They are intrigued by it.

 
More photos and videos to be released in the next few days.