Kenneth Cole "Back In Control'' Computer Compatible Backpack,Black/Gray,One Size

Customer Video Review Length:: 4:12 Mins

This is a great little tripod and handle for your camcorder. It is well worth the money. Please see video for details.

I recently purchased a Sony HDR-CX100 AVCHD HD Camcorder with Smile Shutter & 10x Optical Zoom (Black) and realized very quickly that my large hands would have a problem wrapping around the camera to access the buttons to record, zoom and shoot stills.

This grip is noted in the literature of the camera, and I searched Amazon and found it for around $75, less than the Sony direct purchase. It's a little pricey, but the concept is to utilize that camera to it's fullest, so using this accessory allowed that, and is excellent quality for that price.

The grip is comfortable, easy to hold, and with the included wrist strap, gives you a little peace of mind when shooting. The mounting head has a small button on the left side which is easy to push, that allows the angle to be changed relative to the grip. At first you... Read more

I bought this so I could zoom without touching the camera. My idea is to use one hand to control the tripod head (pan/tilt) and the other to zoom using this unit.

The zoom is veritable speed like my cameras zoom switch, however it's not as good quality as the switch on the camera. It will take some getting used to to be able to slowly and smoothly zoom but it should be possible.

Other than the sensitivity of the zoom switch, the unit seems to be built berry well. The wire on the unit is about 10" long and comes with a little clip to fold then wire back on itself in order to get the extra cord out of the way. NOTE: if anyone knows where to buy an extension cord please share, I suspect this is a proprietary Sone cable.

The head tilts and locks at regular increments. It may be difficult to get the camera pointed at exactly what you want if you're zoomed in a lot as there are several degrees between each detent. However, it feels secure when locked.