3 Legged Thing Makes Content Creators Drool
Drool in a good way, of course. Here are three 3LT products that stand out in the cluttered accessory marketplace.
3Legged Thing, Britian’s contribution to the world of design brilliance, is best known for colorful and innovative tripods, tripod heads, monopods, L-brackets and a wide array of related accessories. Now they’ve turned their experienced eyes toward the creation of superlative tools for Content Creators.
Meet Phil
3 Legged Thing’s Phil is the best engineered smartphone holder I have ever seen, hands down.
Made from aerospace-grade magnesium alloy, Phil is designed for use with Arca-Swiss compatible tripods and other 3LT camera support systems. The jaws that secure the smartphone are lined with rubber to avoid scuffing and are controlled by a dual function lock on the rear. From the heft and cleanly milled construction, it’s easy to see that Phil is extremely well made.
Phil’s unique rear lock features a wing knob for extending and locking the clamp, and a knurled section that locks and unlocks the clamp rotation. Switching between portrait and landscape orientation is fast and easy.
3 Legged Thing Phil Key Features
Rubber-lined clamp protects smartphone
Fits phone widths from about 2.3 to 3.5 inches (58-90mm)
Quickly switches orientation from portrait to landscape
Compatible with Arca-Swiss tripod mounts and accessories
Multiple attachment points for monitors, lights, and mics
Cold shoe slot at either end for expanded utility
Dual 1/4-20 and 3/8-16 inch threads
Available in four colorways and priced at $29.99, Phil can be ordered directly from 3 Legged Thing.
Luna, Where Have You Been All My Life?
Ever wonder why stands for photographic lights, strobes, reflectors, etc., are—by and large—flimsy, clumsy to transport and sometimes even dicey to use? I have. I mean, a light stand is basically a neutered tripod, no?
The new Luna light stand from 3 Legged Thing has changed my opinion. Luna is made from 100% pure carbon fiber tubing with aerospace-grade magnesium alloy supports. It’s easy to carry, sets up fast and locks down securely.
3 Legged Thing Luna Key Features
Extending central column with easy-to-grip twist locks
100% carbon fiber tubing
Magnesium alloy supports
Stainless steel lighting spigot with 3/8-16 and 1/4-20 threads
Counter-fold legs for compact transport
Removable boom arm for use with microphones/action cameras/lights/etc.
Rubber feet (supplied) cover included metal spikes for outdoor use
Luna is priced at $149.99. Order directly from 3 Legged Thing.
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3 Legged Thing Camera Desk Mount System
Because they understand how modern content creators work, 3 Legged Thing has been able to create tools that truly make sense. These products are practical, eminently functional and extraordinarily well made.
3LT’s CDMS (Camera Desk Mount System) is a prime example. It’s the perfect addition to any content creator’s production studio. It’s available in three kits (we recommend the biggest, CDMS Kit 2A) and it’s hyper-useful, whether you’re selling via online auctions or creating content for social media.
The CDMS Basic Kit includes a vertical pole (similar to a center column on a tripod) that clamps to a table or desk and features a small omni-directional ball head with a strong rotational lock. Use it to support cameras, lights, microphones, compact monitors and other items with a standard 1/4-20 thread. Prices start at $22.99 and you can order directly from 3 Legged Thing.
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