Every photographer knows the packing dilemma: you want to bring everything, but your back and your airline’s baggage allowance say otherwise. Somewhere between the dream kit and the practical kit, compromises are made. Camera support is usually the first thing left behind.
690 Grams. That’s It.
The complete Steadify system — monopod, base plate, and support fork — weighs just 690 grams. That’s less than most camera batteries. It breaks down into three compact pieces that fit into any camera bag’s side pocket or accessory compartment.
When collapsed, the monopod measures just 38 centimeters. The base plate clips onto your belt and is barely noticeable when not in use. The fork rest tucks neatly into your bag’s interior divider section.
Packing Strategy
Here’s how Gert packs his Steadify for travel: the monopod goes into the side pocket of the camera backpack, alongside a water bottle. The base plate clips directly onto the hip belt of the backpack during transit, ready to transfer to your trouser belt when you arrive at your shooting location. The fork rest sits in the top compartment for quick access.
This way, you never have to dig through your bag to assemble the system. Each piece has its dedicated spot, and the total setup takes seconds.
Airport-Friendly
Unlike tripods, which often get flagged at security checkpoints or don’t fit in overhead bins, Steadify passes through airport security without a second glance. It looks like what it is: a simple aluminum tube and a couple of small accessories. No extending legs, no oversized bags, no questions asked.
For photographers who travel light but refuse to compromise on stability, Steadify is the missing piece of the puzzle.
Co-founder of Steadify and passionate photographer whose images have been published worldwide for clients like Lufthansa, Panasonic, and GEO Magazine. Inspired by decades of fieldwork, Gert turned inventor.
