Joby PodZilla Large
Score: 82/100
SmallRig Camera Tripod
Score: 83/100Rankings
The SmallRig CT-10 is a versatile 2-in-1 aluminum tripod/monopod with a high 15 kg payload, flip-lock legs, and an integrated 36 mm Arca-Swiss ball head. Height specifications can be confusing and the ball head may feel loose under full load. Suited for travel vloggers and creators needing tall, high-capacity support.
The Joby PodZilla Large is a flexible tripod with an aluminum core, built-in bubble level, and a 2.5 kg payload, optimized for smartphones and small cameras. Its short 31.5 cm maximum height and inability to hold full-size DSLRs constrain certain applications. Perfect for mobile creators needing precise alignment.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
| ↓ lower better | 0.37 kgbest | 1.53 kg |
2.5 kg | 15 kgbest | |
31.5 cm | 180 cmbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 33.99 cm | 10 cmbest |
| ↓ lower better | 31.5 cmbest | 40.64 cm |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance(3) | ||
Maximum Height (cm) | 31.5 cm | 180 cm |
Minimum Height (cm) | 31.5 cm | 40.64 cm |
Load Capacity (kg) | 2.5 kg | 15 kg |
Build & Design(3) | ||
Weight (kg) | 0.37 kg | 1.53 kg |
Folded Length (cm) | 33.99 cm | 10 cm |
Material | Aluminum core, rubber, plastic | Aluminum alloy |
Features(1) | ||
Head Type | Ball head | ball head |
Accessories(1) | ||
Included Accessories | Quick‑release plate, GripTight 360 Phone Mount, spirit level | Tripod, detachable ball head, smartphone holder, carrying bag, two Arca‑Swiss quick‑release plates, three Allen wrenches, manual, three stainless steel foot screws |
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Professional reviewers praise the PodZilla Large for its solid aluminum construction, excellent rubber-coated grips, and versatile phone mount that securely holds larger phones. The flexible legs and built-in bubble level are highlighted as practical features that enable hands-free positioning and precise alignment, making it a reliable tool for mobile creators.
Everyday users consistently commend the tripod's lightweight portability, flexible legs, and stable platform on uneven surfaces. The secure phone mount and compact size are frequently mentioned as strengths, while the inability to hold full-size DSLRs and occasional issues with very small phones are the main sources of criticism.
“"The rubber-coated grips felt excellent in hand and didn't cause fatigue during extended handheld use."”
Professional reviewers consider the CT-10 a solid, truck-friendly tripod that delivers impressive stability and payload for its weight, praising its quick flip-locks, integrated ball head, and bundled accessories, while noting minor issues like inconsistent height specs and the need for a weight bag in wind.
Everyday users appreciate the CT-10's portability, fast setup, and value-packed accessories, often describing it as "just works," but they commonly point out height specification discrepancies and the occasional need for extra weight in breezy conditions.
