I finally had the opportunity to try out my pocket XShot camera extender at the beach in Puerto Rico. The pocket XShot extender is the perfect size to carry around during my full day expeditions. When I am traveling, I usually wake up early in the morning and stay busy throughout the whole day! I don’t need another large and heavy item to carry around in my backpack. The pocket XShot is small enough to fit in my pocket (obviously) or in one of the small pockets in my book bag without adding any extra weight. Since I usually travel by myself I hardly get in any of the pictures! That’s not a problem anymore! With my XShot extender I am able to get in the shot without having to ask a stranger to take a picture of me.
The pocket XShot extends up to 30.5 inches and closes to 6.5 inches for compact and light storage. The extender is durable so that I can use it in the water. Most of my travel experiences are in the water so I wanted something practical. Finally, I can get beautiful turquoise pictures of me at the beach and in the water. With the tripod insert I easily hooked up my compact waterproof camera to the XShot extender. I extended the XShot and captured pictures effortlessly. It’s that simple! I can now photograph and video myself throughout all of my excursions! The XShot is the perfect travel accessory and is also perfect for family functions with the built-in tripod adapter at the bottom to attach a mini tripod. Family photos are now made easy! When there is no one around to take the picture it’s not a problem anymore. I’ll just use my XShot. It’s such a simple concept too, but an ingenious idea.
Specifications:
– Part number: XSP2
– Extends to 30.5″ (77.5 cm)
– Closes to 6.5″ (16.5 cm)
– XShot weight 5 oz (142 g)
– Max Camera Weight 1.25 lb (570 g)
* not made for SLRs
I can’t wait to see what other unique pictures I will capture with my XShot throughout the next 9 months of my travels. I no longer need to rely on strangers to get a decent picture of myself. I can quickly and easily secure my camera to the XShot and go! I don’t have to carry around a large tripod with me anymore. The pocket XShot extender comes without any extra parts to attach and with a convenient lanyard for transport. I can now get 180 degree shots of me in paradise! I wish I had an XShot years ago! I now know what all the rave is about. I’m happy I got to try it out!
I had so much fun playing with my XShot at Isla Verde Beach and Escambrón beach. Can you tell I love being in the water? I know I am a water baby.
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We have something similar and we LOVE it. We went from having these “massive” head shots to normal distance photos now 🙂
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Yeah, it makes your life SO much easier doesn’t it? You guys will be able to get in the picture TOGETHER without having to ask a stranger! Yeah, the normal photos are always nice! Enjoy!
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I am giving an XShot away if you want to sign up to win one! I remember you being interested~!
https://turquoisecompass.com/2014/01/26/get-in-the-shot-xshot-giveaway/
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We did see your giveaway but we have one already 🙂 Thanks for thinking of us.
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Ah perfect!
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Wow, the underwater shots are incredible. It looks like to me that you are with someone taking the pictures.
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I know eh? The pictures turned out incredible! I was holding the XShot with my right hand. I had it extended to the full 30.5 inches and the pictures look as if I have my own underwater photographer! I love it. It’s so fun playing in the water.
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Those pictures are incredible and it looks like you have someone else doing the shooting.
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The pictures turned out amazing!
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I am giving an XShot away if you want to sign up to win one! I remember you being interested in my underwater pictures taken with my Shot~!
https://turquoisecompass.com/2014/01/26/get-in-the-shot-xshot-giveaway/
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Very nice photos. I would love to join you in that water right now. Here it is to cold for swimming now, we need to wait some months yet. Enjoy your travelling.
Irene
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Come on down to Puerto Rico! I am escaping the Canadian winter as much as I can! I am having a blast! I will do my best to send you some sun from PR to you!
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Oh thank you very much, I really appreciate it.
Enjoy for both of us.
😉
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Will do!
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Amazing photos! I just need to buy something like that!!! I’m the only one who likes taking pictures in the family and I’m always behind the camera. When I come back from a trip I always regret not having more photos with myself!! By the way, what waterproof camera do you have? I’m planning to buy one for myself but I didn’t decided each one yet! By the way, it looks you’re having a lot of fun in Puerto Rico. Are you still there? : )
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Yeah it works well. You should get one. You will be in more pictures that way!
For a waterproof camera I use the GoPro Hero 3 camera. It Ian perfect dorm the water and extreme sports. I am having a blast know Puerto Rico and will be here until Christmas Eve.
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I am giving an XShot away if you want to sign up to win one! I remember you being interested~!
https://turquoisecompass.com/2014/01/26/get-in-the-shot-xshot-giveaway/
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Oh, I will sign up for sure!! Thanks!
I’ve been a little busy and not having time to read my favourite blogs, yours is among them, but today I will take some time to catch up with my reading.!! : )
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Sounds great! What have you been doing?
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Thanks for the great article Jessica, and the awesome pics.
Happy holidays!
Any Turquoise destination?
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I am in the process of planning my next turquoise destination!
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Glad you liked my blog post! I’m also glad I stumbled upon yours and this particular post as I’ve got the X Shot as well and I love it :). First bought it for my honeymoon and it’s very handy. Glad you took it under water, I never thought to do that with a waterproof camera, good idea!
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I’m happy you found me as well! Smart minds think alike. The XShot is very useful when traveling. Taking it on your honeymoon is a great idea!
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I am giving an XShot away if you want to sign up to win one for someone else! I remember you saying you have one~!
https://turquoisecompass.com/2014/01/26/get-in-the-shot-xshot-giveaway/
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Great post, and I definitely need one of these. My husband hates it when I try to take pictures of us without using a tripod – he says I always tip my head back and then I get a shot right up my nose. I hate it when he’s right! 🙂
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hahaha Yeah, they are very helpful! You should get one! It makes your life so much easier when traveling.
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Yes, and I like that it is lightweight. It’s so hard traveling with so much gear!
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Tell me about it, especially since I travel with only carry ons
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I am giving an XShot away if you want to sign up to win one! I remember you being interested~!
https://turquoisecompass.com/2014/01/26/get-in-the-shot-xshot-giveaway/
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Awesome, thanks for letting me know…I’ve entered. 🙂 Your pictures with it are so fun, and I like the new moose pics.
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Awesome, I’ve entered you! Good luck! I have so much fun with the #XShot. Glad you enjoy my moose pics!
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Thanks for letting me know! This would be so fun to win, I have entered three times. 🙂
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Look at you go!
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The photos look amazing!
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Thank you so much! Did you sign up to win an #XShot?
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