Securely hold your camera to the tripod to film or shoot at different angle, less rigidness, more flexibility. Swivel ball joint to ensure 360 degree horizontal rotating fluid movement when adjusting the angle. Rubber-padded mount with a 1/4" screw to protect your camera from protential scratches between your camera and the mounting part. Can be used with many brands of DSLR cameras, smartphones, and action cameras, compatible with Nikon Canon Sony Pentax iPhone 15 Pro Max 14 plus 13 Mini X Xs SE Samsung Galaxy S23 S22 Ultra Google Pixel 7 Pro 6a Huawei P60 Mate60 P40 Pro Nova Oppo Reno Gopro 12 11 10 9 8 DJI Osmo Action 4 3 2 Insta360, etc (Need to purchase adapters additionally for smartphone or action camera) Better compatibility with an included 1/4" to 3/8" screw and an industrial standard 1/4" female thread at the bottom allows for mounting to most tripods or light stands.