The modular design gives camera users better control over their lighting.
Platypod announced on KelbyOne Live the launch of their newest product, the Platypod Bracket & Bounce. Their Kickstarter campaign starts today, March 26, 2026. The new solution helps photographers, videographers, and content creators achieve consistent and beautiful lighting anywhere. This comes at a time when no flash bracket system slips into a camera bag and is comfortable enough for all-day use.
The Platypod Bracket & Bounce helps photographers and videographers create clean, flattering flash (and constant) light in any setting—from intimate gatherings to professional events—without glare, red-eye, harsh shadows, or dependence on ceiling bounce. To quote founder Dr. Larry Tiefenbrunn, “My initial inspiration was watching a wedding videographer, holding a light panel over his head like this… for 10 minutes. As he was filming. I said to myself, “there’s gotta be a better way.” According to recent reports, 65% of photography enthusiasts believe flash systems are too expensive. With an introductory Kickstarter price of just $179 (MSRP $249), the Bracket & Bounce offers a professional-grade lighting solution without the premium price.
Industry experts are also invested in the newest Platypod release. From Brent Watkins: “Feels great in your hand and rock-solid when you set it down. The wide base keeps your camera exactly where it belongs—no drama. Beautifully built, well-balanced, and versatile for on-camera flash. Built for real working photographers—and it shows.” A sentiment that speaks to the product’s real-world reliability and professional-grade design.
This is Platypod’s 7th Kickstarter. The previous campaign funded to 1,278%. Founded in 2014, Platypod is a camera equipment company that reinvented the compact travel tripod. With 6 patents and 1 patent pending, Platypod has expanded into a unique modular system for amateur to professional photographers and videographers. The Platypod ecosystem allows camera users to elevate their photography by getting unique perspectives, safely mounted.
