Camera Cube levels your shooter

(Credit: Photojojo)

The first thing landscape photographers check when they frame the shot is to make sure the horizon is level to prevent crooked shots. While you can try to adjust the shooter by estimating with your eye, the Camera Cube can help you be more precise.

Measuring 1 inch all around, this leveler attaches to any camera with a hotshoe. The three-way axis lets shutterbugs take straight snaps whether the camera is mounted vertically or horizontally on the tripod.

Some dSLRs such as the Nikon D700 have an onboard electronic leveler, too, though critics may say it won't be as accurate as a bubble-based one. For me, I'm not sure if the Camera Cube is worth the $15 indicated on Photojojo's Web site, so I'll stick to the free Advanced Bubble Level iPhone app.

(Source: Crave Asia via Coolest Gadgets)

[IAMCP3O]

I honestly don't think I would find this useful, since most tripods have a bubble level in them. It would be one more thing to pack in my camera bag.

[melliemello]

Often not having a level background contributes to the shot.

[davidwarren]

I think this is a great product. It is a simple and elegant solution to a problem; I wish this philosophy was employed by more companies.

[carlhancock]

Is this an ad for PhotoJojo? Hot shoe bubble levels are not a new gadget. I've owned one for years. This certainly isn't a unique or new idea.

[vwguy60]

This one is better:

http://cgi.ebay.com/Double-Axis-Spirit-Level-with-Free-Shipping_W0QQitemZ220265979373QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item3348e01ded&_trksid=p4634.c0.m14.l1262#ht_500wt_956