Tripods for Digital Cameras
A tripod is a must have for low light, nature, and macro photography. It is also helpful if you want to take pictures of merchandise or jump into the family photo without handing off your brand new camera to a stranger who barely speaks your language.
Qualities to look for
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Weight
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Size (collapsed & extended)
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Construction Materials
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Plastic – Inexpensive but not very durable.
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Aluminum – Also very common but larger tripods are very heavy
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Carbon Fiber – Expensive, but nice.
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Wood – Not very common but used for larger cameras where weight takes a second seat to sturdyness.
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Tripod Types: |
Table |
Medium |
Heavy |
Studio |
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Self Portrait |
X |
X |
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Group Picture |
X |
X |
X |
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Close Up & Macro |
X |
X |
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Nature |
X |
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Travel |
X |
X |
X |
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Sports |
X |
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Weddings/Events |
X |
X |
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Studio |
X |
X |
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Advertising |
X |
X |
X |
X |
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Still Life |
X |
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Compact Camera |
X |
X |
X |
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SLR Camera |
X |
X |
X |