Tripods
A tripod is an important digital camera accessory that creates a steady, level platform for a camera. Use of a tripod eliminates blur in images caused by camera shake that can occur when taking photos while hand-holding a camera. Learn about the types of tripods and tripod heads, important tripod features and the basics of setting one up.
Tripods 101
Learn why this photographer, who doesn’t like tripods and thinks they are annoying and clunky, finds them simply indispensable at times.
Tripod features
Tripods are indispensable for preventing camera shake. Learn about some of the features to look for when buying a tripod for a digital camera.
Tripod heads
A tripod is an important accessory to help prevent camera shake, particularly in low light or when a lens is too heavy to hand-hold. There are four basic tripod heads to choose from, each suited for specific photographic tasks.
Types of tripods
From mini to full sized, a tripod should safely support the size and weight of your digital camera and lens.