How to choose a wide variety of tripods?

To shoot a clear photographic camera must be stable, generally using a tripod Z is ideal. A tripod is a must when using slow shutter speeds or long exposures, especially close-up, low-angle, self-portrait, or telephoto lenses. Some companies require students to be serious photographers. Even if they use high-speed shutter speed, they often use a chest frame to stabilize the camera. This is really necessary for us to require clear and sharp images.

A wide variety of tripods, from simple monopods, foldables, flatbeds, tripods and heavy duty studio to large scaffolding styles. But its structure is inseparable from the common points, including the gimbal, quick release plate, bracket, and toes. The gimbal is at the top of the tripod and is responsible for camera stabilization and angle adjustment. The toes are responsible for fixing the tripod.

When shopping for a photography tripod, keep the following in mind:

(1) Determine the size and type of the tripod according to the size and weight of the equipment used, the height of the user, the type of the subject, and the purpose of photography.

(2) Consider the convenience of carrying, maneuverability, firmness and stability, smoothness of operation and reasonable price.

(3) Pay special attention to whether the gimbal can easily lock the camera, how far it can rotate up, down, left, and right, and whether the operating damping is smooth.

Stand stability. The tripod can be pulled out completely, and the gimbal can be pressed down and shaken. If there is no shaking or the bracket is retracted, it is ideal. Also pay attention to whether it can be retracted freely? How is the design of the locking bracket? How is the lifting method? What is the stretch height and closing length?

(5) Consider toe structure: At present, many manufacturers have introduced dual-purpose metal toes and silicone foot pads, metal needles can be inserted into the sand to prevent sliding on soft surfaces. Rubber feet prevent slippage on smooth surfaces.

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