Many people have had the (sensible) idea of buying a tripod and have then rushed off to their nearest store or computer and purchased one. Unfortunately all too often, after a few days, weeks or even months, they realise that they could have got one better suited to their needs if they had thought about it a bit more first.
The problem is that there are so many to choose from!
Manfrotto Befree Tripod Kit |
SENSYNE Phone Tripod & Selfie Stick |
74″ Camera Tripod |
Amazon Basics 50″ Camera Tripod |
64” Tripod for Cell Phone & Camera |
Then there are the times when things are just so obvious, that you have to do it, such as the UBeesize ring lights and tripods which are available on Amazon.
The factors that tripod buyers need to take into account before buying a tripod vary from one person to another. But generally, they include (in no particular order as everyone has their own priorities) size, weight, cost, brand, the type of tripod head, the sort of use the tripod will be put to, attachment type as well as the ease of use (well that may not be a factor!).
Amazon Basics 60-Inch Lightweight Tripod |
Lightweight 55-Inch Tripod |
Torjim 74-inch Lightweight Tripod |
UBeesize Mini Tripod |
Mactrem 75-inch Camera Tripod |
Tripods provide the means of taking stable, shake-free long-time exposure photographs. They are also essential when it comes to taking a smooth video. The tripod head can usually give you almost any angle that you want to get that elusive shot.
| Just as there are various types of cameras to suit your needs, there are also various types of tripods. Big and small, colorful and colorless, all are there in the world of tripods – you simply need to decide which one will be best suited to your needs. From mountaineer tripods through flexible tripods to table top tripods, there is a tripod suitable for everyone. There are different tripods for heavy cameras and for smart phones. Some tripods can be folded to a fifth of their maximum height and some can be wrapped around surfaces. You may want to have multiple tripods for different purposes. |
 Konus 3-Pod 8 Table Tripod, Black, 15.3 in Height $36.39 
Acuvar 12″ Inch Tripod w/Wrapable Legs. |
Tripods also come in an enormous range of prices. Starting from mini tripods that may cost you the same as a camera memory card to special safari tripods which are a large investment to your photography closet. Brands and non-brands are all available in the market, with offers that will be sure to catch your interest.
So, what type of photographer are you? Take a good at your camera now. Is it heavy? What do you use it for? Will you travel with your tripod? Does it need to be big or small? After deciding on your needs, it is a good time to step into the world of tripods and make your choice!
Canon Tripods |
Gitzo Tripods |
Gorilla Tripods |
Induro Tripods |
Mini Tripods |
Sirui Tripods |
Slik Tripods |
Velbon Tripods |