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Types Of Tripods
By Andrew Kelly

In the world of photography, there are all sorts of photographers. Sports photographers use a certain type of equipment, studio photographers another, and travel photographers still another. Whether you're a professional or just getting into the joy of photography, you'd be wise to consider what your own needs are.

One area in which this especially applies is that of tripods. Different kinds of tripods are used for different situations. For studio setups, for instance, where absolute stability is required and you don't need to move around much, you'll want to consider getting a heavy-duty full-sized tripod. Capable of supporting the heaviest of lenses, full-sized tripods are also great for anyone who needs to keep their cameras rock steady in any circumstance.

On the other hand, some photographers need more mobility. In this case, you might want to consider either opting for a lightweight plastic or aluminum full tripod or even a compact tabletop model. Tabletop models can often be folded small enough to fit in a backpack or hang from a belt, but are not tall enough to give you those eye level shots – you'll have to find something tall enough to rest the tripod on.

One great option for anyone who needs to move fast and shoot when an opportunity presents itself is a device called the unipod. Using a single leg instead of the standard three, unipods can be telescoped to very compact packages for easy transportation. Cameras mounted on them can be swiveled and moved quickly – unipods are very popular with photographers who need to be fast on their feet. Just remember, each photographer has different needs. Figure out what yours are, and pick an option based on that.

Author Details:
Andrew Kelly, copywriter for various websites including, Photo Gallery and The A to Z of Photography with his main interests being photography and travel.

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