Selecting a Camera Tripod Part #1 - Learn General Information about Tripods before purchasing.

http://www.clickherephotographytips.com Camera tripods had been used the decades to assist photographers with creating their very unique images. I tripod is an essential item that every photographer should have regardless of the level of experience as they offer support for the camera and they can be used in varying degrees of lighting for example at night, or; for landscape photography

Not all tripods are created the same, as there are many different varieties of tripod. Some of these include a mini tripod, Compact tripod and professional tripod for studio or location work. As tripods are different also are some tripod heads, for example some tripod heads are used in the television and movie industries to provide support to their very heavy equipment. Other tripod heads are designed to support a variety of different cameras, everything from smaller compact digital cameras, 35mm cameras, digital cameras and medium format cameras all the way up to large format cameras.

I have also seen tripods that are used to support other items such as overhead projectors, slide projectors, video cameras, binoculars and telescopes.

Tripods are manufactured by a variety of companies some of these include Manfrotto, Velbon, Gitzo, Bogen, Slik, Dynatran etc and each provide somewhat similar functions.

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[thaisyjoey]

Can this tripod Ravelli AVT Video Camera Tripod, be used for both still and video, or is it video only... I'm looking to purchase it from amazon . Com so maybe you could give me a heads up. I purchased a Sony nex-5 so I will be doing both still and video equally. Please respond !

[clickherephotography]

I don't really know much about this tripod, however while I would normally recommend a tripod that is designed for photography, it may well be possible to use this tripod for still photography although it may look out of place...

NOTE: As long as the tripod is sturdy, can pan, can tilt and can provide sufficient / reliable support for your camera then it should be ok for use. Also, it is useful to be able to level the tripod and tripod head.

I would recommend a tripod designed for photography

[MusicDudeRock]

what's the difference between a video camera tripod head and a still camera tripod head?

[clickherephotography]

Part #2...

Video camera tripod heads generally have one (sometimes two) long handles that come out of the head which provide easier ability to pan or tilt the camera.

The handle (tripod arm) used for this tripod head are not locked into position often as the video camera operator has to be able to record live action as it is continually moving - for example car racing.

There is also an attachment that can connect to the video head arm that allows the operator to zoom and focus.

Cheers

Dean.

[MusicDudeRock]

Oh ok, thank you very much

[clickherephotography]

You won't be wasting time if you put a little research into your decision...

Years ago, I bought a huge studio tripod and used it in the field. Not only are these things expensive, they are difficult to carry when you have a camera pack on your back - they weigh a lot. Stupid decision made by me...

Cheers

Dean.

[tinbiscuite]

no one has shown how to set up the tripod for still or video imaging. i mean how far apart should legs be, should center column be raised, if 3 legged tripod should one use the thinnest? in other words what is the best set up for stability?

[Joseph7777788888]

thanks

[clickherephotography]

Part #1..

Tripods used for still camera photography generally have two smaller handles that you can screw in or out to increase or decrease the amount of leverage. We screw the handles in to lock the tripod head into position and screw it out to provide easier movement when setting the tripod up into position.

The two handles are for setting the panning position of the tripod head (left / right positions) or, the tilt position - this is the Up / down positions.

I will continue in part #2...

[clickherephotography]

Reply Part #3...

I would however, have a chat with a few of your photographer friends, or; someone from a store that sells this particular equipment. Also, remember to keep watching my other videos about tripods, they may provide additional assistance

I hope that this assists you in your journey?

Kind Regards

Dean.