Tripods

In photography, a tripod is used to stabilize or elevate a camera, or to support flashes or other photographic equipment.

Advantages of using a tripod

• Using a tripod allows you to widen a dynamic range of a digital camera.
• A tripod is a lot cheaper than any image stabilization lens.
• A tripod can replace some diffraction filters if used correctly.
• It is easier to take long exposure shots as the camera is stabilized.

Disadvantages of using a tripod

• It is usually large and heavy.
• It takes time to position, adjust height and level the head.
• They have limited ability to get high or low enough.
• The operator will be limited to around a 130 degree angle span.