Review Digital Camera World 04-29-2014

Digital Camera World

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8 tripod mistakes every photographer makes (and how to get it right) Apr 28th 2014, 23:01, by anicholson A tripod is one of the most essential accessories available to a photographer, but it's also one of the most misused. Our Head of Testing, Angela Nicholson, looks at some of the most common mistakes that photographers make with their tripod and explains how to avoid them. The correct way to set up a tripod Common Tripod Mistakes: 1. Flimsy tripod Not surprisingly many photographers are a little strapped for cash after buying their first serious camera and lens. It's only natural therefore, that they are drawn towards the cheaper end of the market when selecting a tripod. Sadly, this can be a false economy as many bargain tripods lack the stability that's required to hold a camera steady. Rather than rushing into buying a flimsy tripod, which need to be replaced when it's found not to hold the camera still in a light breeze, it's better to save a little longer and buy a decent tripod. Buying the right model first time around will save you money in the long run. SEE MORE: Best carbon fibre tripod – 5 top models tested and rated Before you buy, think carefully about how you intend to use your camera and the type of tripod that will be most useful. If you want to shoot lots of macro and still life photography at home, then a large, heavy tripod will serve you well. If you plan on shooting landscapes that are a long walk from the car, however, you may want something a little smaller and lighter. Combine lightweight with stability pushes the cost up, but it will pay dividends in the end. PAGE 1: Flimsy tripod PAGE 2: Leaving the tripod behind PAGE 3: Extending centre column PAGE 4: Extending the bottom sections first PAGE 5: Not leveling the shoulder PAGE 6: Carrying the camera on the tripod PAGE 7: Not weighting the tripod PAGE 8: Erecting a tripod on wet sand READ MORE Best budget tripods: 6 top models tested and rated DSLR Tips: the best settings for preserving detail in any situation 10 common landscape photography mistakes every photographer makes 50 photography tips from jobbing pros to famous photographers Hands-free photography: 4 ways to take pictures without touching your camera Camera Shake: the ultimate cheat sheet for using tripods, monopods and shooting handheld

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