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On the problem of SLR with tripod

tripod is an important accessory for SLR. In the fields of night scene shooting and telephoto bird shooting, the role of tripod is irreplaceable.

at present, tripods are made of metal and carbon fiber.

metal tripod has very good strength, stability and cost performance, and the only disadvantage is its relatively large weight. Carbon fiber tripod also has high strength and stability, and it is lighter and more portable. In addition, carbon fiber itself is a composite material that has appeared in recent years, and it is synonymous with high technology in the eyes of photographers, so it is more popular. However, it should be noted that compared with metal tripods, carbon fiber tripods are generally more expensive, and because of their own characteristics, carbon fiber has good tensile resistance but poor shear resistance, and once it is bumped, it is easy to crack and eventually lead to fracture. This is the biggest disadvantage of carbon fiber tripod.

According to the above analysis, the following factors should be considered in the selection of tripods:

1. In terms of price, because carbon fiber tripods are expensive, only metal tripods can be considered in the budget below 1, yuan. A carbon fiber tripod can only be considered if the budget is more than 1,5 yuan.

2. In application, users who are insensitive to weight recommend metal tripods with higher cost performance. For users who often have poor outdoor shooting environment, we should give full consideration to the fear of bumping on carbon fiber tripods.

3. The thicker the tripod diameter, the better. At least 25 mm. Up to 28mm can meet the general application. For ultra telephoto users, tripods are even stronger.

4. In the selection of pan/tilt, spherical pan/tilt is recommended. For ultra telephoto users, it is best to use hydraulic pan/tilt.

5. Some tripods can be disassembled into monopods. Although this may cause more tripod components to affect the earthquake resistance, it has little effect on general application, and it is a better choice for general photographers because of its wider application after disassembling the monopod.

6. The higher the load-bearing capacity of the tripod, the better! This can provide reliable support for upgrading super telephoto lenses in the future.

7. When choosing a tripod, you should pay attention to tiny links such as foot nails, and at the same time, consider the functions of folding back to reduce the storage space, raising the height to the maximum, flipping upside down and shooting at a low angle. This can make shooting more convenient.

8. Finally, pay attention to the quick assembly board and level on the tripod. Ensure reliable lens installation and convenient disassembly; The level is convenient to observe and accurate to locate.