What is a camera “tripod”?
A camera tripod is a portable, three-legged stand that supports a photographer’s camera when taking pictures. Although they aren’t popular with amateurs, they are required equipment for the serious photographer wanting to capture the best images possible. Features jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep1 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/GlobalPhoto/Articles/5108157/238187_Full.jpg’); }); Tripod Tripods are lightweight and collapsible for easy transport and ease of use. They can easily attach to any camera. The adjustable legs can be left unadjusted, allowing the camera sit low to the ground, or extended to raise the camera as high as 10 feet. Small tabletop models that can fit in your pocket or camera bag are also available. Benefits jQuery(document).ready(function(){ jQuery(‘#jsArticleStep1 span.image a:first’).attr(‘href’,’http://i.ehow.com/images/GlobalPhoto/Articles/5108157/238188_Full.jpg’); }); Monopod Hand-holding the camera, especiall