Yes, tripods can be a hassle to carry around with you but they help you take
great shots in two ways.
First, the time you take to get out the tripod, set it up and position the
camera on it will slow your picture taking down. This means you'll become
more aware of other elements like composition of the image, and lighting.
The more focussed you are to external conditions, the more likely you will
be to take a great shot.
The added advantage is your camera is more steady allowing you to take
razor-sharp images - particularly in low light situations.
An alternative to the tripod is a 'mono pod'. These only have one leg and
don't have the stability of a tripod, but they have a greater stability than
just your hands - particularly if you lean them against something.
* The following photograph was a use of my tripod in another way. I actually needed to show this Sydney home of in a resort style of look and new that raising above ground level would produce this... So setting my camera to take 3 photographs using the bracketing technique, i was able to raise the tripod way up over my haed and point the camera at the house from about 4 meters high....
The result is certain to have the client very happy... all by using my tripod...
Tripod Tip : If you have a lightweight camera, you might consider purchasing
a ultra lightweight tripod. These are small, don't weigh much and easily fit
in a backpack or camera bag.
Extra Tip : You don't need to purchase a tripod either! Any horizontal
surface around can make a tripod - arms of chairs, railings, rocks,
anything! Be very careful not to damage your camera, though as cameras have
a tendency to slip and break when perched on chairs, rocks etc.
Next time : Not happy with the creativity of your shots? This secret can
make your otherwise boring images really stand out!
Post By Wayne Robertson Sydney Wedding Photography
a ultra lightweight tripod. These are small, don't weigh much and easily fit
in a backpack or camera bag.
Extra Tip : You don't need to purchase a tripod either! Any horizontal
surface around can make a tripod - arms of chairs, railings, rocks,
anything! Be very careful not to damage your camera, though as cameras have
a tendency to slip and break when perched on chairs, rocks etc.
Next time : Not happy with the creativity of your shots? This secret can
make your otherwise boring images really stand out!
Post By Wayne Robertson Sydney Wedding Photography
