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A tripod is more versatile than many
people realize. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your
tripod and techniques in using tripod.
1. Set up with one leg pointing toward the subject. The space between
the other two legs will let you stand directly behind the camera
without interference.
2. Set up on a stairway or sloping surface with two legs on the
downhill side. Shorten the uphill leg to level the camera.
3. To use a tripod as a unipod (monopod), extend all three legs and
keep them grouped together; this will provide steadier support than
extending just one leg.
4. With long focal length lenses use the tripod like gun stock. Place
the telescoped legs, grouped as one, against or over your shoulder with
the tripod head swung to bring the camera to proper viewing position.
5. For slow shutter speeds group the telescoped legs as one and stick
the feet in your belt. Or spread the short legs so one can rest on each
of your shoulders and third can go in the top of your belt.
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