We often get asked if the tripod will fit the product in question. It will, tripods use two standard thread sizes. Most cameras, scopes and small lights use the standard, smaller size which all tripod heads have. The bigger screw is used for attaching the head to the tripod base and very large and heavy products like teleprompters.

The normal size thread products use is the 1/4" standard and the 3/8" standard for attaching the tripod head to the tripod base.

Mini

These tripods are tiny, designed simply hold something on a raised surface. They can also come in a flexible leg style used to wrap around branches and poles.

The Manfrotto Pixi pictured is the perfect, strong desk tripod.

Compact

Compact tripods are for people that need a tripod they can take places. Their lower weight and compact size makes them easier to carry long distances, or stow in luggage. Compact tripods however will be less stable, and have a much lower maximum payload than a full-size counterpart.

Full size

A full size tripod is designed with features first, and portability second. They're incredibly stable, support heavier payloads than their more compact counterparts and may have additional features that make them more comfortable or more convenient to operate.

The ball head tripod fits the majority of the photographers needs and requirements with the ability to adjust your camera to be at any angle, from the insanely weird off-angle to the perfect 180 degree angles. They are poor at video, due to loosening the tilt by mistake. On higher end ball head tripods, the tilt and left/right movement will be spilt to get around that limitation. Ball-heads are also lighter, making them more portable and easier to handle.

Three-way tripods move as the name suggests, can move on its three axis independently. This allows a much finer degree of control while also reducing the risk of going askew while filming.

Ultimate in video support. Very sturdy, these heads move left/right/up/down for great panning video recording. Since they don't offer tilt adjustment for landscapes and other photography they are not ideal. Another use for video heads are spotting scopes which require these for the payload and ease of use.

Our staff are experienced experts and would be more than happy to talk about options for you. Please call or email us today.

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