0
You originally asked how long a tripod "lived," but I think you meant "last." Almost any tripod should last a lifetime with reasonable care. A few tips I can think of off the top of my head:
* Never overload it. A light tripod is not for a heavy camera. (This is a judgment call and hard to assess in words, but an example would be putting a 4x5-inch view camera on a tripod intended for a 35 mm.) * If it gets wet, carefully dry it. * Keep it lightly lubricated. * If sand or other abrasives find their way into the joints, take it apart and clean it. * Try not to cross thread the socket on your camera, which will damage both the socket and the tripod screw. * Treat it like the valuable piece of equipment it is. Don't throw it in the trunk. Place it in the trunk.
* Don't overstress the legs. They can only open up to the stops. You can bend or break a leg on even a heavily built tripod.
Take care of your tripod and it should take care of you.
Wiki User
∙ 15y ago
Add your answer:
Earn +20 pts
What does the term tripod mean in gymnasticstripod in gymnastics?
in gymnastics the term tripod means a certain move that gymnastics do. When doing a tripod one stands on their head with their head framing one leg of the tripod, and their two hands making the other two legs of the tripod.
Is a photograper likely to use a tripod?
Yes they are, depending on the type of photography. A tripod provides the photographer with stability, which is especially useful for portraits and landscapes. They are also necessary for long exposure photography. However, some photographers prefer the freedom of not having a tripod.
What is a camera stand called?
If you mean a stand used for steadying the camera while taking pictures, then it's called a tripod.
What is a three-legged stand to hold a camera?
tripod
How many legs does a camera tripod have?
there are three legs on a tripod (tri -> three, pod -> stand)
Is there a tripod ment for long zoom lenses?
Any tripod that is made for professional use should be trongs enough to stead a zoom lens.
What is a tripod dolly?
A tripod with wheels is called a tripod dolly.
What are the benefits of flexible tripods?
Depending on what brand you get a flexible tripod can be just as sturdy. The benefit of the flexible tripod is that they usually don't break as easily. I have owned a flexible tripod for 2 years now and have not had one problem with it. I have had one with adjustable legs in the past and it broke after 6 months. I would recommend an adjustable tripod so you make sure it will last and you get your moneys worth.
What is the scientific symbol for a tripod?
^, is the symbol for a tripod.
What do you get if you cross a puddle with a tripod?
A wet tripod
What is the scientific symbol for tripod?
^, is the symbol for a tripod.
Use tripod in a sentence?
Tripod is a word. Alternatively you could go for: I steadied my camera with my tripod.
What do we call a stand with 3 legs?
That would be a tripod, which does indeed have three legs -- and is a stand.
Can you use tripod in a sentences?
Please hand me the tripod.
How do you use tripod in a sentence?
Please give me the tripod.
What is tripod stand?
a tripod stand is used to hold the beaker.
What objects can be mounted on a tripod?
cameras and telescopes can mount a tripod
