How to Properly Use Video Camera Extension Mast

When taking some long exposure or night scene photos, we can't hold the camera, so we buy video camera pole to assist in shooting, which is a common photographic equipment for landscape photographers. This kind of equipment looks very simple, as long as the three legs are spread apart. But it is not difficult to find that there are many examples of photographers who have damaged the camera and lens due to improper operation when using a tripod. To avoid this from happening, we summarize some key points:

How to take the perfect photo?

?The position of the tripod

When framing, adjust the height of the tripod according to the position and angle of the subject, and try to choose a ground that is flat without collapse and gaps, especially near an overpass or construction site.

The principle of the tripod is to use the stability of the triangle, so the manufacturer will conduct the stability test with the tripod fully extended. Simply put, in order to maintain the best stability of the tripod, let all three legs of the tripod be fully opened. If one leg is not open, even if it is only a few centimeters, this will also put the camera at risk of falling.

Today's tripods basically have a central axis, which generally does not need to be raised, but if it is to be raised, it should be at 90° to the ground. If it is on a slope or a road with depressions, the tripod must adjust the height of each section.

In the end, as long as the central axis is kept at a vertical angle of 90°, it means that it is stable enough. Therefore, novices can judge whether it is vertically stable or not based on this angle.

The tripod is not placed at random after it is stretched. Because of the camera body and the lens, after the tripod is put on, the overall center will shift to the front of the heavier one. Therefore, it is necessary to make the lens, camera and tripod are in a straight line, so that the direction of the lens is supported by a tripod, which can make the camera more stable, and the photographer will not be tripped by the tripod, which is stable and safe.

The use of the vertical axis is mentioned above, but generally the center axis is to improve the horizontal position of the camera. If you are not shooting in some fences, grass, and crowds, it is not recommended to raise the center axis of the tripod, which will reduce the stability of the tripod. Generally speaking, the height of the tripod and the camera is sufficient for most scenes, so try to use the center axis as little as possible.

Sometimes it is necessary to shoot in the mountains or the seaside. In this environment, the tripod will be swayed left and right by the wind. It is also unsafe to put the camera directly on it.  

Therefore, it should be hung under the tripod with the help of heavy objects, such as some sand in a bag or some bottles of water, you can also hang your own backpack on the hook at the bottom, which will make the tripod more stable, but pay attention to the volume and length of the counterweight, so as not to be knocked down by the wind.

When using some telephoto lenses, you cannot put the camera on the tripod, because the telephoto lens is heavy and long, and it feels top-heavy in the hand. When the wind blows, it may fall forward. The correct operation method should be to put the lens on the tripod, which is more stable than the camera.

Last few words

In fact, taking pictures is a simple matter, but if you want to take beautiful, professional photos, it is not an easy task. The above are some precautions for using a tripod to take photos, I hope to give you some practical help. We are the industry leading manufacturer of video camera extension masts, if you are looking to buy telescopic video camera mast or pole video camera wholesale, we are your best choice.