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Mini tripods certainly are handy photographic gadgets, but they could always be made even handier. A case in point is the new Hookpod Pro, which features a magnetic leg that allows for a variety of ...

Whether you're on the road or planning your net small business photoshoot, having a solid tripod for all of your cameras--including the one you always have on you--is a great idea to get quality ...

If you want to place a camera on a branch, signpost, railing or whatnot, there are already mini tripods with bendy legs that you can use. The Mambapod takes a different and in some ways better ...

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The Freewell Vlogpod is a tabletop mini-tripod that has three strong but flexible legs. The idea is that as well as popping it on a table, the legs can be wrapped around posts, poles, branches – or ...

Ask around, and most enthusiast photographers and creators are familiar with the accessory maker Peak Design, but newcomer Heipi? Nope. Well, I have a welcome surprise – Heipi's carbon fiber 3-in-1 ...

Mini tripods for the iPhone aren’t anything groundbreaking, but the best thing about the new Kenu Stance is a feature that even its manufacturer barely highlights: a bottle opener that’s built into ...

I have the $30 Walmart tripod (actually I think I got mine at Super K-Mart). It works fine with both my digital cameras and my digital camcorder. Well that all depends on how much you want to spend.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional, or just interested in grabbing some great shots in your spare time, a reliable tripod is a critical piece of gear that no outdoor photographer can do without.