Posted by Charles Clark
6 hours ago

Hey folks my tripod isn't staying steady during photoshoots; any fixes?

Hey everyone on this photography forum, I'm having issues with my tripod. I bought it a couple months ago for my DSLR camera and it was great at first for outdoor shoots. But now, it wobbles a bit, especially on uneven ground. I've tightened all the screws, but it still doesn't hold steady. My budget was limited, so it's not a high-end one, but I need it for landscape photos. Tried using it indoors, and it's better, but outdoors is a problem. Maybe the legs are worn out? I've attempted adjusting the height and locking mechanisms repeatedly, no luck. Also, I live in a windy area, which might contribute. What have you all tried for similar problems? Any recommendations for fixes or upgrades?

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Emma Edwards avatar
Emma Edwards 0 rep
3 hours ago
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I've dealt with wobbly tripods on uneven outdoor spots before & and it can ruin a good landscape shot... One thing that helped me was to always level the bubble if your setup has one and but beyond that, I dig small divots in the dirt for each leg to sit in. Gives it a firmer base. Especially on grass or soft ground. Works great.

If wind is the main culprit,, I try shooting during calmer times of day, like early morning, which cuts down on the shaking too. Saved a few sessions that way.

Ivy Peterson avatar
Ivy Peterson 0 rep
28 minutes ago

A lightweight tripod will eventually lose to wind and so plan to upgrade to thicker legs with fewer sections, a short center column and and a wider stance. Until then, go wide and low, use a timer to avoid touching the camera, and block gusts with your body or terrain.

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