Smartphone Tripod

Professional photography always seems to be inseparable from heavy SLR cameras, but in fact, as long as the equipment is powerful, taking pictures and videos with mobile phones, you can still get good works. However, we have to admit that the fatal flaw of mobile phone shooting is hand trembling and angle, so we need a mobile phone tripod or hand-held head. In fact, some mobile phone tripods are almost as flexible as camera tripods, like springs, they can be bent as they want, and even can be used with cameras.

How to choose a mobile phone tripod?
The main points of choosing and purchasing mobile phone tripod. The shooting location and the desired shooting effect are different, and the tripod adapted to them will also be different. According to the different shapes of the tripod, the mobile phone tripod can be divided into the basic "standard type" and the flexible "soft foot type" of the tripod. It is recommended to choose according to the shooting scene.

Standard: Suitable for flat shooting position
When it comes to tripods, the first thing that comes to mind is mostly this shape. Three retractable straight legs, ideal for flat shooting positions. Because the tripod part is very strong and stable, it is easy to install and can basically hold daily shooting. Moreover, this kind of mobile phone tripod has a wide range of choices, and it is easy to find a suitable style.

However, this kind of mobile phone tripod is a bit inadequate in uneven places. In order to avoid breaking the phone due to tripod toppling, you need to pay more attention when choosing the placement.

Soft foot type: easy to adapt to various locations
Want to try a variety of angles when shooting? Soft foot tripod is the first choice! Like the tentacles of an octopus, the tripod part can bend freely, so it is also called an octopus tripod, which can be easily placed in various uneven positions. It can be wrapped or hung on branches, railings and other places, and it can satisfy any tricky shooting angle.

Although this kind of mobile phone tripod can adapt to various positions, on the contrary, it takes time to stand up straight on each foot when you want to put it on the table. If you want to wrap or hang it for use, it also needs to be firmly fixed to prevent slipping.

Is it suitable for your mobile phone?
Since it is a mobile phone tripod, the compatibility with the mobile phone is also necessary. Although most mobile phone tripods are universal, the size of the mobile phone clip part may not be suitable for super-large screen mobile phones. If you use a large-screen phone such as iPhone Plus, you need to pay attention when you start.

Stability of the tripod? Load bearing is the key!
All kinds of tripods can bear different weights of mobile phones, if they exceed the load-bearing range, they may topple, or even cause damage to tripods and mobile phones. And the bearing capacity is not recommended to step on the choice, but the bigger the better.

Want to experience a variety of photographic compositions? Choose a mobile phone tripod with adjustable height
When the subject is far away, the style with a certain height will be more shining. On the contrary, if it is a shorter tripod, it is especially suitable for low-angle close-range shooting. Therefore, the mobile phone tripod with adjustable height is the most recommended!

Want to fine-tune the angle? Pay attention to the Head part
The tripod head of the mobile phone is the key to angle adjustment. Generally speaking, you only need to operate the steering wheel of the Head part to change the angle up and down and left and right. If you want to adjust the angle more finely, you'd better choose a mobile phone tripod with adjustable inclination.

If you want to change the angle freely, the mobile phone tripod with spherical head is recommended. However, although the spherical head has a high degree of freedom in angle adjustment, the fine-tuning is slightly weak. If you want a more professional angle adjustment, you can choose a three-dimensional head.

Easy to carry? Pay attention to the storage
It is believed that most friends buy mobile phone tripods for use when they go out. Therefore, portability is also a very important criterion for choosing and purchasing. For example, the tripod part can be retracted, folded, or equipped with a storage bag, which can gather all the accessories together, and can be quickly installed in place when you want to shoot, so as to retain the fleeting moment.

Focus on practicality? Choose a camera-compatible model
Some mobile phone tripods are not only suitable for mobile phones, but also for tablets and cameras. It's even a tripod when unfolded and a selfie stick when folded, which is very convenient for both friends and selfies.

Additional features are also worth noting!
Mobile phone tripod with remote control, no pressure when taking group photos and long-distance self-portraits. The model with a level meter can see the inclination of the current shooting position at a glance. If you want to take more satisfying photos, these additional functions are also quite practical!