Gadget Bag: Unusual Tripods

Tricky photo ops require tricky solutions. These tripods offer uncompromised stability and innovations designed for atypical situations.

David Willis

Published August 1, 2007

There’s really no debate whether or not a tripod is essential gear for steady shots, and advances in technology have given us incredibly light and more durable models to carry in the field.

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