Lesson 1: Use A Tripod - Nikon D800 Technical Manual

Lesson 1: Use a Tripod

Use a tripod to reduce blur when
photographing static subjects. It
should be as sturdy as possible;
avoid extending the legs or center
column farther than necessary. A
large head helps keep the camera
steady.
Tripod Mode
Some lenses, such as the AF-S
NIKKOR 200 – 400mm f/4G ED
VR II, off er vibration reduction
with a TRIPOD option that is par-
ticularly eff ective at reducing
blur at shutter speeds of 1⁄15–1 s.
This option is generally recom-
mended when the camera is
mounted on a tripod. The NOR-
MAL option is preferred, howev-
er, if the tripod head is not fi xed
or when a monopod is used.
Still Subjects
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