Nikon SLR Cameras

Can I use Tripods For Any DSLR Camera?

Soni
04.03.2016
Soni

I Have Nikon D7100

Lord Bacon
07.03.2016
Lord Bacon

You should be able to. Tripods come with a standard thread to fit most cameras and, very often, with an adapter for a different size (though I have never needed it for anything).

Grumpy Mac
07.03.2016
Grumpy Mac

The tripod screws are nearly universal so yes.

But with a heavier DSLR - you don't want the $35 give-away tripod (although it is better than nothing). A higher end tripod will be more sturdy and solid often with cross-braces that you can hang sand bags from for more stability. The head will often have bubble levels so you can check you are horizontal.

I like ones with quick-release plates. I bought several extra so now I can switch from a padded clamp for my smart phone, to my camcorder or my DSLR in a few seconds.

Some of the better tripod brands have "smoother" heads that let you change the angle while shooting video.

I don't have a suggested make or model for tripods so you are going to have to do your own research.

keerok
07.03.2016
keerok

As long as you bought them from a camera store, yes.

Frank
07.03.2016
Frank

Technically yes. There are a few caveats to be aware of. Cheap tripods made solely of plastic are often too flimsy to be used with a heavier camera like the D7100.

Some of the cheaper models come with a video head which you would not want for your camera.

When buying a tripod, you often will have the option of buying it with or without a head. Manfrotto, Gitzo and Really Right Stuff are the best on the market, and they all sell the legs separate from their heads, and they also have complete kits at a reduced price too. The benefit of buying one of these brands is the great support that you'll have. Not only in terms of customer or technical support, but also in the numerous amount of accessories that they offer.

The screw on the bottom of all cameras is 1/4 - 20 (pronounced Quarter Twenty) thread size which is found on just about every tripod head made. So just as long as the tripod head has a 1/4-20 screw, you can mount your camera onto it.

Whether you should use any particular tripod depends upon your needs, and especially the weight of the gear and the focal length of your lens.

thankyoumaskedman
07.03.2016
thankyoumaskedman

They have the same socket. Pocket tripods are likely to collapse or fall over under a DSLR.

Vinegar Taster
07.03.2016
Vinegar Taster

Most tripods have standard threads. But don't buy a $20 tripod from Wally World.
Make sure you can buy in a store where you can test how stable the tripod is.

spacemissing
07.03.2016
spacemissing

Yes.

All DSLRs, and most other caneras, have tripod sockets.

Richard
07.03.2016
Richard

How to Choose and Buy a Tripod for a DSLR Camera https://photographylife.com/how-to-choose-and-buy-a-tripod-for-a-dslr-camera