Giottos MT-9360 Aluminum Quadropod

Pros: Sturdy, articulated center column, reasonable price, great height
Cons: Heavy, metal spikes very hard to expose, center column change

Despite all the innovation in camera technology (i.e. image stabilization and usage high ISO), a tripod is still indispensable for sharp images in difficult lighting or simply the best photo possible under any situation other than bright daylight (aside ...