My Tripod gear

Ulanzi Zero Y Carbon

For photography on location, the Ulanzi Zero Y Carbon Tripod gives me the stability I need without adding unnecessary weight to my equipment. Its lightweight carbon-fibre construction makes it particularly practical when I am walking through a city or travelling with a relatively compact camera setup.

Despite its low weight, it provides a stable platform when I want to work with longer exposures, carefully composed images or creative techniques involving movement. I particularly appreciate the compact design and quick setup, allowing me to respond easily when I discover a scene that deserves a more deliberate approach.

For me, a tripod is not simply about keeping the camera perfectly still — it can also create the freedom to photograph in ways that would otherwise be impossible. The Ulanzi Zero Y Carbon combines that creative freedom with portability, making it a natural companion whenever stability, precision and mobility need to come together.

Peak Design Travel Alu

For photography on location, the Peak Design Travel Tripod Aluminium gives me a dependable combination of stability, portability and thoughtful design. Its remarkably compact folded profile makes it easy to carry, while the aluminium construction provides the solid support I need when working with longer exposures or carefully composed images.

I particularly appreciate how quickly the tripod can be unfolded and adjusted, allowing me to concentrate on the scene rather than on the equipment. Its intuitive design makes it equally useful for architecture, cityscapes, landscapes and creative techniques where precise camera positioning is essential.

Although designed for travel, it feels reassuringly stable when the camera is mounted and ready to photograph. For me, the Peak Design Travel Tripod Aluminium is more than a support for my camera — it gives me the freedom to slow down, refine my composition and explore photographic possibilities beyond the handheld moment.

SunwayFoto T1C30N with
Redged RNB 1 Ball Head

The SunwayFoto T1C30N Carbon Fibre Tripod is a compact and lightweight tripod that combines portability with reliable support. Its carbon-fibre construction makes it easy to carry when travelling or walking through a city with a minimal setup.

Despite its small size, it provides useful stability for street, urban and architectural photography. I particularly appreciate it when working with slower shutter speeds, motion blur and long exposures. Its compact footprint also makes it practical in busy environments where a larger tripod would quickly become an obstacle.

It gives me the freedom to slow down and experiment with movement, time and carefully composed scenes. For me, the SunwayFoto T1C30N is a small but versatile creative tool that adds new possibilities to the way I photograph.

Sirui HA-77 Horizontal Arm

Sometimes the most interesting sports photograph requires putting the camera somewhere I cannot stand myself. I use the Sirui HA-77 Horizontal Arm when I want to extend a camera beyond a railing or position it away from the normal tripod position.

Combined with a Super Clamp or a sturdy tripod, the horizontal arm gives me much more freedom to position a remotely operated camera above, below or beyond a fixed structure. This can create unusual viewpoints that would be difficult or impossible to achieve while holding the camera myself.

For remote sports photography, I can prepare the composition beforehand and then trigger the camera from another position while following the action with my main camera.

Because extending a camera creates additional leverage on the support, I always keep the setup conservative and use an independent safety wire when working above or near athletes, officials or spectators.

For me, the HA-77 is about one thing: putting the camera where the photograph needs it to be — even when I cannot be there myself.

Sirui P-326 Monopod

The Sirui P-326 Carbon Fibre Monopod is a compact and lightweight support that gives me extra stability without the bulk of a full tripod. Its carbon-fibre construction makes it easy to carry during longer assignments or when travelling.

For me, a monopod is particularly useful when working with heavier cameras and telephoto lenses, where it reduces strain while helping to keep the camera steady. This makes the P-326 especially suitable for sports, events and documentary photography. Its compact design allows me to work comfortably in crowded environments where a tripod would simply take up too much space.

Setup is quick, allowing me to react immediately when the action or situation changes. I can easily move, change position and follow a subject while still benefiting from additional support. With longer focal lengths, that extra stability can make a noticeable difference in both comfort and consistency.

Benro MSDPL46C Supadupa Pro Monopod

For sports and action photography, the Benro MSDPL46C SupaDupa Pro Monopod gives me additional stability while preserving the freedom to move and react quickly. Its lightweight carbon-fibre construction makes it particularly useful when working for long periods with heavier camera and telephoto lens combinations.

The monopod helps support the weight of my equipment while still allowing me to follow fast-moving subjects naturally and reposition myself within seconds. I particularly appreciate this balance during sporting events, where stability is important but the flexibility to respond instantly to changing action is essential.

Its robust construction and practical design make it a dependable part of my sports photography setup. For me, the Benro SupaDupa Pro Monopod is not simply about supporting a heavy lens — it allows me to work longer, move more freely and stay focused on anticipating the decisive moment.

Really Right Stuff BH-40

For photography where precise composition matters, the Really Right Stuff BH-40 Ball Head gives me the control and stability I want from my tripod setup. Its beautifully engineered construction feels exceptionally solid, while remaining compact enough to combine with a relatively lightweight tripod.

The smooth ball movement allows me to position the camera quickly and then lock the composition securely in place. I particularly appreciate this combination of speed and precision when working with architecture, cityscapes, longer exposures and carefully considered fine art images.

Its Arca-style quick-release system also makes mounting and removing my camera fast and intuitive. For me, the Really Right Stuff BH-40 is more than a tripod head — it is a precision tool that allows me to slow down, refine the frame and create each composition exactly as I envision it.

Manfrotto 460MG

Not every photographic situation requires the speed of a ball head. Sometimes I want precision and control, and that is where my Manfrotto 460MG 3-Way Magnesium Head comes into its own.

Unlike a conventional ball head, the 460MG allows me to adjust the camera independently in three directions. I can fine-tune the composition without the entire camera moving at once. This is particularly useful for more deliberate photography, such as architecture, interiors, landscapes and carefully composed documentary images.

Its magnesium construction keeps the head relatively lightweight while still providing the stability I expect from professional support equipment. The compact design also makes it a practical alternative when I want more precise positioning than my regular ball head provides.

For fast-moving sports photography I generally prefer other support solutions, but when the composition needs to be carefully controlled, the 460MG has a clear advantage.

For me, this is a tripod head for situations where precision is more important than speed — small adjustments, accurate framing and complete control over the composition.

Peak Design Universal Head Adapter

I use the Peak Design Universal Head Adapter with my Ulanzi Zero Y Carbon tripod and Peak Design Travel tripod to mount my Really Right Stuff BH-40 ball head.

This combination allows me to bring together two pieces of equipment I particularly like: the lightweight and compact design of the Ulanzi tripod and the precision, stability and smooth operation of the RRS BH-40.

The adapter provides the connection I need without giving up the portability of my travel tripod setup. It is a small component, but one that makes the complete system much more useful to me.

For me, this is exactly what a good accessory should do: connect the equipment I already trust and let me build the tripod setup that works best for my photography.

JJC Arca Hand Grip Fujifilm X-Pro2

The JJC Aluminium Arca-Type Hand Grip gives my Fujifilm X-Pro2 a more secure and comfortable grip without taking away from the camera’s compact character.

The additional grip is particularly useful during longer shooting sessions and when working with slightly larger lenses. Its aluminium construction feels solid while remaining relatively lightweight. The integrated Arca-type base also allows me to mount the camera directly onto a compatible tripod head without adding a separate quick-release plate.

I particularly appreciate the extra control it provides when photographing quickly and instinctively on the street. At the same time, it preserves the clean rangefinder-style handling that makes the X-Pro2 such an enjoyable camera to use.

For me, this JJC hand grip is a small but practical upgrade that improves both comfort and versatility.

SmallRig L-Bracket Canon R6 4160B

The SmallRig L-Bracket 4160B is a practical accessory that gives my Canon EOS R6 additional stability and flexibility when working from a tripod. Its L-shaped design allows me to switch quickly between horizontal and vertical compositions without changing the position of the tripod head. This keeps the camera centred above the tripod and makes composing much more intuitive.

The plate also provides a secure and comfortable fit while maintaining access to the camera’s essential controls and connections. I particularly appreciate it for sports, long exposures and carefully composed photography. Its solid construction adds confidence without making the camera unnecessarily bulky.

For me, the SmallRig L-Mount Plate is a simple accessory that makes tripod-based photography noticeably faster and more efficient.

Really Right Stuff BGE 1 3-L

The Really Right Stuff BGE 1 3-L is a precision-made L-plate designed for my Canon EOS-1D X en Canon EOS-1D X Mark II. It provides a secure and stable connection between my camera and an Arca-style tripod system.

Its L-shaped design allows me to switch quickly between horizontal and vertical compositions without having to reposition the tripod head. This keeps the camera centred above the tripod and makes working with carefully composed images much more intuitive.

The excellent build quality and precise fit are typical of Really Right Stuff and give me complete confidence when supporting heavier camera equipment. I particularly appreciate the plate for city scapes, long exposures and other tripod-based photography. It adds functionality to the camera while remaining unobtrusive during everyday use.

For me, the BGE 1 3-L is one of those simple accessories that makes working from a tripod faster, more precise and more enjoyable.