Tuesday, July 12, 2011

How can I take horizontal photos where the object is lying flat on the floor?

Question

How can I take horizontal photos where the object is lying flat on the floor? Do you know any stands/tripods which allow to point the camera straight downwards?

Answer

The Manfrotto 55XPROB has a center column that swings over the legs and allows to shoot straight down. Thats the most common one that I'm aware of. Its a pretty solid tripod to boot.

EDIT: I just checked another tripod I have (a Dolica Proline 62"), which I think is the best-bang-for-your-buck at $40, its pretty stable, independent legs, and a ball head included. It ALSO can remove the center post, flip it, and position the camera between the legs instead of above them.

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