The centre column has evolved, it’s often no longer a simple pole that connects the head to the legs by the bit in the middle (aka canopy). In many cases the centre column ca… See more

The main hub of the tripod is the canopy, sometimes known as the crown, shoulders or spider (rather incorrectly as it connects to three, not eight legs). The job of the canopy is t… See more

The main event. The legs can make or break a tripod and differ in weight and strength depending on the intended use of the tripod. These are usually made from aluminium … See more

Finally, we reach the base of the tripod, who thought there could be so much to learn about the humble support? The feet. These are often removable, which is helpful as they’re t… See more