The Best Tripods to Take Pictures of Yourself

If you’re making content for social media, or your blog, or you just want to have memories of what you were up to wherever you go, having a tripod you can count on is key. It really does make or break your picture-taking and memory-making experience.

No two tripods are created equal. Some are best for your digital or film cameras, some are great for your cell phone, and some, with an adapter, a great for both. The heavier your device, the more durable and sturdy you need your tripod to be. Also, determine if you are going to be traveling with it while you are sightseeing or if you plan to set out and take photos at one time of the day. You don’t want to be carrying a heavy-duty tripod with you all day. After years of travel and much trial and error,

Here’s a list of some of the best tripods for your self-portrait needs

For your cell phone (geared for travel - from cheapest and smallest, up)

Sensyne Phone Tripod - 150 grams with remote about $12

SENSYNE - 62” or 67” tripod/selfie stick - holds up to 2.2 lbs, comes with remote, and usually about $16USD

JOBY GRIPTIGHT - .05 lbs and great to wrap around branches, poles, etc. Easy to throw in your bag.

For your DSLR:

MANFROTTO COMPACT ACTION - 4.4 lbs, can fit in a backpack, or carry-on. Sturdy and travels well.

MANFROTTO UNIVERSAL SMARTPHONE CLAMP - easy adapter for cell phone use on DSLR tripod.