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Running around to capture a moving shot is better without either... but

that’s a personal thing. Do what works for you and when someone else tells
Tripod... you that’s not the way to do it, it doesn’t mean they are right. Only you will

know what works best for you. I’m not saying don’t take advice from others...
Do you really need a tripod? For most social work you
they may have a good idea, but in general, go with what feels comfortable for
will find a tripod to be a hindrance, but for group shots
you.
you’ll find one really handy. When you are communicating
with a crowd of people, you may need the tall guy to move

to the back and the shorter people to move forward. It’s
better if you don’t lose communication while having your Lenses...

finger ready on the trigger, instead of turning your back and then looking
through the camera lens. If you can only afford one lens, make sure it’s a lens
that fits the niche you choose. For example... you can’t
For that brief moment when you turn your back, you lose something in the start with a 50 mm lens if you’re planning on being a

shot between your conversation with others and the moment you press the sports photographer. It’s not going to be practical.
shutter. Just as you can’t choose an 80- 400mm lens if you

plan to shoot weddings.
People use the opportunity, when you are not looking, to adjust their

clothing or move somewhere else. For weddings look at a 24-85 mm. If you can afford

a 2nd lens then go for a 70-200 mm. For sports start
You’ll also need a tripod if you are shooting landscapes.
with an 80- 400 mm and add a 24-85 mm for the 2nd
I won’t use one for Rodeo photography because they are awkward on fast
lens. This is all about what you can afford to get you
moving subjects. A monopod would be a better fit for this kind of work if
started, and you can always hire part of your kit for a
your staying in one place. It’s also easier to quickly pick up a monopod and
job if you can’t afford a 2nd lens right away.
set it down again, or collapse the leg quickly if you need to get lower... not so
easy with a tripod.