Is a small camera tripod practical?

small camera tripods are very practical in specific scenarios, and their portability and stability meet daily shooting needs. The following is a specific analysis:
Portability advantage
Small tripods usually adopt a folding design, with a small storage volume and a weight of less than 1.5 kilograms, suitable for frequent movement scenarios such as travel and outdoor activities. For example, when folded, the SIRUI E1 05A tripod is only 35.5 centimeters tall and weighs 1.43 kilograms, making it easy to fit into a backpack.  ‌
Stability performance
Although compact in size, most products enhance grip and ensure stable outdoor use through designs such as thicker pipe diameters and rubber foot nails. The bottom area of the Green Union tripod is 0.93 square meters, with strong wind resistance and suitable for complex terrains such as beaches and grasslands.
Applicable scenarios
Suitable for shooting on lightweight devices such as mobile phones and mirrorless cameras, as well as scenes that require rapid deployment (such as street photography and time-lapse photography). The Lingchen 1.5-meter tripod optimizes the stability of mobile phones and mirrorless cameras through a three-dimensional gimbal design, making it easy to operate.  ‌
limitation
Limited load-bearing capacity (mostly less than 5 kilograms), unable to support heavy-duty DSLR equipment; The height adjustment range is small and cannot meet the professional requirements for low angle or high angle shooting.  ‌
In summary, if lightweight equipment is the main focus for shooting and portability is emphasized, a small tripod is a practical choice; If you need to balance stability and load-bearing capacity, it is recommended to choose medium-sized or above specifications.