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Outdoor photography often means working in conditions that are very different from those found in a studio. Uneven ground, changing weather, difficult shooting angles, long walks, and unpredictable subjects can all influence how you work. Having reliable equipment gives you the freedom to concentrate on your photography rather than worrying about whether your camera is properly supported.

At Paterson Photographic, we supply outdoor photography equipment designed to meet the practical demands of photographers working in the field. Our range includes Benbo tripods, monopods, tripod heads, accessories, and spares, providing reliable options for landscape, natural history, wildlife, travel, and location photography.

With more than 50 years of experience in the photographic industry, we understand the importance of equipment that is practical, dependable, and built to support the way photographers work.

Tripods Designed For Outdoor Photography

A reliable tripod is an integral part of many outdoor photography setups. It provides a stable platform for your camera, helping you maintain consistent compositions and reduce movement when using slower shutter speeds or longer exposures.

Outdoor photographers also need more flexibility than they might in a controlled studio environment. A tripod may need to be positioned on a slope, between rocks, beside a stream, or among vegetation. The ability to adjust your camera position without constantly compromising your composition can make a significant difference.

Our Benbo tripod range has been developed with these requirements in mind. Paterson Photographic has been involved in the manufacture of Benbo tripods since taking over their production in the late 1980s, and the range has become particularly well regarded among landscape and natural history photographers.

The current range includes the Benbo Trekker, Classic No.1, Classic No.2, tripod kits, and the Benbo Trekker Monopod. This gives photographers several options depending on the type of photography they undertake and the level of portability and support they require.

The Benbo Trekker For Photographers On The Move

If your photography involves walking significant distances to reach a location, the weight and portability of your equipment are important considerations.

The Benbo Trekker Mk3 is a lightweight version of the Classic No.1, designed for photographers who need a practical support system that is easy to carry. Its tubular aluminium legs provide a balance of strength and weight, while the redesigned leg-head castings allow the tripod to fold more compactly for transportation.

The Trekker is also designed to provide flexibility when setting up outdoors. Its leg joint mechanism allows the legs to be positioned independently, while the centre column can swing through 180 degrees. This provides greater freedom when working on uneven surfaces or trying to achieve a particular shooting angle.

A hook at the bottom of the centre column provides another useful feature. You can attach a camera bag or sandbag when additional stability is required, which can be particularly useful when working in exposed or challenging locations.

For photographers who want a tripod that is simple to carry without giving up the flexibility of a full support system, the Benbo Trekker offers a practical solution.

Classic Benbo Tripods For Flexible Camera Positioning

The Classic Benbo range is designed for photographers who need robust support combined with considerable flexibility.

We offer the Classic Benbo Tripod No.1 and Classic Benbo Tripod No.2, as well as kits that provide additional equipment for a complete setup.

The design of these tripods makes them well suited to outdoor environments where the ground isn’t always level or predictable. For example, when you’re photographing a landscape, you may need to position the tripod around rocks, plants, slopes, or other obstacles rather than simply placing it on a flat surface.

The flexibility of the Benbo system allows you to navigate these challenges and find a camera setup that works for your composition.

This combination of stability and versatility has helped make Benbo tripods a highly popular choice for landscape and natural history photographers for many decades.

Outdoor Tripods For Landscape Photography

Landscape photography often rewards patience. You might arrive at a location before sunrise, wait for a particular type of light, or spend considerable time refining your composition.

A decent tripod gives you a stable platform to work from and allows you to keep your camera in position while making adjustments. This can be particularly valuable when you’re using longer exposures to capture movement in water, clouds, or changing light.

It also gives you greater control over your composition. Once your camera is in place, you can make careful adjustments to your settings without having to start the process again each time.

The flexibility of Benbo tripods can be especially useful when working away from established viewpoints. Instead of choosing your composition based on where a conventional tripod happens to fit, you have more freedom to position your camera around the landscape.

Whether you’re photographing coastline, woodland, rivers, hills, or open countryside, the Benbo’s dependable camera support can help you make the most of the conditions in front of you.

Support For Wildlife And Natural History Photography

Wildlife and natural history photography can present a certain set of challenges. Subjects can move unexpectedly, shooting positions may change, and photographers often work in environments where there is little opportunity to set up on perfectly level ground.

Benbo tripods have long been associated with natural history photography, providing the flexibility required for photographers working outdoors.

You may need to position your camera close to the ground, work around vegetation, or adjust the height and angle of your setup as your subject moves. This is where the Benbo’s flexible support system allows you to respond to these changes without having to completely rebuild your camera position.

The Benbo Trekker can also be particularly useful when your photography involves travelling between locations. This is because its lighter construction makes it simpler to carry, while its flexible design allows you to easily make any necessary adjustments when you reach your chosen shooting position.

The Benbo Trekker Monopod For Greater Mobility

A tripod isn’t necessarily the best choice for every outdoor photography situation. There are times when remaining mobile is more important than having three points of support. The Benbo Trekker Monopod provides a useful alternative for photographers who need additional camera support while retaining the ability to move quickly between positions.

Monopods can be particularly useful for wildlife, sports, events, and other forms of photography where subjects and shooting positions change regularly. They also take up less space than a traditional tripod, making them convenient when travelling or working in busy locations.

Having both tripod and monopod options available means you can choose your equipment according to the demands of each shoot rather than relying on the same setup every time.

Tripod Heads And Accessories

Choosing the right tripod is only part of creating an effective camera support system. A suitable tripod head can make positioning your camera quicker and more precise.

We supply a selection of Benbo ball-and-socket heads, including the Benbo Compact Ball & Socket Head, Compact Ball & Socket Head with Reversible Base, and Benbo Professional Ball & Socket Head. We also offer a Quick Release Platform and Spare Camera Plate.

Our ball-and-socket heads allow photographers to adjust their camera position smoothly and efficiently. This can be particularly helpful outdoors, where you may need to make small changes to your composition or react quickly to changing conditions.

The right accessories can also make your equipment easier to use and maintain, helping you get more from your tripod setup.

Genuine Spares For Long-Term Use

Outdoor photography equipment can experience considerable use. Regular transportation and exposure to dirt, dust, moisture, and uneven surfaces can eventually lead to individual components wearing out.

At Paterson Photographic, we offer a selection of Benbo tripod spares to help photographers maintain their equipment and replace individual parts when necessary.

Our range includes replacement feet, carry bags, centre columns, handle and bent bolt kits, leg knobs, and a Trekker centre column tilt bracket.

This approach reflects the long-lasting nature of the Benbo range and our commitment to supporting photographers beyond their initial purchase.

Take Your Photography Outdoors With Paterson Photographic

The right outdoor photography equipment should give you greater freedom, not limit your creativity.

Whether you’re heading into the countryside for a landscape shoot, photographing wildlife in the field, travelling to a busy location, or simply looking for dependable camera support, we offer practical solutions designed around the needs of photographers.

From the portable Benbo Trekker to the Classic Benbo models – alongside monopods, tripod heads, accessories, and genuine spares – our range provides options for all different types of outdoor photography.

Benefitting from the decades of experience behind us, we’re here to help you find equipment that you can rely on, whenever and wherever you shoot.