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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Photowyzard" data-source="post: 62482" data-attributes="member: 8344">Well, no, for this or any other camera.  Without a doubt, a tripod will benefit you in many situations, however, many other factors come into play.  This is a very broad statement and the answer can be a lengthy one so I will keep it somewhat short just to give you an idea.In situations where you have enough light and a short lens, high shutters speeds will preclude the use of a tripod.If you are using a long lens, a tripod is a definite asset, but again, a high shutter speed will go a long way to giving you a crisp image, hand held.  The rule of thumb to use is the 1/focal length of lens rule...eg.  300mm lens would require a 1/300s shutter speed or faster, to hand hold.To the best of my knowledge, these general principles apply to every camera, every brand, regardless.</blockquote>