Tripods hold the camera steady, which makes the pictures very steady, and clearer. When a camera is on a tripod the cameras, switch off the cameras anti-shake. Adjust the tripod so that the camera lens is level with the actors eyes. After pressing the record button do not lean on, or hold onto the camera or tripod. If the shot requires the camera to pan, test the smoothness of turning, BEFORE starting to record the shot. Adjust the friction grip to get a smooth, but lightly held motion.

Below is video of how to set up a Tripod, and mount the camera