Make the best use of the camera you have. Have the right attitude. Remember it’s you, the photographer, that makes a good image! Your camera is just a tool!
Let me share with you a big secret. An entry level DSLR plus a quality lens will make much more difference than a high end camera with a low end lens. So don’t spend that much time on which camera. Instead, find the right lens!
We use tripod to stabilize our camera and avoid camera shake in hand-holding position, particularly in dim light situation - when we need to slow down our shutter speed to get more light. Get my top 6 tips before purchasing your tripod.