My son is using a Fuji S1000 fd camera, and he is looking for a tripod to take crisp, clear pictures w/o image blur and shake. Do you know where he could get a tall yet affordable tripod at a store like Target, Wal-Mart, etc.?

Have you tried a store like Target or Wal-Mart?

Target's electronics, photography, and similar accessories tend to be a little overpriced. Best Buy is..sometimes, but they offer a decent assortment, and at least have sales where as Target almost always sells at full market MSRP. Stores like Adorama and B&H offer the best prices, as does J&R, but unless you're in NYC, their merchandise is only accessible online. I'm guessing you want to go see and feel one before buying it.

As for size, look for 60-66 inches. You shouldn't need a really beefy trpod, as the S1000 is small and light. A $30 to $40 tripod, should be fine.

I also use Fujifilm S series cameras. A couple of years ago I bought a nice sturdy medium weight 66" tripod for $60 at B&H that is full featured and has outlasted three $30 tripods that were not nearly as versatile.