$30 PVC Steadicam Demo

[monstertunes]

If you don't mind me asking which Lav/Lapell mic were you using on this vid?

[WhiteSabbath13]

Nice Charger man..

[easy8s]

One could keep the heat/cold benefit of the PVC, and beef up the weight by filling the pipe with something...ie sand. Guessing the weight would be something between the metal and PVC-only versions. Just a thought.

[MizadFunkZionEnt]

Thanks. Your a cool Dude.

[matttchapman]

@MizadFunkZionEnt No prob.

[drjaywhiz]

Hey Matt I have a question for you. I just purchased a Kodak Zi8. Would this setup work for a small video camera like the zi8? Also since it is a relatively light camcorder how much weight should I put at the bottom to counterbalance? Do you only want enough weight to counterbalance the camera OR will more weight on bottom make for a smoother shot. Thanks in advance for your help.

[drjaywhiz]

@drjaywhiz One more question sorry :( For a very light camera such as the zi8 would you recommend the steel build or the pvc build. Thanks in advance again for your help.

[TommonSensePro]

@drjaywhiz you do know that you asked that question to yourself?

[HoyFilipinoBoy]

i want to use a DSLR, Nikon D5000, but like you replied to a different comment on the other video its top heavy, is there a way to make like a platform for the bottom of the camera so it doesnt like snap off?

[lp22hot]

you are the freaking man!!!!

[gdub555]

Very cool...Where would be a good place to buy a professional stedy cam?

[wibrle]

The PVC Steadicam video looked a little bit smoother. Does the weight difference make that big of a difference? Thanks for the tip :D

[matttchapman]

To make the PVC version of the steadicam just replace the galvanized pipe fittings with the pvc fittings of the same size. Watch my MAKE A $30 STEADICAM video for directions.

[keeptubing]

nice blurring in the corners :)

[GirlFilmsHollywood]

You just gave me incentive to make this. I'm not good at DIY stuff but I think I can handle this one.

[powerfulclown]

i liked the metal one more. i had great results with it

[NTNFILMS]

Thanks for telling my i con do it with PVC.

[Nakedance]

GREAT TIPS MATT!

[Ak47inAction]

pvc better i'd say ^^

[Lucchina75]

Very Cool!

[greeenpro2009]

Thanks for the tip. How much do you want for the car?

[matttchapman]

@greeenpro2009 LOL...not for sale.

[BlackDahliaMurder22]

great video mate!

[Nextraker]

I would rather pay the 30 bucks to by the materials and have fun while making the steady cam than pay 300-1000 bucks to buy one already made! By the way Awesome Ride Chappy!

[daneboe]

That IS a sweet car. I was thinking the same thing! :)

[TheFakeTruth1]

PVC seemed shaky 

[matttchapman]

@TheFakeTruth1 Both of them have a few shakes actually.

[TommonSensePro]

@TheFakeTruth1 are you seeing the same video as me. The PVC is actually better as in less shaky. Probably because it is lighter so aren't as stranded.

[mattmovies101]

Both are very nice, but I have to go with the PVC steadicam :)

[MetalMonsterGuitar]

PVC is better

[matttchapman]

@MetalMonsterGuitar  Yeah, i think so too.

[speedomike747]

@MetalMonsterGuitar its shaky

[3BricksHigher]

Man that's a great car!

[xRandomShadowManx]

Very helpful video Chappy. :D

[speedomike747]

20 euro's :)

[GuideDogManiac]

You never use it when shooting Growing Up Guide Pup though?

[MrSpyKload]

Nice design but what if I own a big camera like a Canon XL2?

What would you suggest?

[matttchapman]

@MrSpyKload You could try the $30 steadicam made out of pvc. I used to own a XL1. You are right, they are pretty big cameras, but for $30, what do you have to lose? Just make sure you look up the weight of the camera, and also factor in the weight of the lens and any other accessories for counter weighing the set up.