DIY Steadicam with instant, simple, low cost camera parts

Another steadicam made with simple camera assisting accessories. Good at light weight camera up to 1.5kg.

Category:

Film & Animation

Tags:

• diy
• steadicam
• low
• cost
• simple
• dv
• camera
• steady
• steadycam

[azuremain]

This is so cool considering how cheap it is and effective. Where did you get the counter-weight? Is it also available in shops or is this a custom thing? Thanks

[kfleung9833]

@azuremain

advertising panel stand-off stud, may be available in hardware shop

[radicalevolutions]

is this made in china?

[kfleung9833]

It is not a ready made stuff. All individual parts can be bought separately from ebay. I believe most (may be all) made in China.

[nathannguyen59]

can you list the parts or something?

[kfleung9833]

Flash light bracket / mini tripod as grimble / metal counter-weight/ screws / extension bar / and the most important are trial & talent.

[ObjectiveVision]

I like the setup. I checked out Cam Caddie as suggested below and it looks very nice, especially considering the cost. I need something that will last me years.

[MrsPalmerTV]

This is pretty impressive but I would never trust my DSLR on something I put together on my own. I've been using the Cam Caddie Scorpion going for about $38 on Amazon and it's improved every single shot I've taken since I bought it. I recommend it to anyone seeking an independent setup.

[EadNomad]

thanks man, what is good about your video is that all parts can be found at stores and there is no need to turn on bandsaw, jigsaw ... to make the parts!

[LieutenantRice]

made in china :P

[myspaza]

Search for ' Flash L Bracket off Camera Grip Mount Holder' - not all that cheap though...

[MrJedDixon]

I've manage to get most of the parts for this rig, but I am struggling getting the gimbal to attach to the folding bracket. What size thread is on the mini tripod you were using 1/4" or 3/8" - did it screw directly into the underside of the bracket or am I missing something?

[apboyzzz]

i notice that was a Sony hdr hc1 how do you like it i just purchase one?

[loser23jtw]

@Rotaks The reason it appears to move so easily is because he made this in such a way that it's possible to adjust the angle of the camera before you lock it in.

I assume that after you choose the angle and secure it, the steadicam works just fine. Or at least it seemed to in his other DIY Steadicam Test video.

[reincarnage256]

genius