tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post5262243529261332485..comments2024-01-12T02:47:43.965-08:00Comments on The Frugal Filmmaker: Make a Camera Stabilizer Rig for Under $5Scott Egglestonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07137296612881724251noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-65434514749290773522016-06-01T09:06:36.263-07:002016-06-01T09:06:36.263-07:00love the video :) I made my rig a bit differently,...love the video :) I made my rig a bit differently, I replaced all of the elbow joints with T-joints so that I can mount stuff from the sides. I also used a quick release plate and instrad of using 1 1/2 and 3 3/4 lengths, I used a 6 inch pipe on the bottom and then drilled a hole on the T joint connected to it. but the camera would tip forward because of the weight so I added counterweights to the back. It's kinda hard to visualize so I can send some pictures if you like :)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04958642989018883799noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-9517660487663752652014-10-15T23:01:27.469-07:002014-10-15T23:01:27.469-07:00I really like this article. It taught me so many t...I really like this article. It taught me so many things about <a href="http://asdpipeplast.com/" rel="nofollow">pvc pipes</a>.Positibo Pananawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15933336485005149982noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-13518859235939532742014-07-10T02:31:34.323-07:002014-07-10T02:31:34.323-07:00I got this one on Amazon. It doesn't work for ...I got this one on Amazon. It doesn't work for heavy cameras, but for cameras about 2 lbs and under it does a nice job.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XCgkZjOMCxg" rel="nofollow">video camera stabilizer</a>Lisa Elfershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03450269598500171144noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-21313891998957507722014-06-09T06:37:45.112-07:002014-06-09T06:37:45.112-07:00PVC snap T? Now ya tell me. I used a 1 inch PVC p...PVC snap T? Now ya tell me. I used a 1 inch PVC pipe t-joint, a hacksaw and a rasp to make my flashlight holder.<br />8^)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09331194311716170693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-65041751443631665382014-06-09T06:35:11.476-07:002014-06-09T06:35:11.476-07:00Nice. Thanks for showing the evolution. Ttttalking...Nice. Thanks for showing the evolution. Ttttalking 'bout an evolution wellll you know...I added wheels to the rig that use the open ports in the bottom the t-joints. These were attached using the side of the vertical 3 inch pipes. I drilled holes thru the pipe and used a three inch bolt with lock washers on each side for spacers and to contact only the skate wheel bearings/bushings. I designed in 4 for better stability. If these are aligned properly I can use it on a dolly track too, per your other so purposed rigs. Though since I got 8 wheels in my ebay order I am building a dolly track out of pvc lumber to affix to my pickup side rails and/or roof. The four wheels can rotate with a twist of the pipe for dolly zoom or a slider effect. They can be easily removed, though they are light so not sure if I will. Using a coupler and more pipe I can elevate the rig for shooting taller objects on a table or on the floor or to tilt up or down, (ball head on order). Also sized it up a bit for my older video camera and DSLRs.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09331194311716170693noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-39299879923338287192014-05-18T07:15:07.722-07:002014-05-18T07:15:07.722-07:00I built this for my needs in the paranormal field....I built this for my needs in the paranormal field. Here are some photos. It turned out awesome.<br /><br />http://ctghost.org/images/IMG_5317_small.jpg<br />http://ctghost.org/images/IMG_5318_small.jpgTimnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-83567797922190862482013-10-16T07:46:21.659-07:002013-10-16T07:46:21.659-07:00In days of old I used to make some videos. Having...In days of old I used to make some videos. Having this kind of contraption back then would have greatly enhanced the experience as well as the end product. Great design, easy to build and use and does exactly what probably 99% of people shooting video could benefit from - better raw footage.<br /><br />I do have a Harbor Freight type of flashlight but mine has a 1/4" female hole in the base of the flashlight. Thinking about your light idea and perhaps adding another PVC T joint along with another 2" long 1/'4 screw to hold it. <br /><br />Thanks for the inspiriation Scott!Build Your Capacity Coachhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08152941923804558503noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-55560448331361025842013-09-29T19:57:40.247-07:002013-09-29T19:57:40.247-07:00I love it, so I built it. I am not even a film ma...I love it, so I built it. I am not even a film maker, but now I want to be. I put a pic of it up. Thanks for the inspiration.<br />http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Og2FZZgHecMAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07344100317734172607noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-18879903359658120132013-09-21T20:58:27.170-07:002013-09-21T20:58:27.170-07:00Hello! Excellent post!!! I built the rig it is AWE...Hello! Excellent post!!! I built the rig it is AWESOME!!! I pimped mine out a bit as I use my rig for Ghost Hunting...... I modified the two front bottom 4" sections with two T bars and mounted two more screws to hold my Infrared lights.....PERFECT! I also covered the unit with Hockey tape and installed bicycle hand grips...Thanks for the idea. You can tune into our Facebook page ghostriderstv Our first episode airs on Halloween night 2013!! Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-82045588538583860342013-08-26T16:53:53.122-07:002013-08-26T16:53:53.122-07:00I just built this. I was only able to try it out ...I just built this. I was only able to try it out for a moment, but love it so far. <br />I did end up spending about 50 dollars not 5. Just to make sure I had plenty of PVC, spray paint, nuts and bolts and I bought some lights. <br />Luckily there is a Harbor Frieght here in Spokane,so I got the PVC cutter for under 5 bucks, rather than the over 15 that Lowes was charging.<br /><br />I got rhino liner spray paint type stuff.<br /><br />I think I will make a video of my reassembling it post it to youtube. I'll give you props.<br />Thanks for the inspiration. You are good.<br /><br />NickAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-70540548185363621252013-01-26T00:47:28.584-08:002013-01-26T00:47:28.584-08:00Hi Scott,
First, I gotta say thank you, you showe...Hi Scott,<br /><br />First, I gotta say thank you, you showed me kinda the best way of building a camera stabilizer rig with PVC. I really like your idea that I built one myself today. I have done some improvements and adjustments of your design thru. 1, In order to have better weight balance between front and rear, I added four 90 degree elbow joints on the front frame to move those two handle bars backward a bit. It works wonderful and move like a charm. 2, I moved the "Multi functions joint" to the left side so that my 7D can fit in it. <br /><br />After all pipe works have done, i got a question thru. What kind of black tape were you using to cover this rig? <br /><br />Thank you again for sharing this with us. <br /><br />BorisAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11363077028195142096noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-79652764553175038632012-11-05T01:10:55.878-08:002012-11-05T01:10:55.878-08:00hey just wondering if this would work well with a ...hey just wondering if this would work well with a go pro?freeskatefilmshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15162298513526924671noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-87101648301610409002012-10-21T04:19:20.965-07:002012-10-21T04:19:20.965-07:00I just followed your instructions and made my own ...I just followed your instructions and made my own rig for my iPhone 5 with slight modification! :D<br /><br />Thanks for your instructions!<br /><br />http://www.simonvideo.com/accessories/d-i-y-iphone-stabilizer-rig/Simon Tayhttp://www.simonvideo.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-5303798481592907792012-10-17T16:01:04.357-07:002012-10-17T16:01:04.357-07:00hello, i am trying to figure out where you get the...hello, i am trying to figure out where you get the Balanced XLR mic mount from? Its on the bottom of your camera in this video, or it came with the camera you got. Or did you buy it from a store or online store , or from some web site. Help me out ok....lata man.HotBoyRob1105https://www.blogger.com/profile/01012545039564002283noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-39895921677903041002012-07-28T16:56:59.475-07:002012-07-28T16:56:59.475-07:00Scott,
Great piece, and nice addon with the quick...Scott, <br />Great piece, and nice addon with the quick release. I built it like you laid out, but took a 1/4 x 2 inch bolt, drilled a hole through the "t" and mounted the quick release base plate to the top of the "t". It carries my D5100 just fine, with plenty of room on the left side to swing the lcd screen out. Thanks again!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01540335217917580430noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-33780537664549475202012-05-12T06:56:21.474-07:002012-05-12T06:56:21.474-07:00Use soap as lubricationUse soap as lubricationAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-46009567697212504262012-01-26T11:09:36.265-08:002012-01-26T11:09:36.265-08:00DLSR-compatible?DLSR-compatible?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-19834403228107791982012-01-14T12:02:34.340-08:002012-01-14T12:02:34.340-08:00Pretty cool!
Sorry but i don't speak english t...Pretty cool!<br />Sorry but i don't speak english too much, so i want(if you can)a write list of the materials please.<br />Again, i'm sorry of my English...<br />Thanks!Sebastiánhttp://neoseffects.net76.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-57049362905165117782012-01-05T14:43:45.781-08:002012-01-05T14:43:45.781-08:00Hey Scott,
Love your posts and I made the dolly a...Hey Scott,<br /><br />Love your posts and I made the dolly and rig which are great! I do have a question though. You added bicycle grips to the rig and I wanted to do the same. How did you put them on? When I try they only go on about two inches then stop and it seems the friction between the rubber and PVC is too high. Any suggestions?<br /><br />JoeJoe Lemashttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06108570307703842105noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-2280055111290021012011-12-10T16:55:42.930-08:002011-12-10T16:55:42.930-08:00what kind of spring did you use ?what kind of spring did you use ?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-50489753704355570502011-11-23T14:44:32.626-08:002011-11-23T14:44:32.626-08:00Just made one of these using gray pvc pipe, as it&...Just made one of these using gray pvc pipe, as it's cheaper. In Oklahoma, the tees and els are the same price, but the plug is the most expensive item! I used a hex-headed screw that i can make a slot in for a coin. I hope you come up with a plan for an articulated arm stabilizer, as I have a drum vest, and no idea on how to make the arm! The $5 Stabilizer is a great rig!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-45690495463340216312011-10-15T13:41:43.150-07:002011-10-15T13:41:43.150-07:00check this device i found on amazon. it is the mo...check this device i found on amazon. it is the mount piece for an iphone 4 to be used in the new steadycam smoothie. it is under $30 and added to your camera stabilizer rig, could be just like the steadycam device, only a lot cheaper...<br />http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004CJ8CU0/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_3?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B004CJ8CS2&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0TZFFGZKM7Q1WQFRY27Xadalnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-81849587591869332652011-09-27T17:33:01.614-07:002011-09-27T17:33:01.614-07:00Any thoughts on how to quickly mount the rig on a ...Any thoughts on how to quickly mount the rig on a tripod?Notes to Selfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18254941894857885232noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-61963171017730073552011-07-24T18:48:03.088-07:002011-07-24T18:48:03.088-07:00I'm trying to make this but I can't find t...I'm trying to make this but I can't find the right plug. How much would you charge to make this for someone (regular one and suped up one)?<br /><br />Thanks!carolynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10238720819506932816noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7877439239195370071.post-37577728679605896872011-07-24T18:22:03.182-07:002011-07-24T18:22:03.182-07:00Hi, I am in the middle of making this rig and wond...Hi, I am in the middle of making this rig and wondering if you would make it for me, how much would that cost? I'm having problems getting the hole drilled properly or with the spring thingy. I have all the parts except the plugs I'm finding are a little bit different than yours, which may be a problem. Basically I need help getting the holes drilled properly. They are very close to center but the angles are off or something else is wrong and the spring thingy doesn't have the spring yours does. Any advice/help would be appreciated. Thank you, love your site!carolynhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10238720819506932816noreply@blogger.com