Comments on: Homemade Steadicam Tutorial (DIY)

By: SMTpictures

SMTpictures — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:14:25 +0000

ok thanx but how does the floor flange hold the camera

By: Ben1257sb

Ben1257sb — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 16:01:31 +0000

with a screw fastened with a wing nut. there are holes on the floor flange.

By: SMTpictures

SMTpictures — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:16:11 +0000

Hey sorry but i have one more question… how do you attach the counterweights?

By: Ben1257sb

Ben1257sb — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:14:04 +0000

this vid is more of a guideline than an actual step by step how to. I have seen people throw their own twist on my design and thats what I intend. you can attach the weights using duck tape, screws, glue.. whatever you want. I leave the craftsmanship to you. its all in the guide of becoming a gurella filmmaker

By: schoolsucks1234545

schoolsucks1234545 — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 15:00:09 +0000

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By: SMTpictures

SMTpictures — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:57:41 +0000

ok thanx

By: WorldBBChamp

WorldBBChamp — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 14:46:47 +0000

What size is the base (Floor Flange)? I went to get a 1-1/2 inch and that made it very heavy up top. My camera is 5lbs.

By: WorldBBChamp

WorldBBChamp — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:47:15 +0000

Also, since my camera is heavier, I’m going with 1-1/2 inch PVC. If anyone has any ideas on how to avoid the heavy 1-1/2 inch plate (due to all the adaptors needed) or a better idea for a plate, please pass it on! ..and thanks – excellent concept!

By: Ben1257sb

Ben1257sb — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:40:30 +0000

You have to get the floor flange the same size as your pvc pipe. So im guessing your pvc is 1-1/2 inch? If your flange is too heavy, try getting a plastic one or look for some alternative ways to mount. The lighter the top is and the heavier the botom is really makes a good steadicam.

By: J2VFilms

J2VFilms — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 13:02:59 +0000

im going to put up a video in a few days on how i went about doing mine, i used a cool idea for a base and for the weights. Like ben said you really got to throw your own twist on it