$4 DIY No-Handed Camera Rig // $5 DIY Monopod // $1 Ball Head!

Inspired by a product at SXSW, Griffin builds a no-handed DIY camera rig for under $4, plus a monopod for only $5!
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[@RimstarOrg]

Nice hands free solution! But I'd be afraid of the gap that goes on belt coming out from my moving around, and then the whole thing flipping upside down and the camera falling to the ground. How about drilling two holes at the very end of the pipe where the gap is. Then, still put the gap over your belt, but now with the holes on the bottom side of the belt, thread a wire through the holes and give the wire a twist. A nut and bolt would do too but a wire is super quick to put in and remove.

[@indymogul]

Yep, that's my Panasonic 14mm f/2.5 "pancake lens." I like it a lot.

[@indymogul]

Inspired by a $700 product, Griffin builds a $4 DIY camera rig for no-handed shooting!

[@DaveDugdaleColorado]

Awesome stuff, I won't be making any of these, but it was fun to watch.

[@Videorebels]

don't know if somebody has already mention it, but is actually very good for people with over shaky hands or no hands ...I mean probably there are not many video makers in this conditions, but times are changing :)

[@mooman6018]

The Video was made in 2015... This Comment Commented on 2013... MIND BLOWN and it's also creepy

[@TheScott10012]

+MooMan the video was uploaded in 2013...

[@mooman6018]

TheScott10012 hmm the video in my pov is uploaded in april 2 2013

[@1mollymom]

This is genius. I was looking for a way to DIY a cheap monopod to hold a speedlight at the beach -- something I could just stick in the sand. The first part of your video gave me the perfect solution. Thanks so much!

[@cheeseitzz]

I love the little builds like this. Simple and adaptable.

[@SuperSetCA]

When that Blackmagic compact comes out, stick it on top of this mount. Wow!

[@blinkfarm]

Cool (and easy) build. Love that I can just use the center column of my tripod...makes it even easier!

[@Shuttertastic]

That was an awesome video! The notch in the PVC pipe to fit on your belt is pure genius! I'm gonna try to build one withe the tripod center column. Thanks!

[@neildo64]

Griffin - Thanks, great stuff as usual. Tip for you - To get the PVC to cut perfectly straight with the PVC cutters, before actually cutting into the pipe, grab it in the cutters somewhat tightly and spin the cutters around the pipe while starting to cut and as you cut through it, keep even pressure and rotate until it is cut through. (years of experience with PVC)

[@scp8244]

Dude, you're just awesome! I am slowly becoming a freelance videographer, and you are so freaking encouraging! From DIY projects, to Panasonic GH4 camera reviews, I love it all! Thanks so much Griffin for all the fun information, it inspires me to keep going. :D

[@Zapdos2000]

SO CLEVER! Please do more DIY builds!

[@indymogul]

Good question. I have the Giottos M7001 Ballhead, which is pretty heavy. I hear good things about the lighter weight Joby Ballhead X.

[@gaiengrowden5744]

You could also use this as a boom pole. All you need to do is get a quarter twenty to cold shoe adapter and put it on the ball head and mount your mic to the cold shoe

[@tiffanyleiadventures]

This is awesome. I can't wait to play around with this stuff.

[@indymogul]

I imagine suction cups made for cameras will be steadier than for phones. But here's an important question: what's the camera pointed at? If it's just the road, I think it'll always be shaky, because the car is literally shaking as it drives along. But if you point the camera at the car, or the car is a significant portion of the frame, it'll look more stable, because the car and camera move together.

[@indymogul]

Sure, I'll try to do that soon!

[@indymogul]

Thanks! It's kind of a silly build, but I hope it demonstrates what's possible with PVC!

[@indymogul]

That's what I'm hoping to do-provide some inspiration!

[@indymogul]

A couple people have suggested using that cheap ballhead as a gimble for a DIY steadicam, but I don't think it's smooth enough, offers enough rotation, or would be strong enough to support all that movement/weight.

[@indymogul]

Yeah, it seemed strongest with the bigger ballhead (Giottos M7001), and the additional weight wasn't uncomfortable.

[@RedSpectrumPictures]

Great episode Griffin, I think your design is very good! You should make a kickstarter project and get this officially manufactured

[@craiggalleyvideo]

That is absolutely genius! Can't believe I've never thought of a lanyard, I wear one everyday for work!

[@indymogul]

You're right: surely there are several ways to make it more secure.

[@FlyingHutch419]

You can get those mini tripods at wallmart, target, staples for around 6 bucks. The difference is that the ball head part is made out of aluminum so for a little more dough you can get that same ball head made out of something more sturdy. They come apart the same way so it's still probably the cheapest ball head you can get!

[@DominikHaake]

Actually pretty genius! Surprised how well it worked, good job!

[@makjac46]

these ideas help us to come up with our own, thank you

[@thehystericalpancake1241]

you could also use the other two legs of the tiny tripod on the monopod as a handle

[@Waitingtoolong]

Fantastic episode! Some great ideas were put into this. Thanks!

[@indymogul]

That's good to know. Thanks!

[@ICBAPictures]

Once again, great job. Don't you get tired of the accolades? LOL. Those $1 tripods work great for the handle of a "steady-cam" rig too, using the ball as the pivot. I've built 2 such units myself.

[@acsel25]

Great job Griffin! You really started getting good in front of the camera, not only on the back of it! :D

[@WillemWesterveld]

Kudos for you sir. Looks like you had great fun discovering' the cheap mono pod

[@danimitetwitch]

I have all the materials for this in my room. Great video

[@TheMintHippoTroupe]

wow! so inventive. Makes me want to build a crazy Rube Goldberg machine

[@indymogul]

After many awesome years at Indy Mogul, Erik did what most artists do: he decided to try something new and grow as a filmmaker. So he moved out to L.A., and asked me (Griffin) to take over. You can see what he's up to on the KZbin channel /theindiemachines.

[@CameronGallagher96]

GREAT BUILD!! I LOVE THIS SIDE OF INDY MOGUL! I just think there is a way to make the belt part safer in case it slips out of the belt. Maybe even screw in a Threaded Metal Loop there that has a screw (Forgetting the name) and attach the carribeaner to that

[@indymogul]

Perhaps! I was trying for simplicity more than perfection.

[@indymogul]

I ran the camera strap through the carabiner as a precaution.

[@indymogul]

It doesn't really slide much. Gravity forces it to remain in one spot.

[@AnthonyWrightFilms]

found my new spring break project!

[@RichandCreamy]

I thought this was an April Fool's joke but now I'm so glad I watched this!

[@indymogul]

I just Googled that. It's incredible!

[@KamenRamenStudios]

One man puppet show...we finally see the inner dreams of Griffin, the bearded one.

[@JaxHad]

Not sure if you did this or not from the video but if you spin your pvc pipe cutters around the pipe scoring it before you cut it will cut straighter.

[@RSpudieD]

cool, this was upload when i was in florida for the first time

[@indymogul]

Thanks for the tip!

[@indymogul]

How would you use a no-handed camera rig? A) Interviews B) Snacking while shooting C) Puppet shows D) Other...

[@arismendy2004]

jeeei man this has been the best proyect ive seem

[@marcovasquez348]

YOU ARE AMAZING, ALWAYS WITH GREAT IDEAS. BLESSINGS

[@KLProductiongermany]

I first thought, this is an april fools joke, but it's actually really cool! Thank you for this! :)

[@indymogul]

That's exactly where. Dollar Tree is where I found the tripods.

[@MrNyuntshwe]

Always Excellence and Helpful!! Thanks!!!

[@indymogul]

Most certainly it will.

[@samson2003sie]

The neck strap can be replaced by the Baritone Saxophone neck strap. That should make our neck more relax. example: Yamaha Air Cell Neck Strap for Baritone Saxophone and Bass Clarinet

[@triniwarrior16]

holly crap i could never think about these stuff

[@neoray10]

this video will are very creative surely get a lot of views, Griffen you are very creative

[@miketv2331]

to stop the wobbles: use a wooden or metal stick to replace most of the length of the pvc.

[@originalfreakypixel]

Griffin, you are a GENIUS! :)

[@jarew1517]

Yup very cool... I think I shall try extremely soon...

[@indymogul]

That's my Panasonic GH3 with Sigma 30mm f/1.4 lens.

[@michaelligad9799]

Five star for you man

[@MDMart]

Oh my God, Griffin, 4:22 was hilarious :D

[@indymogul]

Several different lenses, but mostly my Panasonic 14mm f/2.5.

[@indymogul]

Well, if you want it hidden, the camera will have to be so small, that I would think you could easily pin / strap / tape it to your clothes. Perhaps a cell phone camera would be best.

[@indymogul]

Office Max!

[@JoeLarge]

Nice work Griffin really enjoyed. thanks much.

[@indymogul]

Thanks!

[@indymogul]

Manfrotto 701HDV tripod head, with 055XB legs

[@radiochickpro]

One man sock puppet show! Oooh that got me good... LMAO

[@akush55]

try adding a 1-2 Rubber Insulated Clamp as safeguard so carabiner with Added ring uses with the clamp.

[@RicaMOfficial]

Can you make a DIY tutorial of your Gopro RIG that you took with you to SXSW .. THAAAANKS !

[@websitesthatneedanem]

Great build!

[@Flandelacasa]

I was wondering if you saw the Movi camera already, I was also wondering if you plan to make an episode dedicated to the DIY version.

[@indymogul]

You notice at the end, I finally broke the $1 ballhead-too much stress as I ran around looking for sock puppets! But I ran my camera strap through the carabiner, so it couldn't fall. You'll also want to make sure the metal clip on the lanyard is strong enough not to fail.

[@twstutorials]

Cool can u make a camera view on the end of a barral of a gun?

[@razlatkin]

For some reason I sat there, watching the whole video anxiously waiting for a joke XD But even without a prank it was very helpful, so good job! :D

[@CrayzyFreakzzz123]

Well i would actually use another PVC Pipe like the big one attached to the belt and use it to stabilize the lanyard/carabiner thingy, so it doesn´t go up and down while you shoot. It would stay on the same height all the time, and be adjustable like the lenght of the monopod thingy :D

[@woobiesftw]

Aww this is so cute. And Brilliant. Go you!

[@Jerrysbrickworld]

You looked like you was cracking up over the puppet show gag lol ;)

[@CarlBeatty]

Like the DIY projects very cool!

[@MrMoviedirector102]

Could you make a DIY of the cineskates

[@hillaryzinks2585]

Can you figure out how to rig it to be a a reverse shot. similar to the shot in Get Him To The Greek when Russel Brand stabs Jonah Hill in the heart with the adrenaline needle. Maybe not necessarily from when Jonah stands up but a good enough rig to have it not shaking around while running around

[@motivatebusiness]

love your work

[@indymogul]

I've heard it's hard (or expensive) to get PVC outside the U.S. Anyone have any advice for finding it?

[@ThijsBaselmans]

look at all the views and positive feedback indymogul. please bring bfx back so we can enjoy more diy builds!

[@PivotProDD]

"locked onto my waist" "locked" Lol Griffin.

[@PetiteSecret]

wow, ingenious! really enjoyed this video :)

[@snpr154]

Nice video, Mate!

[@palmernuts]

good idea. if it was a little bit more stable it would also be cool to get actor to wear this to establish character's P.O.V., like... shooting a gun doom style or something.

[@ferrods]

Cheap is great! Thanks for sharing! YOLO!

[@mosab84]

Excellent job, subbed

[@Remotedisaster]

bringing back BFX would be a good april fools joke

[@gianthemanfilms]

IMPORTANT question!!! where did you get your computer desk from? ive been looking for one and i just noticed yours looks perfect!!! thanks!

[@JohnnyFilmsy-Boi]

Could you use extra straps over your shoulders, attaching to the pole to make it more stable?

[@indymogul]

The entire time I was shooting, I was worried about that imagery.

[@jimbobby2715]

I made one for the lolz but instead of the inner pvc pipe I used a dowel rod and it seemed a lot more sturdy than yours

[@nov51947]

OK, Dude! Does every YT star put a 4/1 video?? BTW, Loved it!!

[@MrDaMontana]

"I can finally film my one-man puppet show" lol!

[@Danielsaur]

This is great! I have a question! Where can I buy some pvc pipes with an 1/2 inch outer diameter and on with an 1/2 in inner diameter. Thank you!

[@indymogul]

Which links?