7 Tripod Tricks I ACTUALLY USE for Filmmaking

Learning these 7 creative tripod tricks for video will help expand your tripod movements to improve your videos. Instead of buying lots of extra gear like gimbals and sliders, these tripod tips and tricks will teach you how to use the best tripod for video in ways to give you similar effects as expensive gear.
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At first the tripod may seem like a boring filmmaking tool when compared to gimbals, sliders, and other equipment. But learning tripod tricks, tripod tips, and tripod hacks for various forms of tripod movement will help change your perspective. This video tripod tricks tutorial will give you tripod tricks for video that I actually use when filmmaking. These 7 tripod tricks are creative tripod tricks that will help you use the best tripod for video in more cinematic ways. These creative tripod tricks for video that I actually use include rubber bands, gravity, chairs, blankets, and various features on the best tripods dslr video shooting that are good tripod tricks for filmmakers. I hope this list of tripod camera tricks featured in this Camber Motion tutorial will help expand your uses for the best tripod video camera and will help you to make more creative tripod movement in your films without buying extra equipment.
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[@CamberFilmSchool]

Which of these tricks was new to you? 🎥 Got any others that you like to use?

[@arttiz01]

For me, #2, #3, #4, #6 and #7 were new. Thanks!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome to hear, Jaime 👍🏽 I'm glad it was helpful!

[@titoemo7875]

all, because i am just a beginner XD

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Great to hear you learned something new! 👍🏾

[@johnhatter8583]

Tripod with 2 legs on should and the third one on belly. Thank you, very nice video...

[@MarkBennettCameraCrisis]

I knew my muscles were too big for smooth camera pans. Everyone said I was crazy.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

😂 Nice! 💪

[@Jestunes]

Ingenious. Love the part when you hit your wife in the head with the tripod. Hilarious!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

🤣Thanks, Jesse! She was supposed to just make it look like it hit her, but I guess she takes her acting seriously!

[@oldbruck4375]

Get a hit 😂 🇯🇲

[@CamberFilmSchool]

😉

[@michael-4k4000]

Spousal abuse is not a laughing matter. Let's keep it classy gentleman....

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re right. She needs to stop abusing me!

[@0Bigassjetzx0]

That face bump caught me off guard!!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@CamberFilmSchool]

😂 her too!

[@LucasMarak]

Amazing idea the video has more life than gimbals thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! 👍

[@ElaraInspires]

That rubber band trick is so smooth! I cant wait to implement these tips while filming, thank you so much for sharing!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem, Elara Inspires 👍🏽 So glad to hear it was helpful!

[@trypsilomusic]

Brilliant! I love how these simple tricks can transform basic footage into professional looking cinematography, thank you very much for this huge help!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 👍

[@DebbraLupien_AkashicRecords]

ALL! The harness trick appeals in particular. I can see lots of fun experimentation in my future. Good thing the weather is turning.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Debbra Lupien, for sure! There are sooo many things you can do with a tripod to get creative shots. Let me know how it works out.

[@dougpopejoy9605]

simply brilliant! Thanks for 7 great techniques in one quick episode.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@nathanproft2340]

Good video, not too long, good examples of each and also point of view of the shots when you were actually taking them! Thank you!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@DrKarthikRamanan]

Super useful video! The steady cam trick was new to me. I'll probably use that one for sure!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! There are a TON of other things you can do with tripods, but these are just the most common ones I use. Maybe I'll make a follow on.

[@WhenAphroditeSpeaks]

Wow! I love the blue color in your video! So cinematic!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much! I've been experimenting with different colors and that is my favorite so far.

[@jpdcutz7432]

Thanks so much man for these! It helps a lot!Brilliant...

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem, JP. 👍 Glad to help!

[@jakethompsonhair]

This was a super cool video, learned a ton of new techniques! Great job!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That's great to hear, Jake 👍🏼Glad it was helpful!

[@mariebliss]

Thank you soooo much for this video I’m definitely going to try these out 🙌🏾 you’ve just saved me from spending a lot of money, God bless you 🙏🏾

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome, Marie! It's pretty incredible all the things you can do with the equipment you have by just getting a little creative.

[@joyoffilming9500]

The Slider hack is great, and I wasn't aware of it. Steadycam is also great! The results speak for themselves. Fantastic video!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! 👍

[@RivuSouravBanerjeeVideoEditor]

Great tropod techniques....the shoulder rig was just so cool.. really helpful and i am gonna try using all these techniques.. 😍

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome, Rivu! Let me know how it works out for you.

[@anshmandy8088]

OMG! Finally found the channel we were looking for. Will use these tricks in our videos. Thanks man!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That's so awesome to hear, Ansh & Mandy 👍🏼Glad it was helpful!

[@MukeshRathore]

super cool tips...thanks for the video 🙌

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome, Mukesh 👍🏾 and thanks!

[@rramanauthor2992]

these are super useful tips!! definitely going to use this when I'm making videos outside of screen recording lol thanks again brother!!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem, RajivRamanAuthor 👍🏽 Glad to heat they were helpful!

[@krzemian]

That's amazing, love the creative approach, thanks!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

THanks!

[@sadarahurh8794]

Best tripod tips I have ever seen. Please do more tips ! Fantastic job !

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! I made one on monopods too. Any other specific gear you want tips on?

[@SourceAwareness]

👍🏾 You're Awesome, bro; this is fantastic! Thanks for sharing these. Best Wishes

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome. 👍 Glad to help!

[@noorinder98]

Hey! I hope you are doing great! Loved your tricks and techniques and definitely going to use each one💯

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome! 👍🏾

[@FlashGun_574]

These were all packed, full of quality and legit! I’ll be using these in the future

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome! 👍

[@infanta4966]

Great video man! Really appreciate it!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome 👍🏾 Glad to help!

[@SocialConfidenceMastery]

Thanks for sharing these tips!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome! 👍🏼

[@secretsoffireband]

Great video. One of the most useful ones I have seen for simple creative uses for a tool that folks will already own!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! 👍

[@PatrickMastersProductions]

All of these are top notch tips. Much appreciated.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help! 👍

[@maxagist]

Best advice combined in a one video - perfect!!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx!

[@Semmostaja]

This is great stuff. I feel so stupid for not thinking of a single one of these myself. I actually went to a school where they did teach (somewhat) proper techniques, but of course they had the proper gear for it. Afterwards I thought stuff like this couldn't really be done without the right gear. Oh boy was I wrong, that footage looks awesome. I'll be sure to use these tricks in my next project :)

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much, Semmostaja 👍🏽 Glad to help out!

[@TonyRush21]

Layman terms are not taught in schools lol

[@DennisVSyoutube]

this was quite helpful for me. Thanks man!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@ScottymanPhoto]

Very appreciative! Thank you for the great video!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad you enjoyed it! 👍

[@edhovrud]

All good ideas! Thanks for the tips!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 😉

[@Jay_Perrotta]

Incredibly helpful! Thank you. 🙏

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 😉

[@timdawg747]

WoW, Thanks for the tips.. I never thought about these ideas.. I will use these ideas along with my Gimbals, Steady cams ect. Thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome, Tim. Glad to help!

[@kneiszlee]

That was excellent! Concise, direct and informative...love it. Well done!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! I try not to waste peoples’ time. 😉

[@kneiszlee]

@@CamberFilmSchool you succeeded!

[@kuroiyama6009]

You are the man!!! Loved every tip bro!! You have a new subscribed loved every minute of it🔥🔥

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! 😉

[@TheCruisinCrew]

Really excellent tutorial and examples! :)

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx!

[@abdulhafizgariba478]

All are insane and crazy new to me. I love everything about it. Thanks for the help

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 👍

[@williamreeder1359]

Great info! Thanks!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks, William!

[@AtomicPixel]

Great stuff brother! And beautiful fam. Cheers!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much, Atomic Pixel!

[@manojkumarvittapu1064]

Awesome...thanks for sharing such a wonderful techniques

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome, Manoj!

[@HarmoniesDolce]

Cool video. Nice post production touches and talent not too shabby!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx! 👍

[@jaybillups2063]

Thank you. Very helpful info and well done. I've got sliders and gimbals, but I rarely use them even when I pack them.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I hear ya. I've found it super useful to be able to mimic the same types of moves with minimal gear because I'll often find myself somewhere without the gear I'd want and try to still make it work.

[@Dontlicktheballoons]

BRUH. Thank you SO MUCH for sharing this man! The Rubberband alone is going to save my bacon, but holy crap all those tricks together? Dude. Mad respect and much appreciated🤘

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much, Brandon 👍🏼 I'm really glad to hear that it's been helpful! Creativity will pay off in the long run (and save you money!).

[@RichardPasquaCreative]

Great, simple tips! Thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Welcome! 👍

[@jakubsikyr6766]

That tricks are very useful. Especially the steadicam one :) Thank you!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome, Jakub!

[@makanakamultimedia]

Ingenious! Have just subscribed. I knew about the elastic band but the rest are new. I liked the very long slider...

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome! Glad to hear it helped out.

[@STUDIO-ew8dz]

than ks for these ingenius trics! I only knew the rubber band and dolly before. This video opens a completely new perspective to my shots. Thank you so much!!! 😀😀😁📽🎬 yammy coockies 😋🧸🍪

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help! 👍

[@zogun]

awesomeness tips & tricks, thanks!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@alsabah_almisry]

all your tips.... super useful! I'd never have thought of them

[@CamberFilmSchool]

🙌Awesome!

[@vivisects-and-regicide]

Amazing. Thanks for this!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem!

[@nurgisnoor6739]

Just great, you demonstrated really well,very helpful and I'm gonna try doing these tricks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome, Nurgis! Let me know how it goes.

[@workingwiththelight3119]

That was great video. Thanks!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much 👍🏽

[@arunachugh]

Very helpful, Thank you so much. 🙏🏻

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome! 👍

[@ckellyedits]

These are great tips thanks! A rubber band, so simple!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

ckellyedits, definitely! 👍🏽

[@Nomenclatureish]

Exquisitely conceived and expertly executed!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks!

[@MaximShelkov]

Great video man! I love the chair rolling technique! I’ve got a manfrotto tripod 550 and a 502 head. I am going to practice your tricks. I am going to sub to your channel this is a second awesome video that I’ve seen from you. Cheers!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much, Maxim! Glad to hear the videos have been useful, and thanks for subscribing 👍

[@Amerifilms]

I like the blanket tip, wow.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Yep, it’s a good one!

[@SupermanBB]

Excellent video. Quality all around. Good information and without all the useless fluff

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! 👍

[@MaiElizabeth]

Ingenious!! The thumbnail alone, I never thought to do that

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx! 👍

[@binuserkaf]

this was ABSOLUTEY AMAZING! THANK YOU

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx!

[@jimpurcell]

Awesome! Thanks!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 👍

[@Sara-tp6zd]

Very helpful! Thank you

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@petrosianus]

all your tips.... super useful! I'd never have thought of them in a million years!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help! 👍

[@bgirl_saga]

WOWWWW! God bless you, thank you so much for this super cool video🙌🏻

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍😉

[@mariee3]

Thank you so much bro, i didn't even know about these tripod hacks until today, God bless 👑

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help! 😉

[@cmcasadoiro]

Very good, thanks! I suscribe right now

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much! 👍🏽

[@Chris-NZ]

Just getting back into video after a couple of decades, excellent tips, bookmarked , Cheers Chris from NZ

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks! 👍

[@MetalMario137]

Wow, these are great! Gonna have a lot more difficulty implementing some of these since I kinda work alone in my shop though...

[@CamberFilmSchool]

YEah, it can be difficult when working alone. But they can be good for getting more interesting B-roll shots. What kid of shop are you working in?

[@Doc2705]

Really informative video; Thank you for taking the time.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad to help!

[@bewarethefuryofapatientman]

THANKS FOR THE TRICKS!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You're welcome!

[@mr.incognito4719]

It was worth watching... Really learnt a lot !!! Thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That’s awesome 👍🏾 Glad it helped!

[@jcon654]

That was really great Camber Film School. Amazing finished project. ew subscriber. Thank you!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thx! 😉

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Loved It!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks!

[@Angelo_Paduraru]

Great this one!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks, Angelo!

[@warrenrae32]

Fantastic tips probably all new to me😂 Thank-you 👍

[@CamberFilmSchool]

No problem! 👍

[@Justin508]

Im so happy to have found this. Thank you! I’ve been wrestling my gimbal and not loving it. Undoubtedly, it’s my fault as I’m very new to all of this. In the meantime, these tips are going to simplify my first day of my first film. Subbed.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Glad I could help!

[@costashaniaalejpoly]

subscribed and amazed....great content str8 to the point, bravo man

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome 👍🏾 Thanks, bro!

[@moumeantsAA]

nicely done mate ❤️ awesome. thanks

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks Moumeants 👍🏼 I'm glad it was helpful!

[@izzylove89]

This is GENIUS!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks!

[@JustinHouser]

Great video. Going to start using these tips during the shooting of my next video 🤙

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much, Justin! Let me know when you post it so I can check it out and try to guess which techniques you used.

[@valbeccia8591]

I like the steady cam which is new to me. Great video, thanks 🙏

[@CamberFilmSchool]

It is pretty useful! Glad to help, Val 👍🏼

[@Drostvideo]

Awesome tricks..thx for sharing..I have a gimbal for my iphone but now I can just use my Canon M50

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Drost Video, definitely! You’ll get a lot better quality video that way too.

[@janpokrzywinski]

Great tips, thanks 👍

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@yvettejoys.ebrona]

This is so awesome!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks so much, Yvette! 👍

[@nicatverdiyev473]

Thanks for all those tips

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

[@TrentKennelly]

Wow, I love these! When I can do more than just talking head in the future I'll try this for sure haha

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Definitely! You can get super creative with it.

[@markussalamander5519]

Fantastic! I'll be putting these to use.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome to hear, Markus 👍🏼 THanks!

[@SeanMiller318]

Thank you for some very useful advice.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

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This is definitely the best video ever in the whole youtube.

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome! Thank so much, Ali. 👍🏾

[@purpose6863]

I was just thinking about this video, how amazingly he thought about making this video, Each Trick scene was short and had accurate duration according to the idea !

[@CamberFilmSchool]

I appreciate it! 😉

[@devalah]

Really good stuff and nicely done! Keep 'em comin'! Subbed!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

That’s so much, devalah 👍🏾 I have a lot more on the way!

[@devalah]

@@CamberFilmSchool Awesome! Looking forward to!

[@frozanamiri9667]

Awesome video thank you 👌🏻

[@CamberFilmSchool]

You’re welcome! 👍

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This is amazing!!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks!

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Thanks man! You saved us a lot of money!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Awesome! 💰

[@ClassicJukeboxBand]

Awesome, I can use this advice!

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Cool! 👍

[@tez0999]

Great video.... More informative with in less time❤️

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks!

[@AninChakraborty]

Awesome.....loved it ❤

[@CamberFilmSchool]

👍

[@goodboy1709s]

Worth watching 👌

[@CamberFilmSchool]

Thanks, bro! 👍🏾