Best Overhead Camera Setup - How I Film my Instagram Stories

[@YSGKitcheneria]

I forgot to say how thankful I am when I found your video. I bought everything 2 months ago and now I shoot cooking and baking videos. I am still figuring out my lighting since the sun is not showing a lot these days. Thank you so much!

[@myralyra2404]

I assembled this just now!! All the links in the description still work in July 2023 and it’s really awesome haha. It’s relatively cheap compared to other phone mounts or tripods (cost $32 ish for all parts) and it’s pretty stable with my iPhone 13 Pro! Highly recommend for anyone thinking of getting it now

[@andreapinkii9972]

I have been using this for months and I am so happy with it! This video was super helpful and I have recommended it to anyone who asked what my set up was! Thank you so much!

[@soniasonia-he4rc]

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[@cassandracortright1826]

Bought it all, put it together in less than 5 min. Thank you so so much I’ve been looking for a cost effective option👏🏼

[@bluebird94]

Hi wanted to purchase the setup too but noticed the ball head isn't the same shown in the video, it isn't rounded. Is yours rounded or not?

[@cassandracortright1826]

Mine came rounded, when I click on the link I see a 360 degree ball head and that’s what I got! My set up works great

[@bluebird94]

@@cassandracortright1826 Thanks for replying so quick.

[@phillipfowler6001]

Hi Cassandra, im attempting to complete the setup and I’m stuck when it comes to attaching the ballpoint. Sound likes I bought the same items you did (from the link). He makes a note of unscrewing the piece to make it attach to the swing arm but it isn’t working for me. Any advice? My ballpoint is the one from the link!

[@phillipfowler6001]

*ballpoint=ball head lol

[@cearabog]

I have two family members that want to make top down videos. They've been searching in stores and not been able to find something that works for them. I bought two of this set up that you suggested and I just put it together. So easy! They are going to be so excited to use it! The only problem now is I have to wait till Christmas to give it to them! Thanks for the video!

[@stephanashley4511]

Did they like the set up ?

[@frok79]

Fantastic - just bought the stuff and it works! (took me a while to figure out how to configure the ball head - if you don't have the right screwdriver - you can just unscrew the adjustment knob and screw that into the the metal insert at the bottom, when you turn it will come out)

[@Gapeachsami]

Thank yo so much for this! All of my things arrived this weekend. I just put it all together. Took less than five minutes and I was up and running. You may not realize how much you have improved my life. :D

[@moukafaslouka4796]

You are a life saver. My wife wanted to start filming herself making great food. I looked online and found your video. I bought everything and I will get what is needed in a week or so. I just hope that the ball joint I purchased would fit as it does not look like the one showed in your video.

[@143courtney]

everything just arrived and by watching your video, I was able to put it together all by myself. It was seriously sooo simple and your note regarding the ball head was VERY easy to do. Thank you SOOO much for sharing your knowledge!!!

[@jj-hm4xb]

Was the thread adapter necessary for the specific setup linked?

[@annarose8045]

These are OVERALL the BESTTT videos on youtube- Short & sweet, shows u how to put it together, what to buy & boom you got the same setup- Thank you. My last piece just came in- excited to shoot some content with it :)

[@scottsodyssey2485]

Got more out of your video than all the “tech” channels combined , thank you for posting this! Happy New Year.

[@mjskitchen1067]

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[@provethemwrong5385]

why compare...and what did you do with what you got out of this video?

[@cassidinecaszo]

I ordered everything and I’m glad to say it works perfect! Unscrewing that center part of the joint ball was confusing until I re-read your description. Thanks bro.

[@DadsDishes]

thanks for this video, really love that you've already figured out the exact parts and linked them all AND it's inexpensive! Note that as of the time I purchased them (9/22/2020), the ball head mount looks different than the one in the video (Now it's just a short cylinder shape as opposed to cone like). At first it looks like the microphone stand won't fit into the ball head mount. You just (1) take the gold adapter screw off the microphone stand and (2) use your finger to loosen and unscrew the inside piece on the female end of ball head mount. Then the opening will be wide enough to accomodate the male end of the microphone stand.

[@wishcandyyy]

oh bless you for updating the ball head description. i bought the parts and then tried to put them together yesterday. was able to unscrew the insert just now. i'll finally be able to film

[@sarahdippity]

Thanks Ronny for sharing this! I’ve scouted much on YT to find a set up that’s doable for me and love yours! So I ordered everything you mentioned here and made my first flat lay video as a test! I filmed with my little Canon G7 Mark II and it works out fabulously! Posted the video at 3am last night! So happy I finally found a simple way to film from the top down ... Wes Anderson style! You rock! Thanks Ronny!

[@BLoren]

This worked! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR SHARING!!! I've been trying to figure out a decent overhead set up for years and they're all so cheaply made, poorly designed, and expensive. This feels so secure and high quality, and it works great! THANK YOU! Only spent $36.

[@HB-nb6pf]

This was very helpful, but I have a question about lighting - the light in my kitchen is not great, and this will be primarily where I am filming (food). I've found an overwhelming amount of options for ring lights for selfies, but what is your recommendation to allow for a minimal lighting source that can also pivot with the camera to be pointed at the food? I realize I can probably set up a softbox to the side, but space is limited, and I'd like to be able to do it all in one contraption if possible. Thoughts?

[@boop7313]

I need to know this too. Lighting is terrible in my flat and everything I've tried so far leaves a glare. I think it's a diffuser that we need but which on for limited space? 😵‍💫

[@thepromo1485]

The best way to film cooking videos I've seen so far!!! Great job!!!

[@sarahorman8215]

As a nail technician who has been thinking about how to set up something like this for creating photographs and videos I found this extremely helpful thank you! Your info was so clear and easy. New fan here! 🙋‍♀️

[@vicky-yc2wc]

This worked really well. I had alot of issues fitting the ballhead at first. However used a flat head screwdriver held it tight, and yes it screws out. Perfect all ready to go.

[@durancoley]

Perfect

[@JohnPannell]

Great advice and looks so simple. Any tips on syncing/editing top down and camera facing clips. Ideally record both together to ensure continuity of food prep and cooking.

[@rodeltimmalog6964]

I bought it all, except for the ball head got a problem as you said in the description. Waiting for the adapter that I purchased. Thanks for sharing.

[@juvadeetaoha7988]

Ronny! You just added so much value to my life! I was searching for exactly this composition and I‘m deeply grateful that I was guided to your video 🙏🏼 Many thanks for sharing this as well as for the links - way to go! 🤘🏻

[@Beachlife72]

Where did you see the links to buy the attachment please

[@kathmanduexpressfastfood]

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[@CraftTea275]

Just got my set up today. Wanted to come back here to say... Thanks so much for sharing this info!

[@ElisandeWalters]

the neewer Swing arm is also the arm of Ikea desklamps ;)

[@PoraPoraCrochet]

After watching the video I bought all from Amazon. It's easy and fast putting them together. Thank you for a great video.

[@ClaudiaRamirez-em3hd]

Could you recommend me brands and how many parts did you have to buy please? [e-mail]

[@PoraPoraCrochet]

Hi Claudia. I purchased it from Amazon. The brand is Neewer and all included in 1 package.

[@YsabelTeo]

FINALLY! one that fits point and shoot cameras 😍 Thank you so much !!

[@syeddanazeera8331]

Very helpful video. Everything was clearly shown and explained nicely. Thank you from India 🇮🇳

[@kitchennofmadras3792]

Nice idea.. which will fix into swing arm 1|/4" or 3/8 " ball head mount

[@gojosatorio3423]

Thank you so much, I'm a culinary student studying in this new normal and I need to cook a recipe that I chose by myself, my problem is that I don't have anyone to help me take the video because we just need to take a video and submit it to our prof. I have a microphone stand as well as a camera holder, they were separated but I just set it up like how you instructed and now I can take an overhead video while cooking. It's so cool and I'm very excited.

[@Jenolistic]

Awesome, thanks for this setup! I've been trying to do them with a tripod and they never work very well!

[@kirtichandratreya960]

Bought it yesterday and setup so fast! and already recording videos. Thank you for this! Saved me a ton of time, and money.

[@farbtupfen2689]

Thank you for this video! I´ve been looking for a solution like this for art videos. I couldn´t figure out a setup that didn´t interfere with the working process, but this is the solution. It works fine!

[@notesfromleisa-land]

Thank for demonstrating your setup. There is so much garbage peddled (I recently had to return such) seeing an effective setup was very helpful

[@bcandidvisuals]

I've always wondered how this is done! Thanks for posting this!

[@angelangel4142]

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[@DianneCulbertsonJacques]

I came across this while searching for ways to shoot video at my jewelers bench and this works for me! Thank you!

[@AnalizasKitchen]

This is what I'm looking for. Thank you for demonstration.

[@phireaksmartbaby3751]

Hello best videos for me❤

[@zoeadams9419]

Just awesome, you are sharing about this setup. God bless You in all you do and aspire.

[@Shawnantonioexperience]

Mannnnn, I’ve been trying to figure this out for months, lol. I’m subbing on the strength of you being helpful as hell 💯

[@lynseycobden203]

At last. Thank you for telling us the EXACT products to buy!!! So many of these videos are so vague

[@durancoley]

Hi, great video, but the ball head n stand won’t connect . The stands pole is much wider than the ball head

[@lennyasmrart]

ye that just happened to me ,whattttttt????????? the ball head doesnt fith the standam i confused,,,,,,,,,,,wow just figured it out the little piece in the ball comes out yay!!!!!!

[@Cookwithso]

Me too :(((

[@MarwahMoorad]

@@lennyasmrart how did it come out? Can you please share? I am unable to figure how that piece will come out.

[@sophieskuchentipps]

Omg I absolutely need this for my KZbin cooking channel!

[@aizhanakhmet1378]

Thank you for your recommendations!!! I have bought these accessories for my husbands birthday! He is so happy!! I He is using these very well when cooking!!!!

[@amaliaalfie23]

Hi Ronnie - Thank you so much for sharing. You have inspired me to purchase this set up and start my own instastories cooking journey. QQ: what is the lighting set-up you use when you need some extra light? I see you use some soft boxes...

[@MinttMeringue]

Got this and put it together. I had to take out the metal thread like you said in the description and it worked perfectly even with my big Galaxy Note9! I want to be able to film cooking/baking well for my grandma and this is perfect. Thanks!

[@kyikyimomo5670]

Thank you so much. I bought all the recommended items and it worked ❤

[@MannyWC]

and now your lighting?! :))

[@lizgaby9761]

Nice window and sun lol

[@HomemadeCookingTube]

Just came across your video and it was helpful thank you for posting it. I just started my Channel about a month ago and I'm still learning and figuring things out and trying to make it better.

[@gilianjournals]

Thank you for this one! I have that swing arm for microphone. Just realized I can use it. :)

[@digitalincometactics9858]

Hi Ronald, I was just looking how to do this I do have a swing arm on a desk lamp and the clamp for i-phone but taking everything apart will see what I can do perfect! As a former mechanic I can figure this out and cook too thanks...

[@themarketinghustle2986]

Gave it to my girlfriend as a present and It does the job! 🙌 P.D. Don’t forget to read the video description, or you will struggle to install it, as I did 🤣

[@PendelSteven]

2:20 The most important thing is the middle, be sure to have as much around the middle as you can, ideally all of the clamp to have more grip, but it fastens in the middle.

[@SHYsArt]

Funny guy, thanks for a few chuckles. Oh yeah educational too.

[@davidalan7]

great video! Glad you mentioned the ball head insert could be removed. I was ready to order an adapter! Thanks!

[@saraporro4749]

this was really useful and as a plus it made me laugh out loud. Thanks so much!

[@mylenecleofas5533]

hello can i know what is the name of that product i want it also,thanks in advance

[@stardustparchment]

Thank you so much for the videos and the links! You have saved me from purchasing expensive and not as versatile equipment. Now I can use my iPhone to film my art videos and tutorials!

[@kulthumosman3448]

Hi Ronny... I need to get this, however I could not find it on Amazon, appreciate it if you can please advise me the model name & number. Thank you so much. Brgds

[@bech6114]

When buying the ballhead, to unscrew the threaded insert, use a flat head screwdriver as big as but no bigger than 5/16 flathead screwdriver and it’s perfect!

[@sarahdippity]

wow! you rock! this tip is gold! i was wondering if i bought the wrong things. thank you!

[@BarMaterials]

THANK YOU! I was having so much trouble figuring out!!

[@kSchmidt583]

Wow this is amazing thank you for sharing

[@PrimalGourmet]

my pleasure!

[@UshaFacts]

How to take videos (with mobile not with camera and with simple tripod) in topview for example cooking videos, they show only the pan and the ingredients on it. How is this possible?

[@wojomojo]

How do you light the space to avoid shadows?

[@PrimalGourmet]

I mostly shoot stories with natural light. The lighting you see in this video is from two soft boxes.

[@wojomojo]

Primal Gourmet thanks. I thought with overhead light the arm would cast a shadow but your kitchen seems very well lit.

[@weetzybat]

@@wojomojo a softbox is not on the ceiling. It's a stand

[@cherrytv9309]

@@PrimalGourmet can you please share the soft boxes you use?

[@lala-ol5qs]

Bought it all and set up was very quick. I wanted to film some videos and this setup seemed professional, easy, and just cool. Thank you so much!!

[@Ejenbro]

thanks. you are awesome.. no need expensive tool.

[@lenanguyen.]

Thanks Ronny! Just ordered all the parts and I'm excited to set this up.

[@malouplata4483]

Really versatile.tutorials you did, Love watching it... And just finish it till the end..... Because it is excellent... I gave it a thumbs up.. 👍

[@sydney2611]

Thank you SO much! I just bought this set-up and I'm thrilled to have this affordable option!!!

[@weetzybat]

I wanna use your affiliate link but do you have one for US?

[@desireedumitrescu3453]

Thank you sir! Very helpful and I was able to do a tutorial filming setup for my crochet and knitting shop!

[@amandaoun6489]

Thank you! thank you! Thank you! 🕺🏻

[@supermansmom]

Thank you. Thank you! I bought everything, got to the ball head and nearly had a heart attack. I read the note in your caption and I am all setup and ready to go!

[@WhiteBoardFinance]

Great idea, love it :)

[@PrimalGourmet]

Happy to hear!

[@naifahfannu]

Pls subscribe

[@shazdasilva8237]

Thank you! This was a cheap and brilliant set up. Cost me less than £50 and I purchased all Neewer parts :)

[@lifeinmyway2200]

I want ur microphone details pls bri

[@MannyWC]

and lighting!

[@boop7313]

Finally a solution that won't cost me thousands of dollars. Thankyou Ronny! Now I'm going to scour your channel for info on simple affordable and good lighting set ups! I don't ask for much do I? 😂

[@soniasonia-he4rc]

What's the device name

[@iLoveLeatherNYC]

5:30 Bro you DID NOT just bite the phone! lol. You are funny as hell. Cut it out.

[@shelbylcasper]

Purchased this set-up and love it!! Thank you!

[@jnavi68054]

Have been looking for this this sort of demonstration for ages! Couldn't get my head wrapped around what bits to buy. Just bought all the items you listed including the female to thread adapter just incase. Also added a bluetooth remote for my iPhone to my purchase order for when I attempt to create a flat-lay stop motion video. Cost me about $150 in total for those extra items including the quickest delivery option there was. Fingers crossed it works! Thanks again :-)

[@nayshanaik9363]

Your this video is very helpful for me , to complete my set up I want to know about lightings, can you please recommend me regarding lights for shooting video ??

[@GiuliaArdizzone]

Very cool! I have just started my cooking channel and I’m debating if I should buy this equipment for this kind of shots. Thank you

[@marencruickshank]

Short, sweet and funny. Lovely.

[@nezzysbraziliansweets-nezz5916]

Just received mine and loving it already. Thank you so much

[@TheKhalipha]

Amazing advice, but I also love the board can you link that too?

[@nadyaedwards]

Bought it from amazon, arrived and everything went together smoothly! Thank-you so much!

[@rayeadamssstv9187]

How do you call this stuff??

[@joettathomas6474]

You are an absolute SAVIOR... Thank you!

[@mycraftynook5266]

Hello, thank you very much for this video, and your recommendations. I was wondering would if it would be possible, (if you know), to attach this set up from the ceiling? Thanks again.

[@elixirpolish5519]

wowwww where was this years ago?! Thank you so easy and very clear!

[@cierrajohnson12]

You are so helpful the other channels think we all got money. Thank you so much

[@vickylopez1479]

Just used your links to buy the three recommendations! Many thanks man! I’m excited!!! Going to use to teach yoga as well as cooking.

[@BufferTimeTalks]

I took similar shots in my videos, but with a different technique. Thanks for sharing this.

[@GreenEyedGuide]

Not only is this helpful, I LOVE the humor! Thank you x 3000!

[@kaylacausey]

Such a helpful video. Thank you for including taking out the small metal threaded insert. Everything was easy to put together thanks to this video!

[@ButterflyMeadowsHomestead]

Thank you. I have this exact equipment but was not sure how to use it and have been struggling with overhead shots. So glad I found this video. Do you have any tips for shooting over a stovetop? I'll see if you have a video on that as well.

[@vasid2991]

2024 and this works flawlessly. Whole setup costs around $45. Thanks for sharing man!

[@thatindianfoodguy9405]

Wow Ronald thank you so much for sharing. This has been frying my brain for ages and you've made it so simple. Quick question, sorry if it's already been answered: how do you deal with steam from the pan getting onto the lens?

[@doctorrecipe872]

great explanation, next time I will try in my cooking videos.

[@atheocha]

Fab video - to the point and clear - no BS ! Jut bought my kit!!

[@swethabandari4203]

Very useful, simple and sweet ..i was looking for this .thank you😊

[@mnemsmama8036]

Thank you for this! I plan on doing more recipe videos for Instagram and KZbin and found this very helpful!

[@Aisha-wn9et]

Do you have a video of how you edit and step by step on how you make your videos?

[@blingybrenda2795]

Very cool and you make it sound so easy! I’ve bought for a bit more as I’m new to this KZbin thing, had to return all 3. I feel confident I found one! Thanks so much! And hello ig!