(Part 3) Best camera mounts & clamps according to redditors
We found 1,740 Reddit comments discussing the best camera mounts & clamps. We ranked the 518 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
There are a lot of tracking mounts on the market. Just a few of the popular ones:
Of these, it seems that the Star Adventurer is the best performing at ~40 arcsec of periodic error. Performance of the Nyx Tracker scales proportionally with price, but still good enough to take 5x longer exposures than without a tracker. [A disclaimer - the Nyx Tracker is my product, designed as a budget option for those testing the waters or that want a portable, light, rugged, easy to use option].
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Sure, it's pretty straight forward.
I used this L Bracket
to mount this
Gimbal. For lighting up my dark house/living room, this
LED Light works great. It's very bright.
To mount my old iPhone 4s as a monitor, I used a couple of these and a cheap iPhone case.
This produces very stable videos that turn out great for indoor parties, Christmas morning, etc. The WG gimbal mounts easily on my moutain bike or helmet as well, it's very flexible.
I used these to stick my sensors up on the ceiling.
Ok here's what i did since
A) I didn't want to spend the $$ on a go pro and
B) I wanted a camera that is easily scripted (or hackable if you will).
I got the Xiaomi Yi Action cam with the water proof case for about $75
Stuffed it with memory
Grabbed some adhesive mounts for $8
And enabled this script that allows you to just push the on button when you hook a fish and the cam will take a photo every two seconds until you shut it off. You end up with a lot of photos but it's easy to sort though and just grab the good ones. The script also allows you to set different exposure and quality settings which make for some great pics.
If you go this route hit me up once you get the cam and I'll share out there script I use.
These should do the trick:
Although ideally with a ball head for versatility :)
https://www.amazon.com/RivenAn-Universal-Release-Handlebar-Holding/dp/B01CTOM0MU/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1480052755&sr=1-4&keywords=tripod+pole+mount
/u/aw2 - I built this DIY "rifle-style" rig for my Panasonic cameras, as seen [here] (https://photos.google.com/share/AF1QipN7_t6Km4sMaFmKdAKV4CI3Ldq-QCzDcELc4L5Z8z9-lHYe7_3D1fKnb572z9kGjw/photo/AF1QipNqHuk3NZsHJdX9opwYVX0Bi-JCQFa3p0xdTLh8?key=emJQZUpyWWxFc0FSYll0TWxhOGRYdy1tUlR2bERR) with the GH4 and a ring light.
It's a great setup for run and gun.
Here is the parts list (total for the basic rig is a little over $130):
Basic Rig
Optional Ring Light
Optional Second Quick Release Plate
Hope this is helpful and good luck!
$11 - far more secure.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9N6P5G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_ORkxxbDQW9TJX
$13 - also more secure
https://www.amazon.com/TELESIN-Degree-Rotary-Wrist-Rotation/dp/B00NPRK5F0/ref=sr_1_5?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1465697789&sr=1-5&keywords=go+pro+wrist+strap
It makes sense as your $50 price point puts you at about 333% profit margin and that's being conservative given that the estimate I have on materials is pretty lofty. If this is 3D printed or even machined aluminum, $15 per unit cost is pretty high. Average profit margins for companies with $2m in revenue hover between 10% and 30% - that's the world where a 25% profit margin makes sense; the real world.
I use something like this on my rig. You will also need the Tripod mount from GoPro.
Cold shoe to Tripod Adapter
GoPro Tripod Mount
A clamp mount is really the only one I can think of that would work. I’m not sure how much pressure it could put on the flute, so be careful.
Edit: This one looks a bit oversized. GoPro sells a more appropriately sized one, however it’s a little more pricey.
Personally, I would go with a used body and lens. A cropped body would be the smallest, lightest and most inexpensive way to go.
So, that is a complete setup for about $650. All you need to do is provide the vantage point and shoot the image.
Happy to help!
Putting the 80ED on a regular (non tracking GEM) tripod will unfortunately be a waste of time if you want to shoot galaxies and other deep space objects. The issue is that they are extremely faint, and you need long exposures to capture the little light that they give off. So if the mount on the tripod is not moving along the earths axis at the same speed that the earth rotates all you'll get is a bunch of star trails. And even with a GEM mount it's still highly recommended that you use computer guiding to make up for mechanical errors while shooting. So yes, keep saving...trust me it will be worth it.
So there are smaller mounts that track the Earth's rotation albeit not as effectively as a big telescope tracking mount. This isn't a major issue however because they're designed to mount DSLR's and not long focal length telescopes. Here are a few examples of what people have shot with their DSLR and the smaller mounts:
These were shot with DSLR's and the iOptron SkyTracker you can also buy it's competitor the SkyWatcher Star Adventurer
You'll need to attach that head to a sturdy tripod, and I should say that I'm not sure if this is the latest gen...you might want to look into that.
There are some large objects in the sky which widefield shots (DSLR lenses) are great for. M31 is about three times the size of the moon in the sky...it's hard to capture it all in a telescope but much easier with a DSLR and wider lens. I would say that if you want to get into it at a low cost, then this is your best bet. I don't want to encourage you to try astrophotography with a telescope and your current budget because it will be so frustrating that you'll risk giving up this awesome hobby entirely.
https://www.amazon.com/Adhesive-Camera-Mount-Tripod-Thread/dp/B00GYG16E8
Couple of extra bucks and you could have got these that allow for way more angles.
maybe this? https://www.amazon.com/Nordic-Flash-Adhesive-Mounts-Cameras/dp/B00JCTQ3RE/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1498965672&sr=1-1-spons&keywords=3m+adhesive+pads&psc=1
something like this
I bought this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GYG16E8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_wT1Nzb9K2X684
And this:
http://www.officedepot.com/a/products/789230/Scotch-Extreme-Fasteners-1-x-4/
Velcro the mount to the wall. It holds just fine. You can take the mount down anytime and it barely leaves a trace. Just a small clear Velcro tape that no one will notice.
I think it's the Delkin Fat Gecko Triple Suction Mount.
This seems to be the only one that has the third cup on a rotational ball.
+1 on the Hero 2, Same experiences as you. Though one hour of video is roughly 6Gigs at 1080p, so with a 32GB card, its not a prob. I just brought an extra battery (~7.99$) off Amazon (hero2HD), Just a matter of stopping and changing. Within that 2 hours I always stop for something anyways. My goPro bike mount broke 2x and got this afterwards:
http://www.amazon.com/K-EDGE-Handlebar-Mount-GoPro-K13-420/dp/B005YVTKT2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1369426490&sr=8-3&keywords=go+pro+bike+mount
Get some clamps like these or something, and attach them wherever you want / can.
If you really really need to, you could also pick up Something like a short towel handrail and screw those into the wall in both of the rooms, so that you could move the clamps from one room to the other.
Not perfect as a solution, but it'll do in a pinch.
For my videos I use this thing, which has a few variants out there: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G568QPC
I was looking for a solution that wasn't permanent so I could loan my gopro to other drivers to see what they were doing differently, this seemed like a pretty reasonably priced option and it's worked well so far. It has straps that you just tighten around the chin area, and stays pretty well, hasn't started to be loose for me yet. It doesn't allow you to close the visor completely, but it's super close, and I haven't had any debris end up in my helmet from the small amount it's open. The only annoyance I have so far is the bracket that it comes with to attach to your gopro was a little difficult to put on.
I saw the complaints about the GoPro mount causing a lot of shake. So I decided I might as well throw down for the K-Edge Pro mount which had awesome reviews, and watched a youtube video comparing the two. Here is how I mounted the GoPro, next time i'll probably mount it on the other side of the stem so that my right hand fingers are not in the shot. Taking it mountain biking tonight, so i'll see how it fairs in that terrain.
Here's the mount I use:
http://amzn.com/B005YVTKT2
I hang my GoPro under it with it set to wide angle and upside down video. Makes for a really stable video platform.
Once the adhesive is bonded, it probably wont be as strong when you remount it.
That being said you can still use screws to secure.
Otherwise you can always buy replacement adhesive pads (search 3M VHB adhesive).
The GoPole Evo sounds like just what you're looking for. It floats and it's not too expensive, and it has a wrist strap.
http://www.amazon.com/GoPole-EVO-Transparent-Extension-Cameras/dp/B00B3YJG5C
Have you looked into making your own?
i was looking at shoulder rigs yesterday and had the idea of maybe doing a diy rig and this is the rough list I've come up with so far.
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Hey fai1, I bought this EVO pole from Amazon for a recent trip to Iceland. It handled the sulfur hot springs and salt water like a champ. The telescoping section is all clear so it's less distracting in videos and plastic is lighter and less likely to corrode than the GoPro branded poles. The main pole is watertight unless you open the twist joint under water, then it will fill and sink. I locked it before submersion so it would float. When I was done shooting for the day, I submerged the whole pole and let it fill with tap water to clear out residue before opening the twist joint and resting the pole upside-down to let the water drain out. Good luck!
Looking for something similar. Thinking about getting this one
Anyone have experience with it?
Head mounts are difficult to get right. If you don’t want to use a head mount, try using the jaw clamp mount.
Link Here
This can clip to the rim of a snare or tenor, or the tension rods on the sides of a snare in order to get a nice angle of the drum, your hands, and possibly your face depending on how you want it set up.
Good luck!
Currently a cheap one off amazon. I wanted to test before going all in and it does pretty good. My helmet has a ton of vents and odd geometry so I cant use most of the adhesive ones.
TELESIN Helmet Chin Mount, Motorcycle Helmet Strap for GoPro Hero (2018) Hero 7 Black/White/Gray, Hero 6 Hero 5 Black Hero 4/3+/LCD Session Fusion, 360 Camera, AKASO, Campark, Polaroid, Lite, APEMAN https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G568QPC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DYliDbPYE8P94
Chest mount.
Also my first Coachella with my Hero 6!
I'm outfitting my Hero 6 with a 128GB Samsung MicroSD card.
For power, I'm bringing in two precharged spare batteries for a total of 3 batteries.
For my grip, I'm bringing in the handler as my grip. I thought about the Karma grip but it's kinda expensive and won't last the whole day in the fest; I also don't know how I would store it. What's important here is that you can't bring a grip that extends like a selfie-stick, those are banned from the grounds. If you have a hard time, kindly explain to the security guard that the grip doesn't extend and is fixed at 6-inches. I had a friend go to W1 last year with a Karma grip and she just explained that it didn't extend so she was good.
Since I'm bringing in a CamelBak, I wanted somewhere to place the GoPro when it's not on the grip and without having to worry about pickpocketers. I tried out several backpack clips like this one or this one but I essentially decided that I wanted to make sure it would quick-release to the grip for easy transitions. The clip that did have that feature broke pretty quickly so I'm going to try out this one and give it a shot with some velcro. It seems pretty sturdy. To get the camera fully upright, you're going to need a j-hook mount or a raised mount like the one included in the official mount set.
The alternative to any backpack solution is just unclip the GoPro into a fanny pack or a front pocket for safe keeping and store the grip into a backpack.
New GoPros come with sticky/adhesive mounts in the box, so you might have the truck covered with those. For the bike, the Chesty mount or vented helmet strap would be good picks, though there are some great bike mounts too (just aren't as versatile).
I have this thing
The new official replacement for the J-hook is way better and you will get better flush mounting.
Refer to the item on the upper left corner of the GoPro Grab Bag - that's the one you want to get.
https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Grab-Bag-Official-Mount/dp/B01GCKO9IK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1500061369&sr=8-1&keywords=gopro+grab+bag
For stationary timelapse shots, I sometimes use one of these - http://www.amazon.com/camarush-1004-camalapse-4/dp/B00LV5LBE2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422133875&sr=8-1&keywords=camalapse&pebp=1422133879178&peasin=B00LV5LBE2
They are great way to add a little motion to a stationary landscape shot. If you decide to buy, you do need to by a special mount, but it is cheap - http://www.amazon.com/GoPro-ABQRT-001-Tripod-Mounts/dp/B00F19Q7AC/ref=pd_sim_p_5?ie=UTF8&refRID=0J04X2SMKPA01Q3PHE5Y
Thanks! I am gonna wait for Go PRO 8 for now. I already have a dash cam so don't need that.
Suction cup is something I need to look into more. I need a strong reliable ones. I read Delkin DDMNT-TRIPLE Fat Gecko is good. Reason for this is I wanna try to make videos when it snows (Chicago)
Any good portable chargers you recommend? Fast one would be great.
> You can recommend me more than one camera.
lol thanks.. didn't realize that...I am super tired today even after 2 cups of coffee....Thanks again :)
I'm using something similar to this on my ceiling, but you can definitely mount it on the wall.
https://www.amazon.com/iSaddle-Thread-Double-Sided-Adhesive-Universal/dp/B00QSFKJ8E/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1504034722&sr=8-3&keywords=dash+cam+mount+adhesive
Uses double-sided tape, so no drilling/nailing required.
Probably a tripod and something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z4HVR7Y/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_AzaHzbVMZEJT3
Oh gotcha. Ya they sell those too fortunateely. Hope that's helpful!
Shoei RF-1200
https://www.shoei-helmets.com/helmets/rf-1200.html
GoPro HERO7 Black
https://shop.gopro.com/cameras/hero7-black/CHDHX-701-master.html
GoPro Mic Adapter
https://shop.gopro.com/accessories-3/pro-3.5mm-mic-adapter/AAMIC-001.html
GoPro Grab Bag
https://shop.gopro.com/mounts/grab-bag/AGBAG-002.html
Custom 3D printed mount
https://www.shapeways.com/product/5LXTCDPJS/gopro-chin-mount-shoei-rf-1200-shoei-nxr?optionId=87381077&li=ostatus
ULANZI Select
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MQRXZWM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_cPMXCbNC25B5T
Purple Panda
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSKI46R/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_c_api_i_nRMXCbWGYQ04C
Sena 30K
http://www.buysena.com/30K-01.html?sc=23&category=142416
3M adhesive pads
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JCTQ3RE?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Alcohol (to clean the mounting spot on helmet)
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B5JT8C?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Flush mounting screws
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-5mm-0-8-x-20mm-Allen-Drive-Cap-Screws-2-Count/3012859
Safety tape
https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-1-3-in-Safety-Tape/3057237
After reading a bunch of poor reviews on the handlebar mount awhile back I decided to get this one instead. http://www.amazon.com/ARKON-GP134-Zip-Tie-Style-Bicycle/dp/B00B9N6P5G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1369608345&sr=8-1&keywords=go+pro+arkon
Unfortunately I haven't tried it on my bike yet but it seems much more versatile and the reviews were good. Its got a bit of foam around the base of it that might help with the vibration issue.
Although if the vibration issue is with the bike itself a helmet mount might be the way to go; your head is usually the most steady thing in anything that you do.
Something like this:
http://www.amazon.com/ARKON-GP134-Zip-Tie-Style-Bicycle/dp/B00B9N6P5G
It's sold as part of a multi pack at my Walmart. Haven't tried it out though, so I can't vouch for its holding power.
I've used this on my poly finished Fenders and nitro finished Gibsons. I admit I don't leave it on the guitar for hours, but it has not done any damage.
https://www.amazon.com/Sametop-Adjustable-Gooseneck-Session-Cameras/dp/B01CQ6PWSA/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1527198740&sr=8-3&keywords=gopro+clamp
I use GoPro Mounting Adhesive mounts & GoPro brackets and made a loop with paracord that ran through the normal GoPro brackets. Then I just use 20" cinch straps that I cut from a pair of old 72" tie-down straps.
I haven't used these EZ Deck Plugs, but they probably work fine. I like the gopro mounts because I can actually just use them for the GoPro when I don't have a cooler on my board. And, I can slide the brackets on or off depending if I'm using them.
I can send you pictures if you want to see.
Ummm
https://www.amazon.com/Suction-Mount-VIOFO-A119S-Camera/dp/B071W6F1RQ
I personally use ratcheting cargo bars for the lighthouses as they are quick to setup/remove and cheap. This setup would allow you to mount pretty much up to the ceiling.
https://www.harborfreight.com/2-in-1-support-cargo-bar-66172.html
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01CTOM0MU
It looks like a suction cup or some sort of other mount on the tank. The camera would've been way less table with the chest mount.
This is the suction mount I used to use on my tank before I put a permanent one on the top front of the tank:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GMCLLYE/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
It can get very tall so it will have more view and less tank in the FOV.
This with this accessory has been amazing for me in every stiuation.
You technically could put them on the floor, I've done it and had good tracking, but yeah that's not a good long term solution haha. I got these, peeled off the glue, and used the dual locking 3M strips so I can take them down and move them if necessary.
I got this idea from another reddit user.
I bought 2 of https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00BPRLV8M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1. Cheep and works.
I should have gotten 3 but now the mount is out of stock last I checked so the next item I got for my third sensor: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QSFKJ8E/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Placed on my wall instead of the ceiling.
I got the following:
http://amzn.com/B006IPL8FC
+
http://amzn.com/B00RFZTUWC
With the theory (have not received yet) being that the iPhone mount holds the XT battery and screws in (on the bottom) to the baseplate. Then you can mount that on the back of your rails. Very compact.
I haven't tried the GoPro Handlebar mount. I ordered one from Amazon it turned out to be some cheap plastic thing. But it was only $5 so I it was a total knockoff. I picked up a K-EDGE mount for my bike. That thing has been solid as a rock. It's rather pricey for just a piece of metal. But works great. K-Edge Handlebar Mount - Amazon
It was right there on the amazon page you linked to.
http://www.amazon.com/GoPro-ABQRT-001-Tripod-Mounts/dp/B00F19Q7AC/ref=pd_cp_p_0
(*takes deep breath before long winded blobbidyblah)
The mount is a combination of parts between
Thinvik Music Guitar Drum Mic Instrument Stand Mount Gooseneck Jaws Flex Clamp 360 Degree Rotation for Gopro Hero 6 5 4 3+ Black Session https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075QCBWKS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_GaJuDbZ3T140T
And
GoPro Grab Bag (GoPro Official Mount) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GCKO9IK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_McJuDb1GZMSZV
The drum mount had the arm I needed to get out in front of the chin, the three-way articulated elbow thingy..as it both bends and rotates....and the smaller thumb screws...
the other had the curve sticky mount and taller mount shoe to allow the arm to lay flatter against the helmet.
The Bluetooth is
https://www.ucleardigital.com/shop/helmet-communications/bluetooth/motorcycle/motion-infinity-bluetooth-helmet-audio-system-single-kit/
I love the Bluetooth . It gets loud enough to hurt your ears without distortion.
The mics do well enough considering the following helmet info below....
The buttons are big and dumb and easy to use and the app has some neat features...like equalizer adj....
It does have this " gestures" feature ..like you wave your hands around certain ways and it does " things" .... I had to turn that off In the app almost immediately.
I actually noticed it because there is an IR emitter on the lower portion below the buttons that I noticed while taking a picture..but then a couple days later while riding it was randomly doing "things"... Like stopping the music or changing the volume... It took me a couple miles to figure out what the hell was going on...That s*** had to go!
Though maybe I'll jack with it later and try to embrace it It might have some adjustments.. I haven't looked...
The helmet honestly is a cheapo from cycle gear, they have retail location here in Sanjose area.
"SEDICI " brand
It was on sale.. I think I paid like 100$
I really kinda wish I had been more patient and spent 100$ more. But it gets the job done.
And to be honest ...the lense hinge system sucks and it's windy AF from under the chin ..
I did fab up a custom chin skirt that helps a little... by cutting the side out of the "sock" the helmet came in...adding some bungee shoelace and just stapling it to the back of the helmet chin foam piece.. with a regular ass desk stapler.
I intentionally left slack in the cloth because the bungee cord tightens it up under my chin. And basically so you can get your head in..
http://imgur.com/a/1HDmbE7
but anything over 50mph is loud but tolerable....even enough to fight through a quick phone call, maybe....., 80mph is ...just forget music..
I'd imagine it wouldn't be so bad with a windshield to blow the wind over the top a little better. Even a KLR or CBR might divert enough wind.
It did have a Moto style visor that I took off because it caught wind.... But I might put it back as it seemed The lens operated better that way... Like you know when you turn your head and your lens flips up!!wtf!?!
To be fair I think it's just simply not designed for road use..it would be plenty fine off road or At least no highway...
So sad cause it is actually pretty comfortable.
I have other helmets in Georgia as I also have other bikes.
but, I'm on the other side of the country and when I got the bike...I needed to ride this damn thing like right now!!!
Lesson learned!
Also if you're looking for "stuff to do"
Cycle gear has a USB adapter that plugs right into the "battery tender" pigtail you prob already have...
Battery tender has one also but it's just a little brick...this one has a long enough whip to make from the battery up to the tripletree. After that any ol' USB cable for your phone..
between that and the ram mount.... definitely a must...
https://www.cyclegear.com/accessories/tecmate-sae-to-usb-charger-cable
I run this Telesin chin mount, same concept, cheaper and it's strapped so not as easy to take off but no worries about loosing it. Once I put it on, I never took it off. I definately agree on the angle, it's the best one I've tried in the past decade or so filming moto with gopros.
https://www.amazon.com/TELESIN-Motorcycle-Session-Campark-Polaroid/dp/B07G568QPC
Thanks and is it worth getting these two:
https://www.amazon.ca/Official-VIOFO%C2%AE-Mini-Hard-Hardwire/dp/B01N5K9THL
https://www.amazon.ca/Suction-Mount-VIOFO-A119S-Camera/dp/B071W6F1RQ
Why not helmet mount it.
TELESIN Helmet Chin Mount,... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07G568QPC?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
Thanks! Not a problem. I borrowed my friends GoPro Hero 5, went to best buy to buy this
https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Grab-Bag-Official-Mount/dp/B01GCKO9IK/ref=asc_df_B01GCKO9IK/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312066954908&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8734905018529032568&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9011007&hvtargid=pla-403917725187&psc=1
The cockpit already had mounts from before so I was able to use that, also had a GoPro Head strap.
Using the GoPro app for my phone made it easy to see what the camera was seeing.
My friend has this one and I used it on some of my old clips, it works really well with my Cannon 70D with a fisheye lens but they are definitely better options. Example of the clip. I now normally just skate with a selfie stick and a GoPro, like this
I use the GoPro Tripod Mount (like this https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Tripod-Mounts-Official-Mount/dp/B00F19Q7AC) connected to an ultralight ballmount. And Ultralight clamp that to my housing. This makes it easy to reposition during the dive. Although it will probably take place of a center mounted focus light if that is where you keep it. Backscatter has a reassembled kit - https://www.backscatter.com/Ultralight-GoPro-Ball-Mount
For MTB you'll need a gimbal, otherwise the jitteriness will drive your viewers insane!
I was able to get some decent video by attaching my camera (Hero 2) to the handlebar and under the seat using the K-edge mounts (handlebar, and underseat links), they are Machined aluminum, so they can be snug and the camera won't move, the original gopro handlebar mount is not very good and the camera will move. Here's a video I made with those mounts that was made with the Hero2, the front view was on a rigid fat bike and the back view on a hardtail MTB.
Hope that helps :)
Thanks! I put my GoPro on Burst mode to capture it. I originally was trying to get it half under water & half above, but that didn't happen lol. I believe I did 30 frames per 1 second. I know it's a lot of pictures, but I wanted a good shot and usually you will get a couple great ones out of the 30 that I took. I always have Protune on. White balance-5500k, Color-Gopro color, Iso-800, High sharpness, Exposure-0.
I can look again, but I'm pretty sure that is the settings I had selected.
Accessories: I have the GoPole Evo-http://www.amazon.com/GPE-10-Floating-Extension-Cameras-Transparent/dp/B00B3YJG5C
I think it's an amazing pole to have. It is a bit big, especially while snorkeling, but I was able to get some great videos/pics because of it. Hope this helps! If you have any other questions let me know
Suction cup mounts are available, something like this would be great for your purpose.
great suggestion, but I don't think it's gonna work - they both have three teeth, see Suction Mount & tripod mount
Just a cheap Amazon chest mount. This was my first time with it. Jury is still out on if I'll stick with it or not.
Don't know how to link on mobile, but it's this one:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D3I8A7A
Quad here as well. In your next video, if it's a solid hobby search for a used GoPro camera. You can use a headband camera mount, which made me feel weird, but got the job done (see below) Or a bicycle/handlebar mount that can hook to your footrest or frame of the chair. Thanks for the ride.
My headband ride
Assuming handlebar mount ride
My fav, power soccer
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Make it easier. Do an Amazon search for "tripod clamp" and put it on the side, I just did the search and had a ton of hits. Or mount it on the camera's shoe using a 1/4-male to 1/4-male https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00SDKSWMW/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_kC84wbRHCCV0T. Or use the camera's shoe via an adapter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HPAPFNU/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_qD84wbP0EB979. If you are already using your shoe, triple it https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J2L8S5W/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_CE84wbJ39R2NK
Sorry was being terse:
The trick is to have the duration of the star-trail stay within the airy disk of the star, to maintain a more oval object than a line. Most of my pure-camera astrophotography was done with 1000ASA monochrome and 3200ASA color film on a camera using a 1.8. 18 seconds was about the limit on the monochrome but the 3200 Konica was so grainy that I could get 23 seconds. The more choke you put on the light path the longer you need to expose it. The 18mp and larger sensors on modern cameras are getting up into the resolution of the monochrome film I used. (I did most the astrophoto at night in the winter in a Bortle 0 location.. where you couldn't see the snow you were standing in.)
So what happens when you use the tighter F-stop is you get less airy-disk to hide trails in and thus need shorter exposures to reduce the "line" effect.
You should run the lens wide open and reduce the speed of the sensor until you get the image you want. Making the f-stop tighter reduces your light gathering in astrophotography and requires either higher sensor settings or longer duration of exposure - Higher sensor settings will create distortion in the histogram and generates more base noise that has to be filtered out by circuitry that isn't designed for astrophotos.
Always run with the aperture wide open using the slowest sensor that will give you the exposures you need. Pushing the f-stop up just makes you need more exposures of shorter duration.
This is where simple clock-drive mounts come in. A clock drive mount doesn't have to be super precise to quadruple your wide-field exposures. Just about any old Tasco motorized equatorial mount will keep a 18 to 55mm lens on-track for a useful period of time, you can usually find em at the junk tables at flea markets. Or you can bust for http://www.amazon.com/SkyWatcher-S20520-Adventurer-Photo-Package/dp/B00Z4HVR7Y/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1457621801&sr=8-5&keywords=tracking+camera+mount+astrophotography kinds of systems that are portable full equatorial and programmable units.
http://www.telescope.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=9882&utm_source=google&utm_medium=comparisonshopping&utm_campaign=US-googlemerchant&gclid=CjwKEAiA04S3BRCYteOr6b-roSUSJABE1-6BL5yUVvdDtawbpb2N40vTOB9mW1evaEkTnjcIujXmfRoCIIDw_wcB huge link I know. a piggy-back for that is simple enough to cobble with rubber strips and hose clamps and then you just manually keep the star in position for a minute or so.
Lots of cheap options.
I feel like your crotch is on my head.
But seriously if you want to capture footage I recommend to go with aftermarket attachments, the ones that come with the GoPro are very shitty, I use two K-EDGE Mounts and they are great (but a little expensive) once you install them that camera ain't moving and the footage is considerably less shaky.
For reference, I use this one on the front http://www.amazon.com/K-EDGE-Handlebar-Mount-GoPro-K13-420/dp/B005YVTKT2/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1412313519&sr=8-5&keywords=k+edge
Official Suction mount is now available on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Suction-Mount-VIOFO-A119S-Camera/dp/B071W6F1RQ/
Hi, I want to get into astrophotography. I'm an amateur photgrapher with a Sony A-37. Thing is I'm somehow limited in budget, since a good telescope is like out of my current wallet lol. I'm planning to buy this tracker as a starter, and I'm between buying this telephoto lens or this telephoto lens. I have the 18-55mm lens that came with the camera, I have made some research and for the looks of it, the 18-55mm can get the work done for capturing the Milky Way.
Am I doing a good set up for a beginner? Thanks
I have the official handlebar mount (https://www.amazon.com/GoPro-Handlebar-Seatpost-Mount-Official/dp/B01L2CQCJC) for my H7B to mount to my bicycle. While riding over rough roads (not even off-roading), the joint between the OEM housing and OEM base will slowly rotate, making the camera point down. This causes me to have to constantly readjust the camera whenever I hit a bump in the road. Is there a more grippy material or vibration dampening joint that I could use? I feel like if there was some sort of a rubbery coating on some of the interior faces in the hinge, that this wouldn't happen.
Until I upgraded to a GoPro for other reasons, I used one of the Amazon knock offs like this with a chin strap mount like this since I didn't like the idea of leaving something permanent mounted on my helmet. If you don't care about that, then using something like the sticky mounts or Sugru on your helmet is probably more stable.
Other options you might want to consider are using a chest mount to make the image a lot more stable. You might also want to check out a backpack strap mount for convenience.
Is free standing a requirement? I use bathroom towel racks with clip-on camera mounts.
Towel rack Zenna Home 7013W, Behind-The-Door Towel Bar Or Tension Corner Pole Towel Caddy, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004EPXKLS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_7rTrTqcmsy4jj
Camera mount Camera Super Clamp Quick Release Pipe Bar Clamp Pipe Bike Clamp w/ 1/4"-20 Threaded Head for DSLR Camera/DV/Ipad/Monitor,for Ipad Mount/ Music Stands/ Microphone Stands/ Motorcycle/ Bike - Large Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EQF082E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8bktzbHHMWTVC
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A86MMY8/ref=twister_B0062GG4XI?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&coliid=I1UAT5MO8YBEW4&colid=2UVRQ2O1WF6CF
I have one of those gooseneck clamps as well. They work great, but THIS is the better for a curtain rod
This is the mount I used on all my HS team's vespos' backstays without issue
I am using a cheap, Amazon chest mount and a Go Pro Hero 7. I was using a Go Pro Session before (gave it to my brother), so the footage is mixed on my channel. The Hero 7 was on sale due to the 8 announcement. While I recommend the camera, there are a lot of options out there.
As long as you don't have a stipple ceiling, it's better to use a floor-to-ceiling pole mount like this, then you don't have tripod legs to trip over.
Also need adapter
> Personally In my car I use a Thinkware f770 with the rear cam. It does its job but I am less than I pleased with it. So I am in search of something more simple
What about it bothers you? Price? Bells and whistles?
To me the Thinkware F770 is Excellent parking mode, Excellent build quality, and good video quality. Excellent build quality isn't something you can replicate, or add on later, and it is hard to explain how much better Excellent is than good until you have gone through a few different dash cams, especially the poor build quality ones.
Example of poor build quality:
> I'm looking to spend less than $150, he doesn't need red light camera warnings, parking mode, and GPS (unless GPS is very important). This dashcam is mostly just for driving and insurance purposes- he doesn't need one with all the bells and whistles. 1080p 60fps with a 140+ degree angle preferable, only 1 channel is needed.
$150, fine. Less bells and whistles, fine. 1080P is very common, but you should learn the differences between Excellent/Good/Fair video quality. 60 fps is very uncommon, 30 fps is more common, if you need 60 fps you will have to go through the different dash cams and find it. 140+ degree angle lens, fine. 1 CH fine.
> He also drives several different vehicles a week so portability is a must. A suction cup mount would be great!
This will be very hard. Most dash cams use an adhesive pad, because extreme heat, and extreme cold will cause a suction cup to fall off. Adhesive pad generally stays where it is.
> We live in the DFW area in Texas. I can't take the risk with having a dashcam not working properly.
So you will need something with pretty extreme for heat tolerance. The Xiaomi Yi dashcam is out, Lipo battery will swell/crack/leak ect, and the lens can become unfocused because extreme heat can melt the glue that holds it.
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If I were you, I would get the Thinkware F50 + suction mount , or A119 v2 + suction mount + Micro SD card MLC based, I really really like the BlackVue DR450-1CH, but I couldn't find a suction cup mount for it. More information would be needed if your father drives different cars, but the same cars over and over again, or if they are completely random and different cars.
Any old bike cover will generally do you just fine. Look for ones that have at least 1 strap connector underneath, to make sure the wind doesn't take it.
GoPro - chin-mounting is great, but handlebar mounting means it's easier to run power to it from the bike itself for infinite battery life. For bar mounting, I'd just grab their handlebar clamping accessory, for $23 it's better now than most aftermarket solutions. The Session 4 is super easy to use, but if you get the Session5, and do run external power to it, you have to remove that little external door for waterproofing and it's easy to lose, so keep track of it.
Otherwise for chin-mount to the helmet, I really like these guys, it's super effective. Attach the arms to the center piece, remove the 3M tape covers on all 3 parts, and press the middle on to the helmet first before pressing the arms down. Very secure mount in my humble opinion, and extra easy.
This is what you want: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/822851-REG/Impact_VP_712BP_Deluxe_Varipole_Support_System_2.html
along with an extension pole for it they also sell https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/822776-REG/Impact_VPE_5BP_Extension_Set_for_Varipole.html
That will be easily high enough for your living room, and then you just get some clip on camera mounts: https://www.amazon.com/Release-Threaded-Monitor-Microphone-Motorcycle/dp/B01EQF082E/ref=pd_sim_421_8?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01EQF082E&pd_rd_r=R06RVX7XF56422HAAK0H&pd_rd_w=41ulH&pd_rd_wg=WRogj&psc=1&refRID=R06RVX7XF56422HAAK0H
and you're good to go.
https://www.amazon.com/iSaddle-Thread-Double-Sided-Adhesive-Universal/dp/B00QSFKJ8E/ref=sr_1_12?s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1481588853&sr=8-12&keywords=saddle+dash+cam+holder
It's an Amazon seller, I ordered 3 of them and only received 2 of them so I can't say I recommend buying from that seller, but I do recommend the product. They are nice and strong, which is unfortunate that I didn't get all 3.
I placed an order for this one for my 3rd sensor:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00R96X9DS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Which is almost the same, but doesn't have the 3M adhesive. I suppose I could buy my own adhesive, or I can use 3 thumb tacks as I've seen people do with these.
Get tension rods and use camera mounts
As with most products, there is a minor upgrade every year. And a sizeable price increase every year. The 7 and 8 are rather comparable with one of the bigger talking points being the 8's new stabilization. But keep in mind this is said every year, the 6 has better software than the 5, 7 better than 6, 8 over the 7, etc. etc.
You can get the 8 for 300-350 used/on sale. You can get the 7 for 250 used/on sale. The 6 for around 200. The 5 for around 150. So on so forth
So depending on your budget, you should know that the 5 is totally fine, works great. Unless your BF plans to start a youtube channel he doesn't really need an 8 or even a 7. BUT you are getting some of the best software and color accuracy with the newer cameras of course.
For electronics released in a series I generally have a rule of thumb that 2-3 years old is the best time to buy. So the Hero 6 might be your best bang for your buck, value per dollar. You won't save much by buying the 5 and you will have to pay notably more to get a 7.
Mounts all depend. If he has a full face helmet or not. However, there are two main mounts you want to start with regardless of helmet choice. I've been using this chest mount and haven't had a single issue. Also a basic adhesive mount set for whatever he feels like, top of helmet typically, is a great low cost investment.
i don't know much about airsoft, but if they are replica of real guns, you can get a gun rail mount like this, or a barrel mount.
Or something like this as a general purpose mount, looks like it could work as a barrel mount.
This kit, one of these, and one of these. That should have you covered.
Also, the dude in the video is a jackass for not including product links...
I've seen this gets posted frequently. Here's a high level overview with some specific parts.
You need at least one camera (duh) and a way to get audio. The camera can be gopro or knock off, but you need a sturdy mount like this or this or this.
The easiest way to synch audio is to connect your camera straight in to the audio panel, with a cable like this or doing the "stuff the mic in your ear" trick that was mentioned already.
You could also get a billet mount like this to get some awesome external views and/or a wing strut clamp like this but your battery may not last as long as your flight!
Then head on over to your favorite video software and go at it!
Good luck and share your videos w/ us when you're done awesomeing it up!
Pair it with these two things.
http://amazon.com/gp/product/B01CTOM0MU
http://amazon.com/gp/product/B012ENNXHM
Hi /u/Medieval_Knight9100, [Here's] (https://plus.google.com/photos/yourphotos?pid=6010504475204638930&oid=111018213417400216533) the rig I built for my BMPCC.
And here's the parts list [Referral Links]:
Total price: $348
Hope this is helpful!
Bill
I think the second one is more useful, or one like the link I attached above. You'd just need 1/4-inch 20 adapters that are cheap on Amazon.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HPAPFNU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1468274007&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=hot+shoe+adapter&dpPl=1&dpID=51tgtYTg6vL&ref=plSrch
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B9N6P5G/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I used this attachment. I really dig it. Make sure to give it a good tug and tighten the GoPro screw. It will move around if it is slightly loose.
I might pick this upseeing as I could also use it out of the water.
I wondered why I hadn't seen an external pack like people use for their smartphones, so I googled. Turns out someone has found a way to use a specific external Lithium Ion pack with a "dummy" battery on a cord. Here you go:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IU8OZK0
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00935L44E/
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B006IPL8FC/
Should give you significant uptime compared to a grip. Here's the video I found it from:
https://youtu.be/4OXD3ENA_UA
If you want to be serious about this sort of thing use the DSLR and stabilize it with something like this
Delkin DDMNT-TRIPLE Fat Gecko Three-Arm Suction Mount (Black)
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00A86MMY8/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_107_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41J-M1V69pL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL100_SR100%2C100_&refRID=1BYMZQNF1ND7S5MR0D17
I have not used the GoPro body mount stuff yet, but one guy at our club did. I will try to find the video but I don't think he ever uploaded it yet.
I use the GoPro tripod mount: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00F19Q7AC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s02
Along with this tripod:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DELTLQ?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00
I played in my first sanctioned tournament ever about 1 month into my lessons. I won a <1500 and got rated at 1550. Now I'm about 1800 (highest 1822, current 1787).
I feel like the carbon didn't really affect me that much. It just makes my shots have a bit more pace. It only took me about 2 months to get used to it. My opponents have noticed it more than me to be honest.
Sounds good! You should come out to a tournament at TTT some time! :)
These work great. I use them for my beer league games: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GMCLLYE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
I used this from Amazon.com, but I don't recommend it
The plastic feels cheap and the (pointy as fuck) corners broke off easily. Its still holding on VERY tightly, so there's that, but i don't think I'm going to be using it for my next round out.
ALTERNATE MOUNTING OPTION DETECTED:
This: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00J2L8S5W/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=AJU45U9D3I7E4&amp;psc=1
With these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HPAPFNU/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;psc=1
That'll mount to a tripod, right?
I've had difficulty getting my 2 sensors to perform "perfect" but I would say in a couple hour session I get maybe one time where the sensor is off. 360 with 2 sensors is definitely doable, but you really have to experiment with the right angle. I just set mine up for the 3rd time(another move), it took about 45 minutes to get them just how I wanted them, able to track a 6x8' space and can even see me crouched/prone. The best way to test your coverage is to get to the point where you setup the guardian barrier in Oculus sensor setup. Really test the deadzones and tweak the height and angle of the sensors. NOTE that if you need to adjust the sensors, you should back out and re-do the Guardian test, every time. It's time consuming but once they are set up, tape them hard so they never fall.
Get a mount like this, which can adjust on several axis'
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QSFKJ8E/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
Just ordered these. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GYG16E8/
I really like my Mobius Action cam (Wide angle). It's really easy once it is set up, and I would consider it to be a easy-meduim install for someone who is handy with car wiring. This is a post i made awhile ago on here with some info:
You can see day and night examples from mine at these links: Day / Night
also, here is a recent post on /r/JusticePorn where the road rager behind me crashes at the end: Link
I would consider adhesive mounts. Worst case, you can get residue off windows with some solvent. It's not easier, but it's not an issue if you want it up all the time.
PM me with any questions if you want.
I am talking about my rear setup, but its the same for the front:
Pictures of the install: Link (if you have RES and the last pic is rotated incorrectly, just click the picture)
It is a Mobius ActionCam: Link
To install, I powered it by tapping the radio fuse and running the positive wire back to the rear seat under the door sills. I connected it to this 12V DC to USB converter: Link
I found the correctly angled MiniUSB cable and ran it up to the window: Link
I got an adhesive mount because I didn't want it to ever fall off in the heat like some suction cups can. Also, the defroster lines on the window would prevent a suction. I got the "CH-358" from this page: Link
There are also 2 pictures of the front camera in that album. It was installed in roughly the same manner, but I used a different angled USB cable and a lower profile adhesive mount.
I used one of these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00GMCLLYE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1 for mounting it directly on the glass. Works really well.
Does anyone have any experience with the off-brand chest mounts compared to the GoPro Chesty? Is the official one worth the extra $25 over the Amazon one?