Well, I finally got around to Make-ing something. The very first project that attracted me to the magazine was the $14 Video Camera Stabilizer, so that was the first thing I’ve done.
I found the results to be pretty suprising. It’s a bit awkward to handle, but it really does reduce all the shake and pitch while walking or running during filming. Here’s a short clip of me chasing Harry and Maggie around the backyard:
This video is located at YouTube. Sorry for the horrible quality, as it’s been encoded and compressed twice now.
That’s great. I just think the video is hilarious. It’s like they’re thinking “Here comes Daddy with that damn thing on his head again”. And it’s obvious that the steadycam works. cool.
Hey Jason.
I can’t even tell you are running and chasing. $14 dollars well spent.
Thanks for sharing! I wish I could meet Harry and Maggie in person- such fun pets you have! Have a great day!
There is a newer more versitile version of the Home Built Steadycam.
Check out the site for complete tutorial & sample video clips.
http://www.STEADYCAM-PRO.com
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