Stabilized Low Angle Shots

[momoffduty]

Tried this it and it does work. The location on the monopod that was slightly off balance just happened to be a leg joint. I used 2 fingers as a fulcrum and the leg joint was the pivot. Tried with an HV30 that is light weight. My test shots were stable, but too close to the subject. I think it would take some practice to judge the distance between the person and camera.

[John 'twosheds' McDonald]

Good tip. Thanks, Cheryl.

[Jayell]

Think the bobcat will wait while I prepare my camera set up?
But seriously that is a interesting angle effect. Thanks for posting it.

[momoffduty]

Think the bobcat will wait while I prepare my camera set up?

No, but maybe a skunk would wait.

I plan on getting some low angle shots of Aubrey this summer.

[VernonRobinson]

Great idea. I was wondering how they managed to get the running shot without a lot of bouncing? In general, a great and inexpensive idea. I will put it in my toolbox for later use.

-Vernon

[VernonRobinson]

.... Tried with an HV30 that is light weight. My test shots were stable, but too close to the subject. I think it would take some practice to judge the distance between the person and camera.

Cheryl,
Would flipping out the LCD viewer on the HV-30 help you frame the shot? Also, could you use the infra-red remote to help with your zoom? It would definitely take some practice to get the remote to work, but just an idea.

-Vernon

[momoffduty]

Vernon, I can't see what is in the LCD viewer. Are there any small screen attachments that would work?

[momoffduty]

Here are 3 videos on monopods to stabilize shots and useful techniques.

This first one is using the monopod as a steadicam. I tried this out and I need to learn how to walk like a guy because the video was level, but side to side.

[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rEIhx1OghI0&feature=related[/youtube]


This second video has some very good techniques. Be sure to watch the ending for a very good tip on using a string & a washer.



A good reasonable slider is the IndiSliderMini. Mine just arrived and I am still testing it out, but appears to be stable & smooth. The rubber band technique helps to get the same rate of speed. Practice should help too.

http://www.cameratown.com/reviews/indislidermini/

[TreeTopsRanch]

In the above vid, did you catch that really simple and cheap monopod using just a washer and a bolt?

[momoffduty]

In the above vid, did you catch that really simple and cheap monopod using just a washer and a bolt?

Pocket monopod.

[Peru]

In the above vid, did you catch that really simple and cheap monopod using just a washer and a bolt?

I saw that in a previous thread here somewhere and tried it. It worked well, however I did get a lot of people staring at me.

[Jayell]

That was some interesting monopod stuff, Cheryl. Thanks for posting.
I'm really interested in that "washer & a bolt monopod." I shoot wildlife in the desert, so I'm always putting my camera back in the pack to keep it clean .. but my shots are so hand-held shaky.

[Peru]

That was some interesting monopod stuff, Cheryl. Thanks for posting.
I'm really interested in that "washer & a bolt monopod." I shoot wildlife in the desert, so I'm always putting my camera back in the pack to keep it clean .. but my shots are so hand-held shaky.

You could also tie the string to your belt or belt loop instead of using a washer, and just stick the bolt in your pocket after putting the camera in the pack.

[Jayell]

You could also tie the string to your belt or belt loop instead of using a washer, and just stick the bolt in your pocket after putting the camera in the pack.

Nice additional option, Peru. I think I have some experimenting to do.

It worked well, however I did get a lot of people staring at me.

Whenever I start to worry about what others might be thinking .. I remind myself that THEY never get to see the great video I end up with!).

[RJ Johnston]

I use this occasionally. It's like the bolt and string thing. You can hook it to your belt or step on it. What's nice is the wire retracts back inside the unit.

http://www.amazon.com/SteadePod-Camera- ... 256&sr=8-1