Standard camera straps aren't the
speediest or most comfortable. This simple DIY strap hack gives you
the speed and comfort of a $50+ camera sling but at a fraction of
the price.
We've shown you how to make a DIY version the R-Strap system, this project is a DIY version of the Luma Loop—and is cheaper to build and requires less parts to boot.
You'll need some basic parts like a laptop or other bag strap—the more padding the better!—a few inexpensi...
It seems logical that the same things we use to keep ourselves dry would keep our gadgets dry as well—hence photography website DIYPhotography's simple guide for turning a pair of rain pants into a weather shield for your camera.
Obviously, unless your camera is in the shape of a human leg, a little work is required—mainly a bit of cutting and sewing. Apart from some sewing chops (or proximity to someone that has them), you'll also need some velcro and, of course, a pair of rain trousers. If you have some lying aro...
If you want to see what you're actually framing when you turn your camera around for a self portrait, this cheap and simple hack will have you composing better photos in no time.
Some camera phones and small cameras have a little convex mirror attached to the front the facilitate self-portraits, and the Dual View TL220 even has a second screen built into the front so you can see a live feed of what the lens sees. Over at Instructables NoahW already had a perfectly good camera that he wasn't about to replace over a lack of mirr...
Even if you have steady hands, taking video from very high or low angles can often be a struggle. Luckily, with just about $25 worth of materials, you can make your own camera crane for steady shots at any altitude.
All you need for this project are 2 2x2's, various bolts, some scrap metal, and a stand from an old utility light—the last item may not be something you just have lying around, but any type of tripod stand will likely do, as long as you can connect it to the central pivot point. The project does benefit from welding chops, but if you aren't that experienced you could get by with usi...
It seems logical that the same things we use to keep ourselves dry would keep our gadgets dry as well—hence photography website DIYPhotography's simple guide for turning a pair of rain pants into a weather shield for your camera.
Obviously, unless your camera is in the shape of a human leg, a little work is required—mainly a bit of cutting and sewing. Apart from some sewing chops (or proximity to someone that has them), you'll also need some velcro and, of course, a pair of rain trousers. If you have som...
