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It’s perhaps not fair, but even if you have the best idea for a compelling video, few things will make people switch off than poor lighting. Good light and plenty …read more Continue reading Good Lighting on a Budget with Cordless Tool Batteries
If you’ve ever tried to document a project on your workbench with photos or videos, you know the challenge of constantly moving tripods to get the right shot. [Mechanistic] is …read more Continue reading Mini Camera Crane For Your Workbench
Most consumer-grade cameras these days come with adequate microphones built in. However, as with all hardware made down to a price point, there’s room for improvement. [M. Ploegmakers] decided to whip up a better microphone setup for his Sony A6300, with the Dumbbell Mic as the result.
The microphone is …read more
Whether you’re selling a product or just showing off your latest project, a photo turntable makes video shots a lot easier. 360° turntables allow the viewer to see every side of the object being photographed, while the camera stays locked down. Motorized turntables are available as commercial products costing anywhere from $30 to $150 or so. Rather than shell out cash, [NotionSunday] decided to create his own turntable using a few parts he had on hand and 3D printing everything else.
The motor for the turntable came from the eject mechanism of an old DVD-ROM drive. An Arduino Pro Mini …read more
Continue reading $8 3D Printed Photo Turntable uses Upcycled Parts
Shooting video with one of these new cameras requires a different creative process, but it’s one that can be mastered with some knowledge. The post How to Shoot a 360 Video appeared first on WIRED. Continue reading How to Shoot a 360 Video