Camera Hacks

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Create A Cheap CineSkates-Like Tripod Dolly

3:30AM November 2, 2011 | Melanie Pinola

CineSkates camera sliders look sweet, but that camera dolly costs $200. Make your own DIY version with a Gorillapod and save about $150. More »

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Hack A Flip HD For Better Video

12:30AM October 18, 2011 | Thorin Klosowski

Cisco might have discontinued the Flip series of camcorders, but if you have one sitting around and want to use it for for than just quick video takes, Instructables user FlipVans1966 has a guide to getting more out of the camera. More »

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Use An IKEA Lamp To Build An Affordable Desktop Camera Jig

10:30PM October 17, 2011 | Alan Henry

If you spend any time on video at your desk, either video-chatting with friends or recording work you may be doing so you can show other people, you know it can be difficult to get a camera in position while you work with your hands. This quick hack gives you a jig perfect for a web cam or a phone to keep it still and in one place while you’re recording. More »

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Protect Your Camera From Gravity-Related Breakage With Sugru

3:30AM August 27, 2011 | Whitson Gordon

DIY website Instructables shows us how to add sugru to the edges of your camera to protect it from breaking when you drop it. More »

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Build Your Own Video Camera Table Dolly For With PVC Pipes

5:30AM July 28, 2011 | Melanie Pinola

This DIY video camera dolly is made of inexpensive PVC pipes and rollerblade wheels (from a discount store). For under $US20, you can build your own dolly to get smooth rolling video shots. More »

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Build A Depth-Of-Field Adaptor For Your Video Camera

5:30AM July 27, 2011 | Adam Dachis

Depth of field adaptors are devices you attach to your video camera to help provide the look and shallow depth of field capable with 35mm film. Generally these can get pretty pricey, but you can save a lot of money by building your own. It seems a little daunting but it’s actually not as complicated as you might think. More »

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Turn A Necktie Into A Camera Strap

5:30AM July 21, 2011 | Melanie Pinola

For a more fashionable way to carry your camera, you can easily convert a tie into a camera strap. All you need is some sewing supplies and two keychain or split rings. More »

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Turn A Cheaper SLR Camera Lens Into A SuperMacro One

5:30AM July 14, 2011 | Melanie Pinola

A macro lens can cost hundred of dollars, which you can save if you’re handy with a soldering iron and aren’t afraid to operate on the lens that came with your SLR camera. Even if you aren’t, though, this DIY video is one of the most compelling and cinematic ones we’ve ever seen, so it’s worth a look. More »

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Make A Powerful LED Camera-Mounted Light On The Cheap

5:30AM June 29, 2011 | Adam Dachis

Sometimes lighting conditions aren’t the best when you’re recording video or taking pictures, regardless of how great your camera is. One of the best ways to remedy this situation is with a camera-mounted LED light. Problem is, good ones cost a few hundred dollars. Fortunately, you can make one yourself for a lot less. More »

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Make A Camera Glide Strap For Quick And More Stable Shooting

5:30AM June 25, 2011 | Adam Dachis

The strap that comes with your camera isn’t all that useful, but you can make one that is. This handy project from DIY Photography will net you a strap that’ll make camera access easy and even help stabilise your shots a little bit. More »