Category: overhead rig

This DIY overhead camera rig folds into the wall for easy setup in small spaces

John Aldred

We’ve shown a few overhead camera rigs here on DIYP. Some have been quite simple using things you may already own. Others have been created from Open Source hardware. A few have been quite versatile, letting you quickly switch between vlogging & overhead setups. One thing many of them have in common, though, is that they’re not […]

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How to light real world objects with “flat design” style drop shadows

John Aldred

The “flat design” style drop shadows seem to have become a big thing lately. Whenever I check out my YouTube feed, I always seem to see a new tutorial on how to do it in Photoshop, Illustrator or After Effects. It’s easy to see why. It’s a pleasing look. It complements a flat design with […]

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Three ways to mount a camera for overhead stills or video

John Aldred

Mounting a camera overhead can be a difficult task if it’s not something you need to do regularly. Many of those that do need it regularly have permanent camera installations so they’re always ready at a moment’s notice. For those who prefer to take the DIY approach, we’ve covered quite a few options before. Sometimes, […]

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How to build your own DIY camera jib for overhead shots for less than $35

John Aldred

We’ve shown you a few overhead camera rigs before. This one, though, has to be amongst the least expensive DIY solutions I’ve seen. Based around a square metal tube, the construction is about as simple as it gets. The video comes from YouTube user Energy Researcher. He goes through the build step by step, although […]

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DIY: Tiltable Overhead Camera Rig With LED Lights For Perfect Table Top Perspective Shots

Tiffany Mueller

There are lots of reasons why you may need to take an overhead photo of a desk or table top and, depending on your setup, a tripod isn’t always the most helpful tool to get the job done. That’s why we have overhead camera stands, they make the task much less complicated. The team over […]

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