How to Make a Camera Crane / Jib for $30
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- Опубликовано: 8 июл 2024
- A camera crane (or jib) can give you some amazing shots, but tend to be pretty expensive. This version will give you the same functionality and is portable, too! All you need is $30 and your own tripod to get started.
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PARTS LIST:
1- 10' length of chain link top rail
2- training wheels with rubber grooved tires
1- dumbell handle with screw collars
1- Simpson Strong Tie A24 angle (Home Depot SKU# 590007)
1- roll of 50lb. test fishing line
1- small hook & eye turnbuckle
1- quick plate from your tripod
2- 1/2" PVC plugs
1- 1/2" PVC end cap
1- 1/2" PVC tee
1- 1/2" PVC elbow
1- 1/2" PVC pipe (3" in length)
1- 1/2" PVC pipe (5" in length)
3- 1/4" machine screws (1 1/2" in length)
4- 1/4" nuts with nuts
1- 1/4" lock washer
2- 1/4" fender washers
1- 3/8" bolt (3" in length)
1- 3/8" bolt (4" in length)
7- 3/8" nuts
2- 3/8" fender washers
1-4 3/8" washers
1- 3/8" lock washer
1- knobbed 1/4" bolt with 5-6 exposed threads
1- 1/4" screw (2 1/2" in length)
1- 1/4" wing nut
PVC ratcheting cutters
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Honestly I have searched everywhere, compared every crane but nothing beats this one for price and ingenuity. I salute you.
This has been fantastic. I finished mine today with a few slight design changes only to allow me work with the materials I had to hand. I have a cannon xm2 on the end and I have to say it is working like a dream. Thank you for guiding me through this build.
@wezhira Thank you! That's the best possible compliment I could receive.
The best, simplest and cheapest project I've ever seen... Really amazing...
Wow, your videos are always impressive and frugal. I like how you show everything required from tools to items and then show step by step instead of rushing through it like other vloggers. Thanks.
@thefrugalfilmmaker can't wait for the 2.0. Planing to build one once the video is out and thanks for these awesome DIY
I like the DIY mindset. Not just for saving money. We as people usually use photography or videography as a creative way to express ourselves, but we generally only use our creativity on the end product. I think that sometimes even if the stuff you make might limit you, on the other hand it might open up new channels of creativity that you might not get from just buying equipment. Also what ever you make you have a general knowledge of how to fix it if it breaks. Great work!
The best DIY crane. Great job !!!
Really impressive set up. I like the simplicity of it. I have never had much success building my own stuff but but you clear instruction make it look very straight forward. I think I will spend some time checking out your other tutorials. Keep up the good work.
@JGDeRuvo After shaking all kinds of diameter PVC in the hardware store, I decided to go with the slightly more expensive, yet firm top rail. The tapered end that allows simple setup/breakdown was the clincher.
Genius design. The shots look great.
Got 'em on eBay, but you can find them at most department stores (like Wal-Mart). Be sure to check out the Frugal Crane 2.0 video where I replace the training wheels with garage door pulleys for the same price.
Wow man! Fantastic as always! And completely worth the wait!
I made this today, it took a little over 3hrs, and that's only because we (my bro and I) did not follow all of the steps directly, but in spite of that hiccup, it went swimmingly, it looks great and I went ahead and added the 2.0 parts, so thanks for making that update. I cant wait to test it out!!!
Great idea. I love the ability to be able to tilt the camera as you crane up or down. This is going on the "to do list". Thanks for the video and the time. -John
Hurray! I have just finished building my crane!!!!! Thanks! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!!!!
This is kool, your rigs are easy to follow plus clean enuff that you can show up at clients place, with your face up.. thank you for putting the time and effort, to make these tutorials.
this helps a lot. saw another DIY jib crane for around 100 bucks that didn't have some of these cool features. thanks
@EpicsodeOne Thanks for the kind words. I studied Film and Media Arts as an undergrad and am currently a taking Digital Filmmaking as a grad student.
It looks like an awesome design. Gonna try this I think. Thank you so much for posting.
MADE IT!!!!!! LOVE IT!!!! only issue; my tripod is not that great, but we worked around it. We are shooting action sports stuff so I actually skipped the weights and just had the camera guy hold it. Its a pain, but cheaper and works.
I have used it in two videos I have made now and I love it. It works great and a lot better than most we looked at simply because you can control the angle of the camera from below and it does not just simply hold the 90 degree angle that most others have.
Dude, the most impressive build yet, so amazing design. just speechless :D
this is such a cool tool. I love the way you solve the problems in a low cost way.
Excellent design! Gonna make me one of these!!
thanks mate. i have been working as weeding movie maker for last 3 year and i was looking for some kind of crane. but you video help me a lot.
I came across your videos and have to say Thank you! I have used several of your ideas already and will be building this one soon! Hope yopu will be making more soon! Thanks again!!
i absolutely love this concept! building one myself but i may just got with your plans!
I had one laying around, but you can get them in the specialty hardware section of your hardware store. Usually the same aisle as screws, bolts, nuts, etc.
..."Grind down the edge on the sidewalk"... I love ideas like this! This works extremely well, and will save you the expense of a bench grinder or Dremel grinder until you can afford one.
@mtelkaix Thanks. I also added a nylon washer (since the test footage) which also helps. Plus, I need to practice!
I can't wait to build this soon thanks!
@JaredEtherton The camera actually has a video input. All you have to do is plug in a cable and press rec/pause and an image will pop up. It's the Canon Optura Pi.
@ChatBlancAudio Thanks! I'll see if I can incorporate your suggestions into the Frugal Crane 2.0, coming soon!
Best. One. Yet. Holy crap!
I did mine, excellent working, thanks.
I am going to start building it today. Thank you
perfect way of making jib/crane
nice work
Thanks
Thank god for youtube. You guys are amazing! Thank you for the great upload!
I might try that at some point. Thanks for the response!
This was simply amazing work. I'm sure you're on version 2 or 3 after learning from using, but this 30 dollar DIY is incredible and beats stuff that cost 6 times as much!
Drill a horizontal hole near the top of the stand. You can then proceed in a similar way shown in the video.
Dear Divine brother,Thank you very much.I'm very happy!!!
@officiallyEPIC1998 The camera attached to the tripod allows a video input from another source. So, all I'm doing is providing that input with the output from the crane camera. This allows me to monitor the output from the crane cam via the input on the monitor cam. I've since switched to a cheap SD monitor, but the original idea still works.
@cratedigger89 Originally, I tried using an L-bracket while keeping the tripod head level, but gravity would always pull the thing over due to the weight. Tilting the tripod forward solved this and allowed me to simplify the whole setup. If you get it to work for you, send me a photo and I'll feature it on the blog!
Thanks for the great ideas. I don't think most engineers can come up with these designs. You are a genius.
I realize I'm late to the party, but I just found this and have to say what an awesome build! Thanks for sharing
Wow...Too Good. Thanks for posting .
@theprintsofwales Thank you from across the pond!
This guy, his tech and the Nokia 808 PureView. Awesome!
You should be able to use the composite breakout cable (which ends in RCA ouputs) to connect to your RCA inputs. If you don't have those on your monitor (or camera/DVD player with an AV input), you'll need some kind of adapter.
@Mystereas It's the Canon VIXIA HFS100. The wide angle lens is the Raynox 6600 and must be purchased separately.
@LongboardBurlington My A-camera is the Canon HFS100 (it's in the video at the end of the pole with a wide angle lens), while my B-camera is the Sanyo CG10. The shots of me using the crane was shot by my friend and his Canon HFS200. The Sanyo was used for all the talking head shots of me as well as all the kitchen assembly stuff shot against the sink. The kitchen table stuff is the HFS100.
amazing!you have given me hope of having my own jib soon!
Thanks for the tip!
Awesome project.
This is pretty cool! Time to go out in the work shop!! Thanks a million!
Great job.I will try to built one.Thanks
This is an AWESOME DIY TUTORIAL!!! Damn!!!!
@JRTET21That's always the chance you take anytime you send your camera up on a pole like this. The only way your camera would fall off is if it wasn't secured properly. The odds of the screws falling out (especially with a lock washer) or the rubber wheel ripping are pretty slim. Of course, you should always check everything before you attach your camera.
This is amazing idea. Thanks.
@filmmakingtutorial It was designed for a camcorder, but should hold a DSLR as well. You'll just need to extend the mounting plate to accommodate the wider camera. Not sure of the specific weight limit.
i simply dont have words to discribe you. you are awsome man......!!!
Nice job. Thanks for sharing.
This is GREAT! I was looking for something like this to do model work. :) Thanks!
I sincerely thank you for this very informative video! It is exactly what I needed! I plan on getting the things needed tomorrow, and make one asap!! Thank you very much for sharing!!!
wow..... that was so creative !!
Amazing work!! Some really great ideas here!
@thefrugalfilmmaker will do! Actually, I'm thinking about using a metal flat rod, and bending it into a U Bracket for the pole support connection on the tripod and using the L Bracket on the end. To early to tell though.
this is just AWESOME, ill have to make one for the spring time!
Built this, worked perfectly although didnt have the chance to video rig it on short notice. Cheers!!!!!
Some people have used DJ speaker stands instead of a tripod. They are fairly cheap (around $30) and can hold about 80 lbs. Just drill a horizontal hold near the top and mount it the same way as described in the video. It's not as easy to break down, but it might suit your needs.
@davidmatosfilms It's not really designed to hold a prosumer camera, but it's possible. You'd need a longer mounting plate and would have to reinforce the mounting wheel assembly.
very nice work, thanks
Fantastic idea thank you
Fantastic idea, I start tomorrow
@LongboardBurlington The Sanyo CG10 can be had for only $119. It's perfect for web production, a full-manual HD cam that shoots 720p to an SD card. It's a great frugal cam!
INCREDIBLE
Well I checked this out, then I said "eh, forget it, i'll just buy one" then went to the sites where they're sold, saw the ol' price tag, and now i'm back here with renewed enthusiasm! ;)
this is brilliant my friend. thanks for sharing everything. one of the bests.
@ChowderHeadFilms Any custom piece is doable. I was just trying to avoid that and use off the shelf parts to make construction as simple as possible. If you do go that route, don't forget a hole in the middle to allow the bolt and nuts to pass through.
It's from Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons". I'm pretty sure that excerpt comes from "Winter". Glad you liked it!
this is by far the best tutorial on building a jib.......... thanks man great stuff for us poor film makers xD
You're welcome! Metal pulleys are a better alternative. Check the Frugal Crane 2.0 episode for details.
omg when i saw the part showing the jib after the "this is what i came up with" i was like aaaaahhhhhh freakin out that looks awesome
That's the most genius thing I have ever seen
I'm a aspiring filmmaker myself and i do want to say I enjoy all of your tips & tricks of being FRUGAL and making and building the tools. I do want to say I've been hoping and wanting to see if you are ever planing to build a DIY steadicam and vest combo and as you are aware the good one range from $1,000 and up. This would be the ultimate build if you do you implement your techniques as you do with all of your other builds.
that was awesome! I love that !
Your a genius. thanks for sharing this!
Thanks, looks cool
Thank you!
So very awesome!
@herpetologyboy The camera in the video is the Canon VIXIA HFS100, which has been discontinued, as has it's replacement, the HFS200. The closest thing to it right now is the HFS20. They run about $800 at B&H.
Very valuable video for me - GREAT job.
Thank you
@MetalLegProductions I'm not familiar with that model camera, but all you need is video input capability. Check for an AV in/out jack. Run your video out from your main camera to the video input of your monitor cam.
As far as headphones go, I use the Sony MDR-7506. They work well.
Awesome man!
Very good! Thank you!
this is exactly what ive been looking for thankyou so much!
@ForeverFire It could, but you'd need a larger platform for the camera. DSLRs have wider bodies and would need an appropriate sized stage to accommodate them.
really creative bro, thank you very much for this brilliant idea, hopefully in the future there will be more useful and useful innovations, thanks a lot
@didanhtennis The "crane" shot in Kind of Famous was actually the "pushing the tripod forward on two legs and tilting" trick. This same technique was also used in the last shot of The Payoff. I shot both films.