$1 String Tripod $1 String Stabilizer $1 string monopod

I knew that patent before and used it to do 'panoramic landscapes' shots when forgotten about tripod

Never tried to use it as IS :P as my lens has only one mode for IS, it could do well during sport shoots

Cheers,
Rob

very smart

_aravena wrote in post #4724699
I've seen this before. Some people suggest chain though. Don't recall why. Maybe it's sturdier. I should do this tomorrow.

String stretches. Fishing line or spectra kite string would be a great low-stretch alternative. A chain is kinda... bulky.

BTW, 6mm cord is *very* thick for this kind of application. Some of this would be ideal:
http://www.intothewind​.com …ine/200_90-lb._Speed_Line

This idea has been around for a lot of years. I first saw it used in the early 70's. It doesn't matter much if the cord stretches. All you're trying to do is create a dynamic tension. It definitely helps, but it certainly isn't a replacement for a tripod. Six feet of cord with an eyebolt and a couple of nuts doesn't take up much room in the bag, either. It's worth trying to see if it fits your style.

Eh, no thanks, I think Ill stick to my monopod or tripod...

very very cool
i would try it
then i will have to sell my monopod LOL

3Turner wrote in post #4725525
Not a bad idea...I'll try this out myself. I may even make two versions...one for standing and one for kneeling on one knee. The chain was probably suggested because a string may break with too much tension.

would it be easier to make the standing version, then place another weight/washer in the middle of the string (at the length of your kneeling height of course). That way you could still have 1 "image stabilizer" to carry with you.

$1 Image Stabilizer

Not sure if anyone's posted this before, but it was sent to me by a friend. Cool idea!

http://www.metacafe.co​m/w/1041948/

Pretty damn clever actually.

noice
only problem is..
u look like a tool using it
hehe

camo

That's neat!

That's not a half bad idea! I might add something like that to my bag for when I just don't have room for a tripod but might want to push some slow shutter speed limits.

Look like a tool? Maybe, but it's cheap and it works. I might give it a try. Anyone know what size screw fits into the bottom of the camera?

deletedpenguin wrote in post #4741093
Look like a tool? Maybe, but it's cheap and it works. I might give it a try. Anyone know what size screw fits into the bottom of the camera?

In the video he says 1/4 inch diameter.

I might just have to try that! Great idea.