http://www.instructables.com Mon, 20 May 2013 15:45:09 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-create-an-Arduino-remote-shutter/
How to create an Arduino remote shutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/NBWE/HGU271JN/FZTNBWEHGU271JN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/NBWE/HGU271JN/FZTNBWEHGU271JN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/NBWE/HGU271JN/FZTNBWEHGU271JN.SMALL.jpg Vicolaships In this tutorial you will learn how to create and control an Arduino remote shutter for your favorite camera. This tutorial will show you how to program the arduino to focus the camera or take pictures automatically. What you need : A camera : FZ200 for example A cheap remote shutter : I bought th...
By: Vicolaships

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 08:13:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Candle-Light-Photography/
Candle Light Photography - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/QF1V/HGIEWJHL/FX2QF1VHGIEWJHL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/QF1V/HGIEWJHL/FX2QF1VHGIEWJHL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX2/QF1V/HGIEWJHL/FX2QF1VHGIEWJHL.SMALL.jpg david.beck I'm a big believer in getting the most out of the photography gear you have. You don't need a fancy lighting setup to get awesome pictures of the things around you. Candle light is a simple light source that can provide a rather interesting touch to any subject whether small or large.  Large subjec...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 17 May 2013 16:14:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Infrared-Night-Vision-Device/
DIY Infrared Night Vision Device - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/8SOI/HGH6Y72S/F1L8SOIHGH6Y72S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/8SOI/HGH6Y72S/F1L8SOIHGH6Y72S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1L/8SOI/HGH6Y72S/F1L8SOIHGH6Y72S.SMALL.jpg eyebot117 I've been involved with airsoft for about two years being affiliated with a large local group of people in our community who meet regularly and have scheduled games, ops, and events. Airsoft is a great sport and hobby that encourages teamwork, honor, respect, communication, and discipline (as well a...
By: eyebot117

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 21:45:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Jiffy-Bag-Photo-Flash-Bender/
Mailing Envelope Photo Flash Bender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSM/OL6H/HGH71QIA/FSMOL6HHGH71QIA.SMALL.jpg gmjhowe Using a Jiffy bag or Mailing Envelope, some duct tape, and some wire you can make this awesome flash bender to mould and direct your light when taking photos. Rogue make this awesome Flash Benders, that give you great control over your flash photography light, you can use them independently, or com...
By: gmjhowe

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 11:22:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Automatic-Multi-Photo-Taker-Photobooth-Style/
Automatic Multi-Photo Taker (Photobooth Style) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/L996/HGH6PQ08/FE5L996HGH6PQ08.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/L996/HGH6PQ08/FE5L996HGH6PQ08.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE5/L996/HGH6PQ08/FE5L996HGH6PQ08.SMALL.jpg nichloe This is a tutorial on how to program your DSLR camera to take photos photobooth-style. It's a simple Arduino setup that allows you to take continuous photos with 3-second delay intervals. This was built for a college electronics project. A motion sensor detects motion in front of the camera, lights ...
By: nichloe

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 11:56:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Canon-EOS10-camera-in-florescent-pink-3-hour-make/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/CSZY/HFSHFS1P/F6VCSZYHFSHFS1P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/CSZY/HFSHFS1P/F6VCSZYHFSHFS1P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6V/CSZY/HFSHFS1P/F6VCSZYHFSHFS1P.SMALL.jpg crazyg i was going to harvest the shutter and transport system for something, as i thought the auto rewind nubbin inside the camera had broke off, after poking around inside i realize that it has a retractable nubbin ,which pokes out into the film when some gears are turned.unlike the 500n or elan which ha...
By: crazyg

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 17:12:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Basics-on-the-Canon-Vixia-HFR-32/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/5J7C/HFPTHS32/FSR5J7CHFPTHS32.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/5J7C/HFPTHS32/FSR5J7CHFPTHS32.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSR/5J7C/HFPTHS32/FSR5J7CHFPTHS32.SMALL.jpg LizzieB22 Just got a Canon Vixia HFR 32 and I wanted to show people that its easy to use and very comfortable to use. It's easy on your budget and for amateur film makers.
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 09:33:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/97-cent-DIY-Pop-Up-Flash-Diffuser/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/G2WP/HFPTI825/FLOG2WPHFPTI825.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/G2WP/HFPTI825/FLOG2WPHFPTI825.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLO/G2WP/HFPTI825/FLOG2WPHFPTI825.SMALL.jpg Rebelmoon The pop-up flash found on many of the DSLRs is not that great. The light source is small and can be harsh to the subject, especially people, making them very stark and flat. Search on the web and you'll see many tutorials on ways to fix this, as well as links to retail solutions that are inexpensive...
By: Rebelmoon

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 10:10:22 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Get-EPIC-TRUE-SLOW-MOTION-TO-1000FPS-FOR-/
Get a Epic 1000fps SLOW MOTION Camera FOR $150! and Usage Tips! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/FYY7/HFSH788O/FBDFYY7HFSH788O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/FYY7/HFSH788O/FBDFYY7HFSH788O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBD/FYY7/HFSH788O/FBDFYY7HFSH788O.SMALL.jpg SubjectAwesome   In this Instructiable I will show you a camera (Casio ZR200) that you can buy for $150 that can do slow motion - 120fps, 240fps, 480fps, and 1000fps!  I will also will show you be best way to film with this camera, also I'll give you some very important tips on filming slow motion. You can S...
By: SubjectAwesome

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 23:03:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-and-easy-iPhone-microscope/
Cheap and easy iPhone microscope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/AA3E/HFPTHSNE/FYRAA3EHFPTHSNE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/AA3E/HFPTHSNE/FYRAA3EHFPTHSNE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYR/AA3E/HFPTHSNE/FYRAA3EHFPTHSNE.SMALL.jpg fungus amungus Turn your iPhone into a portable microscope. Should also work for any other smartphone. All I'm doing here is placing a small lens right in front of the iPhone camera. Keep it place with some foam tape and start looking at everything! Really big! I read about this technique here where it was used t...
By: fungus amungus

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 12:24:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/LED-array-hot-shoe-to-threaded-connection/
LED array hot shoe to threaded connection - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/IRLF/HFPTED1L/FBYIRLFHFPTED1L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/IRLF/HFPTED1L/FBYIRLFHFPTED1L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBY/IRLF/HFPTED1L/FBYIRLFHFPTED1L.SMALL.jpg rocket I recently picked up a 60-LED light from DealExtreme. This inexpensive light has power settings, is extremely portable, and can be charged via usb. This LED array throws a lot of light and are perfect for photography as the bottom of the LED array has a hot-shoe clip that allows it to be convenientl...
By: rocket

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 12:04:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cellphone-Macro-Photography-Rig/
Cellphone Macro Photography Rig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/VOVI/HFSHSK9B/F9RVOVIHFSHSK9B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/VOVI/HFSHSK9B/F9RVOVIHFSHSK9B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9R/VOVI/HFSHSK9B/F9RVOVIHFSHSK9B.SMALL.jpg miskie Ever find yourself in a position where you need to read some microscopic print, examine a strip of undeveloped film for clues, or get a real close look at a fingerprint ? Boy, I sure do ! Sadly, since I lack a nice DSLR with a macro lens, I have had to find other ways to make extreme closeups a rea...
By: miskie

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:02:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/simple-compact-slit-camera/
simple compact slit camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/ER6H/HFPTGIBJ/FSHER6HHFPTGIBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/ER6H/HFPTGIBJ/FSHER6HHFPTGIBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSH/ER6H/HFPTGIBJ/FSHER6HHFPTGIBJ.SMALL.jpg crazyg here is my cut and shut camera,it has a slit shutter,and will accept any m42 mount lens,uses 35mm film ,as its wound on, something has to move to get a picture either the subject or the camera.this took a little over a day to make.and wieghs just under 12oz without lens or film.this is a cross betwe...
By: crazyg

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 13:31:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/big-purpel-egg-shaped-bodge-it-line-by-line-film-c/
big purpel egg shaped bodge it line by line film camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/ARV1/HFD1FEL0/F0EARV1HFD1FEL0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/ARV1/HFD1FEL0/F0EARV1HFD1FEL0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0E/ARV1/HFD1FEL0/F0EARV1HFD1FEL0.SMALL.jpg crazyg the original analog image to digital signal method applied mechanically to digitize to analog,this odd shutter design is not eggexactly compact in fact the camera needed to be cut extended and wrapped around it. i hope the effect of moving objects in the frame will have the affect of digital signal ...
By: crazyg

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:13:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-Wire-Tripod/
Quick Wire Tripod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH8/3F3W/HFD1D8Y3/FH83F3WHFD1D8Y3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH8/3F3W/HFD1D8Y3/FH83F3WHFD1D8Y3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH8/3F3W/HFD1D8Y3/FH83F3WHFD1D8Y3.SMALL.jpg LongToe While working on another instructable, I found myself in urgent need of a tripod to photograph my work. In about 10 minutes I was able to throw together this one. Assemble I found a nut and screw that fit the camera in a jar of spare parts. I then gathered together about 6 ft of 12 gauge solid c...
By: LongToe

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 22:12:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/String-Tripod-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/QRFL/HF23X6SB/FU3QRFLHF23X6SB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/QRFL/HF23X6SB/FU3QRFLHF23X6SB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU3/QRFL/HF23X6SB/FU3QRFLHF23X6SB.SMALL.jpg Blechmen Picture this....  You are about to do a big shoot and everyone is counting on you, you take your camera out. Next thing is the tripod but you can't find it so you must have forgotten it. What to do? This is the thing for you.  Make-To-Learn Youth Contest questions: What did you make? I made a mak...
By: Blechmen

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:42:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Put-a-screen-protector-on-smartphone-screen-NO-AIR/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RJA2/HFBK94DF/FJ1RJA2HFBK94DF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RJA2/HFBK94DF/FJ1RJA2HFBK94DF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ1/RJA2/HFBK94DF/FJ1RJA2HFBK94DF.SMALL.jpg benben247 Install an  lcd screen protector on your iphone, lumia, samsung etc without getting air bubbles, this happens when dust or air is trapped under the film. One must clean clean and clean the screen until there are no smears etc on the screen then apply the protection according to the instructions then...
By: benben247

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 10 Apr 2013 08:18:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/no-cost-5-minute-Steady-Cam-rig-using-a-tripod-an/
no-cost, 5-minute Steady-Cam rig using a tripod and household materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/HUGS/HF23Y4BH/F6THUGSHF23Y4BH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/HUGS/HF23Y4BH/F6THUGSHF23Y4BH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6T/HUGS/HF23Y4BH/F6THUGSHF23Y4BH.SMALL.jpg confu Recently I watched this impressive video: http://vimeo.com/63357898 I´m not really into taking videos or making movies, but all those professional or DIY solutions to build a steady-cam thingy or camera gimbal which I stumbled upon in the last years were always fascinating. So after watching above...
By: confu

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 16:34:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/35mm-in-a-120-camera-Budget-of-nothing/
35mm in a 120 camera. Budget of nothing. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2VT2/HF23QKES/FWT2VT2HF23QKES.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2VT2/HF23QKES/FWT2VT2HF23QKES.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWT/2VT2/HF23QKES/FWT2VT2HF23QKES.SMALL.jpg nseabright Where I am, It is hard to develop 120 film, and it would be much more simpler to use 35mm in my 120mm Diana. This is a simple and free method of using 35mm film in a 120 camera. What you need All you need for this is: ~ One used roll of film. ~ A 120mm film spool ~ Some buttons or something that...
By: nseabright

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Apr 2013 22:18:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-connect-an-external-microphone-to-a-Canon-c/
How to connect an external microphone to a Canon camcorder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/G1BN/HF23QD2D/FTSG1BNHF23QD2D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/G1BN/HF23QD2D/FTSG1BNHF23QD2D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTS/G1BN/HF23QD2D/FTSG1BNHF23QD2D.SMALL.jpg exabopper I recently got a Canon Vixia camcorder.  I got it partly because I have used Canon Powershot cameras for years and liked them, and also because it has an external microphone jack built in already, so there's no need for special mods or trying to mix sounds in your PC. However, the only microphone t...
By: exabopper

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Apr 2013 05:11:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bounce-Flash-Means-Better-Instructables/
Bounce Flash Means Better Instructables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/ZAJA/HF23WGRJ/FNQZAJAHF23WGRJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/ZAJA/HF23WGRJ/FNQZAJAHF23WGRJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNQ/ZAJA/HF23WGRJ/FNQZAJAHF23WGRJ.SMALL.jpg Phil B Photography means writing with light. It is not about a great camera, but about understanding and manipulating light. Bounce flash is a good way to produce pleasing lighting for Instructables photos and for other purposes. It can also be easy to do. The photo shows my old Pentax digital camera. The...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:25:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Episode-3-Beginning-basics-Aperture-priority-mo/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/JOOW/HEXUHP6V/FF1JOOWHEXUHP6V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/JOOW/HEXUHP6V/FF1JOOWHEXUHP6V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF1/JOOW/HEXUHP6V/FF1JOOWHEXUHP6V.SMALL.jpg Dustint66 In this video i teach what aperture priority mode does to your camera and what it will do for your photos. Feel free to send your questions/comments to my page https://www.facebook.com/DustinThompsonPhotography?bookmark_t=page and subscribe to my youtube channel for more videos http://www.youtu...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 22:29:36 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Binocular-Mobile-Phone-Mount-1/
Binocular Mobile Phone Mount. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/MGMJ/HEXSAXB2/FRPMGMJHEXSAXB2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/MGMJ/HEXSAXB2/FRPMGMJHEXSAXB2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/MGMJ/HEXSAXB2/FRPMGMJHEXSAXB2.SMALL.jpg rkupan UPDATE: High Resolution Images available This tutorial will include the construction of a sled mount capable of merging a vintage Fuji Variomatic Binocular with a Mobile Phone Camera. Using a binocular lens has many advantages including tack sharp optics, increased brightness, Depth of Field and of...
By: rkupan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 15:09:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Camera-Crane-The-Wooster-Sherlock-20-with-M/
DIY Camera Crane - The Wooster Sherlock 2.0 with Manual Tilt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/C0TN/HERLZSXO/FNPC0TNHERLZSXO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/C0TN/HERLZSXO/FNPC0TNHERLZSXO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNP/C0TN/HERLZSXO/FNPC0TNHERLZSXO.SMALL.jpg Mr. Noack The second Wooster Sherlock camera crane was built on the cheap for sure. Using only one pole cuts down the cost. Instead of having one crane that does it all, I decided to build this model specifically for manual tilt shots. The other great feature of this version is the ability to set up the camer...
By: Mr. Noack

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 11:38:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Reely-Studio-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/IBVB/HERM6U4Z/FYWIBVBHERM6U4Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/IBVB/HERM6U4Z/FYWIBVBHERM6U4Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYW/IBVB/HERM6U4Z/FYWIBVBHERM6U4Z.SMALL.jpg Mr. Noack The Reely Studio is a FILM course at Trenton High School. Students in this class work in groups to write, direct and produce their very own short film. Along the way, they must contribute to the instructables community by sharing 3 of their very own DIY film-making techniques. The sky is the limit o...
By: Mr. Noack

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:58:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-macro-lens-for-camera-phones/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/CWJR/HERLNDM4/FX5CWJRHERLNDM4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/CWJR/HERLNDM4/FX5CWJRHERLNDM4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX5/CWJR/HERLNDM4/FX5CWJRHERLNDM4.SMALL.jpg manualdomundo Learn how to make a macro lens for your mobile. A macro lens is a lens that almost turns your phone into a microscope. More videos like this you'll find in Manual do Mundo blog.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:15:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/camera-jacket/
camera jacket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3L/TJ85/HEBMZ8QA/F3LTJ85HEBMZ8QA.SMALL.jpg mikeasaurus Camera jacket is a concept exploring the idea of discreetly capturing image media in public locations.  This design has a small digital camera installed in the lining of a jacket with the lens recording through a small opening in the jacket breast. The camera is operated with buttons wired into the ...
By: mikeasaurus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:22:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Camera-Crane-The-Wooster-Sherlock-10/
DIY Camera Crane - The Wooster Sherlock 1.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/OU0M/HERLV65T/FC9OU0MHERLV65T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/OU0M/HERLV65T/FC9OU0MHERLV65T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/OU0M/HERLV65T/FC9OU0MHERLV65T.SMALL.jpg Mr. Noack Building your own camera crane is not as hard as you think. I scoured the internet for examples and came up with a solution based on the materials I had at my disposal. There are many different styles of crane to make and many different materials to choose from. My steps are meant to show you the ba...
By: Mr. Noack

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:46:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-buy-a-Camera/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/K5A9/HELX6JAC/FTWK5A9HELX6JAC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/K5A9/HELX6JAC/FTWK5A9HELX6JAC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTW/K5A9/HELX6JAC/FTWK5A9HELX6JAC.SMALL.jpg finalcutking Want to know the differences between the DSLR and regular video camcorder, download this free PDF below. I talk about some of the pros and cons of having a DSLR vs Camcorder. Download Free Camera Guide here: http://finalcutking.com/camera-buying-guide-dslr-vs-camcorder/ I also talk about my own ca...
By: finalcutking

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 10:23:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Joystick-controlled-Camera/
Joystick controlled Camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPH/L4NI/HEI48B39/FPHL4NIHEI48B39.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPH/L4NI/HEI48B39/FPHL4NIHEI48B39.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPH/L4NI/HEI48B39/FPHL4NIHEI48B39.SMALL.jpg markie Hi, First of all, my English is not perfect =) I've seen many projects with Arduino that describes how to control 2 servo's with a joystick or use a lcd screen. All of the projects that i have seen are all seperate things. So i decided to make a short Instructable of these things combined. In this ...
By: markie

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:15:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Ulimate-opensource-computerized-Slidee-rail-contru/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/UH28/HEBN82CP/F49UH28HEBN82CP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/UH28/HEBN82CP/F49UH28HEBN82CP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F49/UH28/HEBN82CP/F49UH28HEBN82CP.SMALL.jpg ritwika This is the complete tutorial for construction of the Slidee rail with stepper motor drive. The construction photos, Slidee controller circuit and software can be downloaded from http://sourceforge.net/projects/slidee and you are invited to add and enhance this opensource project. The bill of mater...
By: ritwika

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 19:27:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Use-35mm-film-in-old-cameras/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/DYWZ/HEBN3SK9/F5RDYWZHEBN3SK9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/DYWZ/HEBN3SK9/F5RDYWZHEBN3SK9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/DYWZ/HEBN3SK9/F5RDYWZHEBN3SK9.SMALL.jpg arnoutdejans After almost two years following great projects on Instructables, it's time to make one myself! Because this project is very simple, and I'll give you the 3D-files you need, it's just a very short photo-instructable. If you like it, don't hesitate to vote for the contest I participate ;) Why I did...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 11:13:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Amazing-Smartphone-Pictures/
Amazing Smartphone Pictures - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/DKC5/HEBNGYZP/FMBDKC5HEBNGYZP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/DKC5/HEBNGYZP/FMBDKC5HEBNGYZP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMB/DKC5/HEBNGYZP/FMBDKC5HEBNGYZP.SMALL.jpg sunFlow3r It's happened to all of us.  There is an amazing sunset, beautiful waterfall, or just plain cool photo opportunity, but your super-awesome-also-cooks-dinner 3 zillion megapixel DSLR is nowhere to be found.  Or, maybe you don't have a DSLR, but you just HAVE to get a snap of that adorable kitty, or y...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 17 Mar 2013 14:01:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Nikon1-S1-J3-Bounce-Flash/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/IV29/HEBNNR5C/FI1IV29HEBNNR5C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/IV29/HEBNNR5C/FI1IV29HEBNNR5C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI1/IV29/HEBNNR5C/FI1IV29HEBNNR5C.SMALL.jpg wolfewithane This simple sleeve turns the built-in flash on the Nikon1 S1 or J3 into a soft light that's suitable for portraits or for super-smooth fill flash. You can bounce it off a wall or low ceiling, but I find it's easier to hold your hand up at a 45-degree angle above the camera and reflect off your hand....
By: wolfewithane

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 16 Mar 2013 07:50:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-Steady-Cam/
3D Printed Steady Cam - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/5P07/HDOVWKX8/FFR5P07HDOVWKX8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/5P07/HDOVWKX8/FFR5P07HDOVWKX8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFR/5P07/HDOVWKX8/FFR5P07HDOVWKX8.SMALL.jpg haqnmaq This instructable will show you how to create a "steady cam" using only a couple of 3d printed parts, and other easy to find materials.  Parts and Materials Parts Ball Bearings: (5)  - 1/2" outside diameter, 1/4" inside diameter (I bought a few of mine from a local hobby store, but I had to ge...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:46:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-The-Leg-Locks-on-Your-728B-Manfrotto-Tripod/
Repair The Leg Locks on Your 728B Manfrotto Tripod w/ 3D Printed Parts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/LFGS/HD4VGQD4/FV5LFGSHD4VGQD4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/LFGS/HD4VGQD4/FV5LFGSHD4VGQD4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/LFGS/HD4VGQD4/FV5LFGSHD4VGQD4.SMALL.jpg franco40 Recently I was given a Manfrotto 728B tripod that was in pretty rough shape.  It seems cam-acting leg locks on this particular model are prone to cracking.  If you look close you can see the plastic is very thin at certain areas and with the cam lock putting a high bit of stress on the joint its no ...
By: franco40

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 07:32:18 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Quick-and-Cheap-Diffuse-Light-for-Macro-Images-and/
Quick and Cheap Diffuse Light for Macro Images and Computer Vision - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/VWB5/HD4VDY0X/FEBVWB5HD4VDY0X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/VWB5/HD4VDY0X/FEBVWB5HD4VDY0X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEB/VWB5/HD4VDY0X/FEBVWB5HD4VDY0X.SMALL.jpg WarehouseJim Introduction The lighting rig created here is suitable for a range of tasks where you want a diffuse light source. A perfect diffuse light (also called ambient light in 3D graphics) comes from all angles and won't cast shadows or have strong bright reflections.  Contrast this with a point light, l...
By: WarehouseJim

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Mar 2013 04:53:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cell-Phone-iPhone-Camera-Boom-and-/
How to Make a Cell Phone / iPhone Camera Boom and Tripod - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/D440/HD4VG73L/F56D440HD4VG73L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/D440/HD4VG73L/F56D440HD4VG73L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F56/D440/HD4VG73L/F56D440HD4VG73L.SMALL.jpg hyperfocused72 Building projects is fun, but it is even more fun when you can share them with other people.  I was looking for a way to use my iPhone camera to videotape some of my craft projects but couldn’t find what I needed, so I just decided to build it and document the process as my first Instructable.  I wa...
By: hyperfocused72

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 21:14:32 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/camera-stand/
camera stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/Z1IE/HD4VG4JK/F7XZ1IEHD4VG4JK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/Z1IE/HD4VG4JK/F7XZ1IEHD4VG4JK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/Z1IE/HD4VG4JK/F7XZ1IEHD4VG4JK.SMALL.jpg marc.cryan A camera stand that is like furniture.  Specifically for taking pictures of what you are doing for  instructables, or whatever reason you have for doing something like that. Used to shoot this: Learning Arduino, button. Parts 2 adjustable friction hinges -  http://www.mcmaster.com/#1791A44 ...
By: marc.cryan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 18:08:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/mechanical-rotating-slit-slr-camera-COUNTDOWN-NOV/
mechanical rotating slit slr camera (COUNTDOWN NOVA) countdownova - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/HPRS/HDHW4K6E/F6RHPRSHDHW4K6E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/HPRS/HDHW4K6E/F6RHPRSHDHW4K6E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/HPRS/HDHW4K6E/F6RHPRSHDHW4K6E.SMALL.jpg crazyg world exclusive first one ever! ?more twisted pics,tell me im wrong. top left, view all steps, much easier.. practika nova, metal ,cd drives ,body filler, gears .batterys ,cutting tools for metal.motor. baked beans,various glues,screwdrivers ,polishing stuff.pliers tweesers,knives.paint, tape ,lacqu...
By: crazyg

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 22 Feb 2013 18:04:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Time-Lapse-Hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/SYEM/HD7U0C3C/FZASYEMHD7U0C3C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/SYEM/HD7U0C3C/FZASYEMHD7U0C3C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZA/SYEM/HD7U0C3C/FZASYEMHD7U0C3C.SMALL.jpg danafreeman This is a real easy hack and does not require any tools or complex set up. All you need is a TiltPod and an IKEA kitchen timer. You simply magnetically attach the till pod on the flat top surface of the Timer and you’re good to go. Once you set up your time lapse app or the settings on your GoPr...
By: danafreeman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:57:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/3D-Printed-GoPro-Mount/
3D Printed GoPro Mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/VL0Z/HD4VLX6L/F4TVL0ZHD4VLX6L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/VL0Z/HD4VLX6L/F4TVL0ZHD4VLX6L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4T/VL0Z/HD4VLX6L/F4TVL0ZHD4VLX6L.SMALL.jpg freeza36 For the "Up" Challenge I decided to make something that I have wanted to make for a while now; a 3D printed GoPro mount. They are expensive to buy at stores, and I now have access to not only Solidworks designing program, but 3D printers. It does cost money of course, but at least I have access to t...
By: freeza36

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Feb 2013 19:46:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Soft-Box-Photography-Light/
Soft-Box Photography Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/AY9Y/HD2RMHGV/FXAAY9YHD2RMHGV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/AY9Y/HD2RMHGV/FXAAY9YHD2RMHGV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXA/AY9Y/HD2RMHGV/FXAAY9YHD2RMHGV.SMALL.jpg BareConductive I decided to make some soft-box lights for our photography setup in our studio.  The aim of a soft-box light is to create an even and diffuse light source, is is simply an enclosure around a bulb comprising of reflective side and back walls and a diffusing material at the front of the light. For m...
By: BareConductive

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 08:10:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Black-and-white-headshots-made-simple/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/NWUU/HCV9A27Q/FHXNWUUHCV9A27Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/NWUU/HCV9A27Q/FHXNWUUHCV9A27Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/NWUU/HCV9A27Q/FHXNWUUHCV9A27Q.SMALL.jpg Dustint66 Here is my tutorial on a quick and simple way to set up for a nice high key headshot Feel free to send your questions/comments to my page https://www.facebook.com/DustinThompsonPhotography?bookmark_t=page and subscribe to my youtube channel for more videos http://www.youtube.com/user/TheShutterS...
By: Dustint66

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 20:32:39 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Levitation-photography/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/Z2JA/HCV9CR7S/F8AZ2JAHCV9CR7S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/Z2JA/HCV9CR7S/F8AZ2JAHCV9CR7S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/Z2JA/HCV9CR7S/F8AZ2JAHCV9CR7S.SMALL.jpg Dustint66 Hello everyone! Here is my tutorial on a fairly quick and simple way to make it look like you are levitating in your photos! Enjoy! Feel free to send your questions/comments to my page https://www.facebook.com/DustinThompsonPhotography?bookmark_t=page and subscribe to my youtube channel for more ...
By: Dustint66

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 20:26:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Adding-remote-OSD-button-control-to-the-SuperCircu/
Adding remote OSD button control to the SuperCircuits PC165DNR camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/BBL2/HCV99ZS3/FIABBL2HCV99ZS3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/BBL2/HCV99ZS3/FIABBL2HCV99ZS3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIA/BBL2/HCV99ZS3/FIABBL2HCV99ZS3.SMALL.jpg raht The Super Circuits PC165DNR camera is a very low light color video camera that is excellent for use with a telescope or for allsky meteor capture. It has buttons that allow the user to set various exposure times and hot pixel blocking. BUT, the buttons are on the side of the camera and when using it...
By: raht

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 10:00:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-bullets-look-new/
Making bullets look new... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/CXBT/HCV99VMU/FPOCXBTHCV99VMU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/CXBT/HCV99VMU/FPOCXBTHCV99VMU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPO/CXBT/HCV99VMU/FPOCXBTHCV99VMU.SMALL.jpg Evinfire Hello there, For the part of my other project the (Steampunk 8mm-GunCam) i needed some bullets but just had the empty shell's used by a 7.62mm  AK-47. This is how i did it... Step 1... Get some wood for a hardwarestore that has the right measure minds (got to fit tight). Step 2... Cut t...
By: Evinfire

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2013 11:20:58 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Under-Ice-Camera-Mount-for-Muvi-or-Go-Pro-style-He/
Under-Ice Camera Mount for Muvi or Go Pro style Helmet Cams - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/RGEL/HCV91SG1/FKORGELHCV91SG1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/RGEL/HCV91SG1/FKORGELHCV91SG1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/RGEL/HCV91SG1/FKORGELHCV91SG1.SMALL.jpg potatomansoup I am on a quest to catch and eat every kind of freshwater fish in New Hampshire... www.catch-m-all.com I have a book coming out in the coming year! As part of that quest I need to get interesting pictures and video. Now here is my issue I have a Muvi helmet cam with underwater housing and an old und...
By: potatomansoup

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Feb 2013 13:31:35 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Camera-rigStabilizer-for-less-than-10Euro-Small/
Camera-rig/Stabilizer for less than 10Euro - Small or big camera - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOA/E7M0/HCV99I58/FOAE7M0HCV99I58.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOA/E7M0/HCV99I58/FOAE7M0HCV99I58.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOA/E7M0/HCV99I58/FOAE7M0HCV99I58.SMALL.jpg matthieutje65 This is a quick tutorial I wanted to share with you guys. This is a very easy and cheap tutorial that can be done with some basic tools. You can use it as in the first part and get a more professional look by finishing it with a carbonfiber Di-Noc foil and some black paint if you want to... If you'r...
By: matthieutje65

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 7 Feb 2013 12:31:12 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/pin-uv-cam-with-meter/
pin uv cam with meter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/FY5H/HCJOGDLP/FCLFY5HHCJOGDLP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/FY5H/HCJOGDLP/FCLFY5HHCJOGDLP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCL/FY5H/HCJOGDLP/FCLFY5HHCJOGDLP.SMALL.jpg crazyg mechanical cannibal shoots invisible uv onto film, bases on a compactified slr .this puppy will tell you how long to stay on that shutter.never need anew battery . it can also turn ice cubes into gold. a list of stuff uv filter screwdrivers hacksaw spraypaint (ford miami blue met) vice brush hammer...
By: crazyg

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