!["[Updated] Hand-Held Balance for Sharp Images"](https://thmb.techidaily.com/abfdd510a65bfb2974ae748187d91d88c050827e452b20253ad5c2d81a1eb51a.jpg)
"[Updated] Hand-Held Balance for Sharp Images"
![](/images/site-logo.png)
Hand-Held Balance for Sharp Images
DIY Tripods| How to Stabilize Your Camera without Buying a Tripod
Richard Bennett
Oct 26, 2023• Proven solutions
When you’re trying to grow a channel on YouTube it can feel like equipment is a barrier, but it shouldn’t be. If you can’t afford a high-end tripod, for example, there are loads of ways to get by without one.
DIY Your Video with Wondershare Filmora
Wondershare Filmora has the best video stabilization tool is your videos have a bad frame or were recorded in dim lights. If a video is shot in bad weather or unfriendly situation where you don’t have all the equipment required for a quality recording, Wondershare Filmora can help you in the background to edit your videos like a pro. And it has all the relevant tools like effects, transitions, background removal, overlays, and background music that could turn your normal video to a professional one.
Here are 3 of our favorite DIY tripods.
DIY smartphone tripod using binder clips or hair clips
You’re a solo operation and your best camera is on your phone. That’s pretty common.
If you have a DSLR then you can set it down on any stable surface while filming yourself, but your phone can’t stand up by itself. It needs something or someone to hold it. Do you just accept that and shoot everything as a selfie?
No. No, you don’t, because there are common household items that can help you out of this problem. For this DIY tripod, you need either 2 binder clips or 2 ‘claw clips’ (also called ‘hair jaws’).
Hold your phone in landscape mode (horizontally, so it’s long rather than tall) and attach clips to the bottom corners. If you are worried about scratching your screen, fold up some paper to place between your clip and your phone.
Here it is with binder clips:
And here it is with hair clips:
Now you can set your smartphone upon any stable surface, like a table or a stack of books.
Here are some more cool ideas!
DIY adjustable tripod using books and a towel
You’ve probably heard a million times that you can stabilize your camera by sitting it down on any stable surface – on your desk, on a stack of books, up in a tree, etc. This is very true!
But if you can use any stable surface, why do people buy tripods?
Because it isn’t convenient to rearrange your furniture whenever you want to make a video, and also because tripods are adjustable. You can change their height, you can use them to pan or tilt, and it’s pretty easy to move them a bit forwards or backward while you’re setting up your shot.
To get similar functions from the ‘any stable surface’ solution you can use a table, a stack of books, and a towel.
- Set up the area where you’re going to sit while you’re filming on one end of the table.
- Put the towel down over the approximate spot you want your camera to be.
- Stack your books on top of the towel.
- Put your camera on top of the books.
Now if your camera isn’t up high enough, or is too high, you can adjust it just by adding or taking away books. If you want to move it closer or farther away from you, just pull the towel forwards or backward.
DIY gripping ‘Gorillapod’ using wire and tape
Gorillapod’s are cool because you can use them like normal tripods, carry them around like selfie sticks, or attach them to things like fences and posts. Here’s how you can make something similar using wire, electrical tape or duct tape, and a 1/4 bolt.
Your wire should be fairly stiff and you’ll need three pieces the same length, which should be at least 10 inches. Old clothes hangers work well. This needs to be something strong enough to support the weight of your camera, but soft enough that it’s not impossible for you to bend.
All of your supplies plus the finished product.
Readying your legs
Step 1: Bend 2 inches at one end of each wire into a ‘U’ shape. You will probably need pliers for this.
Step 2: Pick up one of your pieces of wire and wrap one end with electrical tape. Go around 5-10 times (to prevent it from coming undone at the end) and then, without cutting your tape, start moving up and wrapping the rest of your wire. Stop before your ‘U’ section.
Repeat this with the other two wires.
Attaching your legs
Step 1: Place the ‘U’ section of a leg against your bolt. The bolt’s threading should be pointing away from the leg. Now, use your tape to attach them. Wind it around 2 or 3 times, then repeat the process with both of the other legs individually.
Step 2: After all the legs are attached, wrap some more tape around all 3 as tightly as you can.
Your camera will mount onto the bolt! You’ll be able to use this as a normal table-top tripod or use the flexible legs to grab onto different things like a Gorillapod. Read more at Instructables.
Note: make sure the bolt is a fit for your camera before you get too far into this process.
Richard Bennett
Richard Bennett is a writer and a lover of all things video.
Follow @Richard Bennett
Also read:
- [New] Easy Guide Online Tools to Save Your YouTube Videos for 2024
- [New] Navigating the Best Online Science Vloggers for Curious Minds
- [Updated] 10 Famous Makeup/Beauty Gurus on YouTube [Popular 2024]
- [Updated] Thumbnails That Captivate A Professional's Guide to Visual Lures
- [New] In 2024, Convert YouTube Videos Smoothly Into Professional WebM Files
- [Updated] 2024 Approved 10 Free YouTube Thumbnail Downloaders/Savers Online-Download YouTube Thumbnail
- [New] In 2024, Cultivate 1,000 Fanbase Followers Quickly
- [New] The Best YouTube Equipment What You Need to Start Your Channel
- [Updated] Exclusive Access Top 8 Platforms for Free Green Screen Scenery Files
- [New] Unleash Your Live Stream Potential with Superior Webcam Tech
- [Updated] Exploring Streaming Options Vimeo vs YouTube's Popularity for 2024
- [New] Create Effective YouTube Advertisements on a Budget for 2024
- Perfecting Your Presence Mastery of Title and Tag Use on YouTube for 2024
- [Updated] Easy Replay on iPhone Set Videos Cycling for 2024
- [Updated] The Essential Guide to Understanding YouTube's Earnings Mechanics (CPM)
- [New] Cutting-Edge PC Techniques for Stellar YouTube Video Production for 2024
- [Updated] In 2024, A Quick Guide to Purging Watched YouTube Videos
- [Updated] 2024 Approved Amplify Your Video Content with Precision Insights From Social Blade & YouTube
- [Updated] In 2024, Best Voice Conversion Tools for Vlogging Professionals
- [Updated] Mastering YouTube Legalities A Comprehensive Overview
- [Updated] In 2024, Does YouTube Offer Regular Viewers Money?
- [Updated] 2024 Approved Chart Your Course to YouTube Success with These Techniques
- [New] Cutting-Edge Openings at No Cost The Best YouTube Intro Makers for 2024
- [New] Ajey's Path to Prosperity Monetizing His Online Presence for 2024
- [New] Conveniently Share Your Videos YouTube Shorts Mobile/Computer Tips for 2024
- The Essence and Creation Process of Mukbangs for 2024
- Unleash the Power of SEO Skyrocketing Through YouTube Rankings for 2024
- [New] In 2024, Directors Academy YouTube Channels for Cinematic Innovation
- [Updated] 2024 Approved Beyond YouTube Elite Video Sharing Hubs Revealed
- [Updated] 2024 Approved Access High-Quality YouTube Images Without Paying a Dime
- [Updated] Essential Insights Mastering YouTube Keyword Strategies for 2024
- Reverse Viewing Crafts Creative Youtube Video Methods for 2024
- In 2024, What's YouTube Creative Commons and How to Use It to Make Video
- [Updated] Elevate Your Content Visibility - Discover 6 Thumbnail Designers' Best Tools for 2024
- [Updated] 7 Top-Rated Free Mobile Apps for Video Downloads for 2024
- [New] Break Free From Fee-Free Youtube - Start at 500+ Subscriber Level for 2024
- New In 2024, Debunking Digital Audio Studio Myths The Truth Behind DAW
- [Updated] 2024 Approved Reigning Over TikTok Secrets to Viral Success in Advertising
- 2024 Approved ClearSight WebCam StudioPro
- [New] In 2024, Adding Sparkle to Your Content Incorinasing Unique Story Emojis
- Does find my friends work on Poco X5 | Dr.fone
- Top Video App Selection for Immersive Viewing on iOS
- [New] In 2024, Viral Video Ventures Crafting Addictive Loops on IG
- [New] Tips for Making Facebook Ad Videos Memorable
- How to Fix Facebook Suggested Videos Not Showing Up?
- In 2024, 2023 Browser Snapshot Winners Announced
- 2024 Approved Video Snapshots Made Easy Top 10 Converters for Converting Videos to Images
- How to Mirror PC Screen to Xiaomi Redmi 13C Phones? | Dr.fone
- [New] Beyond Borders with Virtual Reality Tours
- Updated In 2024, The Art of Soundcloud to MP3 Conversion Best Practices
- [New] The Ultimate Top Tweets Watchlist for 2024
- Snapshot Into the Heart of Video Edits - Filmora’s Top 10 for 2024
- In 2024, Ice Warriors Battle - The Spectacular Winter Olympics Snowboard Showdown
- New The Easiest Way to Convert 4K Videos to MP4 for Offline Viewing
- [New] Unleash Creativity Premium Editors for Mobile & Desktop OSes
- File Sync Solutions Top Ways To Bring Data Home
- [New] TwitReact Wisdom A Complete Reference Book
- A Complete Guide of Top 7 Video Language Translators for 2024
- 2024 Approved Photoshop & Lightroom Synergy The Top 10 LUT Selections for Professionals
- Title: "[Updated] Hand-Held Balance for Sharp Images"
- Author: Steven
- Created at : 2024-06-05 06:02:09
- Updated at : 2024-06-06 06:02:09
- Link: https://facebook-record-videos.techidaily.com/updated-hand-held-balance-for-sharp-images/
- License: This work is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0.