You're probably asking yourself why we chose to start off our DIY stabilizer build series with a part that seems so simple.  Just strap on a plate with some weights and move on right?  This is a part that regularly gets neglected, both in DIY rigs and Commercial stabilizers as well.  The base plate actually serves several key functions, so in the quest for a more stable rig spending some time on the design of your base plate is well worth it. Its the mounting point for your Counter-Weights If designed it can be used as a stand for smaller rigs It controls the inertia of the stabilizer - Key factor   Material Anything from wood to plastic to metal works as long as it's strong enough.  It needs to be able to support the counter-weights, and if you plan on using it as a stand keep the stabilizer upright.  We prefer to use ABS plastic sheet because it's both strong and light weight.  If you go with a 3/8" thick sheet like we offer in our D...

Building your own camera stabilizer can be a fun and rewarding project.  If you're up for the challenge the process will teach you the fundamentals of dynamic balance, weight distribution, design, and the precision involved to make it all happen.  This is the start of our multi part series covering as many of the build steps we can.   We've spent years perfecting our stabilizers and now want to share with you some of the knowledge we've gained along the way. The anatomy of a floating camera stabilizer is fairly standard. How you implement it, however, is up to you. The example shown is broken down to its base components, some of which are simple to build, while others require precision machining.  The good news is you don't have to let equipment limitations stop your DIY project, because we have many of the parts available in our DIY-Garage . Part 1 - The Camera Stabilizer Base Plate>>

A special thanks to Norman Cambridge and Fujifilm for allowing us to share this video. Filmed to promote the new line of x-series cameras added to Fujifilm's lineup many of the scenes in LA were filmed with our Stabilizers. Shot entirely on location in Los Angeles CA, during fall/winter 2011 and in Berkshire, Hertfordshire and London, England during spring 2012 on a Handheld Fujifilm F550/600 and a Fujifilm X10 compact camera. Joelle on iTunes: http://smarturl.it/BigInLA-ShowcaseMix Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/missjoelley Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/missjoelley Music video by Joelle performing Big In LA (Showcase Mix). © 2012 Camboso Ltd

Bebe Fashion Show at Club Sway Gear used: -MiniDV Stabilizer Pro -Qalumet quick release -Canon t3i -Tokina 11-16 F2.8 lens  Submitted by:   Iskko Iskkov Joelle - Big In LA (Showcase Mix) Full Credits LA scenes were shot with our Specter Stabilizer and a Fujifilm X10   Joelle on iTunes: http://smarturl.it/BigInLA-ShowcaseMix   Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/missjoelley Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/missjoelley   Music video by Joelle performing Big In LA (Showcase Mix). © 2012 Camboso Ltd  SHERLOCK HOLMES- "CASE OF THE THIRD SHOT" BY DRIZZY DRO(Canon 6D) Submitted by: CottonFilms http://www.facebook.com/cottonfilms Filmed with our Specter Stabilizer CONMAN ft. Khan Quest "Headphones & Notebook" (Prod. by Team One Studios) (HD) Submitted by: Ted Cole http://www.facebook.com/tedcolep Filmed with our MiniDV Stabilizer

*Adds support for cameras all the way down to just 2oz. *Improves roll and pan stability for DSLR's *Available with 2 or 4 Stainless Steel counter-weights *Compatible with our MiniDV Stabilizer and MiniDV Stabilizer Pro Its unique design improves the pan and roll stability of our stabilizers, which is a common problem with compact stabilizers. By addressing this weakness, it places our stabilizer ahead of others on the market. This new accessory could be a great addition to your filmmaking tools.  Check it out at the link below. http://balvanzenterprises.com/CounterWeightedHeadPlate.html