FILM SETS How-To Videos & Articles

Follow these film sets-tagged tutorials to learn all about film sets with WonderHowTo's collection of free how-to videos and articles, like Adjust camera heights using the Technik Skater, Adjust curved moves of the Technik SKATER, and Adjust your Zacuto Letus35 Elite Backfocus DOF.

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How to adjust camera heights using the Technik Skater

Adjust camera heights using the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to learn how to adjust ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 1,868

How to adjust curved moves of the Technik SKATER

Adjust curved moves of the Technik SKATER

Watch this instructional cinematography video to learn how to adjust curved movement to maximize the performance of the P+S Technik SKATER ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 1,073

How to adjust your Zacuto Letus35 Elite Backfocus DOF

Adjust your Zacuto Letus35 Elite Backfocus DOF

Zacuto Letus35 Elite Backfocus DOF Tutorial Upgrade your Letus35 ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 1,984

How to build a $25 camera crane

Build a $25 camera crane

The guys at Indy Mogul show you the Camera Crane (turbo mini jib) that ANYONE can afford! Attach it to your tripod and that good looking ...more

A 7:02
Curated 1 year ago by rhei222 | Comments 0
Views 9,561

How to build a Britek Softbox

Build a Britek Softbox

How to assemble a Britek Softbox Number 3428, including reflector and diffussion.

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Curated 11 months ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 1,987

How to build a cable mounted camera rig for overhead shots

Build a cable mounted camera rig for overhead shots

On Backyard FX by IndyMogul, Erik and the crew build a Cable-Cam to ...more

A- 5:46
Curated 11 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 4,058

How to build a homemade steadycam camera stabilizer

Build a homemade steadycam camera stabilizer

In this video tutorial, you'll see how you can build a homemade steadycam camera stabilizer for under fifty bucks. This is more ...more

A- 9:55
Curated 11 months ago by WonderHowTo | Comments 0
Views 8,784

How to build a snorricam for a cool camera effect

Build a snorricam for a cool camera effect

If you've seen Requiem for a Dream, you've seen the snorricam effect - the camera is worn around the actor's waist and as the actor moves it ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by cwiltz | Comments 2
Views 6,661

How to configure the Redrock microShouldermount

Configure the Redrock microShouldermount

Watch this cinematography tutorial on how to use the microShouldermount, which can be attached onto a tripod or used in its typical ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 598

How to create a camera tripod with a rubber band

Create a camera tripod with a rubber band

There are a lot of ways to keep your camera from shaking. Most of these involve expensive devices known as tripods. If you're super stingy ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 5
Views 11,842

How to install and use the Zacuto Universal Baseplate

Install and use the Zacuto Universal Baseplate

Zacuto Universal Baseplate V3, includes 12-inch rods and works with ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by WonderDude Mike | Comments 0
Views 804

How to make a $15 flashlight camera protective housing

Make a $15 flashlight camera protective housing

A $15 solution for protective housing of still, video, security ...more

A- 10:25
Curated 9 months ago by bird crick | Comments 1
Views 6,774

How to make a shoebox lens for your camera

Make a shoebox lens for your camera

You can make a great picture effect with just an ordinary shoe box, some paint, a magnifying glass, and a piece of plastic. Try this for a ...more

A 4:03
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 3,683

How to make a time-lapse video with a DSLR and Intervalometer

Make a time-lapse video with a DSLR and Intervalometer

See how to shoot a time-lapse video using a DSLR and intervalometer ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 2,836

How to make curved moves on the Technik Skater

Make curved moves on the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to learn how to make curved moves to better utilize the performance of the P+S Technik SKATER ...more

A 2:05
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,075

How to make linear tracks on the Technik Skater

Make linear tracks on the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to learn how to make linear tracks on the P+S Technik SKATER Mini dolly to better utilize and ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,544

How to make your own low budget camera dolly

Make your own low budget camera dolly

Can't afford a camera dolly? Take a look at this instructional video and learn how to make your own low budget camera dolly. The materials ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 3,733

How to make your own track dolly

Make your own track dolly

Build a track dolly for about £80. This is great for getting professional dolly shots when making your own films. Total dolly size = 2ft ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie Coué Arbuckle | Comments 1
Views 6,077

How to obtain accuracy on the Technik Skater

Obtain accuracy on the Technik Skater

Watch this professional cinematography video to learn how to obtain perfect accuracy to maximize the performance of the P+S Technik SKATER ...more

A 2:05
Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 456

How to operate a steadicam

Operate a steadicam

Kyle Fasanella, steadicam operator, and curator of the famous VileKyle.com gives us a rare glimpse at how a steadicam works.

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Curated 1 year ago by rhei222 | Comments 2
Views 6,248

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