Overhead Camera Rig Using Light Stands and a Horizontal Crossbar

I have changed my overhead camera setup again. In my opinion, this is the best overhead camera rig I have set up so far.

The whole setup is cheap to construct and is simple too. You don't need to drill, use screwdrivers etc. All you have to do is slot the horizontal crossbar onto your lights.

How My Overhead Camera is Constructed
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AmazonBasics Light Stands
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Manfrotto Horizontal Crossbar 272B (I would, however, advise looking for a cheaper alternative)
Amazon USA: https://amzn.to/2zJJqNl
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Manfrotto Super Clamp
Review -    • Manfrotto Super Clamp  
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Manfrotto 037 Camera Mounting Stud (Used to Attach Ballhead)
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Tripod Ballhead
Review -    • Cheap $20 Tripod Ball Head: Is It Any Good?  
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K&F Concept 72" Tripod with Horizontal Column
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This is the tripod with the horizontal arm that I used to use for overhead shots.

Video Review:    • K&F Concept 72" - The 360 Degrees Tripod T...  

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With this setup, I also used the Koolertron Z Bracket.

Video Review:    • Koolertron Z Bracket - Helping You Get Tho...  

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Rode PSA1 Microphone Boom Arm
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In the past I used to use the Rode PSA1 Boom Arm. It may not suit everyone, but it is a flexible solution that allows you to put the camera into many positions easily.

Rode PSA1

Video Review -    • Rode PSA1 Studio Boom Arm - Is It as Good ...  

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Other Overhead Camera Videos
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Be sure to check out my other videos about overhead cameras.

The Tripod With Horizontal Arm Overhead Camera Setup -    • The Tripod With Horizontal Arm Overhead Ca...  

My New Overhead Camera Setup -    • My New Overhead Camera Setup  

Boom Arm + $20 Ball Head = Cheap Overhead Camera -    • Boom Arm + $20 Ball Head = Cheap Overhead ...  

How to Easily Create an Overhead Camera If You Suck at DIY -    • How to Easily Create an Overhead Camera If...  

A Simple Tripod Overhead Camera Setup -    • A Simple Tripod Overhead Camera Setup  

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Thanks guys.

Kevin

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