Project by Mike | posted 11-23-2015 05:45 AM | 4322 views | 3 times favorited | 12 comments | ![]() |
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After having some issues with camera placement in my shop while video taping I came up with a camera mount that I can place almost anywhere on my walls. Using a spare tripod and some hardware I developed a French Cleat Camera Mount. This video also includes the steps I took to develop the project and a demonstration of the camera on the mount.
If you have questions or comments, I’d love to hear from you.
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redryder
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#1 posted 11-23-2015 05:53 AM
I don’t watch too many videos on the internet but sometimes I do. Your process seems like a sound one.
At least your photos are not posted upside down or sideways. This seems to be the champion website for that…....................
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Mike
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#2 posted 11-23-2015 05:57 AM
Lol thanks Redryder. I try very hard not to have upside down photos or something sideways. A camera is just like a tool. The more you practice with it, the better you can get.
- Mike
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Colin
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#3 posted 11-23-2015 07:44 AM
Cool vid – I was trying to find out what a French cleat was – i think it must be an American thing LOL!
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albachippie
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#4 posted 11-23-2015 11:28 AM
Neat idea Mike. It does look a little vulnerable mind you, with the centre of gravity being so high relative to the angle/joint of the cleat. The stability of the french cleat system (which I love by the way) relies on the object being hung having it’s weight below the joining point. I am sure you are aware of this, and as long as you’re happy with it, that’s what is important.
It is a good solution, and I’m sure will serve you well,
Cheers,
Garry
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WoodNSawdust
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#5 posted 11-23-2015 11:34 AM
Good idea, but as Garry said I wonder about the center of gravity.
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Mike
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#6 posted 11-23-2015 12:54 PM
I did think of the moment arm on the cantilever beam that is being created with this design. The arm is only 1 foot long. With the DSLR and the lens that is attached, the French cleat works well. I most likely wouldn’t extend the arm out any farther for the concerns you raised.
If you notice on my lumber rack, I have supports on the shelves. If I have a need for the camera support arm to go any longer, I might add a support like one of those to prevent failure. Also, if the arm does need to go longer, I am back in the range of where the tripod can sit.
The good thing is that this is a prototype. If it works, great! If not, modifications can always be made.
Thank you Garry and WoodNSawdust for the design feedback. It’s always good to have fresh eyes on your design.
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WoodNSawdust
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#7 posted 11-23-2015 01:10 PM
You are welcome.
Would you consider a blog series about how you do the videos? I would like some pointers on how to make a few in my shop.
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albachippie
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#8 posted 11-23-2015 01:26 PM
No problem.
Again, great idea,
Garry
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Mike
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#9 posted 11-23-2015 01:41 PM
WoodNSawdust absolutely! What questions do you have? What would you like to know?
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WoodNSawdust
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#10 posted 11-23-2015 01:58 PM
Not sure what questions I have, I have never tried shooting a video, editing it, and then posting it. I will think about it and then post a question. Thanks.
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A Slice of Wood Workshop
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#11 posted 11-23-2015 02:27 PM
That looks like a great mount. I am always moving my tripod around and sometimes I just want to hang it from the ceiling or the wall to get the tripod out of the way. I would put a brace on the bottom of it like you had mentioned just it case….cameras are expensive. Great Idea!
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sswilcox
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#12 posted 12-08-2015 07:54 AM
This is a cool idea, but I wouldn’t be able to handle the stress of having my DSLR perched on a French cleat. I wish you good fortune when using this setup with your DSLR. I’d be worried I would bump into it with something (like a board or my shoulder) and upset the delicate balance. Have you considered driving a screw through the mount into the wall? I realize that is rather redundant considering the purpose of a French cleat, but to me it would be worth that inconvenience to protect my camera investment. Or maybe you could cut a second 45 on your mount and add a second, inverted cleat to create a sliding dovetail system.
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