Video stabilization using pistol grip tripod

[PolaroidShaker]

I actually just discovered that these types of tripod exists. They have a pistol grip and usually underneath it is a ball to allow movement.

I was just thinking, I can actually use this for Video too since in a way they can work like a gimball? But somehow i cant seem to find videos on youtube that shows how this is compared to a proper gimball. Hahah maybe it doesnt work as good that why ppl nv even try lol. Anyways dont you guys think the mechanism is the same? There's weights at the bottom The ball is for smooth movement, then the pistol grip i feel does help with stabilization in a way. Mayeb the only problem is that you can bring the camera low for a low angle video since there are the long tripod legs lol.

PISTOL GRIP


TRADITIONAL GIMBAL

 

[JacePhoto]

I mounted a monopod and added weights(Clamps) at the bottom. Then lightly clench the base plate.

Although it helps, it takes a lot of (customised) practise.

End day, a commercial/ professional device will make it work better. Not an improvised one. hee hee...

This is my two cents...

 

[kandinsky]

But somehow i cant seem to find videos on youtube that shows how this is compared to a proper gimball.

There are many videos showing people creatively using tripods/monopods to create a DIY stabilizer effect using methods similar to what JacePhoto described.

[video=youtube;M5Nxr6cy_kQ]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5Nxr6cy_kQ[/video]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EaqYSovFQDc

As the camera plate is still fixed to the handle, it's really no different from holding the baseplate.

E.g. If the guy in the bottom picture pivots his arm at the elbow to move the camera up and down, the baseplate should remain level, the camera's horizon should remain level.

If he is using a pistol grip head gizmo instead and does the same movement, the baseplate will tilt, basically follow the angle of his forearm...