Recommended camera support for car window?
Feb 17, 2018 11:56:50 #
toxdoc42 wrote:
let us all hope you mean to shoot from a parked car!
It sounds funny, but in some areas, such as wetland roads, it is quite common for cars to slowly drive, stop and shoot when the opportunity presents itself. For example, areas like the Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge or Viera Wetlands in Florida. Sometimes getting out of your car disperses the creatures!
Feb 17, 2018 12:34:26 #
None. Car assumed at a stop. If driving, good luck.
The glass can be used, it adjusts up or down, giving you all the stability and support one needs.
Then again if this a gas attack, purchase anything you like.
The glass can be used, it adjusts up or down, giving you all the stability and support one needs.
Then again if this a gas attack, purchase anything you like.
Feb 17, 2018 12:41:53 #
Whatever you use, turn off both the engine and the radio. If you have power seats, raising and lowering the seat can make a big difference rather than trying to scrunch down when aiming high.
Feb 17, 2018 12:45:09 #
Bill_de wrote:
Whatever you use, turn off both the engine and the radio. If you have power seats, raising and lowering the seat can make a big difference rather than trying to scrunch down when aiming high.
Great to be a passenger!
Feb 17, 2018 16:36:52 #
BobT wrote:
What is a good stable camera support when shooting from inside a car. Specifically something to use when shooting from the drivers side car window.
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Check B&H for quality products
Feb 17, 2018 16:41:57 #
BobT wrote:
What is a good stable camera support when shooting from inside a car. Specifically something to use when shooting from the drivers side car window.
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A little piece of pipe insulation!
Feb 17, 2018 16:59:36 #
a6k
Loc: Detroit & Sanibel
via the lens wrote:
Really cheap and easy way to go is to get a piece of that gray pipe insulation and cut it longway down the center, then just pop it on the window.
Yes. Also check out pool noodles, available in-season up north or all the time in warm places. Great for air travel because very light.
Feb 17, 2018 18:59:03 #
I just hand hold my camera. Any shutter speed fast enough to stop animals is fast enough, combined with IBIS, to steady my hand.
Feb 17, 2018 22:12:49 #
I ordered my mini bean bag from The Vest Guy. He can make them in any color you want.
I love my red one. I have a large black one too. But love my red one! :)
I love my red one. I have a large black one too. But love my red one! :)
Feb 17, 2018 23:13:07 #
I purchased a 'Puffin Pad' from MT Shooter and it works perfect. It has a slit in the bottom portion you can slip over the window when it's raised about 3 inches. I love it and have it on the passenger seat when I'm out in Wildlife Preserves, state parks and especially the Rocky Mountain Wildlife Preserve.
Feb 17, 2018 23:29:38 #
MT Shooter wrote:
Puffin Pad Pro, if you can find one. Wonderful device but the maker retired and the company is now for sale. It made for the perfect window mount though, I have two of them.
Got mine from your Camera Cottage. One of my most widely used pieces of equipment. Very versatile.
Feb 17, 2018 23:37:40 #
Here are some interesting option: https://www.kruger-2-kalahari.com/photographing-from-vehicles.html
Feb 18, 2018 05:46:14 #
tinplater wrote:
I use a neck pillow...one of those horseshoe shaped pillows that wrap around your neck while driving. It drapes nicely over the window ledge and helps support the camera. I was given mine as a promotion gimmick at a golf tournament. Works great.
I use the same. My pillow has a covered zipper which allowed me to fill it with tiny glass beads. It firmed it up and gave it weight.
Feb 18, 2018 06:30:49 #
via the lens wrote:
Really cheap and easy way to go is to get a piece of that gray pipe insulation and cut it longway down the center, then just pop it on the window.
I use a pool play noodle available any hardware or Walmart store, less than $5. Cut a length to fit the window when half open and slit lengthwise, it's a nice cushion. I can tuck it under or beside my seat, access always there for cheap. Thanks to another UHH member - can't remember his name.
Larry
Feb 18, 2018 06:53:05 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
BobT wrote:
What is a good stable camera support when shooting from inside a car. Specifically something to use when shooting from the drivers side car window.
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With the engine turned off, I always have a towel with me somewhere in the car, a coat, jacket, anything that can be folded up and put over the window, or if the window is down I can just fold the material over the window frame. Don't carry something special as it will not be with you when you need it.
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