Recommended camera support for car window?
Feb 18, 2018 21:38:37 #
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.
That's what I did. I have the Nikon unit. It's nice but the insulation can be cut and left on with the window rolled up.
The Nikon unit is a nice piece of equipment,but a hastle to mount and dismount a lot.
Have one barely used....... Cheap, if you want to try it.
Feb 18, 2018 22:15:33 #
Damaging a car window is difficult, but I’ve had the misfortune of damaging the mechanism that controls the window and it’s expensive. I would never rest anything directly on the glass, including my arm. I have used the Lenscoat beanbag and really like it. I put packing peanuts made of cellulose (environmentally friendly) in for light weight travel. The bag supported my Nikkor 200-500 easily. If I used the bag with the optional head mount, I would use sunflower seeds or wheat husks instead. The bag is tough and shaped for stability resting on the car door.
Feb 18, 2018 22:53:59 #
Feb 18, 2018 23:40:17 #
Dossile wrote:
I’ve had the misfortune of damaging the mechanism that controls the window and it’s expensive. I would never rest anything directly on the glass, including my arm.
Feb 19, 2018 01:01:41 #
I bought a clamp with a fluid head and it was wonderful. Only problem is that I don't drive a Peterbilt. Wonderful construction but it's too heavy, too high, too big and by the time I got it setup, whatever I wanted to shoot would be gone. Beanbag definitely. It's fast, quick and can be used on either window.
Feb 19, 2018 05:09:17 #
Pipe insulation, one piece is enough for both windows. The piece I got was already cut down one side, all I had to do is cut it the length of the window and slip it on, then you can move your camera left an right much easier or just lift the camera up for birds that get too high for the rest. You can't do that with a fixed clamp or a tripod, I've tried it. The pipe insulation does not crush even with a 500 f/4 and it's cheaper than a pool noodle. I mostly shoot wildlife and the majority is out the window of my jeep. Most critters are not afraid of a vehicle but take flight as soon as they see a human and camouflage only works if you're not moving.
Feb 19, 2018 06:06:41 #
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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Foam pipe insulation. It comes in different thicknesses and diameters with a precut seam down the length. Cut to length to cover the entire window or just a portion of it. Its available at any hardware or home improvement store and costs very little.
Feb 19, 2018 17:43:30 #
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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I bought some camo material and some bird seed to make my own, but until i get that done, i use a neck pillow to drape over the window.
Feb 20, 2018 19:33:08 #
Feb 24, 2018 15:18:14 #
One Rude Dawg wrote:
You do not have to cut pipe insulation, it already comes that way!
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