May 13, 2017

How to Avoid Shaky Footage When Shooting Without a Camera Stabilizer

You can still get smooth footage if you don’t have a fancy camera stabilizer.

I think we can all agree that gimbals, tripods, and other camera stabilizers are excellent cinematic tools for keeping footage nice and steady. However, for those who may not have the money, access, or desire to get their hands on one, it’s important to understand how to keep their camera smooth when shooting handheld. In this video, filmmaker Peter McKinnon gives you a bunch of tips on how to do just that. Check it out below:

If you’ve spend any amount of time shooting without a stabilizer, chances are you have your own approach to getting smooth shots. However, McKinnon unloads a ton of great tips, so there’s bound to be a few that you haven’t yet tried.

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Source: NoFilmSchool