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How to Build a Camera Jib/Crane

This video tutorial by Tony Reale of Next Wave Graphics shows you how built a camera crane. This was all done with a table saw, drill and hack saw. He has measurements and pictures listed on his blog, HERE. They also have some other great DIY and film related topics on that blog as well, check it out.

How to Build a Camera Jib/Crane from Tony Reale on Vimeo.

Parts for the crane:
Lazy susan
Boards
Nuts & bolts
Screws
Old clothes hanger
Old tripod
Aluminum strips

Equipment used:
Sony HDR-HC3 Camcorder
Sony Playstation

Crew:
Tony Reale
Chris Ritzenhein

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Tags | Cinematography, Cranes, DIY, JIB, Next Wave Graphics, Production, Tony Reale, Video