When it comes to filmmaking, cinema cameras are often one of the most expensive and unavoidable pieces of equipment. This reality has led many independent creators and engineers to explore lower-cost ...
Here at DPReview, we love DIY photography projects, and one recently came to our attention that we just had to share. Boston-based engineer and photographer Wenting Zhang has been experimenting with ...
Have you ever dreamed of creating your own cinema-grade camera without breaking the bank? For many aspiring filmmakers and tech enthusiasts, the idea of building something so intricate might seem out ...
It feels like a cassette revival comes along every few years, and with the latest iteration in full swing, we were both startled and amused to see that at least one inventor is re-exploring the idea ...
As far as DIY projects go, building a usable street camera sounds pretty daunting. That said, the RUHAcam, a new project by Ping-Hsun “penk” Chen and Ruha Cheng, definitely looks like a fun weekend ...
German engineer Gaurav Singh has designed and built an industrial USB box camera in a custom 3D-printed case that not only accepts interchangeable lenses, but the image sensor can also be swapped out ...
Element 14 has published a new project to their “Presents” YouTube channel providing details on how you can build your very own DIY DSLR motorised camera zoom system to remove the need to forever ...
Camera sliders are a popular project for makers—especially those who document their projects on video. They’re fun and accessible to build, and they can really create some beautiful shots. [Lechnology ...
What do you do with an old 3D printer? They’re full of interesting components, after all, from switches and motors to lovely smooth rails. [Mukesh Sankhla] had a great idea—why not repurpose the ...
The science pros at TKOR build a DIY macro camera probe under $100, revealing surprisingly detailed shots without breaking ...