Photography is a beautiful confluence of science and art. As we delve deeper into this exotic world, we often find ourselves lured by a host of equipment, promising to elevate our art to the next level. Among the most important and yet underappreciated is the camera body mount. Far from just being a point of connection between your camera and tripod, the right mount can make a significant difference in the stability and quality of your shots.

The Inspiration

Camera gear can be expensive, and often, we find ourselves compromising on some aspects to fit our budget. The point where many tend to cut corners is accessories like mounts, settling for standardized designs that may not cater to unique needs. Inspired by the need for a cost-effective, versatile, and personalized solution, today, we take the creative road to build a DIY camera body mount.

The Blueprint

Before we can embark on creating your DIY camera body mount, we need a plan, a blueprint of what we aspire to build, tailored to your needs.

Start by examining your camera. Understanding the dimensions, weight, and the positioning of the lens are crucial. Once you are familiar with these, sketch your mount on a piece of paper, paying attention to sizes and angles.

Gather Your Tools

When it comes to creating your camera body mount, the L-bracket is the star of the show. It is sturdy, provides excellent support, and is easily available in various sizes at a hardware store. You would also need some nuts and bolts, a bubble level, a drill, and a few pieces of rubber.

Why rubber? To protect your camera! When you mount your camera on the bracket, the latter's hard material might scratch the body of your camera. By attaching a thin layer of rubber on the parts of the mount that will come in contact with the camera, you're preventing unwelcomed damages.

The Magic

Start by measuring and marking where you would be drilling holes on the L-bracket. This should align with the tripod mount point on your camera. Following this, prepare the bracket to receive the camera by attaching the rubber linings at the areas of contact. Now using the drill, make the hole through the bracket.

Finally, you can attach your camera to the DIY body mount by bolting through the hole you just drilled. Make sure you use a bolt that fits the tripod mount on your camera, it would typically be a 1/4-20 bolt that is generally used globally. Put the bubble level on the bracket to ensure your setup is level, and you are good to go!

Beyond the Usual

With your DIY camera body mount, you're no longer bound to straight-on shots. Experiment with vertical shots, low angle shots, and high angle shots. The L-bracket mount can fix into the tripod either horizontally or vertically, offering you excellent flexibility in adjusting the angle of your shot without having to adjust your tripod.

The best part? Creativity.

When you DIY, you're not just creating something useful and money-saving. You're also leading your path, representing your models, and infusing your shots with a much-needed personal touch. It's all you!

In the realm of photography, the ongoing journey is as beautiful as the destination and each frame, a story. As you capture spaces through your lens, the DIY camera body mount stands as a testament to your passion, ingenuity, and commitment to your art.

Next time we'll dive into crafting a DIY light diffuser to further assist in your photography journey. Until then, happy crafting, and even happier clicking!