DIY Sky Eye Polecam Elevates Your Digital Camera

[blurryiris]

Taking photographs from an elevated vantage point almost always provides images that are unique. Here is s video that shows us how make the Sky Eye / Polecam, a pole-mounted camera is fashioned from servo motors, a digital camera, and a standard remote control.

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[Katier]

Nice Vid, the Steampunk bit was more fun though


Mmm

*wants a steam punk Camera*

Steam powered shutter anyone?

 

[Katier]

As for the polecam.. unteresting concept but not how I'd have done it.

Not being able to see your shot is bound to be annoying, so a webcam to allow aiming would be good.

Be nice to do it solo too rather than having to use a friend.