For just a few hundred dollars<\/a>, you can have your very own 3D printer with plastic \u2014 but 3D printers can be used to print way more than just action figures. While big-budget Hollywood features have been using 3D printers for years<\/strong>, they are just now finding their way into the indie-film world.<\/p>\n From camera rigs to drones, a 3D printer can create a whole lot of really useful film gear<\/strong>. If you’re looking for some awesomely practical 3D-film-gear models (or you’re just interested in the potential uses for a 3D printer in a filmmaking context), then\u00a0you’re going to love this article.<\/p>\n By simply purchasing some standard rail pipe\u00a0and a few screws, you can easily create this elaborate DSLR rig<\/strong>. This rig can be coupled with a back weight to\u00a0better balance the overall rig.<\/p>\n While a zip-tie follow focus<\/strong> rig will do in some situations, it certainly isn’t perfect. A much better approach would be to use this zip-tie\/3D-printed-lever combination<\/strong>. The arms have teeth that can\u00a0grab onto the rubber gear rings on your lens.<\/p>\n If you already have a follow focus<\/strong> system, you can easily 3D print a gear ring that’s right for your lens. If you look around online, you can find a 3D gear ring<\/strong> for virtually every lens in the world.<\/p>\n If you’ve ever dreamed of crafting your very own drone, we’ve got good news: you can use these schematics from Hovership to print one<\/strong>. They’ve also put together a few kits with all of the accessories you’ll need<\/a> to put the drone together. Obviously, building a drone is no easy task. But if you’re looking for a new passion project,\u00a0you should definitely check this out. The video below shows the Hovership in action.<\/p>\n1. DSLR Rig System<\/a><\/h3>\n
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