Canon 60D. Tokina 11-16mm 2.8. Flycam Nano (first generation). OTech reader, Veronica, recently asked me about a few different handheld stabilizers. After some discussion and research, my best bet for the price range she’s considering would have to be the DSLR Flycam Nano. This is a light and relatively affordable stabilizer that uses a stage [...]

Zeke from Nice Industries shows me his Nice Clip. The Nice Clip is a light weight, low profile clip that sticks to your lens cap so you can clip your cap to your strap, camera bag, pocket, shirt, hat – wherever you want. No more pocket lint covered caps. No more “where did I put [...]

Chris from ThinkTank photo shows us four of their roller bags at PMA CES 2012. I’m a huge fan of the design and build of ThinkTank products so I was especially excited to take a peak at their roller gear. These bags take the term “secure” to a whole new dimension! Chris shows us the [...]

Last year I saw Edelkrone at NAB 2011 and was blown away by their transforming rig system. The only down side was the sky high price point and the fact that you couldn’t get the product easily in the US. Now smallHD is distributing Edelkrone camera rigs for the US and Canada, this is awesome [...]

OTech and cheesycam reader, Brennan Robideaux, recently bought the Benro AD71FK5 Video Fluid Head Tripod Kit after seeing it featured on Cheesycam.com. Brennan shot a video review of the specs and gave us some example shots at the end of his video (thanks, Bren). The one noticeable qualm with the AD71FK5 was the quick release [...]

For under $140, this solid three wheel skater dolly can push weight! Gliding along with no foreseeable future of friction, Kamerar’s new Cinema Skater Flex Dolly carries a Manfrotto 501 HDV and a Sony EX1 without breaking a sweat. The Cinema Skater Dolly is capable of getting full 360º shots. Being that this is a [...]

The Trek-Tech MagConnect magnetic mount is a non tilt and swivel mount that can be used in conjunction with a plethora of products. This system acts as a solution in connecting items together without screws. This is a fast and secure solution to the common 1/4″ threads and screws that typically take a lot of [...]

Backpacks, tripods, memory cards and HDMI cables are completely necessary when you’re shooting, be it video or photo. We all know how expensive gear can get and how easily it all adds up. Being the Amazon advocate that I am, I must share their inexpensive goods with you all. Did you guys know that Amazon [...]

Mounting can be a difficult task at times. Do you need your gear to be easily accessible and in an upright position? Nasty Clamps can get you there. These clamps are strong and offer a firm grip onto your gear. Nasty Clamps come standard with a 1/4 20″ male thread and have an optional hotshoe [...]

Monopods are great for situations where a tripod is not practical or allowed. They’re fast, portable and these will provide you with additional feet to really get your camera steady. You can retract the feet when it’s not needed, and use these as your average monopods. If you’re shooting video, you will want a fluid [...]

When we’re recording OTech videos, the audio tree we use is ever changing. What is an audio tree? Normally for us this is a light stand with a media mount, a friction arm and wireless mic receivers. The orientation and products change out but it’s a constant given that we’re trying new ideas to keep [...]

I’ve seen so many fantastic pieces of gear over the months from all of you. Some of you guys are working magicians! What is your favorite trick of the trade and piece of gear that you cannot live with out? Sharing is caring! I’d love to spread the knowledge. I’d have to say hands down, [...]

My buddy, Robert, from juicedLink (widely know for their quality audio products) came out with a hands free rig for DSLR shooters. I’m curious to hear what you all think about it. In the video above, Robert shows us what is included in the DIY119B Hands-Free Rig Kit and what the process is for assembling [...]

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Since the arrival of the Pico Flex Table Dolly, I’ve been DYING to take her out for a test drive but couldn’t seem to find the time or location. I’ve also been toting around a few compact cameras- taking test shots and short videos. Walking around this past weekend I came across the original Mission [...]