Quick and to the point, thank YOU!! This was extremely helpful. I hate those videos where it takes the person 5 minutes before they actually give instructions. You're awesome
Thank you so much! I don't know why but this is not something that is easy to find, I spent 15 minutes searching for how to work a tripod and found things that were much more complicated than what I needed before finding this video which is really what I was looking for.
Hi Kara Ferrari, I'm very happy to hear I was able to help you out! I agree that most photography tutorials seem to be written by pros for pros. Too much information is just as bad as too little information :) Have a great day!
OmgI feel so stupid I have had my tripod for several months and I thought it was broken because the top that can lip back, I was like my camera is going to fall off break I have a Nikon d3200 its kinda heavy, after I watched your video and see you have it turned sideways, ughhhh I feel like an idiot, thank you for this video seriously
Good day Robeszkajka, while most cameras can be mounted on a tripod, there are a few exceptions that either do not have the thread in the bottom, or require an additional adapter (such as Go Pro cameras). If it does have a thread, chances are it is the standard 1/4-20 thread, although a few exceptions require the much larger 3/8 threads. Many tripods have screws that can fit both mount types.
Thank you so much. I managed to get my camera securely on the plate (not knowing the plate was removable) but couldn't get the camera off :). Thanks to your video, I now know how to correctly use the plate for mounting and removing my camera.
Questions: 1) The pin and the spring in the adapter, I guess is for some cameras have a hole where the pin is inserted. 2) If your camera doesn't have the pin, is there a correct position where to put the pin when you screw the adapter to the camera (pointing to front, left, right or back position)? Thanks!
Thank you for sharing, that's Hakuba Brancer S5C, which I recently acquired at a Japan surplus with missing pieces. I have no clue what's the missing piece and how to set up it with a camera. thanks to your video, now I know.
Been thinking about getting a used Canon Powershot that is in good condition and I have several tripods for filming on my iPhone 7. I always thought my tripods were broken but today I was thinking on how to put the camera on the tripod. Thanks for making this video. you are a life saver!
So that's how you do it. I was trying to screw in the camera by turning the camera and the plastic springy thing was getting in the way. I feel so stupid but happy I know how to do it now thanks to you. Thank you Sir
Thank you for showing me how to do it. I have never seen this in the instructions for either tripods nor cameras. This removes the trail & error method. 🤠
Hi +Saai Ram most camera companies including Nikon/Canon/Sony/Samsung/Panasonic/Fuji/etc use the same 1/4"-20 thread standard for their point & shoot and DSLR cameras. Just make sure you have a hole in the bottom where you can screw the plate in, and you will be fine.
Ok this is probably a stupid question but can somebody please explain to me what this fucking thing right next to the screw is (at 1:05)? I just bought my first tripod that has this thing too but it's out of metal and almost scratched my camera a little when I tried to mount it on so now I'm scared to try it again. I don't know what to do.
Hi Saphir3000, if you mean the little plastic knob next to the screw, most tripods have that, and I believe its to help prevent the camera from loosening up and falling from your tripod. Some are made of metal, and you need to be careful not to scratch your camera on it too strongly, but for the most part cameras are made from at least a hard resistant plastic, and they're actually quite resistant. Most likely even if you did scratch it, though, it still shouldn't affect how the camera functions. So long as you don't scratch the lens, you should be fine.
+Jean-Pierre La Forest I didn't see another hole to put that thing on your camera, where did it go? because I have that kind of tripod and I can't attach it to my camera :(
Hi Indrahidayati Nur Rohmah, for the most part, photography cameras do not come with a special hole for that, just a grippy rubber in the bottom which sometimes have some long slots which may or may not align with the plastic knob. The larger and heavier video cameras, though, tend to have them, which allows you to move those heavier cameras sideways without losing control of them. If your camera doesn't have a hole, you can usually just ignore the knob and it will get pushed inside the tripod plate.
Depending on the brand/model, each tripod is slightly different, but there is usually 1 or 2 levers/buttons that need to be pushed. Having 2 things to press helps ensure the camera doesn't accidentally slide off.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It seems so simple but I was trying to spin my camera onto the screw and that didn't work at all! I'm not mechanically minded at all, it seems. After watching your video I had no trouble attaching my camera, easy peasy.
Just got my Tripod WT - 3520 for Christmas. Your video really helped me out. couldn't be more happier. It fits very well with my Sony Cyber Shot DSC - W830. Now I'll be out train spotting with it for the rest if the holidays. Great video! Thanks a lot!
Hi...first time user of a tripod and my tripod came without directions...had no idea I had to screw the camera on....This was very easy to follow and I am so happy that I do not have to return the tripod.
+Jean-Pierre La Forest Never knew what that latch was for. Thanks for helping me I now can put my new camera on my camera stand. You have earned a subscriber.
Thank you for a very simple to follow tutorial. You would think this would be such a simple thing to do but it isn't if you've never done it before. I just got a new tripod and I couldn't figure out how to get the camera on their other than twisting the camera. But that didn't work very well because there's that weird little thing sticking up next to it. Looked at the instructions and of course there's nothing in there other than how to set up the tripod!
I have been a camera 'buff' for many years, but although I have had a tripod for many years as well, I don't often use it as I get sick of having to screw the camera in to the tripod, and it gets tangled up with the strap and lens cover. WOW!! now after watching your video and realizing what to do and how to properly use and adapt this, it's great. I feel soo silly. Thanks heaps for the info on the video. Yaaa!!!
Ohhh my gosh!! You are literally a life saver!! Thank you so much! (Also I think you should ignore the hate comments because this video is super DUPER helpful!!) Thank you for teaching me how to use this!!
I know I'm sooooooper late, and this was a helpful video, but does anyone know where to get the replacement part that goes UNDER the plate? The part that connects the plate to the bass of the tripod (the part that screws into the joint)? Or do I have to buy a whole new tripod? Thank you!
Thanks Jean for the video and instructions. I don't have a tripod yet (its' on the way) and I was looking for information regarding the screw thread on the tripod so that I can use it with a smartphone mount adaptor. This video was very useful to me! I wish you good luck with your channel :)
Unless you get your tripod used, in which case the attachment plate is pretty much guaranteed to be missing. I've seen at least half a dozen tripods in Goodwill and charity shops and they never had the attachment plates. I've found at least a half dozen in the trash and the only one that wasn't missing the plate was the one were it was a permanent part of the tripod, so they literally couldn't lose it. Even if you lend a complete tripod to someone, it's likely to come back without the attachment plate.
Thank you, it is videos like these that seem to simple to even talk about, that are so valuable for the beginner. So thank you for taking the time to explain.
Hi Charlene, depending on the brand and model, you can sometimes find them for sale online or if you call the company, they might be able to send you one. Best of luck!
I want to start making videos but I've been wondering, do you have any ideas on cameras that's less expensive but effective?. Please this means a lot to me, thanks.
hah should have watched your tutorial first...I'm a total newb and it took me a while to figure out how to install my compact camera on the tripod! :-) Great video.
Hi +Seneca rus if you mean the black pin, normally they have a pin which allows you to push it down. For most cameras they serve no use, but for some heavier (mostly video) cameras, they have a hole which aligns with the pin which gives it more stability.
I liked your intro... very useful... I have a camera and a tripod but I dont have that plate which holds it... can you plz let me know what is the technical specifications and depth details of the bottom Plate which mounts under the camera. I wanted to buy one.
Quick and to the point, thank YOU!! This was extremely helpful. I hate those videos where it takes the person 5 minutes before they actually give instructions. You're awesome
Thank you so much! I don't know why but this is not something that is easy to find, I spent 15 minutes searching for how to work a tripod and found things that were much more complicated than what I needed before finding this video which is really what I was looking for.
Hi Kara Ferrari, I'm very happy to hear I was able to help you out! I agree that most photography tutorials seem to be written by pros for pros. Too much information is just as bad as too little information :) Have a great day!
Thank you random man for helping me.
That intro made me lol, thanks btw.
LOOOOOL IKR 😂😂😂
+MyYTlife reminded me of some tim and eric type shit lmfao
YetiMacheteHD looooooooooooooooool
What does that even mean
Me too, Lol! Very sweet intro!
This is the best camera tripod video I have seen till now because it explains the basic things that the other videos skip.
OmgI feel so stupid I have had my tripod for several months and I thought it was broken because the top that can lip back, I was like my camera is going to fall off break I have a Nikon d3200 its kinda heavy, after I watched your video and see you have it turned sideways, ughhhh I feel like an idiot, thank you for this video seriously
Haa Haa.. So funny
This was me.. Thank god I finally got the use of it
gud to hear this..so click mew pics..I wanna see those
me too :D
@silversky99999 Mizzpurdy, I have the same camera and I was wondering how to fit it onto my tripod. So don't feel bad!
I just purchased this model today and had no clue how to use it so thank you. This tutorial was quick, to the point, but accurate. Thank you!
Thanks for the help! I have a question. Can I put every type of camera on any tripod? Thank you!
Good day Robeszkajka, while most cameras can be mounted on a tripod, there are a few exceptions that either do not have the thread in the bottom, or require an additional adapter (such as Go Pro cameras). If it does have a thread, chances are it is the standard 1/4-20 thread, although a few exceptions require the much larger 3/8 threads. Many tripods have screws that can fit both mount types.
Thank you so much. I managed to get my camera securely on the plate (not knowing the plate was removable) but couldn't get the camera off :). Thanks to your video, I now know how to correctly use the plate for mounting and removing my camera.
Thanks for the refresher, I wanted to make sure
Questions:
1) The pin and the spring in the adapter, I guess is for some cameras have a hole where the pin is inserted.
2) If your camera doesn't have the pin, is there a correct position where to put the pin when you screw the adapter to the camera (pointing to front, left, right or back position)?
Thanks!
His intro I love
Thanks +kesa1986 !
Thank you for sharing, that's Hakuba Brancer S5C, which I recently acquired at a Japan surplus with missing pieces. I have no clue what's the missing piece and how to set up it with a camera. thanks to your video, now I know.
Been thinking about getting a used Canon Powershot that is in good condition and I have several tripods for filming on my iPhone 7. I always thought my tripods were broken but today I was thinking on how to put the camera on the tripod. Thanks for making this video. you are a life saver!
Thank you !!!!! so simple yet I was confused you saved me a lot of frustration my friend BIG HUGS
you are the most wholesome being on the planet
Good job !!
Found your video the very day I purchased my first tripod. You made it easy to understand for thousands of people. Thanks
You're very welcome, glad I could help!
So that's how you do it. I was trying to screw in the camera by turning the camera and the plastic springy thing was getting in the way. I feel so stupid but happy I know how to do it now thanks to you. Thank you Sir
Thank you for showing me how to do it. I have never seen this in the instructions for either tripods nor cameras. This removes the trail & error method. 🤠
Thanks from inside of my heart man, really realistic Thumbnail
Jean-Pierre La Forest the stand can suit's for all camera's like Nikon ?
Hi +Saai Ram most camera companies including Nikon/Canon/Sony/Samsung/Panasonic/Fuji/etc use the same 1/4"-20 thread standard for their point & shoot and DSLR cameras. Just make sure you have a hole in the bottom where you can screw the plate in, and you will be fine.
thank you sir the stand suits for my camera :)
The store's online chat said I would have to bring the tripod and camera back to the store to find out how to use it. Thank you, now I just did it =}
Ok this is probably a stupid question but can somebody please explain to me what this fucking thing right next to the screw is (at 1:05)? I just bought my first tripod that has this thing too but it's out of metal and almost scratched my camera a little when I tried to mount it on so now I'm scared to try it again. I don't know what to do.
Hi Saphir3000, if you mean the little plastic knob next to the screw, most tripods have that, and I believe its to help prevent the camera from loosening up and falling from your tripod. Some are made of metal, and you need to be careful not to scratch your camera on it too strongly, but for the most part cameras are made from at least a hard resistant plastic, and they're actually quite resistant. Most likely even if you did scratch it, though, it still shouldn't affect how the camera functions. So long as you don't scratch the lens, you should be fine.
Jean-Pierre La Forest Thank you for the quick reply. Now I understand that it actually has a purpose. I was so confused.
+Jean-Pierre La Forest I didn't see another hole to put that thing on your camera, where did it go? because I have that kind of tripod and I can't attach it to my camera :(
Hi Indrahidayati Nur Rohmah, for the most part, photography cameras do not come with a special hole for that, just a grippy rubber in the bottom which sometimes have some long slots which may or may not align with the plastic knob. The larger and heavier video cameras, though, tend to have them, which allows you to move those heavier cameras sideways without losing control of them. If your camera doesn't have a hole, you can usually just ignore the knob and it will get pushed inside the tripod plate.
Thank God for people like you and TH-cam!
thank you very much :)
you have the sickest intro bro!
Thanks!
thanks for this video. I just bought a new Video ZOOM Q8 and a Tri Pod. Never used one before your video came up first. Great video.
Merci Jean-Pierre! I just got my new camera (transitioning from making iPhone content), no longer doing 'the twist' every time, thank you 😆
It helped me. I just received my new tripod. Will be uploading the video about it tomorrow.
Short simple and sweet. That's what I was looking for. You have got a like and a subscriber.
Quick and to the point. Super helpful. Thanks for making videos to help others!
Love the Canadoan accent, straightforward presentation and Windows first generation Times New Roman type font. :)
i love your introduction, really funny!
Hi *****, I'm glad you like it!
And how do i make it come off please help it stuck
Depending on the brand/model, each tripod is slightly different, but there is usually 1 or 2 levers/buttons that need to be pushed. Having 2 things to press helps ensure the camera doesn't accidentally slide off.
Thank you for taking the time to make this video. It seems so simple but I was trying to spin my camera onto the screw and that didn't work at all! I'm not mechanically minded at all, it seems. After watching your video I had no trouble attaching my camera, easy peasy.
Hi chickadee04287, I'm glad to hear this video helped you figure it out! Thanks for the comment!
Someone gave me a tripod from a garage sale without instructions and I learned a couple of things in this. Thanks for posting!
Hi Pat Wilson, glad I could be of help!
Just got my Tripod WT - 3520 for Christmas. Your video really helped me out. couldn't be more happier. It fits very well with my Sony Cyber Shot DSC - W830. Now I'll be out train spotting with it for the rest if the holidays. Great video! Thanks a lot!
Hi...first time user of a tripod and my tripod came without directions...had no idea I had to screw the camera on....This was very easy to follow and I am so happy that I do not have to return the tripod.
can we attach a small camera to tripod stands?
Why does my tripod have a small lug next to the screw? This makes it difficult to attach the camera without cross threading the screw.
Thank you!
i actually thought something was wrong with the tripod mount! This helped me so much! This information should come with the tripod.
Hi Judy Ann Macaranas, yes most digital cameras do have a tripod thread in the bottom, but you have to double-check for your specific model.
+Jean-Pierre La Forest I have a Canon rebel T3. What's the best, cheapest tripod that I can use. Looking for a 72" tripod.
+Jean-Pierre La Forest Never knew what that latch was for. Thanks for helping me I now can put my new camera on my camera stand. You have earned a subscriber.
+brocktonsfinest20 bro use simpex tripod or photoron 540
Your intro reminds me of Villiger news no offense
Jean-Pierre La Forest I like your intro
Eagerly awaiting the next tutorial on how to change a lightbulb. Should only take about 20 minutes.
0:48 We accidentally broke the little black thing on the right. What is the use of that? And how do I re-insert it back?
Most cameras do not have the extra hole needed to take care of the little plastic pin, so unless you have one of those, you can ignore the broken pin.
Thank you for a very simple to follow tutorial. You would think this would be such a simple thing to do but it isn't if you've never done it before. I just got a new tripod and I couldn't figure out how to get the camera on their other than twisting the camera. But that didn't work very well because there's that weird little thing sticking up next to it.
Looked at the instructions and of course there's nothing in there other than how to set up the tripod!
Thanks so much. Very helpful. The first video in my search 🙂
Sir i missed my tripod plate.. Can I know the size( bottom size) of your plate... It is the same plate which I had
dude you deserve more than 25 million subs u helped me out alot
Thanks for that as I couldn't work it out
I watched your video in 2020 to learn how to mount a camera. Thanks for the video.
Are there any motorized heads which fix to this system that can take a 2kg +cam or do you have to buy something different
Thank you so much. I'm just starting my TH-cam channel and have so many basic questions I'm embarrassed to ask people I know. This was perfect!
What is the little knob next to the screw on the quick release plate??
Elisa H I've been wondering the same thing. I haven't found any info.
Elisa H Not sure but I think that pin would fit in a small hold under the camera, to prevent the camera rotating and gets loose
anyone know what this is yet?
Super helpful tutorial. Thank you!
I have been a camera 'buff' for many years, but although I have had a tripod for many years as well, I don't often use it as I get sick of having to screw the camera in to the tripod, and it gets tangled up with the strap and lens cover. WOW!! now after watching your video and realizing what to do and how to properly use and adapt this, it's great. I feel soo silly. Thanks heaps for the info on the video. Yaaa!!!
That monologue original song is just driving me nuts dude! Seriously it's so cool!😁😁I've been singing that since half an hour now! 😂😂
Ohhh my gosh!! You are literally a life saver!! Thank you so much! (Also I think you should ignore the hate comments because this video is super DUPER helpful!!) Thank you for teaching me how to use this!!
Thank you. It does help a lot. I just did it watching for the very first time.
THANK YOU 😊 this helped me get my Vivatar VPT - 120 working with my Nikon l110
yes I'm a journalism major and switch camera and tripod and couldn't figure it out an hour before my interview thank you very much
What is that rubber stopper as the Nikon camera only have screw hole. What is purpose of the rubber stop thingy innholder
I know I'm sooooooper late, and this was a helpful video, but does anyone know where to get the replacement part that goes UNDER the plate? The part that connects the plate to the bass of the tripod (the part that screws into the joint)? Or do I have to buy a whole new tripod? Thank you!
THANK YOU
very help sir. I just bought tripod and your video the first come
Your intro made my day better, thank you
thx for tutorial aswell
Honestly, I felt so dumb using this LOL thank you for helping me not break my new tripod💀
Thanks Jean for the video and instructions. I don't have a tripod yet (its' on the way) and I was looking for information regarding the screw thread on the tripod so that I can use it with a smartphone mount adaptor. This video was very useful to me! I wish you good luck with your channel :)
Thanks RoamerRealm, glad I could be of help!
Thank you so much! . I just got my first tripod and I had no idea how to install it! This was very helpful
Hi cholita gonzalez, you're very welcome! I think we all get that "now that I got it, what do I do with it" feeling the first time we open one up :)
Can you rotate the camera to record vertically on the stand?
6 years later I'm half steaming helping me set up my camera set up you a g keep up the good shit my guy 💖💖
U should do canan camera sl1 tutorial also because way of explanation is very good
Can you buy top part of it (the part where you attach the camera in) , I lost mine but dunno where to buy it..
video Recording ka laya jo aaj kal HD aa rahe h wo b lag sakti h kya tripod par
The intro is DA BOMB!
Unless you get your tripod used, in which case the attachment plate is pretty much guaranteed to be missing. I've seen at least half a dozen tripods in Goodwill and charity shops and they never had the attachment plates. I've found at least a half dozen in the trash and the only one that wasn't missing the plate was the one were it was a permanent part of the tripod, so they literally couldn't lose it.
Even if you lend a complete tripod to someone, it's likely to come back without the attachment plate.
Thank you, it is videos like these that seem to simple to even talk about, that are so valuable for the beginner. So thank you for taking the time to explain.
Very helpful. I was looking at the directions like "wtf" but just watching the first minute of your video I figured it out.
Hi *****, I'm glad I could help you getting started with your tripod!
The best intro I’ve seen ever
Got my first tripod today. Came straight to this video. Very helpful! Thank you!!!
Joyce Bi Congratulations! I hope your tripod serves you well!
Same here!
The intro was amazing thank you.
Thanks a lot! For us total beginners this is very useful piece of information.
😩😩😩 I can’t find that lil attachment at the top can I repurchase it separately?
Hi Charlene, depending on the brand and model, you can sometimes find them for sale online or if you call the company, they might be able to send you one. Best of luck!
I want to start making videos but I've been wondering, do you have any ideas on cameras that's less expensive but effective?. Please this means a lot to me, thanks.
Do you have to buy the plate? I have the exact same tripod and I can’t find the plate.....
what's the litte button for (the one next to the screw on the mount)?
I'm getting the cannon Powershot SX610 would it still work will this still work with a 8 inch tripod
If the tripod has a standard thread, which it should, everything should be good.
thank you jp ...that was very helpful....I wasn't able to figure our how to use d upper plate to attach the camera
thank you 💜💜
hi can you reccomend a Camera template for my Digipod SL1400
Thank you- your directions are so easy to follow !
Hi +fast feet you're very welcome!
I love this guy!! He is amazing!
hah should have watched your tutorial first...I'm a total newb and it took me a while to figure out how to install my compact camera on the tripod! :-) Great video.
I dont habe that top peice so d u know a different way without using that part?
hello jean i wa swondering what is the little black thing on the top of the tripod nextv to the screw. it woont let me screw my camera in
Hi +Seneca rus if you mean the black pin, normally they have a pin which allows you to push it down. For most cameras they serve no use, but for some heavier (mostly video) cameras, they have a hole which aligns with the pin which gives it more stability.
Thank you. This tripod is a bit difficult for me to use but your video help.
Wow! So much better when you do it right! Thanks!
I have a Velbon CS 544 and it doesn't have the adaptor on top to screw my camera onto it. Any idea where to buy one?
Sometimes contacting the manufacturer can help
I found where to buy one and received it.
I liked your intro... very useful... I have a camera and a tripod but I dont have that plate which holds it... can you plz let me know what is the technical specifications and depth details of the bottom Plate which mounts under the camera. I wanted to buy one.
Thanks, clearest explanation I found.