How to Save Hundreds on DJI OSMO Accessories
Since the beginning of time, humans have tried to answer some of the most difficult questions, like how does the Universe work, what happens after death, and how to take steady shots without a tripod?
Smartphones have changed photography forever. These revolutionary devices can now shoot 4k footage and slow motion videos with the quality once reserved for Hollywood gear. The only problem is that while the cameras on smartphones have improved, most people can’t take steady shots without the help of a tripod.
Enter DJI OSMO, a hand-held 4k action camera on a stick that can help videographers capture smooth, cinema-quality footage. It features a three-axis stabilized gimbal powered by brushless motors that can adapt to your shaky arms.
OSMO is without doubt a great filmmaking tool that puts the steadicam-style footage in the reach of hobby photographers and average consumers. Unfortunately, if you want to shoot silky smooth videos and get professional-quality results, you have to invest in expensive accessories.
Perhaps less known is that it’s pretty easy to save hundreds on OSMO accessories and get the same amazing results. There are numerous different gears much cheaper than the OSMO accessories.
Here are some of them.
- When Vertical Movement Becomes a Problem
Have you ever tried walking around while keeping your arm straight and perfectly still in front of you? It’s exceptionally hard to say the least. You’d be surprised how much your arm moves while walking and how difficult it can be to capture smooth shots without any vertical movement. A camera mount could make a big difference.
But, here’s the problem: mounts from OSMO can be pretty expensive, and you can’t always afford to spend hundreds of dollars and accessories. So, if you have a GoPro mount, you are in luck because it works just as well. There are also plenty of DIY solutions to get smoother shots without having to break the bank.
The suction cup mount from GoPro, for instance, is an excellent and reliable accessory. It has worked at high speed on boats, cars, and even helicopters (yes, you read that correctly – helicopters). And the best part, it costs less than $10.
- Accessories for Awesome Drone Photography
Do you know how amazing drone photography looks? Still shots, high-quality image, perfect focus, and smooth results. To achieve all this, you can invest in expensive OSMO accessories, or you can attach your GoPro mounts directly to the drone.
If you want to strap your OSMO to your bike, you can use this handlebar mount holder. It fits perfectly on bikes or motorcycles handlebars measuring up to 33 mm in diameter; it’s easy to install, and it costs less than $15.
When it comes to the world of real estate photography/videography, we’ve also used the Rolling Sliding Dolly Stabilizer for the Osmo. For just $36, you can have an unlimited length slider. Use the GO app to control framing and you can really get creative!
- Capture Great Sound
Although OSMO is a great tool to smooth away any shaky-handed shots, the sound quality is pretty terrible. That can turn to be problematic if you want to shoot a wedding ceremony or create a short movie.
If you want a quality tool that can allow you to capture interview audio or external audio, check out this Olympus ME-15 microphone. Small, light weighted, and affordable, this microphone can capture great sound without motor noise from the OSMO.
- Prolong Your Battery Life
The biggest limitation the OSMO has is its battery life. The lithium-ion unit lasts only about an hour, so you can’t plan an all-day shooting without some spare batteries at hand. You can find some at a really good price on Amazon.
DJI OSMO is truly and amazing tool for videographers. If you are looking to get professional-quality results, there’s no reason not to have it in your bag. However, you don’t have to spend big to take advantage of OSMO’s capabilities. Look for affordable options, shop smart and have fun!
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Webinar Replay: 5 Things to Know Before You Ever Fly Your New Drone So You Don’t Crash
Originally Aired:Monday, November 30, 2015 at 7 pm EST
With Black Friday having just ended, many of you may have got your first drone. Take it from us, because we’ve seen it all, you better know some important things before you fly it so you don’t crash it. In this webinar, we’ll be going through the most important things for you to know so you aren’t one of “those guys” who gets the drone, and almost immediately crashes it. Join us and we’ll make sure you’re flying safe this holiday season.
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Originally Aired:Monday, November 23, 2015 at 7 pm EST.
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Webinar Replay: 5 Things You Need to Remember When Flying in Cold Weather
Originally Aired:Monday, November 23, 2015 at 7 pm EST.
Now that the temperature for most of us has, unfortunately, turned much colder, it’s important to be reminded of things you need to be aware of when flying your drone. So in this week’s webinar, we’re going to cover the top 5 things to know, including all kinds of tips and tricks to keep you safe. Join us live and you’ll get your questions answered also. See you soon!”
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Webinar Replay: DJI Osmo Review – The Good. The Bad. Should You Get One?
Originally Aired: Monday, November 09, 2015 at 7 pm EST.
We were excited to get the new Osmo handheld gimbal camera from DJI almost immediately. We’ve been using it for various applications since, and now it’s time to go through what we’ve learned about it. We’ll not only cover what we think of it overall, but get into detail about the good and bad, how you can overcome some issues we’ve run into, the best accessories and if it’s more of a toy or tool. So join us for this fun and interesting webinar about the Osmo.
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