DIY
How to 3D-Print a Versatile Leica M Mount for The Insta360 Go
You may know Markus Hofstätter for some of his amazing large-format photography projects, as well as vintage camera and lens repairs and uses. However, he…
Adapt a Sutton Water Filled Lens to Your Mirrorless Camera
Bundled inside the Lomography LomoMod No.1 cardboard camera kit (read our review here) is a completely self-contained lens system. Aperture, shutter mechanism, shutter speed adjustment,…
Twist and Shout: Build a “Physically” Interactive Photographic Display
Turn your living room into a first-class photographic museum by installing an interactive display. No, this isn’t one of those “dime-a-dozen” convert a discarded digital…
Watch 3D Holograms on Your Smartphone with This Easy DIY Setup
Did you know you can turn a regular smartphone into a 3D holographic display. The future is now, people! In his recent video, James from…
How to make your own DIY optical waist-level viewfinder for any camera
Waist-level viewfinders aren’t all that common in photography today. In fact, most people coming into photography in the last decade may not even know what…
How to Make Your Own Studio-Quality Mic for Only $20
I’ve been following Andrei Gabriel (AKA Electronoobs) on YouTube for quite a few years now. As an electronics hobbyist, it’s one of my go-to YouTube…
ID your friends with a palm-sized DIY AI camera
Welcome to the brave new world of Artificial Intelligence (AI) photography. What’s all of the hubbub about AI photography? Is it just another tool resting…
How to build vertical GoPro mounts for photography
GoPro cameras have revolutionized the way we capture action-packed moments. Originally designed for sports enthusiasts to record their adventures, these compact cameras are built for…
Build a pint-sized Santa snooper camera from just 2 simple components
Now you can stay comfortably nestled snuggly in your bed, while visions of Santa’s visit dance on your smartphone, instead. Building a full-featured “Santa Snooper”…
This DIY camera blends technology with ancient legends
For Alireza Rostami, photography is more than capturing light—it’s about crafting tools that bridge the past and the present, and use up what seemingly can’t…