Mildly Disabled
Jan 22, 2014 11:24:12 #
thombar,
I can still walk, but need a cane.
I take hundreds of varied photos in my own yard with a close up lens. I find an interesting subject every few feet. I can take some stunning (I think) shots with an inexpensive screw on lens on my 18-55mm.
Just another way to enjoy photography.
Best regards,
Janko
I can still walk, but need a cane.
I take hundreds of varied photos in my own yard with a close up lens. I find an interesting subject every few feet. I can take some stunning (I think) shots with an inexpensive screw on lens on my 18-55mm.
Just another way to enjoy photography.
Best regards,
Janko
Jan 22, 2014 11:42:59 #
Jan 22, 2014 11:57:28 #
sueyeisert
Loc: New Jersey
I think Bryan Peterson recommend that.
mooseeyes wrote:
I do not work from a scooter or wheelchair; however, I do have and love a Bogen Magic Arm. Bought this new over 20 years ago and is just plum handy. Do an internet search.
Jan 22, 2014 12:08:10 #
Hi Thombar - I've been in a wheelchair 26 years (paralyzed from a motorcycle accident), been into photography about 15 years now. My sense of balance is limited, my shoulders gave out on me 4 years ago and I had to get an electric wheelchair. I used to use a Canon XTi with zoom lenses but got a Canon SX40 which gave me more range to shoot so I can get what I can't get to. As long as your hands are pretty steady you might think about getting something along the lines of an SX40 or SX50. The range is incredible and the picture quality is fantastic. Something to think about.
Jan 22, 2014 12:36:50 #
Bryn
Loc: Connecticut
Have been in a power w/c for many years but still go to watch my grandkids playing sports any taking pictures.
I use a DSLR with a zoom lens so the lens can "do the walking"
because I can't. I have found that a monopod is very useful to stabilize the camera and with the adjustable leg it can fit on my cushion or on the w/c footrests or even the floor
I use a DSLR with a zoom lens so the lens can "do the walking"
because I can't. I have found that a monopod is very useful to stabilize the camera and with the adjustable leg it can fit on my cushion or on the w/c footrests or even the floor
Jan 22, 2014 14:42:22 #
Hi Mooseeyes: Bet you're a Vet too. USMC? Semper Fi, bro!
Thanks for the tip, I'll check it out.
Thanks for the tip, I'll check it out.
Jan 22, 2014 14:46:23 #
Would just like to thank everyone for the great support I have found on this site. I've never submitted a question I didn't get an answer to almost immediately. This is a great group of people!
Jan 22, 2014 15:01:29 #
Alaska Dave
Loc: Anchorage, Alaska
Hi Thombar, when I saw the photo from SX2002 it popped into my head maybe something like a tree arm would work just great, its what I have used for years while hunting bear, deer etc while up in a tree and running a pro video camera.
In short its an arm that folds up and allows the video guy steady platform for HDV Video (TV Quality) it has multiple joints that are super quiet and smooth to put the camera in most any direction you need to for the shot. I attach mine around a tree trunk with 2 cinch straps, having different weight ratings for smaller or larger cameras. I have to assume it could be clamped or bolted to a wheelchair without many problems, call the business and ask about doing that, I happened to get my last one from www.huntercamcradle.com I believe it was just under $500 but that is for a heavy duty arm for a big camera. Hope that helps some and gives you at least one more option to look into. Have Fun!! Dave
In short its an arm that folds up and allows the video guy steady platform for HDV Video (TV Quality) it has multiple joints that are super quiet and smooth to put the camera in most any direction you need to for the shot. I attach mine around a tree trunk with 2 cinch straps, having different weight ratings for smaller or larger cameras. I have to assume it could be clamped or bolted to a wheelchair without many problems, call the business and ask about doing that, I happened to get my last one from www.huntercamcradle.com I believe it was just under $500 but that is for a heavy duty arm for a big camera. Hope that helps some and gives you at least one more option to look into. Have Fun!! Dave
Jan 22, 2014 16:34:01 #
Thombar wrote:
Hi Chapjohn:
Now that sounds like a plan. Would you have any suggestions as to mounting devices? I have a basket on my scooter but should be able to rig something like a tripod mount to actually hold the camera.
Now that sounds like a plan. Would you have any suggestions as to mounting devices? I have a basket on my scooter but should be able to rig something like a tripod mount to actually hold the camera.
Saw one on Amazon yesterday.
Jan 22, 2014 18:08:48 #
Jan 22, 2014 18:29:14 #
Gee, I thought I was the only one that used a wheeled walker and didn't want to mention it. There are some very interesting replies on this thread and I, for one, am making notes. Thanks to all who responded with some ideas. I am sure Thombar got some really good ideas from this thread.
Jan 22, 2014 22:34:27 #
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Jan 22, 2014 22:49:55 #
Love the comedic break. Either that or someone "stepped into it"...up to their eyeballs!!
Jan 23, 2014 00:39:03 #
Bolt a flange to the floor of your scooter and put a short piece of pipe in it. Then stick your monopod in it. Make it short enough that you can move the pod back and forth. Being handicapped is just another challenge... use it to your advantage.... keep on clikin'
Don Treadwell
Don Treadwell
Jan 23, 2014 03:04:06 #
DTCOP wrote:
Bolt a flange to the floor of your scooter and put a short piece of pipe in it. Then stick your monopod in it. Make it short enough that you can move the pod back and forth. Being handicapped is just another challenge... use it to your advantage.... keep on clikin'
Don Treadwell
Don Treadwell
Well said, I always think of myself as being differently-abled :D
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