A C Stand is one of the most useful things you can have in your setup, and they’re excellent for setting up simple, easy overhead camera angles. Hopefully this video will help you to see and understand what C Stands are outstanding.

•Flashpoint CStand (the listing pictures no longer show the 1/4 20 and 3/8 mounts on the arm. I don’t know if they’ve changed since I bought mine):
https://geni.us/Z40Y (Amazon)

•Arm w/ screw mounts, just in case:
https://www.adorama.com/fplsca40.html

•GlideGear Overhead Rig:
https://geni.us/WgQs (Amazon)

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Why C Stands Are Awesome:
   • Let's Talk About CStands! A Super Un...  

GlideGear Overhead Rig Video:
   • Set Up the Perfect Overhead Camera An...  

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⏱ Chapter Markers:
0:00 C and underSTAND
0:48 My Overhead Camera Setup
2:38 Why Use A C Stand?
4:07 C Stand Safety
5:51 How To Mount Your Camera
9:34 Other Awesome Things About C Stands

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Episode 328: The Easiest Overhead Camera Rig