2013General Discussion forum
Micro gimbal stabilizer for GoPro cameras using 3D printing technology
13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- A two-axis gimbal stabilizer for GoPro cameras can be built using brushless motor technology derived from multicopter electronics, weighing approximately 300 grams including camera and battery
- The gimbal design allows 360-degree rotation and mounting flexibility to work with standard GoPro mounts and accessories
- Open-source gimbal designs for GoPro cameras already exist in the market, and component costs can be kept under $250 when sourced directly from 3D printing services
- GoPro's business model focuses on consumer products rather than professional accessories, with professional and industry sales representing less than 1% of total revenue
Depends on
- The prototype described uses two-axis stabilization rather than three-axis, and the designer expressed a preference for two-axis systems for this application
- The gimbal design does not include all custom software features like majestic mode available in professional systems such as the MoVi
- The thread discusses only testing and prototype phases with limited demonstration footage
- GoPro's approach to professional market penetration at expos was contested by participants