We Built a DIY Camera Dolly… Here’s What It Can Do

We built a DIY camera dolly for under $300 to see if you can get smooth, cinematic shots without expensive gear. In this video, we go step by step through the build, then put it to the test with real filmmaking shots. If you’ve ever wanted a Dana Dolly but didn’t want to spend thousands, this might be the solution. Perfect for low budget filmmaking, indie filmmakers, and content creators looking for smooth camera movement. Our cinema products: https://nomadcinemagear.com/ Check out our website: https://www.nomadproductions.ca/ Follow us on our socials! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomad_productions_official/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550884847855 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nomad_productions Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:44 - Tools and Materials 1:15 - Dolly Head 4:55 - Dolly Rails 7:16 - Light Stands 8:15 - Using the Dolly 9:50 - Conclusion Files for the DIY Dana Dolly: https://nomadcinemagear.com/products/diy-dana-dolly-stl-files-digital-download Everything you need: Tools needed: Affordable 3D printer: https://amzn.to/3QGibOl Best low budget 3D printer: https://tinyurl.com/3w8ummsv Screwdriver with bits: https://amzn.to/48zftjKb Electric Drill: https://amzn.to/4ug00gO Drill Bits: https://amzn.to/4n929sA Jig Saw: https://amzn.to/4t9pr2C Pliers Set: https://amzn.to/4t934KO Sand Paper: https://amzn.to/4ulA17G Super Glue: https://amzn.to/48BUYTA Insert Tool for Threaded Inserts: https://amzn.to/4djGSc0 Materials needed: Bookshelf speaker stands: https://amzn.to/4cTYlGF 2KG PETG Filament: https://amzn.to/4cXUTuS 2x2 Feet of 5/8-inch thick MDF or Plywood 8x Skateboard wheels with bearings: https://amzn.to/4tNbLvv 2x 4 feet long 1-inch aluminium square tubing 10x M8 x 50mm button head screws: https://amzn.to/4uoD6nD 8x M8 nuts: https://amzn.to/3Pf5Tfm 28x ¼ - 20 x 6mm threaded inserts: https://amzn.to/4tOqXZk 20x 1-inch long, ¼ - 20 button head screws: https://amzn.to/3QHXvFO 22x ¼ - 20 nuts: https://amzn.to/42Gq4WB 8x ¼ washers: https://amzn.to/4mYUAUY 6x 1 ¼-inch long, ¼ - 20 hex head screws: https://amzn.to/3QX91No