Smartphone Photo Studio for #3DBenchy and tiny stuff

[Creative Tools](https://www.creativetools.se/) Creative Tools supplies 3D printer and 3D scanner products incl filaments, accessories and support and also 3D software for leading CAD, modeling, animation, and rendering. #####DESCRIPTION This 3D-printable camera rig for smartphones is designed to create a repeatable way to photograph [#3DBenchy](http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:763622) models at fixed angle positions. An included turntable attachment makes it is also possible to record 360° videos. Please watch the video and visit the links below for assembly instructions and demonstration: - https://youtu.be/hlATeBRlB9E - http://wp.me/p6xTQ3-ek #####INTERACTIVE VR VIEW See in Sketchfab at https://skfb.ly/HYMW The base frame and phone shelf are easily adjustable to fit most common smartphone models. A sliding fixture holder allows for adjustment of the object-to-camera distance as well as the focus and framing of the image. A rubber-band-activated lever makes it easy to insert and remove the smartphone from the shelf and keeps it in place during photography. #####FIXTURES The following fixtures are included in this kit: - Vertical fixture for eight positions at 45° intervals (for #3DBenchy) - Horizontal fixture for top-bottom positions at 45° intervals (for #3DBenchy) - Crank-actuated rotary platform for recording 360° videos (for #3DBenchy) - Crank-actuated rotary platform for recording 360° videos (blank) - Blank fixture insert with center-hole for generic objects #####MOUNTING HOLES The frame components have holes through which the camera rig can be secured permanently on a flat surface. #####BACKGROUND PAPER A slot in the fixture holder can be used for mounting a sheet of paper which removes background clutter during photography. #####ILLUMINATION A universal holder for flashlights can be used to add key lights and improve the clarity of the photos. The files for the holder can be downloaded from: http://thingiverse.com/thing:1017689 #####LIGHT BOUNCERS A separate holder for sheets of paper is included which can be used as additional light bouncers. #####STL FILES AND BUILDPLATES All files in this camera rig can be downloaded as individual STL files and also as pre-packed ready-to-print build plates. These are available for two commonly used square and rectangular build-volume sizes - 200 x 200 x 115 mm and 230 x 150 x 115 mm. If your 3D printer can make objects of this size or larger, then you can 3D-print a full plate in one go. Otherwise all individual parts can be 3D-printed within 150 x 150 x 114 mm. #####OTHER USES Even though this rig is primarily designed to be used for photographing #3DBenchy specimens, it can nevertheless be used for taking photos of anything that fits in the camera's field of view. For this purpose the fixture insert is made available as a blank in both STEP and STL file formats. These can be easily adapted in your 3D/CAD software for holding items such as follows: - Stamps - Insects - Flowers - Leafs - Miniatures - Toy figurines - And anything else you can think of! During the development and testing phase of this rig, it became obvious that it also works as a stand for mobile phones. Just make yourself comfortable, place the rig on your belly and effortlessly watch your favourite videos. #####OPEN DESIGN This 3D-printable camera rig is released as an open design and we encourage you to 3D-print it and make improvements to best fit your personal use. If you re-publish the new files please give this project attribution. :) #####LEARN MORE Please visit http://3DBenchy.com to learn more about 3D printing Concept and 3D model by https://www.creativetools.se/ --- Background music in video by soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlas --- ####By Creative Tools [Home](https://www.creativetools.se/) - [YouTube](http://youtube.com/creativetools) - [Things](http://www.thingiverse.com/CreativeTools/designs) - [#3DBenchy](http://www.3DBenchy.com) - [Twitter](http://twitter.com/CreativeTools) - [Facebook](http://facebook.com/creativetools) - [Instructables](http://www.instructables.com/member/CreativeTools?show=INSTRUCTABLES) - [Instagram](http://instagram.com/creative_tools) - [Pinterest](http://pinterest.com/creativetools) - [Flickr](https://www.flickr.com/photos/creative_tools/) - [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/creative-tools)