Camera Mounts

GoPro Helmet Mounts: A Few Good Recommendations

There are lots of places to mount a GoPro.  We typically concentrate on mounts for vehicles, today we are looking at a different mounting purpose.  GoPro helmet mounts seemed strange to me when these action cameras first came out.  I didn’t think anyone would want to put anything on their helmet.  I was wrong. Today, there are many different types of GoPro helmet mounts.  Some use the weatherproof case that comes with the GoPro, others use the 1/4″ – 20 threaded tripod screw hole on the bottom of the GoPro without the weatherproof case.  I suggest using the weatherproof case. … Read more



How to Mount a GoPro to a Bow

Mounting a GoPro to a Bow.  It’s not difficult.  You just need the proper parts. In this article, we look at the parts needed to effectively mount a GoPro to a bow. The first thing that’s important is whether you plan to use the weatherproof case on your GoPro while it’s mounted to the bow.  That’s what determines the type of mount.  We recommend using the weatherproof case.  It offers additional protection from weather elements as well as accidental drops.  Most of our mount recommendations use the weatherproof case but a few can use the tripod hole on the bottom … Read more



Alternative Mounts for the GoPro HERO Session and HERO5 Session

The GoPro HERO Session and GoPro HERO5 Session are the latest in a series of smaller action cameras introduced by GoPro.  The major difference between these two cameras is video quality.  The lower priced GoPro HERO Session delivers 1440p video where the GoPro HERO5 Session shoots 4K video. The GoPro HERO Session and GoPro HERO5 Session are the same size and get mounted the same way.  When we refer to the GoPro HERO Session, all of our mounting comments equally apply to the GoPro HERO5 Session. The GoPro HERO Session comes with a few mounting accessories packaged in the box with … Read more



GoPro Fishing Rod Mounts and Attachments

A GoPro is great for catching almost any action.  Why should fishing be any different?  Seeing the point of view action from the fishing rod when there’s action is pretty amazing.  This isn’t something you can do with a smartphone.  You need a good action camera like a GoPro.  Today, we’re looking at GoPro fishing rod mounts and attachments. I thought the subject of GoPro fishing rod mounts and attachments would be a fairly easy one to research.  Turns out I was wrong.  There are few, if any, GoPro fishing rod mounts that are specifically made for this purpose.  Many … Read more



Mounts and Stands for the Samsung Gear 360 Camera

The Samsung Gear 360 camera is a great camera from a company that has a history of innovative products besides cool phones.  This 360-degree camera allows a 360 complete capture at the push of a button.  The Samsung Gear 360 mounting option is enabled using an industry standard 1/4″ – 20 threaded screw hole.  This screw hole is common to a tripod as well as many camera mounts. The Samsung Gear 360 weighs in at a little less than six ounces.  That’s fairly light but the camera itself isn’t fairly inexpensive so choose a mount that is well made and will … Read more



Mounts and Tripods for the 360fly Camera

The 360Fly camera is currently available in two different models.  Both models share a common mounting method which is enabled with a 1/4″ – 20 threaded screw hole.  This screw hole is common to a tripod as well as most camera mounts. The 360Fly isn’t the lightest camera in the world nor is it the least expensive.  Use a heavy duty mount that’s made to hold the camera steadily and reliably. Let’s look at some mounts and tripods for the 360fly Camera. Care for a basic tripod?  Consider the Ravelli APLT4 61-inch Light Weight Aluminum Tripod With Bag which works fine with … Read more