Platypod for Livestream

Thanks to Covid-19, essentially my entire workflow changed! The way I had been working in my office quickly flipped. Instead of filming in the field & editing in the office, I switched gears & turned to doing livestream interviews & meetings. Of course, I already had the desktop dialed in, & unfortunately with my ideal set up, it didn’t allow for a great camera angle. A quality image for livestreams is the goal, so I had to figure something else out. I needed to be able to see screens without looking too far away from camera, which also meant rearranging my desk.

Due to the position of my desk, I really couldn’t squeeze a tripod of any sort in behind, which led to the winner winner chicken dinner The Platypod Max coming into play. For those who’ve never heard of the Platypod before, it is a camera stabilizer with a variety of accessories that allow you to mount it almost anywhere!

The Platypod Max was the perfect thing to rig my Sony Fs5 between my monitors with the 16-35 GM. Using a super clamp & articulating arm to lock it into the desk was key for ensuring it wouldn’t shift at all. While I would normally carry their Ultra in my travel kit for its smaller size & lighter weight, the Max was clearly better suited for the larger Fs5. 

Have you ever used the Platypod Max? Who would have thought I would have to use it to Livestream so much! Let’s hear some of your reviews in the comments.

If you want a more convenient way to set up your camera…. get the Platypod Max here