Building a Rock Solid Copy Stand on a BUDGET

Improve your film scanning workflow with a DIY copy stand. Using basic hardware store components along with repurposed materials and some common tools, I'll show you how I built a high quality copy stand for about $45 (or around $90 if buying everything new). Perfect for photographers looking to scan film at home without breaking the bank. I'll walk you through the entire build process, from choosing materials to final assembly, with budget-friendly alternatives for those without access to a wood shop. Whether you're just getting into film photography or looking to upgrade your scanning setup, this project will save you money while delivering great results. I recommend trying to find an old tripod or other scrap materials to make this as inexpensive as possible. Parts I used in my build: SmallRig Clamp: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DG5NZZWQ Wax Finish: https://www.amazon.com/Renaissance-XT... Pipe fittings I used. Make sure to get correct size for your chosen pipe 3/4" Floor Flange: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southland... 3/4" cap: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Southland... See photo gear recommendations below for the scanning light and film holders I use I will not be linking parts that I mentioned but didn't use. I only want to recommend specific products I have first hand experience with. It's easy to track these things down on amazon or at your local hardware store. ------------------------------------------------------------ Looking to learn how to improve your photography? Checkout my Photography Made Simple Playlist:    • Learn Depth of Field in 6 Minutes (With Re...   Shoot film? checkout my film photography content. Checkout my film photography playlist:    • Can You Make a Camera in 1 Hour? I Tried!   Follow me on Instagram for more photography content: Instagram:   / never_fstop   -------------------------------------------------------------- Photo & Video Gear Recommendations My Film Scanning Setup: https://bhpho.to/42Y8iia My Everyday Carry : https://bhpho.to/4gU3Cj0 BW Film Dev Kit: https://bhpho.to/3VOmSoC Dehancer - Photo & Video Film Emulation: Save 10% with code - NFS10 https://www.dehancer.com/ Audiio - Royalty Free Music Use my link: https://audiio.com/partner?oid=1&affi... and save 70% on your first year of audio pro with code - SAVE70 Affiliate Links and Codes: All linked products and deals are things I personally tested out and recommend. Save some money while supporting the channel. Note I may earn a small commission when you use these codes or links. --------------------------------------------------------------