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Glide Gear OH50 Overhead Photo and Video Camera Boom Pole

BH #GLOH50 • MFR #OH 50
 41 reviews
Glide Gear OH50 Overhead Photo and Video Camera Boom Pole
Key Features
  • Enable Cameras to Be Suspended Overhead
  • Adjustable Arm Length: 21 to 36"
  • Constructed from 6061 Aluminum
  • 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 Tripod Mountable
The OH50 Overhead Photo and Video Camera Boom Pole from Glide Gear is compatible with most tripods on the market with a load capacity of 10 lb or more. The overhead boom pole attaches via its dual 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 threaded mounts, and it enables your camera to be suspended over the subject whether you're shooting tabletop or macro photography or a video. The adjustable length of the pole is between 21 to 36 inches, and a counterweight can be added to stabilize the pole. In addition, a phone adapter and ball head are included.
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Glide Gear OH 50 Overview

The OH50 Overhead Photo and Video Camera Boom Pole from Glide Gear is compatible with most tripods on the market with a load capacity of 10 lb or more. The overhead boom pole attaches via its dual 1/4"-20 or 3/8"-16 threaded mounts, and it enables your camera to be suspended over the subject whether you're shooting tabletop or macro photography or a video. The adjustable length of the pole is between 21 to 36 inches, and a counterweight can be added to stabilize the pole. In addition, a phone adapter and ball head are included.

The boom pole is constructed from 6061 aluminum, and it has an adjustable length between 21 and 36 inches
The pole enables your camera to suspend over the subject
Via its 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threaded mounts, it can mount to a tripod with a load capacity of 10 lb or more
A counterweight can be added to stabilize the pole with heavier cameras
UPC: 712038686667

Glide Gear OH 50 Specs

Material of Construction6061 aluminum
ColorBlack
Adjustable Length21-36" (53.3-91.4 cm)
Threaded Mount1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16
Dimensions20 x 5 x 5" (50.8 x 12.7 x 12.7 cm)
Weight1 lb (453.6 g)
Packaging Info
Package Weight2.9 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)25.3 x 4 x 2.9"

Glide Gear OH 50 Reviews

Helped with overhead video

By Ryan
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-04-14

It works for what I wanted, but I will say the build quality feels a bit on the low side, particularly the handles and ball head. Not bad for the price, but I wouldn't load this up with more than a camera, definitely not anything rigged out and heavy. I'll probably look for a more robust solution down the road, but this works for now.

Solid product

By Jillian
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2022-04-26

Product arrived 5 weeks after I ordered as it was back ordered, but it looks to be worth the wait. I'm using it for filming overhead shots for art/illustration videos using my phone. It does become a little unstable/would require a weight if fully extended but so far so good!

Illustrator Phone Video Content

By Ashley
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-22

Needed an overhead pole to capture working on illustrations and content for my small business. It works well but slightly too heavy for my tripod. If I extend it past a certain point the pole slides down, maybe this could be resolved with a sand bag? Overall works as advertised, even with a iPhone!

HEAVY DUTY

By Kenneth
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-11

The OH50 allows the camera/bar to be horizontally positioned for overhead/top-down photo and video shots. Perfect for product photography and how-to videos. The mounting sled can be mounted to tripods with 1/4 20 and 3/8 screws. The mounting sled also has 2 1/4 20 holes for mounting lights and monitors. The smartphone holder and ball head allow for a full range of camera/ smartphone angles. Adjustable length and counterweight holder allows for extra stable smooth shots! Recommended for tripods/ stands with payloads of 10lbs or more. For best results, mount the OH50 on a tripod that is securely seated on a tabletop that you are filming. Use the ball head to adjust the orientation of your shot. For cameras without an articulating screen, we recommend using a monitor to frame your shot.

Game changer

By Sherri
Rated 5 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-10

This product has been a game changer for my photography. It's allowed me to create stop motion videos with ease, has completely simplified the setup for flat lay photos, and makes it a snap to do overhead videos of demonstrations.

Not a quality item

By Michael
Rated 1 out of 5
Date: 2021-12-08

My best guess is that this was originally designed to hold a phone. Then they decided to throw in a DSLR mount to sell more of them. There is no way you should put your expensive camera & lens at the end of this. There is no stability. You have to put this on a sturdy, wide-stance tripod (so it won't tip over), mount your valuable camera & lens on the end and then wait for it to stop bouncing in mid-air. The counter-weights would only counter a small phone (if that). The only reason this thing sells at all is simply because there is not an affordable, sturdy, overhead mount option available. And yes, as some have mentioned, the pole comes right out as you extended it, so be ready to catch your camera & lens in mid air. Honestly, I would recommend the Impact Aluminum Mid-Range Boom Arm (it's sturdier and has a hook to hang weights from) and add a ball-head attached to the end. Roughly same price. Sending mine back because I can't support a company that puts my equipment at risk. Don't think B&H should be selling this (or allowing the image that shows large counter-weight which does not exist and and there's no way to mount one if it did).

Very cheaply made

By Brian
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2022-11-13

If you want to consider this for use with a phone, I'd say it's a decent option. For a mirror less or other larger body I wouldn't trust it one bit. It felt very wobbly and unstable. I returned mine.

Simple. It works.

By John
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-07-29

It works. the knob tightening operation for each of the three knobs is substandard but workable if you fiddle with them.

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I want to use an ipad or tablet for video shot ...

I want to use an ipad or tablet for video shot from overhead. Is there an holder that will work with this boom?
Asked by: liz
Yes, click the link below to view the options; https://bhpho.to/31J22f1
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-08-31

Can the phone adapter be used vertically?

Can the phone adapter be used vertically?
Asked by: Olivia
Yes, the phone adapter included with the Glide Gear OH-50 Overhead Photo and Video Camera Boom Pole can be set vertically just by adjust the ball head.
Answered by: Kirk
Date published: 2022-06-29

Is there a way to mount a light onto the device ...

Is there a way to mount a light onto the device to illuminate the object underneath? Don't necessarily need a big fancy light, I am photographing rock and mineral specimens. Just trying to avoid shadows and glare and bringing out the natural beauty with a macro lens.
Asked by: Michael
There are no holes or mounting points to attach something to the pole (other than the ball head for the camera). No suitable accessories are shown on the manufacturer's web site either (glidegear.net). Perhaps a gorrilla pod or some clamps will do the trick.
Answered by: Paul
Date published: 2023-03-21

For the counter weight, I see any standard ...

For the counter weight, I see any standard dumbbell can be used - would that be a dumbbell for tripods? Please explain.
Asked by: Rachelle
Any standard dumbbell would do , You would mount on the Glide Gear
Answered by: vilson
Date published: 2021-02-25

can this pole hold a canon xf400? thanks

can this pole hold a canon xf400? thanks
Asked by: Jonatan
The screw is so short I'd be worried to load a camera that big.
Answered by: Victor
Date published: 2020-04-10

question

I want to use this with a Canon 5D Mark IV for table top photography. Will this handle the weight of the camera and macro lens?
Asked by: Lawrence B.
Yes, the Glide Gear OH50 Overhead Photo and Video Camera Boom Pole would be able to support the weight of the Canon EOS 5D Mark IV DSLR Camera and a macro lens for tabletop photography usage needs, though you may wish to use a counterweight on the opposite end of the boom pole.
Answered by: Manzell L.
Date published: 2018-08-27

Will this hold an iPhone or do I need an ...

Will this hold an iPhone or do I need an additional part?
Asked by: Jacob
You will need a camera mounting plate or iPhone holder that screws on to the end of the pole. The end of this boom pole is an adjustable ball joint with a screw. I have an inexpensive plastic iPhone holder, with a spring that adjusts to hold my phone, and I just screw that onto the end. Btw, if you attach a regular camera, I find that you will need more weight on the opposite end to balance it. I use a bag of marbles :). Just saying that the weights that come with the pole aren't heavy enough to balance a full-sized camera. Hope this helps!
Answered by: Roger
Date published: 2020-10-24

Is this only the horizontal arm, or does it ...

Is this only the horizontal arm, or does it include a tripod?
Asked by: Joshua
This is just the arm.
Answered by: Rob
Date published: 2020-08-27
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