# Handheld Camera Mounts This Convenient Camera Mount Works With the DJI Inspire 1 Drone Camera By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-01-19 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handheld-camera-mount References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/dji-inspire-1-handheld-camera-mount/35645/) & [dji](http://www.dji.com/product/inspire-1) The [DJI](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-ronin-4d) Inspire 1 is a handheld camera mount used with the Inspire 1 camera, that allows for mounting after being removed from the drone. This contraption is designed to make it possible for Inspire 1 owners to use a single camera for aerial shots and shooting by hand. The DJI Inspire 1 handheld camera mount device is equipped with buttons that enable users to control parameters such as shutter speed and shooting mode by using a companion app on the user's paired smartphone. This makes for a real-time viewfinder and additional camera controls. A [gimbal helps keep the camera steady](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gopro-fluid-pro-ai) and level as the user moves around. The device is still under development, which is why more detailed specs haven't been revealed. It will be released later this year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 23% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Handheld Camera Mounts:** The trend in camera technology is moving toward more versatile equipment that can be used in both aerial and handheld photography. - **Companion Apps for Camera Control:** As handheld camera mounts are equipped with companion apps that can control various aspects of the camera, companion app development has an opportunity for disruptive innovation. - **Gimbal Stabilization:** Gimbal technology in handheld camera mounts has created new opportunities for stabilization in photography and videography. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Camera and Photography Equipment:** The introduction of handheld camera mounts and versatile camera options has disrupted the photography and video equipment industry. - **Drone Technology:** As drone technology advances, handheld camera mounts have become a popular accessory, creating opportunities for innovation in the drone industry. - **Smartphone App Development:** As handheld camera mounts are often controlled through smartphone apps, the camera accessory industry has created opportunities for innovation in app development. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Miniature Light Camera Stabilizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rs-3.md) - [Pocket-Sized Gimbal Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-pocket-3.md) - [Flexible Videographer Camera Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-ronin-4d-flex.md) - [Quad-Mode Smartphone Stabilizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-mobile-6.md) - [AI-Powered Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/isteady-m7.md) - [Portable Stabilizing Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/djis-osmo-action-4.md) - [Magnetic Accessory Action Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-osmo-action-4.md) - [Hovering Selfie Drone Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/camera-x1.md) - [Subject-Tracking Touchscreen Gimbals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dji-rs-5.md)