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    The axiiio nano is a complete compact, modular and expandable motion control system
    Nov 10, 2020 John Aldred

    It looks like there’s a new player in the world of motion control. The axiiio nano has today launched on Kickstarter with a new modular…

    The Zeapon Micro 2 is the best compact Slider on the market
    Oct 8, 2020 Adam Frimer

    Sliders are an essential tool for filmmakers. They help us get those super silky smooth shots that even a gimbal can’t. The problem is finding…

    This DIY kit wants to be the Lego of motion control
    Sep 23, 2020 Dunja Đuđić

    If you’d like to add some movement to your videos, there are plenty of ways to do it (including plenty of DIY methods). But here’s…

    Still the best motorised mini slider I’ve tried – Smartta SliderMini 2
    Aug 18, 2020 John Aldred

    The SliderMini 2 is Smartta’s latest iteration of the SliderMini, its small form factor motorised slider. It’s largely the same as the original and you…

    Smartta’s back with the SliderMini 2 – more power, battery life and (finally) speed ramping
    Jul 1, 2020 John Aldred

      When Smartta announced the original SliderMini camera slider in 2018, we were all quite excited. It was launched on Indiegogo and for what they…

    Use this simple trick to turn your tripod into a vertical slider
    May 11, 2020 Dunja Đuđić

    There are a few ways to make your own horizontal slider. But if you need a vertical one, you can just grab your tripod. In…

    Here’s how to light and shoot cinematic Apple-like product commercials
    Feb 20, 2020 John Aldred

    When it comes to product photography, there are a lot of brands out there who keep a very consistent look and feel to their promotional…

    How to blend time with motion control from planning to post production
    Feb 6, 2020 John Aldred

    Motion control is one of the most fascinating topics of photography and filmmaking for me. It combines several of my favourite subjects. Photography, electronics, engineering…

    The Moza Slypod – Gimmick or a valuable tool for filmmakers?
    Nov 7, 2019 John Aldred

    The world was introduced to the Moza Slypod in grand fashion at NAB 2019 earlier this year. We went to the Gudsen stand to check…

    Axibo is the world’s first AI-powered camera slider
    Sep 20, 2019 Dunja Đuđić

    A motorized camera slider is a commonly used tool in filmmaking, but Toronto-based company Axibo Media wanted to take it to a new level. They…