Timelapse shooters delight! the Genie II is a 3-Axis motorised timelapse delight

When SYRP first introduced the Genie in 2012, we did not quite know how to swallow this new animal. It was a motorized panning head, but it had a wire-wrapping function that allowed to travel great distances, creating some very interesting results. Ever since SYRP evolved the system to include a second motor, a pan-tilt head a Cable Cam and a complete eco-system in general.

Now, the company is releasing their second version of the Genie – Genie II, and I have to say it makes a lot of sense.

The two most notable things are integrating PAN and TILT into a single unit. I mean, you could always kinda pan and tilt with the Genie, but it was a cumbersome solution involving a big bracket and two Genie minis. No,w this function seems a lot more mature and integrated.

The other big thing is that SYRP is bringing their app control (bluetooth) to the main unit. I have not seen the app yet, but I assume it will be similar to the app that drives the mini which is pretty easy to use.

It’s not a surprise that the kit will support the recently announced “infinite” SYRP Magic Carpet.

The new Genie boasts an impressive array of features:

• Load capacity of 7.9lb (~3.5 kg)
• Multiple recording modes – Time-lapse, video and panorama and more
• Full keyframe setup for both Timelapse and Video
• Automated Bulb Ramping Time-lapse (added via firmware update)
• Joystick driven Live Movement Control
• Swappable battery packs
• Full Wireless Camera Control (added via firmware update)
• Live View Mode (added via firmware update)
• Compiled Time-lapse preview (added via firmware update)
• Universal slider, dolly, and cable cam compatibility
• App Control on iOS and Android
• Colour LCD for simple setup control (Genie II Pan Tilt)
• Patent pending Quick Release System
• USB-C, BLE & Wifi connection
• Patented rope drive for endless tracking
• Heavy lifting and fast moving
• Multi-camera support

Depending on the kit you buy, prepare to depart with $899.00 (Linear),  $1,599.00 (Motorized Pan/Tilt Head), or $2,498.00 (3-Axis Kit). According to SYRP,  shipping is expected in June.