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1. Camera Slider Track Dolly Slider Rail System with Motorized Time Lapse and Video Shot Follow Focus Shot and 120 Degree Panoramic Shooting 31" 80cm
Feature
-Electric camera slider 6 in 1 with tracking shooting, panoramic shooting, time lapse, video capture, free set starting point and ending point-For fixed point shooting, you can adjust the red knob on both sides of the slider to the upper left corner and the lower right corner
-For 120 degrees Panorama shooting, slide the red knob on both sides of the camera slider to the lower left corner and the upper right corner
-Set the starting and ending points as needed, the sliding speed, the dwell time, the sliding distance, the pause time, the number of pictures etc.
-The sides and the middle of the more than 1/4 "and 3/8" screw holes can be installed on the tripod to Support multiple angles
Description
Enter GVM camera slider to view the product feature video immediately on YouTubeElectric video shot according to your needs to set the starting point a, the ending point b, speed (1% -100%)automatically round trip (or stop) (save 80% of the time)
(support for tracking shooting and 120 Degree panoramic shooting)
Time lapse shooting according to your needs to set the starting point a, the ending point b, speed (1% -100%)automatically round trip (or stop)
Slip speed: 1%-100%
Slip interval: 0.1 - 999.9, stop time: 0.1-999.99, photo number: 1 - 9999
Auto loop yes or no (support for tracking shooting and 120 Degree panoramic shooting) silent motor newly developed silent motor makes it earlier for the operation of interviews shooting and post-production.
Carbon fiber slider using 8 layers of carbon fiber. Easy and light to carry, mute, stable no trembling, smooth.
Specifications
Product properties: Motorized mode
Size: 31.8inch
Power current: 4W/ 400mA
sliding time: the fastest 11.4 seconds/ the slowest 123 seconds (video mode) fastest 114 seconds/ slowest 22 minutes 30 seconds (time lapse) electric moving speed: fastest 1.6 s/ min slowest 0.77 s/ min (video mode speed)
Slide length: 29inch
Slide rail weight: 5pound
Load-bearing: 11 pounds
Package list:
-1x Motorized slider
-1 x controller
-1 x battery
-1 x battery charger
-1 x controller connection line
-6 x shutter link
-1 x shutter extension line
-1 x carrying bag
2. StudioFX 40" Pro DSLR Camera Slider Dolly Track Video Stabilizer by Kaezi
Feature
Length: 40" - Max load 15lbsVery Smooth Ball Bearing Slide System
Includes 3/8" and 1/4" Mounting screw
Includes carrying case
mobilize any movie camera, video camera, digital camera or other piece of equipment
Description
This 40" Slider is the quietest, smoothest and most versatile camera slider on the market. It allows you to mobilize any movie camera, video camera, digital camera or other piece of equipment. As you slide the camera across the slider and take pictures, each picture is seeing the subject at a different angle. This professional camera slider provides shake free stability & Support to Cameras while shooting.
Product Features
- Very Smooth Ball Bearing Slide System
- Made of Aluminum Steel Body with bubble level.
- Length: 40" - Max load 15lbs
- Includes 3/8" and 1/4" Mounting screw
- Quick and easy to setup with carrying case
Whats Included?
- 1 pc High Quality Slider
- 1 pc Carrying Bag
3. Movo Photo MTP-11 Motorized Panoramic Time Lapse Tripod Head with Variable Speed, Time and Direction with Built-in Rechargeable Battery - for DSLR Cameras, GoPro and Smartphones
Feature
**NEWEST VERSION** Now supports cameras up to 4.4 LBS (2KG), Includes USB Charger, Carrying Case, & GoPro/Smartphone AdaptersCreates professional time lapses on a budget
Step-motor features variable speed, angle and direction control, 6 Hour rechargeable battery, USB charging cable
1/4" Male Mounting Threads on Top, 1/4" FemaleMounting Threads on Bottom
1 Year Warranty
Description
The Movo Photo MTP-11 Motorized Panoramic Time Lapse Tripod Head attaches between a slider/tripod and camera and enables you to create professional time lapses on a budget. On board controls allow you to select pan rotation angle (15, 30, 45, 60, 90, 180 & 360) speed (5, 15, 30 or 60 minute rotations) and direction (clockwise and counter-clockwise). Includes a high quality motor to smoothly operate in horizontal and vertical orientations at adjustable speeds. The MTP-11 has a 6 hour rechargeable battery which charges up with included USB charging cable. The head supports payloads up to 4.4 lb (2kg). The mounting points are a 1/4" tripod mount thread underneath and a 1/4" camera mount stud above.Specifications
Construction: Aluminum
Camera Mounting Thread: Male 1/4"-20
Tripod Mounting Thread: Female 1/4"-20
Max Load Capacity (Horizontal/30 Slope): 4.4 lbs (2kg)
Max Load Capacity (Vertical/Upside Down): 3.3 lbs (1.5kg)
Motor Type: Step Motor
Battery Capacity: 1200mAh (approximately 6 hours with 2.2 lb (1kg) load
Battery Charge Time: Approximately 8 hours
Dimensions: 3.5 x 3.5 x 2.5" (8.9 x 8.9 x 6.3cm)
Weight: 17.6 oz (500g)
What's in the box
1) MTP-11 Timelapse Head
2) Carrying Case
3) USB Charging Cable
4) Smartphone Tripod Mount Adapter for all phones up to 2.8 to 3.5 inches wide
5) GoPro Tripod Mount Adapter
6) User Guide
4. Electric Camera Slider,ASHANKS Carbon Fiber 0.8m/2.6ft Motorized Timelapse Photography Slider Silent Stepper Motor Camcorder Tracking Shooting Follow Focus Video Slider for Interview
Feature
0.8m/2.6ft electric control slider with standard 3/8" screw for various DSLR camera, Canon DSLR cameras & camcorders.If you want to place your camera on this camera slider,you need purchase a ball head yourself,to match with the 1/4 screw hole on the bottom of the camera.Please note:The camera and tripod ball head are NOT included in the pacakge,only sell the camera slider.Electric camera slider with tracking shooting, Time lapse, video capture, free set starting point and end point, automatic cycle(Support electric manual switch).Please note:There is no battery in the package,you need purchase a 5V-12V battery or power bank with USB connection hole for make this slider work.
The sides and the middle of the camera slider more than 1/4 "and 3/8" screw holes can be installed on the tripod to support multiple angles, on the ground can adjust the anti-skid feet angle and height.
Apply to any movie camera, Timelapse Photography,video camera, digital camera and other photography equipment. Balance system, use 4 bearing-rollers-carrier with balance traction design, made of carbon fiber, light and portable; track adjustments will engage you has three shooting mode, meet the need of different shooting angles
Set the starting and ending points as needed, the sliding speed, the dwell time, the sliding distance, the pause time, the number of pictures, the motor torque, the automatic round trip or the stop.Carbon fiber track light weight, easy to carry, good rigidity, ultra-quiet.
Description
This Carbon Fiber High Precision Camera Slider is using precision bearings with carbon fiber tubes as a rail, which is light weight, good rigidity, ultra-quiet. Using load-bearing high-grade aluminum alloy material and processing technology, the configuration of the 1/4& 3/8 thread allows you to convert between different types of equipment. It can be used as slopping position, as horizontal position, be used on tripod stands. You can also easily adjust the height of the foot.Operation Steps of Focusing:
Step1: Move the holder to the left,loosen the two red screws,adjust the middle rod,and then you can adjust focus you need.
Step2: Fasten the red screws,move the holder to the right, loosen the two red screws,adjust the middle rod ,and adjust the lens to the focus adjusted in step1.
Step3: Fasten the red screws.
According to your needs to set the starting point A, the ending point B, speed (1% -100%)
Automatically round trip (or stop) (save 80% of the time)
TIME LAPSE SHOOTING
According to your needs to set the starting point A, the ending point B, speed (1% -100%)Automatically round trip (or stop)
Slip speed:1%-100%
Slip interval:0.1 -999.9
Stoptime:0.1-999.99
Photo Number :1 - 999
Auto loopyes or no
Spirit Level: Yes
ADJUSTABLE STEPPER SILENT MOTOR
Newly developed silent motor, adjustable motor torque(1%-100%), makes it earier for the operation of interviews shooting
Package Contains:
1* Slider Set
1* Carry Bag
1*power bank adapter line
5. Electronic Camera Slider & 360 Panoramic time Lapse Head for Camera Motion Control
Feature
A take anywhere 9 speed remote controlled camera motion unit, converts to a Slider or Panorama mount. For all cameras less than 1.7lbs, multiple tripod mounts.Haver fun creating videos and timelapse shots with camera motion, light weight, fast to setup, no apps, packs away small, powered with internal battery or any USB powerbank, extendible track, operates vertically & upside down, designed by Hollywood grips.
Ideal for videographers when space,weight ,time & budgets are limited. Converts to a MIcro Dolly (sold seperatly).
Has super slow speeds for timelapse with camera motion, ideal for professional videgrapher looking for a light weight solution & affordable for newbies wanting to learn the art of camera motion. (Note the slow speeds are for timelapse with motion). Fast speeds for realtime footage- ideal for all creators, loads of fun, highly educational
iPhone 7, 8,X users:Built-in optical stabilization on main camera can not be disabled, use rear camera when in slider mode.
Description
Grip Gear's Movie Maker 2 Set - Electronic camera slider rail & Panoramic 360 head for real-time or timelapse video.6. GVM Motorized Camera Sliders Track Dolly with Time Lapse Tracking and Wider Angle Video Stabilizer, Black 48"/120cm
Feature
Multi-Function Motorized camera slider: Automatic cycle(Free to set the sliding distance)Video capture(silent motor, suitable for interviews)Time-lapse duration shootingMotorized Camera Slider Multiple Shooting Methods Options: camera slider can be tracked and 120 degrees wide shot and panoramic shot; Can be installed ball head for different angle recording
Smooth and Stable: As a professional camera slider, aluminum alloy slider is the best video stabilizer, not only smooth durable, load-bearing up to 30 pounds
Camera motorized slider with time-lapse duration devices perfect for Aurora and Star photography
12 months warranty from the date you get the goods, US local company
Description
Electric Video Shot Get in "Setting" through Main Menu to set the starting point A, the ending point B, speed (1% -100%) Then getting back to Main Menu and get the Video Shot and Auto loop to start your loop shooting. Automatically round trip (or stop) (save 80% of the time) (support for tracking shooting and 120-degree panoramic shooting) Time Lapse Shooting Get in "Setting" through Main Menu to set the starting point A, the ending point B, speed (1%-100%)Automatically round trip (or stop) Then getting back to Main Menu and get in the Time Lapse to start it after gets all data is setting Slip speed:1%-100% Slip interval: 0.1-999.9 Stop time: 0.1-999.99 photo Number: 1-9999 Auto loopyes or no (support for tracking shooting and 120-degree panoramic shooting)7. Sevenoak SK-EBH60 Mechanical Panoramic 360 degree Time Lapse Panning Head Camera Mount for GoPro Action iPhone 7 7 plus 6 6s SmartPhones DSLR Cameras
Feature
Compatible with GoPRO/Action camera, smart phonesEasy to use, Max load capacity: 2KG
Compact and portable
Can be used alone or on tripods or sliders
Useful for panorama shooting and time lapse
Description
SK-EBH60Mechanical Panoramic head
SK-EBH60 is a portable turntable that provides an ideal solution for creating time lapse videos or panoramic stills with GoPro/action cameras, smart phone and cameras up to 2KG. It includes a 1/4-20 cameras screw on the top and a 3/8 to 1/4-20 socket at the bottom for a tripod, and it can also be used directly on a tabletop or other flat surface. Based on a simple timer mechanism that needs no batteries, the SK-EBH60 is capable of panning 360counterclockwise in 60 minutes. For clockwise panning you can hang the unit upside down, although this is only recommended for GoPro/action camera, smart phone or cameras weighing less than 1LB. To double the panning speed, you can stack two units together.
Features:
Compatible with GoPro/action cameras
Smart phone and cameras
Compact and portable
Easy to use
Can be used alone or on tripods or sliders
Useful for panorama shooting and time sliders
Max load capacity: 2kg
8. Camera Slider,DSLR Camera Track Dolly slider Video Stablilzer Rail with Time Lapse Tracking and 120-degree Panoramic Video Shooting, Perfect Photograph Movie Film Video Making
Feature
Help you create smooth, gliding shots just like the pros. Designed for portability and versatility enables amazingly smooth, silent linear movement. Achieve a more perfect photographic effect. Develop your craft with tracking and following shots, in-the-action perspectivesWith the red screw knob, you can loosen or lock the belt according to the need. The elastic belt can be easily adjust, and also removed by wrench. Note: please ensure the belt is loosen while using track slider
Aluminum Construction with Max Load Capacity: 17.6pounds/8kilograms. Built-in bubble level helps you in positioning
Accept 1/4" or 3/8" Camera/Head Attachments: The slider platform base with 1/4" to 3/8" screw, it can be directly connected with camera, or indirectly connected with camera via ball head
Extendable Length: 20 to 40 Inches/50 to 100 Centimeters. This slider can extend to 100cm/39.4"(twice of its size)when mounted on tripod(Tripod Mountable), and extend to 50cm/19.7" when put on ground. Note: Slider only. Camera, Ballhead and Tripod are not included
Description
With the help of sliding belt and slider block, this slider can extend to 100cm/39.4"(twice of its size),
when mounted on tripod, and extend to 50cm/19.7" when put on ground.
It adopts ball-bearings and rubber sliding belt to ensure smooth motion and minimize unwanted noises when recording.
For more control on the sliding, you can adjust tightness for sliding belt and slider block by the red screw knob.
Top: Built-in bubble level helps you in positioning, comes with 1/4" to 3/8" screw adapter for connection with ballhead or DSLR camera. Bottom: 1/4"and 3/8" thread for connection with most tripod.
Features:
Padded foot for anti-slip performance when put on ground.
Rubber padded top block for surface protection.
Constructed by high-precision aluminum alloy, it can load camera of up to 17.6lbs/8kg. Yet it's very easy to carry due to its compact size.
With this slider, you can easily have a very good stabilization and smoothness for your video wherever you want because we include a carrying case for better portability
Specifications:
Material: Aluminum Alloy
Length: 50cm
Move on Tripod(Max. Length): 100cm
Move on Ground(Max. Length): 50cm
Max. Load Capacity:8kg
Package Contents:
1 x Slider
1 x Carrying Case
Notes:
1. Slider only. Camera, Tripod and ball head are not included;
2. Please ensure the belt is loosen while using track slider.
9. Andoer Electric Motorized 3-Wheel Video Pulley Car Dolly Rolling Slider Skater for Canon Nikon Sony Camera Camcorder for iPhone 7/7plus/6/6s Samsung H
Feature
Aluminum alloy electric mini dolly, help to create stable video, great for macro & low angle video shooting and short-time time lapse.Wth a 1/4 & 3/8 convertible screw for various camera/camcorder/smarphone clip, support up to 6kg/13.2Lbs.
You can fix a panoramic ball head on it for changing camera shooting angle.(Not included.)
Change the wheel angle to realize straight line / creative curve movement, reverse battery for moving in opposite direction.
Move in constant speed, max. 2.5cm/s. Powered by 800mAh CR2 lithium battery. Fewer battery power, slower speed.
Description
Features:Electric mini dolly, help to create stable video, great for macro & low angle video shooting and short-time time lapse.
Comes with a 1/4" & 3/8" convertible screw, compatible for various DSLR, ILDC camera and mobile phone. (Phone clip is not included.)
You can fix a panoramic ball head on it for changing camera shooting angle. (Ball head is not included.)
Change the wheel angle to realize straight line / creative curve movement.
Move in constant speed, max. 2.5cm/s, fewer battery power, slower speed.
Powered by 800mAh CR2 lithium battery, can work for 1h for camera weighting 6kg, 9h for mobile phone.
Reverse the battery, then the dolly can move to the opposite direction.
Made of aluminum alloy, support up to 6kg/13.2Lbs.
Pocket size, portable for you to carry and store.
Specifications:
Brand: Andoer
Material: Aluminum Alloy
Max. Load Capacity: 6kg / 13.2Lbs
Compatibility: For DSLR, ILDC Camera and Mobile Phone
Compatible Battery Type: 3.0V 800mAh CR2 Lithium Battery
Max. Speed: 2.5cm/s (The speed is determined by battery power condition.)
Operation Time: 1h for camera weighting 6kg, 9h for mobile phone.
Noise: 49DB ~ 51DB
Item Size: 9.8 * 9 * 4cm / 3.9 * 3.5 * 1.6in
Item Weight: 261g / 9.2oz (Without Battery)
Package Size: 14.9 * 14.9 * 5.9cm / 5.9 * 5.9 * 2.3in
Package Weight: 448.5g / 15.8oz
Package List?
1 * Dolly with 1pcs Battery
1 * 1/4" to 3/8" Convertible Screw
1 * Rubber Ring
1 * Wrench
1 * User Manual(English/Chinese)
Note?
Please balance camera weight before starting.
Camera is not included.
10. Motorized Camera Slider Dolly Video Track with Time Lapse Duration and Auto Loop Track System and Wide Angle Shot Aviation aluminum 31"/80cm
Feature
Multi-Function Motorized camera slider: Automatic cycle(Free to set the sliding distance)Video capture(silent motor, suitable for interviews)Time-lapse duration shooting(select 1-1000)Supports Auto and Manual operation.Motorized Camera Slider Multiple Shooting Methods Options: camera slider can be tracked and 120 degrees wide shot and panoramic shot.
Smooth and Stable: As a professional camera slider, aluminum alloy slider is the best video stabilizer, not only smooth durable, load-bearing up to 30 pounds
Camera motorized slider with time-lapse duration devices perfect for Aurora and Star photography.
12 month warranty from the date you get the goods, US local company
Description
Electric Video Shot
Get in "Setting" throuhg Main Menu to set the starting point A, the ending point B, speed (1% -100%)
Then getting back to Main Menu and get in the Video Shot and Auto loop to start your loop shooting.
Automatically round trip (or stop) (save 80% of the time)
(support for tracking shooting and 120 degree panoramic shooting)
Time Lapse Shooting
Get in "Setting" throuhg Main Menu to set the starting point A, the ending point B,
speed (1% -100%)Automatically round trip (or stop)
Then getting back to Main Menu and get in the Time Lapse to start it after get all data is setting
Slip speed:1%-100%
Slip interval: 0.1 - 999.9
Stoptime: 0.1-999.99
photo Number: 1 - 9999
Auto loopyes or no
(support for tracking shooting and 120 degree panoramic shooting)
Adjustable Stepper Motor
Newly developed silent motor, adjustable motor torque(1%-100%),
makes it earier for the operation of interviews shooting and post-production.
Aviation Aluminum Alloy Slider
High quality Aviation Aluminum Alloy. Easy and light to carry, mute, stable no trembling, smooth.
It also can move manually as power off.
Equipped with 1/4 and 3/8 threaded screw, suitable for the movie camera, digital camera, DSLR camera and other photography Equipment. Can be installed on tripod to Support multiple angles
Specifications:
Product properties: motorized mode
Size: 31.8inch
Power current: 4W/400MA
29 inches Sliding time: the fastest 11.4 seconds/the slowest 123 seconds (video mode)
Fastest 114 seconds/slowest 22 minutes 30 seconds (time lapse)
Electric moving speed: fastest 1.6 S/MIN slowest 0.77 S/MIN (video mode speed)
Slide length: 29inch
Slide rail weight: 7pound
Load-bearing: 11 pounds
Packing List:
1x motorized slider
1x controller
1x battery
1x battery charger
1x controller connection line
6x shutter link
1x shutter extension line
1x Carrying Bag
