Proaim Linear Camera Slider

C2V said:
That company is using the same materials as Glidetrack and Kessler. You can buy the parts yourself and build a slider for about $200.

There's a great thread going in the DIY forum about this: http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=145701

I built one a couple weeks ago, and I absolutely love it.
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What about someone who really isn't to handy building?
Is it worth it?
Maybe not cause still have to buy the Fluid Head and possibly tripod.
 
Limitedoffer said:
What about someone who really isn't to handy building?
Is it worth it?
Maybe not cause still have to buy the Fluid Head and possibly tripod.
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Well, I'm not the most adept at DIY stuff... but i was able to build this. Really, the only "building" requires drilling one hole and thread-tapping a few holes. Then it's just assembly.

And about the fluid head and tripod... well, you really should have those on hand anyway. Those are basic camera support items. And for the money you don't spend by building the slider on your own, you can purchase a decent tripod and fluid head, and still end up paying about what you would by purchasing a pre-made slider.

And you'll still have to have your own tripod and head even if you purchase a slider from one of those companies.
 
C2V said:
Well, I'm not the most adept at DIY stuff... but i was able to build this. Really, the only "building" requires drilling one hole and thread-tapping a few holes. Then it's just assembly.

And about the fluid head and tripod... well, you really should have those on hand anyway. Those are basic camera support items. And for the money you don't spend by building the slider on your own, you can purchase a decent tripod and fluid head, and still end up paying about what you would by purchasing a pre-made slider.

And you'll still have to have your own tripod and head even if you purchase a slider from one of those companies.
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Yea i understand I have a fluid head tripod it's just that the head does not come off.
So i have to go and look for one used and also a tripod.
I'll see it looks like a good deal.
 
Are there any good tripods that have the removable head.
I looked on B&H but the only one I saw that it not over 200 only was able to hold 8.8lbs.
I plan to in the future get the 35mm adapter so i need a tripod that can hold maybe around 18lbs or so.
 
Limitedoffer said:
Yea i understand I have a fluid head tripod it's just that the head does not come off.
So i have to go and look for one used and also a tripod.
I'll see it looks like a good deal.
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Well, depending on how much your tripod can hold, it often better and easier to mount the slider to a fluid head, meaning you'd need only to get a new head to go on top of the slider.

Are you sure that you cannot separate the head?

Limitedoffer said:
Are there any good tripods that have the removable head.
I looked on B&H but the only one I saw that it not over 200 only was able to hold 8.8lbs.
I plan to in the future get the 35mm adapter so i need a tripod that can hold maybe around 18lbs or so.
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Plenty. $200 is a hard target to hit, though. There are a few fans of Davis and Sandford around here, and they have some kits in the $200 range, but I wouldn't count on them to hold up over a long time. Try this Bogen kit. Or this one for only $50 more.
 
C2V said:
Well, depending on how much your tripod can hold, it often better and easier to mount the slider to a fluid head, meaning you'd need only to get a new head to go on top of the slider.

Are you sure that you cannot separate the head?



Plenty. $200 is a hard target to hit, though. There are a few fans of Davis and Sandford around here, and they have some kits in the $200 range, but I wouldn't count on them to hold up over a long time. Try this Bogen kit. Or this one for only $50 more.
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So yea maybe I can just find a stand and then place a fluid head on it.
But anyways i have this tripod.
http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/produ...ROVISTAIR18_ProVista_Airlift_Tripod_with.html
 
Glidetrack said:
Be Warned guys, this stuff is

a) a complete rip-off of the Glidetrack SD
b) made using VERY poor quality counterfeit IGUS components.

Dont just take my word for it, please check with Igus themselves.
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I have really been looking at both and the footage I have seen is horrible.
Everything looks to move like 2 inches. Also lots of stops in between. But the footage I've seen with the Indidslider is great. I really dont know yet. I'm really not caring for the slider in general at all.
 
I have the slider from dvcity and you can get nice slides with it but it's not to smooth and I have to work to get it really smooth. But it's long enough and once you get it right the footage is really great.
 
Cinecity flycam?

Cinecity flycam?

May I contunue with question of cinecity's Flycam stabilizers.

These 5000-7000 series stabilizers seem to have all the goodies needed. And the price is only a fraction compared to big names.

Where are these manufactured and does anyone have hands on experience of these?
 
Little weatherproof FT1

Little weatherproof FT1

editman said:
I have the slider from dvcity and you can get nice slides with it but it's not to smooth and I have to work to get it really smooth. But it's long enough and once you get it right the footage is really great.
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You have interesting kit there! What are your experiencies with FT1? It seem's like a suberb little allweather gadget. How comparable is the videoquality compared to your 2 other cameras?

Does FT1 have also live AV outbut and how long shoots you can do, or is it up to the card size only?
 
I don't recall you mentioning a budget, but there is also this:

http://www.cinevate.com/catalog/pro...d=109&osCsid=de185ecfb2c66a8ee19961ca4b3ac75e

which works on a different design than the Igus-based sliders. Considerably more expensive but, then again, a cinema quality slider for a 35mm film cam might set you back $10k! All depends on how often you'll use it and what it's worth to you. If you're a pro, showing up on set with a DIY device may garner some looks.

If you are going to add a 35mm adapter in the future please remember to budget weight for all the accessories (rails, mattebox, the 35 mm lens etc). You may quickly exceed your 18 lb hypothesized weight limit. My cam approaches 25 lbs with all that stuff.
 
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Glidetrack said:
Be Warned guys, this stuff is

a) a complete rip-off of the Glidetrack SD
b) made using VERY poor quality counterfeit IGUS components.

Dont just take my word for it, please check with Igus themselves.
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How do you YOU know it's made of 'counterfeit inferior components'?
Have YOU done a comparison or stress test or assay of the actual components?

And it's NOT a "complete rip-off of the Glidetrack SD", this design has been around for a number of years and is based on dual rail "Modular Guide" track a component made by Pacific Bearing Co in Illinois. The URL is : http://www.pbclinear.com/Modular-Guide. It can also be made with "Uni-guide" - http://www.pbclinear.com/Uni-Guide as we have done a couple of times for making our own sliders. Just as IGUS may well have done???

Likely also is the Igus use of 'their' name DryLine® which looks veeeery much like the 'Frelon' bearings also made by PCB.

So check you FACTS first before trashing another company's reputation and sales. CineCity DO MAKE GOOD PRODUCTS. I've used them many times.

Xenophobia and parochialism will not get you anywhere.

Best wishes for an angst-free future.
 
Look at this sliders very high quality - Slide Kamera
Description below.

Slide Kamera ver Basic:
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TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS:
Rail length: 95cm,
Weight: 4 kg,
Mounting of the head: screw with thread 3/8,
System equipped with brass bearing rolls,
Maximum burden: 2,5kg-3kg.
Price about 280USD


Slide Kamera ver DSLR:
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TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS:
Overall length: 83cm
Width: 8cm,
Curb weight 3.5 kg
Mounting of the head: screw with thread 3/8,
System equipped with brass bearing rolls,
Brake,
Water level in dolly,
Footer hide under slider,
Maximum burden: 10kg.

Slide Kamera ver Pro:

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TECHNICAL INFORMATIONS:
Overall length: 105cm
Width: 10cm,
Curb weight 6,2 kg
Mounting of the head: screw with thread 3/8,
System equipped with brass bearing rolls,
Brake,
Water level in dolly,
Foots hide under slider,
Maximum burden: 15kg.

Producer web side http://www.slidekamera.com
 
I own the Pro Aim 4 ft. slider. I have to disagree on the comments insinuating poor quality build. They're really nice.

However, I WILL let you know that if you DO order, you're in for a hardcore suprise. They ship these from India. So, while the price of the slider looks appealing and tempting, be sure to add on $100 or more for shipping to the U.S. I'll never order with that company again for the shipping reasons alone.

The slider is nice, though. Sturdy, strong, great materials, and includes a storage bag and extra screws/tools.
 
SonicSurgeon, can I ask if you are able to mount a tripod head with a 3/8" screw onto the camera plate? I'm asking because it appears to only offer a 1/4" mounting screw, but I cannot find any tripod head's which would fit that.
 
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