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KONOVA P1 KMS-S3 MOTORISED SLIDER £259/$279 konovaphoto.com
also a USB-C input allowing you to power it from a mains adapter or power bank. The guide bar is adjustable for a variety of angled shots – swivelling the head from 40-140° – and the slider is available in 60cm/23.6in, 80cm/31.5in, 100cm/39.4in and 120cm/47.2in versions.
The Konova P1 KMS-S3 is a lightweight, carbon-fibre slider with a quiet motor, controlled by a free app. It takes a payload of 8kg/17lb when used horizontally, but only manages 1kg/2.2lb for vertical use. The motor doesn’t come with a battery, but accepts standard NP-F cells. There’s
LIBEC HS-150M KIT £1105/$1009 libec-global.com
Pros: Great performance at incredible value
Cons: Needs dedicated camera cable
MANFROTTO 300XM £499/$670 manfrotto.com
Libec’s HS system uses a simple counterbalancer that’s quick to set up and use. This kit consists of a multi-tube-leg tripod plus the H15 head, handling a payload of 3kg/6.6lb. The legs have a mid-level spreader and bowl-style adjuster, and the Manfrotto-style plate clicks onto the head. Pan and tilt have three drag settings, as well as free movement and lock.
The Manfrotto 300XM works as a conventional motorised gimbal that can split in half – the handle detaches and works as a fully featured remote control. Adjust focus and movement with the joystick and multi-function knob, or – with the integrated gyroscope – handle movements can be mimicked by the gimbal head remotely. Its modular design can support up to 3.4kg/7.5lb, and easily connects with other products like the £149/$190 Manfrotto Gimboom to – literally – extend its usability.
Pros: Fast to set up Cons: Not the cheapest
Pros: Good remote control function Cons: Dual batteries add weight
HAGUE D5T TRACKING DOLLY KIT £339 haguecamerasupports.com
The Hague D5T tripod tracking dolly kit creates smooth shots using your own tripod. The dolly has two sets of locating holes for tripod legs, allowing your sticks to get to high and low positions. Track width is set by the dolly as it moves along, meaning the track doesn’t require additional supports. This makes it much quicker to set up, giving you long, professional- looking dolly shots in no time at all. All you need is a reasonably flat surface. The kit provides a 6m run and accepts tripods with feet smaller than 45mm in diameter.
Pros: Cheap and easy to use
Cons: Not for bigger tripods
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