17Jun Motion Slider 36 Camera Slider.
If you’ve spent a lot of time on the site, you’ll probably know that i’m very happy with my Konova Slider, but the price has jumped up over the last few months. The Konova Slider is a great buy but I’ve gotten a number of e-mails asked if there is anything cheaper out there.
The answer is yes. If you are in the market for a new camera slider, you might want to take a look at the Motion Slider 36. This slider doesn’t have the linear bearings that the Konova enjoys but with practice you can achieve about the same results.
Cost is probably the most important part for many of you, and the Motion Slider 36 clocks in at about $160. That’s still a little high for something like this, but you end up with a 36 inch slider that can achieve very nice results if you learn to use it right. The video above gives you an idea of what you can accomplish if you master the Motion Slider 36, and if you’re willing to practice, this could be a great way to go. Especially if you’re on a budget.
Tags: Motion Slider 36
June 17th, 2011 at 11:34 pm
have you heard of the egearfilm.com slider? i picked a 4 ft dual dolly for under 200 and so far really enjoying it so far in our first attempt at it.
June 18th, 2011 at 3:18 am
That’s crap and over priced. Here’s the real information http://dvrebellion.com/2011/03/84-very-easy-diy-slider/
June 18th, 2011 at 5:06 am
“crap” is probably not the right word for it. The Motion slider 36 has the same motion system as the one in your link. I will agree that most sliders on the market are about twice the price of what the parts would cost from places like Mcmaster and Newark. But a lot of people either don’t have the tools or don’t want to take the time to try and build one themselves.
I’d call it a convenience tax. 😉
June 18th, 2011 at 8:35 am
I can’t tell if this applies or not, but there was another affordable slider going by the name “Ultra Slider” that I purchased a while back. Their claim to fame is length, I believe it was 5 ft. It was friction based, and had I known what I know now, would never have purchased it. It worked “ok” with my stripped down T2i and 50mm, but once I put a heavier camera on, and not even that much heavier – 7D, the slider bound up and smooth slides were all but impossible. I say stick with the bearing sliders, stay away from the extruded rail cheapos, and get a Kessler pocket dolly if you plan on using it professionally often… let a lone motorizing it.
June 18th, 2011 at 12:08 pm
I built mz own “slider” from an old skateboard and a piece of wood, and I’m happy with it 😛
June 19th, 2011 at 8:11 am
@niklasR
Well, there are tons of DIY sliders that do the trick, but none of them are as fluid as a professionally built job… unless you have mad diy skills. If you’re just shooting skateboard videos for friends or what have you, a pvc or wood slider is probably right up your ally.
June 20th, 2011 at 7:36 am
The article states it doesn’t use linear bearings( or at least the type the Konova has.) However, the product description mentions:
“Motion Slider 36 is an inexpensive slider built from all aluminum construction and uses linear bearings for a smooth glide.”
Which one of these are correct?
June 20th, 2011 at 5:50 pm
You’re right, the Motion Slider 36 has linear bearings. The difference between the Konova and the Motion Slider is that the Konova bearings are roller bearings and the Motion slider has friction bearings. Roller bearings can handle a lot more weight and operate with less starting friction.
June 20th, 2011 at 11:40 pm
opinions on the Kessler krane pocket dolly v 2.0 ?