Chinese manufacturer ZEAPON has just released the fourth iteration of their Micro sliders: the Micro4 series. Available in both manual and motorized versions, these compact double-distance sliders can take a maximum payload of 12kg/26.4 lbs horizontally and 4.5kg/9.92 lbs in any other orientation. The motorized versions feature a revamped motor unit, which is quieter and now has a touchscreen. So, let’s take a closer look at what makes the Zeapon Micro 4 sliders stand out in a crowded market. After a considerable decline in popularity over the last few years, 2024 could be the year of sliders’ return. Indeed, iFootage announced its Shark Slider Nano 2 during IBC 2024, and we recently reviewed the Trexo Converta. As someone who loves to use sliders for corporate and interview shoots, I’m glad manufacturers keep innovating in that area. After releasing the Micro3 series in July 2022 and the AXIS series in August 2023, ZEAPON is back with the latest iteration of their sliders: the Micro4 series. ZEAPON Micro4 Series – features Let’s start with one of the standout features of the Micro4 sliders: its double-distance sliding mechanism. This innovative design allows the slider to offer twice the range of movement compared to its physical length, which can be very handy for filmmakers working in tight or confined spaces. Six different versions of the Micro4 are available: the M500/M700/M1000, which are manual sliders, and the E500/E700/E1000, which are motorized sliders. The ZEAPON Micro4 series lengths. Image credit: ZEAPON. The main differences between the...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 31 December