Tagged with dolly - Personal View Talks

The Evolution of the Zoom Dolly

Manu4Vendetta — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 02:01:28 +0000

Dolly zoom / vertigo effect tips needed

sammy — Sun, 05 Jun 2016 22:08:16 +0000

Looking to see if someone who has done this shot with minimum crew with success . I have access to an assistant in this next video which will help ,but tell me if I'm missing something , I dolly into subject and zoom out , but how would we hold focus ? I saw few tutorial on line about it but wasn't fully going thru what is to vie done with regards to lens ,and what zoom lens should be used or might be better than others for this shot .we will be using ursa 4.6 so auto focus is a no ,maybe I'm missing something ,but to make it happen someone needs to push In or out the dolly ,another one zoom in or out and another turning focus ? Any help with this is much appreciated

Kamerar SLD-230W slider dolly

inqb8tr — Thu, 09 May 2013 03:27:42 +0000

Looks cool doesn't it?

Nice review (it is called sd-1 here, but looks like it is the same product) :

DIY experts help. Possibly Im lost in translation

Manu4Vendetta — Tue, 22 Dec 2015 13:39:33 +0000

I'm trying to build a small dolly cart, I have several pieces, but there is something I cant get. Is the axes system it comes with toy cars, garden cars and another work cars. I put some yellow arrows on the piece or two component parts, they make the wheels can turn on.

My idea is my dolly car can make circular movement so. But I dont get on amazon and ebay, it comes. I think may be Im "lost in translation", i write "axi for gorilla cart", ""axi for trolley cart" etc and the result is the car. Some idea?

Thank you.

Dolly recommendations?

sdbest — Fri, 18 May 2012 12:05:33 +0000

I'm in the market for a dolly system costing < $2,500 for a feature (see http://savingdinah.com). We're using a GH2 in a cage for most of the shots, but also a Sony EX1. There's a number of products available from Kessler Flex Track, Indie Dolly Systems, Merlin Video which fit the budget. A flex track system seems a good way to go.

So, looking for recommendations from folks who might have some experience with the products on the market.

Thanks.

Varavon Slidecam S

Nayche — Tue, 22 May 2012 11:07:05 +0000

I just received my Varavon Slidecam S (from a deal on PV) and did some testing last night with a Manfrotto 501 head.

Available at:

http://www.personal-view.com/deals/sliders/varavon-sliders#varavon-heavy-sliders-slidecam-s

The sliding seemed to be pretty smooth, though it will still take some practice on my part. The build quality is very good, and it's definitely nice to have a bag.

One small concern is that I wasn't able to securely tighten my 501 head to the slider. There was still side to side movement. This is likely related to the design of the bottom of the head, which is not smooth, but I wonder:

A) If anyone has experienced the same thing and solved it with rubber, cork, or something else.

B) If anyone would recommend a different head, more suitable for this slider and a GH2.

Thanks for any input.

Trawly Compact Dolly

Manu4Vendetta — Fri, 19 Dec 2014 14:59:18 +0000

Very interesting skater-dolly, I think is some expensive (US$375.00). Little references and videos.

Domaine de la Brette (short GH2)

etreetsoi — Tue, 17 Jun 2014 01:06:17 +0000

With my GH2, I filmed this beautiful cottages in France...

http://www.domaine-de-la-brette.com/

Panasonic GH2 // Voigtländer 25mn f0.95 // Panasonic 14-140 HD // Filltre ND Dörr ND4-400 VLT // Mini dolly Igus http://www.igus.fr/wpck/6189/filmtechnology // Music Silent partner - The messanger - Youtube Audio Library

Wheelchair + wieldy 7kg steadicam = ?

makinnoize — Sat, 01 Feb 2014 02:48:28 +0000

Hey all, I have both these items, waiting for to be frankenstein'd into one awesome handy rig. Has anyone heard of such a beast (aside from it's use in Kubrick's 'the Shining')? Any real-world hands-on experiences with a wheelchair steadicam before I get the welder out?

Varavon Lite Sliders

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 16:04:10 +0000

While they had been available for long all discussions had been spreaded among many topics, it is time to make some order.

Varavon Light Sliders.

Light, sturdy. Manufactured up to best standards. Well though design.

Available at:

http://www.personal-view.com/talks/categories/camera-movement

Howto: bearing adjustment video:

Small skater dollies

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 05:49:19 +0000

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Skater-Dolly-Video-Camera-Slider-HDDSLR-5D-MKII-7D-/250877147615?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3a697179df

Price: $105 shipped

http://www.ebay.com/sch/rebelairsoftcom/m.html?_nkw=dolly

Price: $115 shipped (for BIN)

http://www.ebay.com/sch/steady-camera/m.html?_nkw=dolly

Triangle Skater dolly

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 01:58:29 +0000

Cinema Triangle Skater

And of course, our beloved Olivia :-)

Rhino Slider

QuickHitRecord — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 18:06:27 +0000

Description:

The Rhino Slider equips you to film 48" of cinematic glory. The system is based on 6 rollers filled with 12 sealed ball bearings mounted to a hard-anodized aluminum carriage. There is so little friction you can use gravity to move your shots. Locking all-terrain legs come standard with non-marking custom molded rubber feet that will grip to anything.

Features*:

• 2 mounting screws are included: Standard 3/8-16 for your ball or fluid head and a 1/4-20 for mounting your iPhone or GoPro

• Dual locking friction brakes (not shown) keep the carriage in place when you're moving from shot to shot or traveling

• The entire system dissassembles with only 4 tool-less fasteners

• 3/8-16 & 1/4-20 threads on both ends of the slider for mounting to tripods

• 3/8-16 thread on both ends for vertical mounting

• Replaceable feet let you use suction cups to mount to a car or window

Specs:

• 48" Stainless Steel Tubular rails

• 6061-T6 Hard Anodized (Type III) Aluminum

• Weight: ~5lbs

• Stainless Steel hardware

• $400

*This is for the base model. There are also carbon fiber "Pro" versions available for a higher price.

BTS shot from Wolverine showing steadicam dolly movement

ahbleza — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 11:16:10 +0000

This is an instructive image from a movie shoot showing how a steadicam has been mounted onto a dolly. Also interesting is the use of flags to block daylight.

http://i.imgur.com/ng1HbAB.jpg

La Salle de Classe - GH2 + Dolly Test (Driftwood)

brettplank — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:19:48 +0000

I managed to use my school's dolly to pull off some test shots for smooth camera movements. Take note that I used and controlled everything singularly: I pulled focus, performed pans, and physically pushed the dolly itself. It was difficult, but I managed to get some usable footage. With one or two extra grips I can easily pull off great looking, smooth shots. I'll be shooting more with the dolly this week. I like grain.

GH2 w/ Driftwood Hack
Canon FD 50mm f/1.4
Sigma 30mm f/1.4
16mm grain overlay

Brett Plank 2012

Opteka triangle dolly

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 02:10:00 +0000

Price: $49 only

http://www.amazon.com/Opteka-Y-BOARD-Tri-Wheel-Stabilization-Camcorders/dp/B0087QTS1Q/

Triabgle dolly have some advantages other simple four wheeled.
Better than K____r quality and features, and price is 3x smaller.

Cool and frugal Opteka Dolly

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 30 Jun 2012 01:19:29 +0000

Price: $39

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Opteka-X-BOARD-Table-Dolly-Video-Stabilization-System-DSLR-Camera-Camcorder-/370624289694

I think idea is cool.

Shot a photographer...made my day : )

pchristoph — Thu, 07 Jun 2012 13:59:01 +0000

I was approached by a photographer here on Vancouver Island, Canada to make a short film about her and her business. This was a tough one for me as most photographers I know lean towards controlling scenes and directing action and so I was hesitant as my approach is very much hands off, documentary-style...but, she immediately said that she was giving me the reins to produce something that was honest and real about who she was. Erin told me later on that she was quite stressed after filming because she was used to seeing her results immediately and having to wait and leave it to me to edit her film was a new experience, but, she trusted me. I really valued that trust. Its something that you start building from your first client film, and it has introduced me to some great projects and people this year. So, having spent some time studying Erins photography style and the look of her photos I knew how I wanted to form the look of her film and I also knew how to mix her personality and her story into it to make what I feel is an honest film about a real photographer doing great things for people. I felt lucky to have been able to work with Erin and create the exact kind of photographer film we both wanted.

Can't say enough thanks to Vitaliy and the entire community here for its valued support, encouragement, and enhanced camera settings contributions and testing. It's great to be a small part of it by sharing some of my work done with the GH2. Cheers.

Filmed on GH2 over two days, Sedna A and Canis Majoris 'skin' settings from Driftwood. Steadycam Merlin (in some crazy wind), Kessler Pocket Dolly, manfrotto 561 monopod, s.takumar lenses (50,55,135), Tamron 17-50 non vc, Panasonic 14-140, Tota w/silver umbrella for interiors. LCW II vari-ND outside. Edited and graded in fcpx. Neat video applied to some clips. Music licensed with www.withetiquette.com

DIY Dolly

bostonmike — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 01:30:56 +0000

Wondering if anyone has purchased this type of wheel/swivel assembly before. Curious to hear what others think about it. Trying to get the smoothest ride for under $100. Thanks.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Camera-tripod-dolly-boom-platform-swivel-wheels-/220944993852?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3371590e3c#ht_1530wt_1344

Derelict Roller Coaster - Sedna A Q20 (now with added fairground music!)

DaleCampbell — Fri, 20 Apr 2012 15:28:51 +0000

Just a few test shots that someone may find interesting... or not : )

All done with Sedna A Q20 Sandisk 16Gb 95mb/s Tokina 11-16 + Vari-ND filter Kessler PB pocket Dolly + electra drive

Converted to Prores 422HQ with 5DtoRGB Edit FCP + Magic Bullet Looks

Ungraded version -

Graded Version -

Not your average DIY dollie, trolly, or slider

Brian202020 — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:11:09 +0000

I made this several days ago for a low budget short so I thought I'd share. It's very heavy duty, and can support a fully loaded RED ONE with ease. I used it with a fully loaded AF100 with a Hyperdeck Shuttle, rods, mattebox, FF, SmallHD, etc. It might be overkill for a GH2 tho. I accidentally tightened the two halve together too much and got flat spots in the wheels, so I'm in the process of replacing them as well as a few more little modifications. I'm not super happy with the rail design on the ends, but I needed something quick for the shoot. I'll probably update that at some point as well.

Dolly Slider

Aksel — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 19:03:05 +0000

Hi Everyone

I was looking for a Slider for my GH2 and I found this one on ebay, what are your thoughts? and do you recommend something cheeper and better?

http://cgi.ebay.com/3ft-Micro-dolly-Camera-Slider-DSLR-GH1-7d-z5u-60D-T-2i-/280662180517?_trksid=e17002.m7&_trkparms=algo%3DLVI%26itu%3DUCI%26otn%3D6%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D974486769485516475#ht_4101wt_1165

Thank you

iPhone 4 & Expensive Dolly

TommiH — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 08:22:33 +0000

Trying out the most expensive dolly with my iPhone 4's front facing camera! :D Anyone want to guess what it is?

Interesting stuff: RigWheels

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 13:52:50 +0000

Love such small and slick things :-)

RigWheels Portable Dolly / Slider Wheels are a simple and sleek way to add motion to your images utilizing the support equipment that you may already own. Because RigWheels can mount directly to your camera rig or other support platform with one bolt, they are the easiest and most portable way for you to add smooth camera movement to your arsenal. RigWheels along with any nearby piece of pipe, glass, plexiglass, laminate, track or other smooth surface can give you the same seamless smooth motion.

Site: http://www.rigwheels.com/

Price: $140 for 4 with international shiping, not low I must say :-) - http://www.rigwheels.com/order-now/