Neewer Aluminum Alloy Camera Track Slider Video Stabilizer Rail with 4 Bearings for DSLR Camera DV Video Camcorder Film Photography, Loads up to…

This slider is a great addition to my production film kit. It’s quiet and lightweight. I was able to use it for a documentary as a “dolly@ for b-cam shots. It was quiet enough that the sound awww not picked up in the nearby shotgun mic. It’s smooth and can sit still atop 2 light stands.

One suggestion if you buy it, make sure you have a way to add height to your camera. On the slider itself, it sits pretty low. Too low for my Cine lenses. Adding a video head or another type of head would be best.

Better off using two tripods for maximum stability and smoothness. Tried using one tripod in the middle holes and I found that the pads on the slider would hit the tripod halfway through tracking.

UPDATE:

Super stoked to say that this has been easily fixed which is all one can expect really. So after desert sand gusts of unknown MPH this very reasonably priced item was easily disassembled, cleaned, and lubricated. Sadly the same can not be said for my $400 NiSi filter and filter holder but the old saying “you get what you pay for” isn’t always true these days. I’m sure sliders costing hundreds of dollars more are sealed against such problems but I would consider this a best buy for the perspective slider buyer.

Pros:
-can easily be cleaned
-Smooth
-Storage bag is nice because it certainly won’t fit in most camera bags. I strap it to the back of my backpack and it would be nice to have some additional loops to secure it other than just the handles.

Cons:
-The little feet are useless and fall off with a gentle breeze. I replaced them with long stainless bolts and wing nuts for a secure lock. Much better.
-The last time I used it there was a little sand blowing about and it seems to not be sealed very well because it’s no longer as smooth. I’m going to try and disassemble it and clean and will update if it’s repairable. [it was so though the seals are not the best it’s the only time i’ve had any problems with it:]
-I think the weight limit they give is a bit off. A bit of bending occurs when secured to a single tripod and using two is just a pain. I attached a 1″ aluminum tube to the bottom of it and that has made it much more stable and I use a 7″ arca plate so I can balance the camera (which is a heavy setup) to keep the carriage smooth.
– The bag is pretty cheap and I don’t expect it to last long. The zipper is really poor quality and splits pretty easily. So far is self-repaired but I can’t see this lasting. [The bag defiantly shows signs of wear and tear, literally, but it’s still doing it’s job after some long hikes into some rough places
– It’s heavy and I think I’ll need to purchase a shorter and lighter model but that’s not really the product’s/company’s fault given it was accurately listed and all that, just be aware it’s a bit heavy and make sure you can’t do with a shorter easier to transport model.

Bought a branded slider about 5 years ago, a third of the length no where near as smooth running for 4 times the cost. This is amazing value, seems very smooth running and even has tie off points for my motorized slider gear. Very pleased and at this price point you can’t go wrong.

 Ich habe diesen Slider gekauft für Panorama Fotos. Was mir sofort positiv aufgefallen ist, ist die hochwertige Tragetasche. Der Slider ist sicher in der Tragetasche befestigt. Somit wackelt nichts beim transportieren. Die Tasche ist natürlich sehr groß, da der Slider aus einem Stück gefertigt ist. Der Slider macht einen qualitativ guten Eindruck. Alle Standfüße können im Winkel und Höhe angepasst werden und durch eine Kontermutter arretiert werden. Der Kameraschlitten kann durch eine Schraube verlangsamt werden, somit kann man ihn immer für auf die richtige Bewegungsgeschwindigkeit einstellen. Der Slider ist aus Aluminium und ist sehr leicht aber robust.

Ein kleines Manko – Die Kamera wird auf den Schlitten aufgeschraubt, dabei kann es leider passieren das die Oberflächen zerkratzt werden, da der Schlitten auch aus Metall ist. Es wäre schöner gewesen wenn dieser einen Kunststoffschutz hätte. Dann brauchte man beim Kamera abnehmen und einbringen nicht so aufpassen.

This is the first slider I’ve purchased, yer I already had confidence in Neweer as a brand having purchased other products from them.

The 60cm slider is solid (be aware you will require a ball head camera adaptor or similar to use!!!) really smooth and mounts well to a tripod. No dipping at the ends when using a Sony A7Sii and 24-70mm lens.

Bag is large enough to store other things in. I’ve recently included a ball head adaptor, tripod plate to use just for the slider and a bird’s-eye view adaptor.

Filmed several professional videos and the clients loved the sliding shots. Love the small built in legs too so can be used on surfaces without needing a tripod (or on the floor).