Just a quick look at the Konova K3 and K5 sliders. Average users won’t notice the difference, but the K5 is overall heavier, has a larger inside rail, and larger bearings inside the carrier. So the new upgraded legs with the unusual platform design was something Konova planned several months ago (way back in November). [...]

Konova released a series of videos showing off some of the update kits available for their current sliders. One video gives a sneak at how their new Crank handle will attach to existing sliders. Oh and yes it was pointed out that they incorrectly spelled Crank handle to ‘Clank Handle’. Hopefully they correct that soon. [...]

Wondlan seems to be on a roll with releasing products, but not so much when it comes to pricing them against already successful existing products on the market. This time they are offering a new DV Mini Slider Rail (not really mini), so far in lengths of 80cm and 100cm (32 inches & 39 inches). [...]

Jason from mnwebco shares his DIY motorized mod for the Juicedlink DIY Slider kit and shares a few examples. He basically uses all the same equipment as a previous mod from Vimeo member Gary Bagelman (except for tripod head). If you want a list of all these parts, and further instructions, you can find them [...]

I don’t know exactly when it happened, but it happened. Although i’m a big fan of the Konova slider, I always wished they had a smaller version than 31″. At 31″ inches, that was just a little bit too long to pack in some of my bags when traveling. So recently they just started listing [...]

There’s been a huge variety of video camera sliders in the past year, but if you’re still wondering what slider to get, maybe the Konova is one to look forward to. Highly regarded as the best bang for the buck, they are still adding in more options. I knew they had been working on a [...]

In case you didn’t catch the announcement, Cinevate is offering 30% off all Slider Models until February 8th. Find all the models and pricing options through the banner below. Just be sure to the coupon code ‘SLDSALE’ when checking out.

The Varavon Sliders come in a few variations from Slim, Mini, EX, and ENG models. The ‘Slim’ is the smallest and narrowest version of their slider weighing in at around 5lbs total. It’s the common roller bearing carrier design, so it’s very smooth, and friction can be adjusted with the bearings.

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Konova has one of the most popular roller bearing sliders on the market, and has now made available their new K5 slider which is a slightly larger version. The larger bearings and slightly larger carrier answers the call for supporting heavier payloads. Hopefully I should have a video review of this unit up soon, but [...]

A follow up video on the DIY Roller Bearing DSLR video camera slider. This is one that was posted about less than a week ago, and might give you some good ideas on crafting your own. It might not be suited for everyone, but you have to appreciate the effort put in to the instructional [...]

YouTube member Sunny01 shares a a simple DIY roller bearing slider most people can build out. A few T-shaped joining brackets on each side, some carefully spaced bearings on top and bottom allow the carrier to ride over the PVC pipes. If PVC isn’t your thing, there’s no reason you can’t redesign around some lightweight [...]

Cinema Skater DSLR Dolly
There’s no doubt that I love the Pico Flex Dolly and all that it has to offer, but some people with the largest cameras (AF100, FS100, RED Epic / Scarlet, etc.) want something with a larger platform. The solution could lie in the latest Kamerar Cinema Skater Rotating DSLR Video Dolly. [...]

Earlier in the week Vimeo member Bagelman showed us his version of a DIY Motorized JuicedLink video slider. I was curious to see if his setup could actually handle a straight up vertical shot, so he’s put together another demo. Yup, sure does go nice and smooth on a straight up vertical climb. [Thanks Gary]

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From Vimeo member Freddy Cordova, a look at Jag35’s latest product – a video camera slider. A roller bearing block rides on two rails, requires two stands for elevated use, and optional leveling legs for ground use. Options for length are 2′ and 3′. You can check out pricing over at the Jag35.com website.
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Here’s a first look at the changes in the newest design Konova K-Slider – Video Camera Dolly. For some excellent examples of the old version in use, check out Olivia’s video (click here).
The most noticeable changes are with the new adjustable feet / legs. The ends of the slider have also been slightly changed [...]

I showed a simple way to motorize a Juicedlink slider, but didn’t have time to go out for some full video clip samples. If you’re wondering how smoothly it actually works, Vimeo member Chad Johnson has a review and provides some excellent examples of slider movements along with a JuicedLink jingle. You can find all [...]