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Review on πŸ“· Andoer Motorized Camera Video Dolly with Scale Indication, Electric Track Slider Wireless Remote Control, 3-Speed Adjustable Mini Slider Skater for Canon Nikon Sony DSLR Camera, iOS Android Smartphone by Chef Deane

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Whether you need a compact video slider or a video cart, Andoer has the solution for you with its L4 Auto Dolly.

Well, let me explain what a video cart or slider is... Put simply, a video cart/slider is a camera mount on a rail that allows you to go far or, in some cases, circular circular shots. With Andoer L4 AutoDolly you can take both types of shots with one device. What's new+ Compact+ Easy to set up+ Can be controlled remotely+ Captures smooth footage+ Features a ΒΌ-inch thread so you can attach a variety of devices and mounts. Controller Battery - No indicators to point the adjustable arms Build Quality While it's not the prettiest device I own, it's definitely not ugly. It's also built like a tank, seriously, it's a nice weight. I usually feel weird mounting my expensive camera gear on something that isn't from a reputable manufacturer, but the Andoer Autodolly feels very solid. It's also capable of holding up to 11 pounds, although I haven't tried anything that heavy myself. Performance: So far, so good. To be honest, my expectations weren't high given the size of the device, but it worked great with my medium-sized DSLR. Video stability is good on smooth, flat surfaces when the in-camera stabilizer is enabled. If you're using a lens without stabilization, you should be fine too, as long as you're shooting something that's not directly in front of the lens. Also note that the engine is loud enough to be picked up by any camera-mounted microphone, so capture sound remotely. Battery Life: I can honestly say that it has excellent battery life. It is equipped with a 1800mAh battery that I have only had to charge once so far. Andoer claims it can last up to 6 hours on a single charge and I have to agree. Value: I have a hard time appreciating the value of this product. If you're looking for the best value for money then look elsewhere as you can find simple sliders for a lot less. But it's not your main slider. You can take 360Β° product shots as well as panorama shots. In addition, it is motorized and can be controlled remotely with a controller. The question really is, is it worth $125 for what you're trying to shoot? Final Thoughts. This is a cool product that I have a lot of uses for as I do product photography for work and photography/cinema for my free time. The fact that it's so compact is a definite plus. There aren't many motorized pushers/carriages that can simply slide back into the camera.

Pros
  • Delivery was very fast
Cons
  • Almost everything is available