Mini-Slider camera-movement system
Mini Slider™ Camera-Movement System

Camera travel: 24”
Dry weight: 15 pounds
Dimensions: 30” x 7” x 2.5”


Shipping weight: 35 pounds
Shipping dimensions: 33.5” x 9.5” x 9”

Our new Mini Slider™ / Mini Video Slider™ camera-movement system is sexy, strong and easy to use. It's the smallest and lightest model we make. And the shooting applications are endless.

The Mini Slider can be a life saver in the fast-paced world of television. To quickly and effortlessly salvage an over-the-shoulder shot is invaluable, sliding just a few inches to get that perfect composition. It can make the difference between a print and a Take Two.

In shooting cars, the Mini Slider can be used for mount work. Or it can simply nest in the center console or back seat. It gives you the ability to level, position and move the camera, while always maintaining control. And whether you rig it under-slung or in the normal mode, there’s no sacrifice in strength or stability. So don’t be afraid to have fun with it. The Slider’s mission is to add to the creative process.

The Mini Slider is also ideal for documentary filmmakers who need a simple yet creative way to get more bang for their buck. Just toss it in a backpack and into the jungle you go. We've re-designed this new Mini Slider with our super-silent bearings and matched rails, making it ride smooth as ice.

The minislider is small enough to carry in a backpack

The Mini Slider is small enough to carry in a backpack.


The bottom of the Mini Slider is tapped with 3/8-inch holes to utilize baby pins The new Mini Slider now features handles that can be used both for camera transfer and for rigging. These handles, like those on our larger models, can be used as a pick point for bracing. The handles and the bottom side of the Mini Slider are tapped with 3/8-inch holes to utilize baby pins, speedrail starters and countless other rigging options.




The low profile of the new Mini Slider The Mini Slider carriage can easily separate from the rotating index to lay flat on the deck. The new Mini Slider is extremely low profile. From camera plate to ground is just two inches. Because you can never get the camera low enough to the ground.





Our Mini Slider can also break free from the center position to quickly and safely extend the camera to an off-set position (application pictured to the right and below). Or you can just as easily bring the rig back towards the operator to fit or spoon the Mini Slider to the most user-friendly position.

The 5/16” allen wrench conveniently stored under the camera plate
 

To extend the Mini Slider's reach, simply locate the 5/16” allen wrench, conveniently stored under the camera plate.

Another view of the allen wrench The center swivel on the Mini Slider

All of the Mini Slider's operating tools are stored in logical places for quick and easy access. Operating knobs and handles are anodized red for safety and control.

Unscrew the top washer on the center swivel and slide the channel until the center swivel is in the desired position. Then tighten the washer.

Have a grip support each end of the Slider while the washer is loose and you will find that this process is both safe and easy.

Don't let the Mini Slider’s size fool you. Its small footprint and light weight isn't giving away anything. It's not the size of the dog in the fight but the fight in the dog.

Our Mini Slider can safely handle large formats. The chassis has been widened to further improve rigging stability. Its 31-inch length  provides a total camera movement of 21 inches. Its width of 8-1/2 inches adds fore and aft support to further improve camera stability.

We've also changed the index system to offer infinite 360-degree camera positioning. The new friction brake holds the Slider securely in place, offering any angle desired. The red control knobs are easy to find, making it quicker to access brake and index changes. This Mini Slider is  user friendly for operator and grips alike.

Mounting options for the new Mini Slider now include the usual Mitchell mount, as well as 75-mm, 100-mm and 150-mm ball adapters. So you can drop the Mini Slider onto any video ball socket tripod. No tools are necessary. The new Mini Slider offers the right mount for your next video project.

Mounting the Mini Video Slider is easy. Mounting a ball socket fluid head to the mini-video Slider is no problem.

Mounting the Mini Video Slider is easy because it accepts either a Mitchell or ball mount. It has its own 100mm male ball head. Notice the hand knob for easy tightening for level.

The Mini Video Slider is perfect for smaller format or European standard camera support. Adapters are available to fit 75mm, 100mm and 150mm ball heads.


The Mini Slider camera-movement system mounted inside a carThe new design of the Mini Slider anticipates what you’ll need to make your next project creative, dynamic and budget friendly. Once you get your hands on it, you’ll see that we didn’t cut corners on parts or quality.

The new Mini Slider is nothing less than a first-class tool.










The Mini Slider's compact size makes it perfect for shooting car interiors.

Mini Slider profile

The Mini Slider in its Mitchell-mount configuration

Mini Video Slider profile

The Mini Video Slider shown with its 100 mm ball and tool-free tie down

To reserve a Slider™ camera-movement system for your next shoot, call Teri at our business office, (805) 496–5289. Then email both your certificate of insurance and your purchase order to Teri@TheSlider.com or fax them to (805) 496–4802.

 

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