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How good is the Kessler Cineslider?

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Im looking at buying a 5 foot Cineslider. Has anybody used these? Id like to hear if theses are smooth enough or is there something better?
 
I own the Cinevate LTS system and it is VERY smooth... its based on a rail & ball bering system that the camera travels on. Ive been using the same unit for over two years and have literally never had a problem with it, nor have I had anything break... it is truly rock solid.

What I like about it is that since it runs fluidly along the track without really any drag, you can get some crazy smooth stuff just by pushing it with the tip of your finger --- The Cineslider takes a bit more practice since its based on kind of geared pulley system, however, you have the option to dampen the drag on it which could be useful, however, I find that alot of footage shot with it can look smooth and then you can see slight moments of drag where the person pushing it does not keep the same pressure on the camera as it travels along.

I think both systems have their pros and cons. It all depends on what you are looking for, I would say if you were shooting a live interview and wanted the dolly look, the cinevate LTS would be your best bet because of the ease of movement when you can only get the shot once... Also I like how the tripod head sits in the bowl that travels along the track, its much more level in its center of gravity compared to the Cineslider, where the tripod head attachment is raised much higher off the ground. The Cinevate LTS also can mount directly to C-stands whereas the Cineslider uses tripods.

The Cineslider is really good for getting precise speeds due to the dampening system, and it also has a crank wheel as well so you can use it w/o touching the camera or the base that the camera sits on. Also a pro for the Cineslider is that it can be rigged up for remote timelapse stuff with the various motors from Kessler. If you use the motors you can get incredibly smooth motion at repeatable precise speeds

Both are great systems. All in all, if your looking for more features and more time spent perfecting your moves go with the Cineslider --- if you are looking for very smooth dolly movement that really only takes one to two takes to get the move nailed... get the Cinevate LTS system.

Its a toss up between more features vs. better dolly function. I think if you can, get both systems, because you will have all your options at your finger tips.

CaseyW
 
Cineslider is brilliant. absolutely no complaints.
I got the 3ft, as i found i can leave it on the tripod and it doesn't get in the way. much quicker. 3ft fits into tighter spaces in real locations, lighter etc. but the 5ft obviously gives you that little bit extra that gives you more of a dolly than a slide, which i do still crave sometimes, but getting a 5ft slider to England proved ridiculous. either length you choose, Cineslider is the best all round slider i have used, smooth as butter with very heavy pay loads, even if your panning and tilting a lot in your move. The drag nob does help you get the perfect friction to balance your weight, but 9/10 times i don't touch it and its perfect at it default fully loose setting; its about as easy as switching on a light. To put it in perspective, i genuinely prefer it to say, the ronford and baker moy sliders, which are the most expensive i have used.


Hope it helps.
 
Cineslider rock flawlessly, with the motors it's even better - and this with a full Red riding on top. You will find yourself using it all the time.
 
The Kessler slider is a very well made piece if kit.

It is professional.

You can operate it by hand, crank wheel or motor.

It has many options and it's ver rugged.

You won't go wrong with this purchase.


David.
 
We have one here and motorised it. Its great manual or motorised.
 
Its great, but its tough getting a proper head on it. 100mm is the biggest you got right now.

I'm Campaigning kesler to build a Mitchel base for it. it can hold the weight.....
 
I like the Cinevate ... the only issue is that the bearings make noise.

Any mic mounted to the camera is hopeless ... you'll pick up the rumbling.

Normall off camera mics can also hear this, but I consider it less of an issue.

I haven't used the Kessler.
 
Just orderd the Cineslider 5' with Revolution 2 axis head and 2 x Oracle controllers. Very excited to use this combo.
 
Look at the MYT Glide. Just got the Med (7" wide) one and it holds the RED with a Sachtler Studio II head great. Very very smooth and almost silent. Plus, it only weighs 12 lbs and can mount to about anything.
 
I'm using the Kessler Cineslider 3 footer. It real nice for loads between 10 and 80 pounds. Most of my moves exist in 3 foot territory and I find it's nice and portable. One bonus about the Cineslider is that the rail is enclosed within a housing which protects it from getting dented. Also it slides nice and quiet. The plate is also easy to rig to.
 
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