Gudsen MOZA Slypod – Motorized Monopod-Slider Combo Announced
At NAB 2019, Gudsen Technology is presenting the new MOZA Slypod – the world’s first motorized monopod that can also function as a slider with motion control technology.
MOZA Slypod
Gudsen describes their new innovative product, the MOZA Slypod, as a 2-in-1 motorized monopod & slider. The carbon fiber body makes the Slypod weigh less than 1,000g (35oz), including its built-in batteries. Despite its low weight, the Slypod can handle a vertical payload of up to 18kg (40lb) and a horizontal payload of up to 12kg (26.5lb).
The special motor inside the Slypod is capable of producing the 1Nm torque to drive up to an 18kg payload. Its acceleration from 0 to 10,000rpm takes only 15 microseconds. The embedded precision motion control algorithm enables repeatable and smooth motion.
The telescopic length, sliding speed and programmable motion time-lapse can be controlled via the MOZA App and the optional MOZA Hand unit. The Slypod is designed to be maintenance-free, also protecting the fully built-in transmission system from wind, sand and dust.
The MOZA Slypod is equipped with CAN Bus, which can be connected to multiple MOZA products through the Multi-CAN port. It can also be integrated to work with MOZA Air 2, MOZA AirCross 2 and iFocus products for multi-axis camera movement (with a future firmware upgrade).
The price and availability of the Slypod has not been revealed yet. We will update this article once the information is available.
What do you think of the new Gudsen MOZA Slypod? Have you seen or used a similar device before? Let us know in the comment section below the article.
