Motorized Precision has introduced EVO, a compact cinebot designed for precise, repeatable motion control. With a price tag under $10,000, it’s a lightweight alternative to bulkier systems, aimed at filmmakers, content creators, and production teams who need programmable camera movement. With EVO set to debut at NAB 2025, let’s take a closer look at what to expect.
Motorized Precision, based in Portland, Oregon, specializes in motion control solutions for film, broadcast, and content creation. Their lineup includes cinema robots, model movers, and software, and EVO is the latest addition to their range, offering a more accessible and portable option for precision camera movements.
EVO – key features
While you will have to wait until NAB to see EVO in action, the company describes it as a compact, portable system that’s easy to set up. It’s built for smooth, automated camera motion while maintaining accuracy. Compared to traditional systems, it comes in at a lower price point while still being versatile enough for a range of production needs.
Here are the specifications:
- Payload Capacity: Up to 11 lb (5 kg)
- Maximum Height (Z-Axis Max): 4 ft / 1.2 m
- Maximum Reach (From Center): 2.79 ft / 0.85 m
- Shooting Speed: 6.56 ft/s / 2 m/s
- Maximum Joint Speed: 180°/s
- Repeatability: ± 0.02 mm
- Power Requirements: Single-Phase 110V (Can operate on a battery pack providing 110V)
- Materials: Aluminum and Carbon Fiber
Price and availability
EVO will be showcased at NAB 2025, where attendees can see it in action. It will be available for pre-order starting March 31, 2025, for $9,999 – excluding the required software. While the information is not on their website yet, you can find their announcement for more details and specifications here.
What’s the most challenging shot you’ve ever tried to pull off – could a system like EVO have helped? If you’re attending NAB 2025, what are you hoping to see from EVO in a live demo? Let us know in the comments!
