The 10 Best Camera Sliders
We spent 25 hours on research, videography, and editing, to review the top choices for this wiki. If you are looking to add a bit more professionalism and versatility to your filmmaking, try one of these camera sliders. They are perfect for highlighting wide landscapes, making a revelation, and zooming in and out with the feeling of motion, all while keeping your camera steady.
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10. Koolerton Stabilization System
The aviation aluminum alloy on the Koolerton Stabilization System creates an incredibly lightweight slider with a healthy helping of ruggedness in its track. Its slide plate, on the other hand, suffers from inexpensive bearings.
- jet black finish
- easily mounts to tripods
- maximum weight only 8 lbs
| Brand | Koolertron |
|---|---|
| Model | 03AS-JYMHG |
| Weight | 3.1 pounds |
| Rating | 4.1 / 5.0 |
9. StudioFX 40" Pro
The ball bearing slide system on the StudioFX 40" Pro glides incredibly quietly, and with the ability to support a 15 lb. rig, it makes a high-quality mid-grade option for indie filmmakers. However, it can't connect with store bought time lapse motor systems.
- very smooth with lighter cameras
- bubble level on plate
- tension nub feels cheap
| Brand | StudioFX |
|---|---|
| Model | SLI2 |
| Weight | 7 pounds |
| Rating | 3.7 / 5.0 |
8. Imorden 40"/100cm
The four roller bearings on the underside of the slide plate on the Imorden 40"/100cm work with a pair of chrome coated shafts in the rail that resist rust while running the plate with a high degree of fluidity. It would be a top contender if it were more durable.
- hex wrench in the package
- horizontal operation
- inconsistent brake drag
| Brand | IMORDEN |
|---|---|
| Model | IMD-MS10-0001 |
| Weight | 5.6 pounds |
| Rating | 3.6 / 5.0 |
7. Neewer 47"/120cm
While the tracking provided by the Neewer 47"/120cm is pretty smooth, the frame can only support a camera system weighing in at about 11 lbs., making it a better choice for amateur videographers than for professionals delivering a product.
- double interior rail
- four removable legs
- no bag included
| Brand | Neewer |
|---|---|
| Model | 10080503 |
| Weight | 3.2 pounds |
| Rating | 3.5 / 5.0 |
6. Movo Photo MV-WS100
The Movo Photo MV-WS100 uses eight rubber bearings in its track design to ensure not only a smooth ride along the shot, but also a quiet ride for sound purposes. Its rollers hug the carbon fiber frame with just the right amount of tension.
- supports up to 22 lbs
- 1 year warranty
- responds poorly to camera moves
| Brand | Movo |
|---|---|
| Model | MV-WS100 |
| Weight | 4.7 pounds |
| Rating | 4.4 / 5.0 |
5. Selens Blue 31"
With a spirit level built into the slider plate on the Selens Blue 31" you can check that you're even with the horizon at every point in your intended move and make the necessary adjustments to the individual feet as the landscape requires.
- 6-bearing design
- 8-layer carbon fiber
- not the smoothest tracking
| Brand | Selens |
|---|---|
| Model | Blue |
| Weight | 5 pounds |
| Rating | 3.9 / 5.0 |
4. Neewer 20"/50cm to 40"/100cm
When packing space is paramount and you still need a long tracking shot, the Neewer 20"/50cm to 40"/100cm is, as its name implies, extendable. When mounted on a tripod it can double its length, all while maintaining its 17.7 lb. weight capacity.
- combination belt and ball bearing
- tightens with a hex wrench
- takes effort to balance
| Brand | Neewer |
|---|---|
| Model | Neewer |
| Weight | 5.5 pounds |
| Rating | 4.1 / 5.0 |
3. Glide Gear GEM 235
The Glide Gear GEM 235 is built from aircraft grade 6061 aluminum, just in case you wanted to melt your slider down and build a small jet. Its portability, in flight or not, is undeniable, as is the smooth throw of its track.
- dual length sliding
- detachable handle
- requires a high quality tripod
| Brand | Glide Gear |
|---|---|
| Model | Gemini |
| Weight | 5.5 pounds |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5.0 |
2. Neewer 31.5"/80cm
There's a handful of sliders at roughly this length and price on the market, but the Neewer 31.5"/80cm beats them all out for durability and carrying capacity, with enough stability in its frame to support camera systems up to 17.5 lbs.
- u-shaped ball bearings
- 3 cm leg adjustments
- locking knobs to hold positions
| Brand | Neewer 31.5"/80cm |
|---|---|
| Model | Neewer |
| Weight | 4.8 pounds |
| Rating | 4.7 / 5.0 |
1. Shark Slider S1
The Shark Slider S1 extends to a full 53" at its greatest length, giving you a long, fluid shot with a counterweight to work against any torque from pans and tilts along the run of the track. When not fully extended, the unit fits fully assembled in its padded case.
- extended belt included
- mounts on tripods and light stands
- heavy-duty slide plate
| Brand | IFOOTAGE |
|---|---|
| Model | n/a |
| Weight | 13.7 pounds |
| Rating | 4.8 / 5.0 |
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Last updated on December 15, 2016 by Daniel Imperiale
Daniel is a writer, actor, and director living in Los Angeles, CA. He spent a large portion of his 20s roaming the country in search of new experiences, taking on odd jobs in the strangest places, studying at incredible schools, and making art with empathy and curiosity.
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