Motorized camera dolly with joystick control. Records and repeats camera movements frame-perfect across takes. Required for VFX work where identical motion is non-negotiable.
Description
The Super Panther was revolutionary – before it, there were only hydraulic or manual dollies. The electromechanical lift column set new standards for precision. The Super Panther is a process in film production. The world's first electromechanical camera dolly, developed by Panther GmbH. Oscar for Technical Achievement 1990.
Practical Application
The Oscar for the Super Panther shows how important technical innovation is for filmmaking. The Super Panther marked the beginning of a new era in dolly construction. Panther thus defined the industry standard.
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