Cinematographer
Der P10 ist flüsterleise - essentiell für Broadcast und Spielfilmproduktionen. Die Reaktionszeit ist beeindruckend schnell.
MovieTech P10 Remote Head—electronically controlled 2-axis pan-tilt head for cranes and jibs, supporting camera payloads up to 25 kg.
Overview
The P10 Remote Head is an electronically remote-controlled pan/tilt head (Remote Head) from the German manufacturer MovieTech. It is mounted on camera cranes, jib arms, or dollies and allows the camera to be moved remotely without an operator sitting directly at the head. In its standard configuration, the P10 operates as a two-axis head (pan and tilt); it can be expanded to a three-axis system via the optional roll axis.
The P10 is positioned as a quiet, precise head for studio, location, and broadcast applications. According to the manufacturer, the system is used, among other things, for major sporting events such as the Football World and European Championships, where fast, quiet, and exact camera movements are required.
Technical Specifications
The following values are from the manufacturer's specifications from MovieTech.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MovieTech (Germany) |
| Axes | 2 axes (Pan/Tilt); optional 3 axes with Roll axis |
| Max. Camera Load | 25 kg |
| Weight | 12 kg |
| Mount | Mitchell Mount; Euro adapter optional |
| Drive | Digital motor units, backlash-free via Harmonic Drive gears |
| Power Supply | Power supply unit or V-Mount battery supply |
| Transport | Complete in a transport case |
Control
The P10 is operated via a control box with a joystick. Pan and tilt can be adjusted separately; several individually programmable ramps and a zero-point control are available via a rotary switch. Zoom and focus of broadcast lenses can be controlled directly via integrated motor units. One-person operation via hand control is also possible as an option.
On-Set Usage
- Remote-controlled camera movements on crane or jib, for example for high, low, or hard-to-reach positions.
- Quiet, precise movements for studio and location productions.
- Broadcast and live transmissions, especially sports, thanks to fast and repeatable movements.
- The CNC-milled aluminum frame with sliding motor-gear units allows for precise balancing of the camera's center of gravity.
From the crafts
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Director
Remote Heads wie der P10 ermöglichen Aufnahmen die mit bemannter Kamera nicht möglich wären - durch enge Öffnungen, in gefährlichen Situationen.
Producer
Der P10 war bei der Fußball-EM 2024 im Dauereinsatz. MovieTech bietet jetzt gebrauchte Einheiten zu günstigen Preisen an.
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