Chinese manufacturer of wireless monitoring systems; Storm series transmits 4K60 up to 915m range, more affordable alternative to Teradek.
The Vaxis Storm 075 Pro transmits 1080p60 signals with 75ms latency over the 5GHz band, while the Storm 3000 handles 4K60 footage with a 3000-foot range (915 meters). The devices utilize H.264 compression and support HDMI and SDI inputs and outputs. Typical transmission power is 23dBm, with the transmitter's power consumption at 8 watts via Sony NP-F batteries. The Atom 500 series operates with 2.4GHz/5.8GHz dual-band technology and achieves data rates up to 1080Mbps. Monitoring is done via dedicated receivers or the mobile Vaxis Vision App for iOS/Android.
Vaxis was founded in Shenzhen in 2018 and established itself as an alternative to established manufacturers Teradek and Hollyland. In 2019, the first Storm system was launched, followed by the Atom series for the consumer market in 2020. The Storm 075 Pro from 2021 introduced improved antenna arrays, and in 2022, the Storm 3000 series extended the range to over 900 meters. Since 2023, Vaxis has been integrating AI-based image optimization and advanced monitoring features into its latest models.
Vaxis systems are used in low-budget productions and independent films where the price-performance ratio is crucial. DoPs utilize the devices for Director's Monitoring during handheld camera work or Steadicam operations. In the Netflix series "The Witcher" (Season 3), second units used Vaxis Storm 075 for drone monitoring. The small size (85x55x25mm for the transmitter) makes them ideal for compact camera rigs. Disadvantages include robustness compared to Teradek systems and occasional connection dropouts in congested radio environments.
Vaxis positions itself between Hollyland (cheaper, fewer features) and Teradek (more expensive, professional standard). While Teradek Bolt 4K LT offers 1500 feet of range for 2800 Euros, the comparable Vaxis Storm 1000 costs around 800 Euros. SmallHD and Atomos are increasingly integrating their own wireless solutions, and Blackmagic Design is developing its own monitoring systems with the Video Assist 12G HDR. For high-end productions, Teradek or Paralinx remain the standard; Vaxis is conquering the mid-range market between 500-1500 Euros system price.
Ich setze Vaxis Storm 075 bei Run-and-Gun-Drehs ein, wo ich schnell zwischen Handkamera und Stativ wechseln muss – die 75ms Latenz sind für Focus Pulling gerade noch akzeptabel. Das kompakte Format stört nicht am Kamera-Rig, aber bei kritischen Szenen greife ich dennoch zum Teradek, weil die Verbindung stabiler bleibt.
Mit Vaxis kann ich endlich bei kleineren Produktionen drahtlos am Monitor sitzen und die Szene aus verschiedenen Blickwinkeln verfolgen, ohne dem Kameramann im Weg zu stehen. Die App-Lösung fürs iPad funktioniert gut für spontane Besprechungen mit Schauspielern zwischen den Takes, auch wenn die Farbwiedergabe nicht ganz Monitor-genau ist.
Vaxis senkt meine Wireless-Video-Kosten um 60% gegenüber Teradek-Systemen, bei 80% der Leistung – das rechnet sich bei Low-Budget-Produktionen deutlich. Die kürzeren Lieferzeiten aus China und der niedrigere Versicherungswert reduzieren zusätzlich meine Equipment-Kosten, allerdings plane ich 10% Zeitpuffer für mögliche technische Probleme ein.
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