If the iPhone is the portable video camera for a new generation, then the Swivl is the dedicated film crew.
Fully automated and utilising motion-sensitive tracking technology, this sleek and sturdy mechanised base does just what the name suggest; with full 360º horizontal-rotation and +10º/-20º vertical movement.
Swivl works by tracking the ‘Marker’, a small lightweight sensor that can be clipped onto clothing, allowing your camera to home in on your exact position. Even when you’re on the move.
With a sensor range of up to 10 metres, an intuitive remote control App and audio recording from the Marker; you can Spielberg to your heart’s content or just focus on your job presentation.
Please Note:
Audio and tracking compatible with iPhone 4 & 4S and iPod Touch (4th Gen)
Also compatible with iPhone 5, Android phones under 11mm deep and cameras using the tripod mount for tracking only
Designed for use without external cases
Swivl will work with most tripod mounted cameras under 175grams, (although you’ll lose some of the functionality)
Product Features:
Motion sensitive tracking - The base automatically follows the marker and you up to 33 feet (10 meters). It swivel’s 360 degrees horizontally and +10 / -20 degrees vertically when commanded from the Marker.
Tripod Compatible - In addition to iOS devices, it works with any tripod mountable pocket video camera, or point and shoot camera
Remote Control via iPhone
Multiple, flexible mounting options
iOS Digital Microphone - Capture high quality digital audio through a lossless wireless connection to the marker.
Sports and Standard Mode
iOS App Controlled - This App provides remote controls of video. Swivl can be customised for telepresence, monitoring, panoramics, time lapse and more.
Contents:
Swivl
Tripod accessory
Lanyard
Batteries
USB cable - for firmware updates
Battery Requirements:
Base requires 2x AA or an AC Adaptor - available as an accessory/li>
Wireless Marker requires 2x AAA batteries
Optional Accessories
The Base operates on 2x AA batteries and provides you with four hours of action capture. It also can be operated with a separate AC Adapter accessory, also available from Firebox.
Dimensions:
Base measures approximately 14cm(W) x 3.8cm(D) x 10.5cm(H)
Remote measures approximately 5cm(W) x 2cm(D) x 6.4cm(H)
I've see these in use on YouTube, shay Carl is the spokes person for them and its a great tool for bloggers and presentations. Also great for Skype calls when wondering around and chatting. Also perfect for action shots when shooting a video. Great to see this product now becoming available to buy. Emmajo, Derby - 21st October 2012