The unit can also be powered by 6 volt DC adapter, which is not included, I would think a generic multi-voltage adapter would work just fine, obviously making sure it is set to 6v DC power before plugging in.įinally, we come to the reason I could not use the TurnsPro V1-B, the payload carrying ability and the MP-360 works brilliantly in that regard, it can hold a camera and lens weighing in at up to six (6) pounds, which should cover a large range of cameras and lenses, with the exception of larger mega-zoon lenses. Your camera connects to a fixed plate via a 1/4in screw mount and to a tripod via a 1/4in screw hole. Using the slower 90-second rotation, the jitter is lessened, but still noticeable using 30fps. While using 60fps, it is buttery smooth, even when using the faster rotation speed. I tested using 30fps and 60fps, using 30fps, the rotation seemed a little jittery, and very noticeable when using the 40-second rotation. When recording video during rotation, I would definitely recommend using 60fps, if your camera allows. Using the remote, it is possible to pan and tilt at the same time. In addition to rotation, the MP-360 can tilt +/-15°, which for my use case is redundant, but might be useful for leveling out shots for stills.
Rotation speed is between 40 and 90 seconds for a full 360° using the included wired remote, an automatic 360° rotation is the same as the faster remotely controlled speed of 40 seconds. The MP-360 is powered by four AA batteries, which seem to have a more than sufficient life in the unit, I have used it on three real estate shoots, 70 to 100 90° pans, and I’m still using the original set of Amazon AA batteries. If you need to auto stop the rotation after 45, 90 or 340°, buy the original Bescor MP-101 instead. Let’s get the bi-product of the modification out of the way, the degrees switch no longer does anything, so when auto rotate mode is activated, it will continuously rotate until you stop it, or the batteries run flat. And, I took a punt on the Bescor MP-360, which is a modified version of the MP-101, the difference being that the 360 rotates 360° while the 101 stops at 340°. Since buying the TurnsPro, I have bought the full frame Canon EOS 6D mkII and EF 16-35 F/4L, which is heavier than the EOS 80D and EF-S 10-22mm USM, being a full frame camera, so I definitely needed a more robust motorized rotating head. Previously, I had bought a TurnsPro V1-B, which is excellent and feature rich, but it’s payload capability is not enough to hold a full frame DSLR camera and lens, or even a 1.6x crop sensor camera like the 80D, which I owned at the time of purchasing the TurnsPro V1-B, you can read my views on the V1-B here. I have been on the lookout for an affordable motorized rotating head for my real estate video work. ♦ Category: Photography, Reviews ♦ No Responses
It can be used worldwide with an appropriate adapter, sold separately.Writen by Jason Lewis on Feb, 10 2018, 18:47
The Bescor PS-260 AC Power Supply for MP-101 Motorized Pan Head features a 120-240VAC, 60/50Hz input and 6VDC, 700mA output. PS-260 AC Power Supply for MP-101 Motorized Pan Head The Bescor RE-50 extension affords 50' (15.24 m) of additional separation from the MP-101 remote pan head to its remote control. RE-50 50' Extension Cord - for MP-101 Pan Head Remote Control 1/4"-20 threads for tripod, 1/4"-20 screw mount for camera.Enables panning and tilting of a camera remotely at adjustable speeds.This head can be powered by four AA batteries, the Bescor PS-260 AC power supply, or a Bescor 90-645 external battery, all sold separately. The maximum horizontal angle is ☑70 degrees, and the maximum vertical angle is ☑5 degrees. All tripods and cameras are compatible.Īn Auto Pan Mode allows for continuous panning motion, and a switch selector lets you assign end points at 45°, 90°, or 340°.
The two mounting points are the 1/4"-20 tripod threads underneath and the 1/4"-20 camera mounting screw with registration pin on top. Two independent motors smoothly operate horizontal and vertical motion at adjustable speeds. The Bescor MP-101 Motorized Pan & Tilt Head attaches between a tripod and camera and enables remote panning and tilting of the camera. The included AC power supply allows you to power the head when mains power is available, or you can power it with separately available Bescor 90-645 or AA batteries. The remote control allows you to control the head from 50' away thanks to the included remote extension cable. The MP-101 mounts between your tripod and camera, supports up to 6 lb payloads, and can pan and tilt at adjustable speeds. This kit includes the MP-101 Motorized Pan & Tilt Head, a PS-260 AC power supply, a remote control, and two 50' remote extension cables that can be daisy chained together for 100' of extension.
Open source, source code available on github.
Control your camera's pan and tilt remotely with this Motorized Pan & Tilt Head Kit from Bescor. Want to show off my smart phone controlled pan and tilt head which I created using Arduino, small Bluetooth module and Bescor MP 101 Pan and Tilt head.