Epic Timelapse (by Akash Wadhwani) 4K

This is an epic timelapse shot by Akash Wadhwani all over the USA. He used different cameras and lenses which are listed at the end.

More info: http://tomantosfilms.com/14909/motorized-slider-varanus-sv2/
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You can get the Varanus SV2 here: http://fotonexport.com/

Check out Akash's YouTube channel: https://goo.gl/na1qk8
Also his website: https://www.akashwadhwani.com/

We were contacted by Foton, which is a Polish company that produces camera accessories. They wanted us to test out and let them know what we think of their new motorized slider the Varanus VS2.

I was busy at the moment on another job so I asked a friend of mine and also a talented photographer, Akash Wadhwani to help out by testing the kit.

Here is the full review of Varanus VS2: https://youtu.be/DFlNT8SOH50

Here are the cameras we used:
Sony a7S ii http://amzn.to/2p5gcVA
Sony a7R ii http://amzn.to/2oe4cNr

I've had a lot of questions regarding where these shots were taken at so here's the list:

0:00 - 0:15 - Michigan's Upper Peninsula, more specifically, Marquette and Copper Harbor
0:16 - 0:24 - Death Valley National Park, Zabriskie Point, Dante's View
0:25 - 0:30 - Michigan's Upper Peninsula, between Eagle Harbor and Copper Harbor
0:30 - 0:45 - Death Valley National Park, Dante's View
0:45 - 0:52 - Washburn Point, Yosemite National Park
0:53 - 1:02.- Olancha, California, (On the way to Bakersfield from Death Valley)
1:03 - 1:10 - Kolob, Zion National Park
1:11 - 1:17 - Tunnel View, Yosemite National Park
1:17 - 1:22 - Mount Shasta from Lake Siskiyou
1:23 - 1:31 - Lake of the Clouds, Porcupine Mountains, Upper Peninsula of Michigan
1:32 - 1:40 - Ubehebe Crater, Death Valley National Park
1:41 - 1:47 - Kolob, Zion National Park
1:47 - End - Between Eagle Harbor and Copper Harbor (maybe mohawk, MI) in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan

Here is a bit more info on the Varanus VS2. It's an advanced, double drive set for Kameleon sliders 64, 94, 130, 200 cm. It allows you to record extremely smooth and dynamic scenes in motion. Programmable controller precisely manages the operation of the engines and - after connecting the appropriate cable – camera shutter in Time-lapse mode.

Possibility of setting the track, determine the speed of movement and looping, allows to automate the work of a filmmaker. Adding second axis allows for more complicated takes including Slide and Pan or Tilt. Movement in both axes can be synchronized and allows the camera to accurately track the filmed subject. As a result, it becomes possible to develop ambitious film production without additional cameramen.

Advanced algorithms used in the original software allow you to simplify the process of creating time-lapse movies. After selecting the starting and finishing points, setting number of frames and shutter speed, the device automatically performs all necessary calculations. This allows you to avoid troublesome calculations and simplify the creative process.

Efficient, energy-saving motor allows you to work at different planes: from horizontal to vertical and in all intermediate settings. Using popular batteries Sony NP - Series Fxxx provides up to 8 hours (for single drive) or 5 hours (for double drive) of work - in video mode and more than 70 hours in the Time-lapse.
Maximum load of mounted recording device is 6 kg for horizontal movement and 3 kg for vertical.

Set is manufactured of durable and lasting aluminum alloys. Controllers housing is resistant to splashes, shock and allows you to work in difficult weather conditions (-10 to +40° C). Unlike the joysticks used in similar devices, which are susceptible to dirt and - in time - subject to frequent mechanical defects, we've intentionally used hermetic navigation buttons, guaranteeing long-term and reliable operation of our product.

The included holder allows for mounting controller on slider.
The modular design allows you to combine sets or increase their functionality with additional accessories (see recommended products below).

Basic functions:

Two modes – Video and Time-lapse
Works in various planes
Advanced algorithms for track, speed and tilt calculations
Memory bank with 10 slots
Remote shutter release
Star delay and loop
Speed adjustment
RAMP
Battery info
Power efficient
Splash, shock and weather resistant controller
Compatible with Kameleon Sliders.

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