Syrp Genie Mini Panning Motion Control System

2019-05-30T14:31:51

It's a great start to a control system for my product videos but boy does this thing make some noise. It has this stuttery grinding type noise that sounds like bees and a weed-whacker making out. It's terrible. If you're using this I have to assume your audio is coming from some other source. Otherwise, it's too loud and you will hate it. The app interface is extremely easy to use and intuitive. It is the best part of the system. It's a great little setup but I have yet to use any other so I can't compare it to someone like edelkrone or other brands out there. I'd be interested to see how they compare because I want to expand the system and get a slider but that noise is almost prohibitive given the cost.

WILFORD R.

2018-12-17T09:12:29

Software is super easy, with minimum crashes, easily fixed by a re-start. Build is solid. Support is great. For product spins, getting back to a particular frame is difficult as they’re not numbered in the interface, and getting back to your precise starting point is off by a couple millimeters. 90% of shooters won’t be bothered though. Highly recommend.

Mark M.

2018-03-29T13:01:33

Having gotten the bug that is to create time lapses, adding this device to my kit was a great step up. I've tried to create movement in editing apps, but just hasn't really given me what I was hoping. Picking this up lets me create the movement while creating the time lapse and giving a much more quality result.. The app that you download is about as straightforward that I think you can make it, and easy to setup the conditions for you to start taking the shots. I've given it a run with it driving the picture intervals, and while having the inbuilt camera intervalometer drive the picture taking and it is really your choice if you have the inbuilt intervalometer if you need the cable attachment, but it is a nice to have as you can then just drive everything from the app. One full charge and after using 5-6 times it still is holding a decent charge, so it isn't a power hungry device that will cause you anxiety if it will last. If you don't charge up that is another story, but going out charged it should last for anything you want to accomplish in a day (or couple)

Anthony D.

2018-01-05T07:48:58

I still haven't really used it. Setting up I had problems with the connections, but the help instructions satisfied getting it up and running. I will write more once our local boating season starts. Hope to capture some interesting photos. It is well built and for the price I seem like it is a good investment so far.

Craig P.

2017-12-24T07:55:18

Perfect for time lapse. Easy to use. Pairs with phone seamlessly.

Tommy C.

2017-12-20T07:41:32

This compact device is great for panning timelapses. The app works great, and it can fit easily in a bag or coat pocket. It has excellent battery life.

DANIEL W.

2017-09-11T11:34:59

...well made, requires a small learning curve in the beginning, the mfg. support staff is very responsive & helpful if necessary ,overall it's a good investment for it's category.

LARRY M.

2017-09-01T23:19:52

Absolutely fantastic piece of equipment. When paired with a genie, or needs Syrps sync cable, they're the only one that make a 4 connection 3.5mm jack. Aside from that minor inconvenience the addition of the genie mini to the genie and magic carpet has been incredible. I'll be purchasing a second to have a 3 axis soon

PATRICK D.

2017-05-16T16:32:40

I use this with both my GoPro and my Sony a99... with the cable to trigger the shutter. Still perfecting my settings, but the Genie Mini is so straight-forward to set up with the phone app. Definitely recommend if you're looking to add some panning / motion to your timelapses.

Tommy C.

2017-03-23T09:03:25

Very easy to use. You can create a beautiful motion timelapse or video with very little effort. It's very portable and convenient tool. Desirable! For videography the Syrp Genie Mini is excessively noisy and would interfere with any crucial audio.

GARY S.

2017-03-16T17:32:54

Very good for time lapse

PAUL M.

2016-12-08T07:30:14

Easy to setup for panning time lapse!

DAVID Y.