Microdolly, anyone? at DVinfo.net

Ian Lim · January 25th, 2007, 07:00 AM

I cant find any review of Microdolly in this forum. From what i've read on Microdolly's website (www.microdolly.com), it says that the dolly is very light, though it looks not very sturdy and not reliable. So anyone has tried it before? Thanks!

Josh Chesarek · January 25th, 2007, 07:35 AM

It isnt really a review just see it in actioin. I saw it used in a Digital Juice Vidcast episode.

http://www.digitaljuice.com/djtv/seg...&searchid=7926

see it @ 3:50

From the video it looks a little flimsy but if it is taken care of should work. I would just be worried about people stepping on it kind of thing.

Chris Li · January 25th, 2007, 07:50 AM

I've used Microdolly many times and it's rock solid and incredibly well-made. Everything collapses into a small portable bag.
It's very expensive, but it's built to last and can handle any payload.

Steve Maller · January 25th, 2007, 08:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chris Li

I've used Microdolly many times and it's rock solid and incredibly well-made. Everything collapses into a small portable bag.
It's very expensive, but it's built to last and can handle any payload.

Define "very expensive", please? Like, how much is the basic kit as listed on their website.

Chris Li · January 25th, 2007, 05:15 PM

I think basic dolly w/one piece of track is around $2500.

Rohan Dadswell · January 25th, 2007, 06:39 PM

I have owned and used/abused one for over six years and love it. Very quick to set up & pull down. Packs down to a small and light weight package that I can take with me anywhere.

Like all of these style of dollies it's best to think of them as a 'wide angle dolly' - trying to do a tight follow and a pull focus is a bit hit & miss and best left to a ride on dolly. You also need a fairly flat surface to dolly on but great for adding a bit of movement to an otherwise dull shot.

Expensive up front but has lasted

Ian Lim · January 25th, 2007, 10:45 PM

Yep it is pricey. I've just received pricelist from Microdolly, the basic kits costs about 2500 USD.

Deke Ryland · June 7th, 2007, 02:48 AM

Is there such a thing as a dolly kit that's non-DIY for under 300 bucks?

Stacy Dudley · June 7th, 2007, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deke Ryland

Is there such a thing as a dolly kit that's non-DIY for under 300 bucks?

Probably not but if you decide to go ahead and DIY, here is a new vidcast from Digital Juice on how to make one step by step. Very easy to follow:

http://www.digitaljuice.com/djtv/seg...how=all_videos

Parts list and written instructions in PDF format here:

http://downloads.digitaljuice.com/dj...1-DIYDolly.pdf

Stacy

January 25th, 2007, 07:00 AM	#1
Ian Lim Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 178	Microdolly, anyone? I cant find any review of Microdolly in this forum. From what i've read on Microdolly's website (www.microdolly.com), it says that the dolly is very light, though it looks not very sturdy and not reliable. So anyone has tried it before? Thanks!

January 25th, 2007, 07:35 AM	#2
Josh Chesarek Major Player Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Winter Park, FL Posts: 978	It isnt really a review just see it in actioin. I saw it used in a Digital Juice Vidcast episode. http://www.digitaljuice.com/djtv/seg...&searchid=7926 see it @ 3:50 From the video it looks a little flimsy but if it is taken care of should work. I would just be worried about people stepping on it kind of thing. __________________ Simple Thought Productions - Life @ 30,000 Words per second

January 25th, 2007, 05:15 PM	#5
Chris Li Regular Crew Join Date: May 2004 Location: Wash. DC area Posts: 154	Expensive I think basic dolly w/one piece of track is around $2500.

January 25th, 2007, 07:50 AM	#3
Chris Li Regular Crew Join Date: May 2004 Location: Wash. DC area Posts: 154	I've used Microdolly many times and it's rock solid and incredibly well-made. Everything collapses into a small portable bag. It's very expensive, but it's built to last and can handle any payload.

January 25th, 2007, 06:39 PM	#6
Rohan Dadswell Major Player Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Canberra Australia Posts: 228	I have owned and used/abused one for over six years and love it. Very quick to set up & pull down. Packs down to a small and light weight package that I can take with me anywhere. Like all of these style of dollies it's best to think of them as a 'wide angle dolly' - trying to do a tight follow and a pull focus is a bit hit & miss and best left to a ride on dolly. You also need a fairly flat surface to dolly on but great for adding a bit of movement to an otherwise dull shot. Expensive up front but has lasted

January 25th, 2007, 10:45 PM	#7
Ian Lim Regular Crew Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 178	Yep it is pricey. I've just received pricelist from Microdolly, the basic kits costs about 2500 USD.

June 7th, 2007, 02:48 AM	#8
Deke Ryland Major Player Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Washington, USA Posts: 213	Is there such a thing as a dolly kit that's non-DIY for under 300 bucks?