MRMC SR-1: a next-generation remote production camera robot

MRMC, a Nikon company, will conduct demonstrations at IBC 2023 of the new SR-1, a pan-tilt head designed for use in locations inaccessible or hazardous to camera operators.

The system has been designed as a tool for remote production of the latest generation that will improve the creativity of the shots, help capture new angles and easily achieve shots that would be “impossible” by hand.

Compact and lightweight, the SR-1 is easy to transport, set up, mount and control. It is compatible with cameras with a payload of up to 4 kilos. The head has a velocidad de eje de 30 grados por segundo y un rango de giro de aproximadamente 120 grados.

El sistema es independiente de la cámara y el objetivo, lo que ofrece a los usuarios más opciones y flexibilidad para utilizar los equipos que ya poseen. El SR-1 dispone de control IP completo, se puede controlar a través del MHC de MRMC o de sistemas de terceros y es compatible con el software de seguimiento automatizado Polymotion Chat de MRMC.

Paddy Taylor, Head of Broadcast Solutions at MRMC, notes that "the SR-1 is a powerful new tool for professional photographers and videographers. It is perfect for situations where the presence of a human operator is difficult or dangerous, such as in hazardous environments or at high altitudes. The SR-1 is also a great option for capturing dynamic shots that would be difficult to achieve manually."