
If you want more precise panning/tilting shots, you might consider purchasing the Grizzly remote control system because, from what I've heard, it gives you much greater control over the speed of these movements. I'll cut to a different camera angle until the MP 101 has 'found' its new angle and has stopped moving, then I'll cut back to it. For this reason, I rarely include any moving (panning and/or tilting) shots from the MP 101 controlled camera in my edited videos. It will look like the camera is 'hunting' for a shot as you are also trying to zoom in or zoom out to create a new composition. It's possible to perform simultaneous panning and tilting movements with the Bescor MP 101, but it's extremely difficult to execute these combined movements with any degree of precision. It's also a good idea to secure any cables hanging from the camera and/or the Bescor so the camera doesn't get hung up on these as you pan around (I use velcro strips that I wrap around the center column of my tripod). You also want the tripod head to be perfectly level or you'll get tilted angles as you pan around. I can then adjust the angle of the camera down slightly so I can get a good closeup of the ring slipping onto the bride's finger.If you plan on using the Bescor for weddings, be sure to get a tall tripod (at least 6') so you can shoot over the heads of the groomsmen as the bride comes down the aisle. I find the movement to be very smooth (not jittery like in the sample video-I think that's just because it's on the web) and also very quiet.For weddings, I screw one of theseonto the bottom of the camera before placing it onto the Bescor. I think they're great for the $, although you can purchase one of these setups for a lot more $ if you want greater control over the speed of the panning/tilting as well as controlling features on your camera (focusing, exposure, etc).Although the Bescor MP 101 comes with a (wired) remote control that has a slider that seems to indicate that it has variable speed control, it really only has 2 speeds: slow & fast. I've owned 3 of these (Bescor MP 101) for 8+ years and use them mostly for weddings.

Many people love the CamRanger, but I find the system unstable, and when it hangs the server needs to be restarted, which is pretty annoying when it's on a mast 12m up in the air.An alternative (and better) solution for wirelessly controlling a camera is which is donationware and runs on the same hardware as the CamRanger (the TP-Link MR3040, which costs around 40 USD when bought without the CamRanger firmware installed). 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.Wireless remote control hack for Bescor MP-101 motorized tripod headWireless remote control hack for Bescor MP-101 motorized tripod headIntroductionThe is a motorized tripod head that in its original form is controlled by a four-button switch connected by cable.It's a popular and well-built device that is crying out for wireless control.If you buy the very expensive (350 USD) for wireless control of your camera, there is an (expensive) accessory available that allows you to also control the Bescor MP-101. The maximum horizontal angle is ☑70 degrees, and the maximum vertical angle is ☑5 degrees.

All tripods and cameras are compatible.An Auto Pan Mode allows for continuous panning motion, and a switch selector lets you assign end points at 45°, 90°, or 340°.
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Incorporate the intervalometer with automated or manual pan/tilt.
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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. The CamRanger PT Hub is compatible with the MP-360 (or MP-101, Bescor, or Hague tripod.

Two independent motors smoothly operate horizontal and vertical motion at adjustable speeds. SPECSREVIEWS 179Q&A 16ACCESSORIESThe Bescor MP-101 Motorized Pan & Tilt Head attaches between a tripod and camera and enables remote panning and tilting of the camera.
