As an Amazon Associate, techvideos.net/ earns from qualifying purchases. (Can't find Rat Rig brand on Amazon any more.) This video explores an affordable approach to more creative photography, featuring the Minolta SRT 201 SLR film camera and the Nikon D3200 DSLR. It highlights the Rat Rig 14‑inch Single Rail V‑Slider, which uses eight high‑quality bearings to deliver smooth, consistent motion—without the sticky feel of friction‑based sliders. The Delrin wheels provide an exceptionally smooth glide and support a high load capacity. Constructed entirely from stainless steel and anodized aluminum, the slider contains no plastic components. The 14‑inch Single Rail V‑Slider brings clean, linear motion to DSLR or small camcorder video shoots. Its aluminum V‑slot rail supports loads up to 26.5 pounds and can be used with or without the optional leg kit. While the leg kit is not included here, it will be explored in a future setup. The rail includes both 1/4"-20 and 3/8"-16 threaded center mounting holes for use with a single tripod and is compatible with Rat Rig’s optional motorization kits. The video also demonstrates how a Neewer black aluminum alloy quick‑release plate adapter, with 1/4"-3/8" screw and built‑in bubble level, is sometimes used in combination with the Rat Rig slider.
More Camerawork in Muvizu
In this video, we take a closer look at the camerawork and how the cameras were used throughout the project. We discuss camera placement and explain how each shot contributes to telling the story. Muvizu animation software makes it easy to bring ideas to life and tell stories through video animation. The story presented here is a pseudo‑drama that quickly evolves into comedy—a style that is perfectly suited to the quirky and expressive nature of Muvizu characters.
The Auphonix 6 Inch Pop Filter for The Blue Yeti Microphone
As an Amazon Associate, techvideos.net/ earns from qualifying purchases. In this video, we install the Auphonix 6‑inch pop filter on a Blue Yeti microphone. We walk through the proper installation process, identify an issue encountered during setup, and compare audio recordings made with and without the pop filter. In audio recording, popping sounds often occur when pronouncing aspirated plosives. Pop filters are designed to reduce the energy of these sounds before they reach the microphone. Without a pop filter, recordings can suffer from clipping, which happens when the microphone is pushed beyond its intended input capacity.
Muvizu – Just Talkin’ Animation – The Race
This video focuses on setting up a running path for three characters to compete in a race. The scene takes place in a large town environment with interconnected streets. Eight cameras capture the action, and because of the number of camera angles, keyframing the cameras was not necessary. Secondary characters are positioned around the running route and are keyframed to react as the runners pass by. We first walk through the setup of one character’s running path, and then view the final rendered video showing the completed race.
Muvizu – Just Talkin’ Animation – Stadium Race
This video demonstrates how to position six cameras to follow the action. Four of the cameras are keyframed. We examine their placement and how the keyframes are used to achieve specific functions. The scene features a large racetrack and seating area. To illustrate the purpose of camera keyframing, two cameras follow a short path to frame the runners at the start and finish of the race. Another camera remains stationary but is keyframed to pan and track the changing action. A fourth camera is keyframed to follow a group of runners as they move all the way around the track. Several secondary characters are also placed around the track and keyframed to react as the runners pass by. Finally, we view the completed result in the rendered video.