The cinema camera robot market just became more accessible with Motorized Precision's new EVO, an affordable, portable motion control system that brings professional cinematography capabilities at one-fifth the price of typical high-end solutions.

Motion Control Made Accessible

The EVO offers film professionals a complete robotic camera system for under $20,000, dramatically lower than the company's other systems that typically cost $100,000-$200,000.

The base robot costs $9,999, with software ranging from $4,999 for the light version (plus $1,999 yearly subscription) to a one-time purchase option for the pro version. Add-ons like camera plates cost approximately $99.

• The system supports an 11-pound payload, enough for a RED Dragon with a Sigma 18-35mm zoom and focus motor

• Battery operation provides hours of runtime from a single Moxie battery pack

• The portable design can be transported in a Pelican case and mounted on various surfaces

Technical Capabilities and Limitations

While more affordable, the EVO maintains professional motion control quality with some expected trade-offs.

• Maximum speed of 2 meters per second (compared to 4-6 meters/second on larger models)

• Works with Motorized Precision's MP Studio software, which offers joystick control, keyframe animations, and 3D visualization

• Can be programmed by physically moving the robot arm to desired positions

• Future updates may include AI-assisted voice control capabilities

Market Impact and Availability

This price breakthrough opens cinema robotics to a broader creator market and signals a shift in production technology accessibility.

• The first production wave sold out within one day of announcement

• Current orders are shipping by the end of the month, with the next batch available in mid-to-late May

• Content creators like MKBHD, who previously invested $250,000 in robotics, represent the high-end of a market now accessible to smaller productions

• The system follows the industry trend of professional cinema tools becoming available to independent creators at increasingly affordable price points