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Motion Control Services
Robotic precision cinematography for VFX, commercials, and complex productions.
Motion control systems use computer-driven camera rigs to run precise, repeatable moves. These rigs are vital for visual effects compositing, multi-pass photography, and product shots. They suit any sequence where the same move must match across many takes or elements.
We source motion control rigs and skilled operators who program and run the exact moves your project needs. Our team arranges gear delivery, stage time, and tech support, so your sequences are captured fast and with tight repeatability.
Capabilities
Complete Motion Control Services
From high-speed robotic arms to precision tabletop rigs, our motion control services deliver programmable, repeatable camera movements for any production.
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Robotic Systems
- MILO motion control
- Bolt high-speed arm
- Modula rigs
- Multi-axis systems
- Custom builds
Precision Rigs
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Repeatable Moves
- Frame-accurate repeats
- Multi-pass compositing
- Element photography
- VFX plate matching
- Time-slice capture
Perfect Repeats
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Tabletop & Product
- Product photography
- Food cinematography
- Macro motion control
- Liquid pours
- Small-scale precision
Detail Work
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High-Speed
- Bolt arm systems
- High-speed camera sync
- Fast programmed moves
- Live action tracking
- Speed ramping
Ultra Fast
On Location
Programmable robotic camera moves across France
Motion control sits at the heart of France's commercial and VFX-heavy production scene, and we source the rigs that match each brief. MILO handles sweeping, large-payload moves through Cité du Cinéma soundstages or the Studios de Bry-sur-Marne. Bolt and Bolt Cinebot step in when an Aurélian Studios shoot needs high-speed arm work on perfume, drinks, or automotive product. Compact Modula and Kira rigs drive the tabletop sets behind Parisian advertising. Our French operators have shipped moves for luxury maisons on the Place Vendôme, for automotive launches, and for feature VFX plates supplied to Mac Guff and Mikros.
Each job starts with previs in Maya or Blender, so the camera path is locked before the truck rolls. On the day, our technicians program multi-pass moves to frame-accurate repeats — talent, clean plate, lighting elements, atmospherics. They sync with Phantom and Alexa 35 high-speed bodies when speed-ramped advertising calls for it. We deliver Maya tracking data, lens metadata, and OpenEXR plates packaged for the VFX house, so compositors in Paris or Montpellier inherit a clean, fully reproducible move.
FAQ
Robotic Camera Expertise
What is motion control filming?
Motion control uses computer-driven robotic camera systems that run precise, repeatable moves. The same move can be repeated for many passes, which is vital for VFX compositing. It also makes moves that are too fast or too precise for a human operator.
When should I use motion control?
Motion control suits VFX shots that need many passes, such as clean plates and lighting passes. It also fits product commercials with precise sweeping moves. And it works for high-speed shots and any job that needs frame-accurate repeats.
What systems do you provide?
We work with the major motion control systems: MILO for large-scale moves, Bolt as a high-speed robotic arm, Modula, and smaller tabletop rigs. The right pick depends on the scale of the move, the speed you need, and the payload.
Can motion control work with high-speed cameras?
Yes. Systems like Bolt are built for high-speed work, pairing fast programmed moves with high-frame-rate cameras. This gives you the dramatic speed-ramped shots so common in commercials.
How do you handle multi-pass shooting?
We program moves that repeat exactly for each pass, such as the talent pass, clean plate, and lighting elements. The precision of motion control makes sure every element lines up perfectly in compositing.
What about smaller tabletop work?
We supply smaller motion control rigs for tabletop, product, and food photography. These rigs give the same repeats and precision at a scale that suits small objects and macro work.
Related Services
Productions in France that need this often pair it with Virtual Production, Stop Motion Production, and Green Screen Filming for full coverage. Most projects also draw on Time-lapse & Hyperlapse.
On Set
Need Motion Control Services?
Tell us about your precision camera requirements and we'll provide the right robotic solution.