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| iFootage Shark Slider PICO, previewed at IBC 2025. Image credit: CineD |
When I first glimpsed the announcement of iFootage’s Shark Slider PICO, my heart skipped. In a world of ever-heavier rigs, there’s something deeply satisfying about a tool built for lightness, finesse, and spontaneity. This little slider isn’t just “small” — it feels like a statement: that even the leanest creators deserve cinematic movement.
Imagine this: you’re out with your phone, Osmo Pocket, or a compact mirrorless. No bulky mounts, no tangled app setups. You press a knob, and the camera glides silently, smoothly, with subtle panning baked in. For podcasts, live streams, interviews — any time movement and audio must coexist peacefully — the promise of “ultra-quiet” is a deal maker.
The iFootage Shark Slider PICO can go really slow – barely noticeable – and pretty fast, while staying relatively silent. Image credit: CineD
I love that the PICO leans on onboard control. No dependence on Bluetooth drops, no wrestling with companion apps mid-shoot. That simplicity gives confidence. And that built-in panning motor? It’s a mini surprise — a “bonus move” baked into the design, letting you add cinematic flair without external gimbals or motors.
The payload of ~2 kg might seem modest, but that’s exactly the sweet spot for mobile creators who don’t carry cinema rigs. Everything about the PICO whispers: “For the nimble, the agile, the ones who want beautiful motion on the go.”
Price-wise, USD 249 is ambitious — if iFootage hits that mark, this could be among the most affordable true motion tools in this class. A Christmas 2025 release feels far off… yet feels like it looms just over the horizon.
I find myself daydreaming about its real world use: time-lapses on rooftops, sliding shots in tight indoor spaces, spontaneous B-roll for vlogs, creative loops for live events. My mind runs through scenarios: “What if I mount it on a mini jib, on a car, inside tunnels, along a riverbank…?”
All of this is, for now, in the realm of anticipation. But that’s part of the fun. Waiting for a prototype, for hands-on trials, for that “aha” moment when it clicks into my kit. I can’t wait to see the first working unit, feel its glide, listen to its hum (or hopefully not hear it), and push it into corners I never thought a motion tool could reach.
If iFootage nails the balance — compactness, silence, decent payload, intuitive controls — the PICO could be a game changer for mobile and hybrid creators. I’m already checking my calendar for Christmas 2025, hoping the day arrives soon.
Stay tuned — when that prototype lands, I’ll be first in line to test it.
Summary of the iFootage Shark Slider PICO
iFootage introduced the Shark Slider PICO at IBC 2025 as a compact, budget-friendly motion tool aimed primarily at mobile creators. (CineD)
It’s positioned below their Nano line: the PICO supports up to ~2 kg payload, enough for action cams, smartphones, DJI Osmo Pocket, or small mirrorless rigs. (CineD)
The design emphasizes portability and ease of use:
• Onboard controls — no mandatory app or remote needed (CineD)
• A to B movement mode, real-time speed knob, and looping mode (handy for live streaming/events) (CineD)
• Quiet operation (important for recording environments) demonstrated in prototype form (CineD)It also includes a built-in panning motor for subtle rotational motion, giving more dynamic shots without additional gear. (CineD)
The speed range is wide: from ultra-slow (1 %) up to faster travel speeds, while maintaining low noise. (CineD)
iFootage estimates a retail price of around USD 249, with availability planned for Christmas 2025. (CineD)
They also teased expansions to the Slider ecosystem:
• A longer 86 cm version of the Nano 2 slider (with lower payload) (CineD)
• A motorized jib accessory concept for smartphones & small cameras (CineD)
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