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Broadcasting has shifted dramatically, from early theatrical techniques to highly automated, remote and IP-driven production environments. As demands for rapid turnaround and richer storytelling grow, camera robotics used in broadcast productions have evolved and become increasingly essential in modern-day workflows. However, Mark Roberts Motion Control entered the broadcast industry from a very different approach. In this blog post, Andrew Codd, Senior Product Developer at MRMC, revisits the evolution of camera robotics in broadcast production. Read more to discover how MRMC utilises 60 years of motion-control heritage earned through pioneering robotics for high-end film and commercial productions to design solutions that meet the demands of broadcast.

For more than a decade, Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC) has supported major darts tournaments across the UK and Europe, including the World Championships, with our specialised robotic camera systems. Using our dedicated darts robotic head platform, we deliver fast, precise, and frame-accurate repeatable coverage for every match, reducing the overall camera platform footprint and keeping the front of the stage unobstructed, ensuring minimal distraction for players and the audience.

As we celebrate 60 Years of Mark Roberts Motion Control, we wanted to spotlight the contribution of our founder.  When people speak of innovation in the world of film, animation, and motion control, they often mention the machines, the technology, the groundbreaking shots. But behind the systems that transformed modern visual effects stands one man with an extraordinary story - Mark Dethridge Roberts - the founder and visionary behind Mark Roberts Motion Control (MRMC). Mark’s journey is not simply a tale of engineering brilliance; it’s the story of an adventurous spirit, a relentless creator, and a man who built a global industry leader from the spare room of his home.

In this interview series, Tom Shelburne (MRMC) and Bryan Bailey (Prestonwood) discuss why Prestonwood Baptist Church integrated MRMC's robotic technology for an elevated worship experience. Watch to discover how MRMC's robotics has helped deliver enhanced storytelling through a broadcast-level production that captures the energy and emotion in the room through a simplified workflow.

Distance is reshaping broadcast production. With IP-based workflows enabling studios and control rooms to operate miles apart, broadcasters need solutions that deliver precision and consistency remotely. Discover how WWTV achieved seamless camera control across 48 miles with MRMC’s innovative solution, the PM-1 PTZ Prompter Mover.

Broadcast workflows are evolving: shifting from rigid automation to flexible, hybrid systems that combine efficiency with creative freedom. Discover how MRMC robotics and software integrate seamlessly with leading automation platforms and unified control systems, enabling broadcasters to reduce costs, streamline operations, and maintain full creative control when it matters most.

For the Cinebot Nano launch, we wanted a film that truly showed what this lightweight, travel-friendly camera robot can do. We turned to Ben Sledge, a freelance motion control operator and filmmaker from Tampa. Ben, who fronts our MRMC Academy series and owns a Cinebot Mini, brought together a small team to create a film that captures the indie filmmaking spirit and shows the Nano in real-world use. We spoke with him about the process, the challenges, and why he sees the Nano as a game changer for the industry.

BritBox’s 'See It Differently' campaign contains an impressive mix of stop motion and live-action, with the Bolt X being key to making it work. Shot just one frame at a time, the team carefully adjusted costumes, props, and performers for each shot, while the Bolt X added smooth, precise camera movement, making every moment feel alive and full of character.

MRMC’s Head of Broadcast, Paddy Taylor, shares how our purpose-built solutions are transforming live event production. Designed for the rigours of touring, our technology delivers fast setup, lasting durability, and dynamic creative control that captures the energy on stage and in the crowd like never before.

Discover how MRMC Broadcast’s PTA-2 Robotic Head enhances the viewing experience for both fans in the stadium and at home.

Take a closer look at how Nikon Ambassador Joel Marklund uses the Nikon Z9, Nikon NX Field, and MRMC SR-1 Robotic Head to capture the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championships 2025.

Explore how MRMC can help enhance worship broadcasts and help create immersive and personal connections with in-person and online audiences.

Remote acquisition technology is transforming the way broadcasters and content creators capture and deliver high-quality content.

Take a behind-the-scenes look at the opening sequence of Severance Season 2 and how the Bolt X Cinebot played a key role in capturing the frantic energy of the moment. Using motion control, see how The Garage helped mirror Adam Scott’s character’s confusion and urgency with some clever camera work, making for a standout opening scene in the show.

The Servant series finale brought the show to a dramatic and visually stunning close. This blog takes a behind-the-scenes dive at how The Garage used the Bolt in tangent with the MRMC Tracker App to deliver a 360° fiery sequence that combined fluid handheld motion with frame-accurate motion control.

This IBC panel session spotlighted Steve Giralt, the renowned DP and Director from NYC's The Garage, as he delved into his innovative use of MRMC robotics and RED cameras in virtual production. Assaff Rawner, CEO of MRMC, and Dan Duran from RED shared expert insights on the groundbreaking applications of their products in the evolving industry, while Milo Hancock from Disguise provided an in-depth overview of Disguise's cutting-edge virtual production technology.

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The Cinebot Mini is revolutionising motion control for filmmakers, offering portability, precision, and efficiency at an affordable price. Weighing just 200 lbs (90kg) when assembled, it’s compact enough for a small crew to transport and set up in under an hour. Its lightweight design allows you to easily move it across the set, maximizing the number of shots per day—crucial for production efficiency.

For the past few years, Gav and Dan, aka The Slow Mo Guys, have taken their mind-blowing slow-motion experiments to a whole new level with their secret weapon: the Bolt. Join us as we celebrate their epic slow-motion journey with this compilation of their best moments, showcasing the magic of high-speed filming in action.

In live news broadcasts, capturing every camera angle is essential for powerful storytelling and engaging content. MRMC Broadcast excels in providing innovative motion control tools and robotic solutions to achieve this goal. With a heritage of over 50 years, MRMC collaborates with top broadcasters like ESPN and FOX News to enhance production value and efficiency. From automated StudioBot robotic arms to versatile AFC robotic heads, MRMC's solutions deliver precise, dynamic camera movements. Whether for studio sets, sports, or election coverage, MRMC helps design workflows that boost creative output and meet diverse broadcasting needs.

MRMC today announced the release of the Super Milo, where macro precision meets high speed. Set to launch this July, the Super Milo promises unparalleled, repeatable camera movements, continuing to revolutionise visual effects creation and solidifying its place as an essential tool for modern cinematographers

When MRMC acquired Agile Remote Cameras (ARC), we knew we were onto something special. The ARC-UHD, the latest addition to the ARC family, is designed to be tougher and more reliable than ever before. Featuring a fully ingress-protected design, integrated wiper solution, and best-in-class sensor, it excels in outdoor applications. With seamless integration options and support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) workflows, the ARC-UHD is perfect for live sports, reality TV, and challenging environments.

2024 marks a significant milestone in the history of MRMC as it is 30 years since we launched the groundbreaking Milo motion control rig back in 1994. It has become the industry standard for precise and repeatable camera movements in film and television production. The Milo broke the mould of traditional motion control systems as it introduced new advanced robotics that allowed for more complex, repeatable camera moves with higher precision than had been seen before. Stable enough for macro work, and fast enough for live-action shooting, it has remained a game-changer in the film industry.

Discover the AFC-180+, a pinnacle in robotic camera technology originally designed for Formula E. With speeds surpassing 180°+ per second, this sleek device offers unparalleled agility. Equipped with a built-in slip ring for seamless rotation, it excels in high-speed sports environments, enabling precise camera synchronization and virtual graphics integration. Despite its motorsport origins, the AFC-180+ is gaining traction in rental houses for its versatile performance, from studio setups to live events. Integration is seamless with the Mark Roberts Protocol and an accessible API.

With the arrival of NAB Show, the Cinebot Max has made its grand debut to the world after being revealed little over a week ago. Boasting an increased payload, reach and range of motion compared to the Cinebot Mini, the Max is set to take the show by storm. We're showcasing the Cinebot Max as part of "The Unreal Ride", giving you the chance to be among the first ever to be captured by it, with the added perk of taking home your own personalised movie.

Slidekamera MRMC now offers a complete range of sliders and control options that allow you to take your PTZ production to the next level. Built on the robust and reliable Atlas Slider, you can now swiftly and securely reframe shots or capture dynamic motion for stunning dolly sequences. 

The new partnership will officially bring together MRMC’s robotic hardware products and Pixelscope’s advanced tracking and autonomous producing software to create a market-leading, end-to-end remote acquisition and production workflow solution, taking sports production to a new level.

The LLS-1 Light Lift System makes it incredibly easy, and not to mention cost-effective, to add vertical motion to your production. No matter how you need to mount the kit, it can be positioned to capture talent, crowd shots or even seamlessly integrate with your broadcast and virtual productions workflows. 

Renting camera robotics for field-based sports production can significantly enhance the quality and versatility of video coverage. Camera robotics offer the ability to capture dynamic shots, track fast-paced action, and provide unique perspectives that may be challenging with traditional camera setups.

The Slow Mo Guys used the Bolt Cinebot to capture extreme pressure changes on gold in a vacuum chamber in stunning slow motion. Gav and Dan steadily increased the frame rate until they reached an astounding 80,000 frames per second to reveal the most intricate details of the gold's disintegration.

Broadcasters use robotic arms to enhance their live broadcasts by benefiting from the arm's space-saving design, automated movement, precision, and adaptability to virtual sets. Compared to traditional jibs, customers can leverage this advanced technology, and deliver visually engaging content with greater efficiency and ease.

Join DOP Max Leithner as he utilises the Titan Slider, alongside the Bullhead Studio, in his work on an advertisement for the German paperless banking organisation — Sparkasse. Discover how the robustness and precision of this Slider kit played a pivotal role in crafting some of the most visually impactful shots in the commercial.

Slidekamera’s latest software release, Slideye 2.0, is designed to cater to the diverse needs of filmmakers and content creators. The application's core functionality is built around an Ethernet connection and seamlessly integrates into your workflow, regardless of your shooting environment.

Turn your phone into a director's viewfinder, frame shots, record moves, and export actions effortlessly.

Increasingly, content creators, sports broadcasters, and news productions aspire to deliver ultimate production quality and unrivaled viewer experiences using new XR technologies. The gold standard of XR-based workflows goes beyond the greenscreen to allow for multi-camera productions that deliver film and commercial quality while maintaining a standard experience for the operators.

We are excited to unveil the new Cinebot Mini, a compact, lightweight, live-action camera robot that gives users full manual control over camera positions — making complex motion control movements simple!

MRMC Broadcast has developed a new approach that allows you to add camera motion to teleportation: to seamlessly bring remote talent into your shot or studio by creating a single moving camera shot synchronised across multiple locations.

Central to any successful PTZ production solution is the ability to integrate any combination of PTZ cameras and rails / jib solutions. Connectivity within the system is key, as it allows you to build systems with scale while separating control interfaces.

We're excited to release our highly anticipated short film, "TIM," (The Invisible Man), created in collaboration with 6 Degrees Romania.

Introducing camera motion and automated robotics into this workflow offers a different way to approach and manage growing productions. Integrating this technology isn’t as complicated or expensive as one might think. Immediately, camera robotics help production teams expand interest while delivering practical benefits, particularly when integrating with PTZ cameras.

The Slow Mo Guys made a recent appearance on the BBC to reveal the secrets behind their stunning slow-motion footage.

At NAB 2023, MRMC Broadcast will showcase three new products, focusing on sports and studio production in our largest-ever product lineup.

Every time we attend a trade show or event such as ISE that took place recently in Barcelona, we get a lot of interest in our rail solutions and people always ask about curved rail.

As a follow on from the launch Thursday Sessions event which took place in December, Gravity Media the world leading global provider of complex live creative production and media services hosted the second networking night to bring the industry’s broadcast, film and TV community together at their Manchester home in the centre of town at the ABC Buildings, Enterprise City.

MRMC was recently featured in Computer Graphics World, where CEO Assaff Rawner reflects on the history of motion control and the continued evolution of Flair.

Attendance at ISE and additional reseller appointments mark continued growth for MRMC Broadcast.

In this feature, Assaff Rawner, CEO, talks through how the versatile nature of camera robotics is causing widespread adoption across a diverse range of industries.

In this feature, Marius Merten, Sports Broadcast Manager, MRMC talks through how sports broadcasting can adapt to the demand for more content as we move in to 2023.

The moco experts down under at Robotface released a great video demonstrating the MRMC Tracker App in action. Until now, Robotface used the app for only tracking cameras but was also keen to test out its ability to be useful in tracking other movements also related to a shot.

Traditional camera tracking systems add complexity and often has ongoing costs. Using X-Y tracking is a cost-effective alternative and has been built in to our product range, including the TRH-1 Track Robotic Head.

While MRMC continually expands on their product range, the QRS (Quiet Rail System) has always been a favourite among customers who are attempting a more creative production, and to provide their viewers with a more appealing and engaging experience

At IBC 2022, we announced our acquisition of Slidekamera, which brings an even wider choice of motion and robotic solutions to MRMC's broadcast offering. The move cements a long-established development partnership between the two companies.

The incredibly talented MuShang team over in Shanghai have been creating fantastic content in their virtual production studio, since it recently opened, and released a jaw-dropping showreel demonstrating their recent work and showcasing the creative capabilities of the studio and team.

The HOW selected two MRMC AFC 100 heads which have been integrated into the eight-camera setup, along with our Multi-Head Controller (MHC) user interface.

AFP, who has a partnership with Nikon, installed the Z 9 for the first time in MRMC’s underwater robotics. By operating it in conjunction with the remote-control Nikon NX Field, impressive underwater photography was taken.

When it comes to the Nikon Z9, the important bits are there, 8K, 12 BIT RAW, live 10 BIT HDMI output and Genlock, which I think is unique in a mirrorless camera like this.

The partnership with Cgagns represents an exciting time for MRMC as it seeks to further embed its solutions within virtual and studio production in Singapore and beyond.

It is that time of year where we round up a collection of high-speed work to showcase just a snippet of the incredible Bolt™ action from around the world. As usual, customers are producing brilliant high-speed action content, and we are spoilt for choice to show just a small selection of the incredible work being produced.

With the pandemic expediting remote workflows, interest for camera robotics technology is growing very rapidly. The use cases for robotics across outside broadcast, studios, and even in houses of worship applications are growing, and so is the confidence and understanding in how robotics fit into the bigger picture.

Starting the New Year, we wanted to share a new high-speed showreel, featuring a collection of fantastic robotics work. The reel demonstrates a range of high-speed systems, including Bolt™ Jr+, Bolt™, Bolt X, and the Bolt Mini Model from some of the top moco operators and production companies around the world, including Mushang, RiTE Media, Steve Hirsch, LÉMA Slow, The Garage, To Be Production, Vū Studios, Axsix, Viramontes, Reflex Motion Control to name just a few.

NAB Show announced this week that both Bolt Jr+ and Polymotion Chat won 2 awards for ‘Best new Technologies’ in the ‘Camera, support, control & accessories’ categories at the 2021 NAB Show Product of the Year Awards.

We are excited to share this testimonial from production company Manmade Media, talking about why they chose MRMC robotics for their work.

The Agile Remote Camera acquisition marks a really exciting point in the development of MRMC automated camera tracking systems. We at MRMC have long been admirers of the Agile cameras.

On the 24th of July 2021, many of our East Coast community of owners and operators came together for an event hosted by MRMC in partnership with Steve Giralt Visual Engineering and the team at The Garage in New York.

Simplify your workflow, boost efficiency and increase productivity – sounds like a dream, right?

It is that time of year where we round up a collection of high-speed work to showcase just a snippet of the incredible Bolt™ action from around the world. As usual, customers are producing brilliant high-speed action content, and we are spoilt for choice to show just a small selection of the incredible work being produced.

One of the recurring points of discussion that has come up during some of the recent demos of our broadcast studio products has been from customers who currently own a jib, asking if I own a jib, why would I even think about using a robotic arm?

The MrMoco Rentals team were super excited to have joined forces with creative studio Tawbox to create the world’s first live-recorded motion control capture music video with Bolt X at the recent Brit Awards.

Every month we’ll be taking a look at some of the coolest & most awe-inspiring motion control that’s taking place across the globe using our award-winning camera robot robots and software as well as a look behind the scenes of some amazing shoots!

Our main objective at the event to provide robotic camera heads in keys positions on the production to capture some innovative angles of the players and the dartboard for the TX.

Every month we’ll be taking a look at some of the coolest & most awe-inspiring motion control that’s taking place across the globe using our award-winning camera robot robots and software as well as a look behind the scenes of some amazing shoots!

We are excited to reveal the new Bolt Jr+ with its newly designed, lightweight smaller track base which now has a one-connection umbilical - allowing for much easier transport and faster setup times.

During the 2020/21 football season, the Deutsche Fussball Liga (DFL) is trialling Polymotion Player to track individual players while they’re on the field.

How do you cover an event where photographers aren't allowed? Last month saw the inauguration of Joe Biden as president of the United States, an occasion which would normally see huge crowds of people, from officials, politicians and members of the public, to representatives of t

We are excited to team up with global PR, marketing and events specialist agency Bubble, who specialise in the media and entertainment technology and services sectors.

We are excited to share this recent collection of high-speed robotics work, highlighting just a snippet of the incredible work created by our many talented customers and showcasing the infinite creative possibilities of using our robotic systems.

The incredibly talented Robotface team over in Melbourne, Australia who specialises in motion control camera work for film and television, recently created a great visual explainer of the world of motion control...

We are thrilled to announce that at last night's 2nd annual ‘NAB SHOW 2020 Product of the Year’ awards, we picked up not one… but TWO awards!

One of the biggest challenges facing professional photographers today is capturing images from new perspectives, images that stand out and push through the noise of our image-saturated world.

Motion Control Operator and Cinematographer, Brendan Isaac (Instagram: @brendanisaac), gives an informative breakdown on how to capture some of the iconic tabletop shots you see in high-end commercials.

We are thrilled to announce that alongside our partners Sky Creative Agency, SkySports and Dimension Studio we have won the SVG Europe TVAward 2020 for Outstanding Production Achievement (Innovation). The award was for our work with Polymotion Stage.

A Collection of Motion Control Work | Heiko Matting is an expert motion control operator in Berlin who has worked in the Film & TV industry for over 15 years, collaborating and lending his expertise to hundreds of commercial projects. The new showreel below includes a collection of some of his most exciting work from the past few years, […]

WELCOME TO SOI DOGS | Thailand based creative tabletop production studio Chopstick Films created an epic sword-fighting scene using the Bolt High-Speed Cinebot rig. The brilliantly choreographed short, dubbed Soi Dogs, was conceived by the team to test the dynamic ability of the Bolt and how it captures high-speed action from many different angles. The […]

Global creative agency Stink Studios commissioned Decatur Dan to capture NBA All-star James Harden and rapper A$AP Fergus for the new Beats by Dre Studio³ Camo Collection using the Bolt Jr., helping create dynamic camera movements for the spot. | The launch campaign, produced by creative agency Stink Studios and photographer/director Decatur Dan, highlights the […]

At this year’s IBC Show we’ll be showcasing our range of automated solutions and high speed robotics. Split between two locations, hall 10, stand D.26 will feature a range of innovative multi-camera automated systems, including Polymotion Stage, Polymotion Chat and Polymotion Player, as well as the Nikon Z series camera range. Whilst in hall 12, […]

Polymotion Stage | In partnership with Sky Sports, Polymotion Stage launched during the 148th Open at Royal Portrush, with many of the world’s top golfers being amongst the first to be filmed. The players are in and out of the Polymotion Stage within minutes, enabling Sky Sports to use their digital duplicate during broadcast for […]

Steve Giralt in Action with the Bolt Cinebot rig | Photographer, Director and Visual Engineer Steve Giralt gives a tour of his studio and talks about the incredible robotics he uses to create his work. His New York studio is like Iron Man’s workshop, equipped with a range of robotics (including Bolt), Steve creates various […]

Post courtesy of Unrealengine | Located in Sweden, Stiller Studios is one of the most technically advanced VFX studios in the world. It can offer its clients advanced motion control and motion capture equipment, housed within a huge pre-lit green-screen space, all tied together with live real-time preview on set, courtesy of Unreal Engine. What makes this […]

Post courtesy of Broadcastnow | The robotic cameras are automatically controlled by ChyronHego Tracab data Brighton and Hove Albion FC has installed a series of high-quality robotic cameras at Falmer Stadium that automatically film wide-angle footage of matches for post-game video analysis. The cameras use real-time tracking data from ChyronHego’s Tracab to accurately follow the […]

Today we are proud to reveal our exciting plans for what is shaping up to be our biggest ever exhibition at NAB Show, in Las Vegas. Across both our camera robotics and broadcast solutions we will be co-exhibiting with Nikon in the central hall on stand C6019, whilst in the central lobby we are back to […]

Article: The Rise Of The Robotic Camera | from The Broadcast Bridge | By Adrian Pennington The rise of the PTZ camera, discussed in a previous post, fits into the wider trends for remote operation, robotic cameras, and automated content production. We spoke with Mark Roberts Motion Control (Nikon-owned since 2016), one of the pioneers in […]

  Multi-camera Control Designed for live sports capture, Polymotion Player is an innovative, portable, multi-camera workflow solution that gives a single operator the ability to record a match from multiple camera positions simultaneously. Polymotion Player maps out the playing area and the locations of up to 12 robotic cameras. The camera operator follows the action […]

MRMC’s High Speed 360 rig was used to capture dynamic footage of Andy Murray for a new Jaguar commercial. To allow Andy the freedom to move and strike the ball for the required shots, a specially designed larger platform was built that allowed him to perform safely. Creative agency Wing London turned to MRMC’s Rentals […]

Join Us for the Latest MRMC Technology at IBC Show After a huge show at NAB earlier this year occupying the largest stand we’ve ever had, we now plan for IBC 2018. Partnering with Nikon B.V., this year we’ll have multiple stands, demonstrating the latest MRMC technology at IBC, including a highly exciting interactive Bolt display! Sharing the […]