CobraCrane

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Overview

CobraCrane produces American-made camera support systems including motorized jibs, pan-tilt heads, sliders, and intelligent tripods for motion control, primarily targeted at videographers and photographers. The brand emphasizes affordability and app-controlled features for iPhone and Android devices. It positions itself in the niche market for portable, high-quality motion control equipment with a focus on customer service.

History

CobraCrane originated as a spin-off from ProMax in 2006 and was acquired by The SteadyTracker Company LLC, based in Mission Viejo, CA. Specific founding details prior to the spin-off are not available from sources. The company currently lists itself for sale via its website.

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
App Controlled Motion Control	Smartphone-integrated pan-tilt systems	$150 - $800
Motorized Camera Jibs	Portable jib arms for dynamic shots	$300 - $1,200
Intelligent Motorized Tripods	App-driven tripods for mobile filming	$200 - $900
Portable Motorized Sliders	Compact sliders for smooth tracking	$250 - $1,000

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in the United States. Details on in-house versus outsourced production are not specified.

Notable Products

CobraCrane 2 - Motorized camera jib with app control for smooth motion shots.
SteadyTracker Pan Tilt Head - App-controlled pan-tilt unit compatible with smartphones and cameras.
Intelligent Tripod - Motorized tripod supporting iPhone and Android for automated filming.
Portable Slider - Motorized slider for linear camera movements in field use.

Reputation

CobraCrane is recognized among videographers for affordable US-made motion control gear with app integration, appealing to mobile content creators. Professionals note its reliability for entry-to-mid-level setups but limited mentions suggest niche awareness. No widespread criticisms identified in available sources.

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