swivl automatic tracking mount for cameras

the ‘swivl’ tracking stand for cameras

‘swivl‘ is a rotating and swiveling camera dock for handheld cameras, permitting the automated tracking of subjects.

the motorized primary dock connects wirelessly to a marker unit, following its every move and keeping the subject in the camera frame. ‘swivl’ tracks in both the horizontal and vertical tilt direction, compatible with iPhones and any point-and-shoot camera or videocamera with a tripod mount. users can hold or wear the marker device on their person or whatever subject they would like tracked; one novel use is in lectures or speeches, where the unit can be used like a pointer to designate what is meant to be kept in the frame.

the result of a successful crowdfunding campaign on indiegogo, ‘swivl’ is available beginning early 2012 for an expected 160 USD. the device will be publicly presented at the 2012 consumer electronics show.

video documentation of ‘swivl’

view of device closed (left) and marker (right)

full view with camera mounted