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Motion Control Services
Robotic precision cinematography for VFX, commercials, and complex productions.
Here is how this works in practice. Motion control systems use computer-programmed camera rigs to execute precise, repeatable camera movements. These systems are key for visual effects compositing, multi-pass photography, automotive commercials, tabletop product shots, and any sequence where identical camera moves must be reproduced across many takes or elements. São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro are Latin America's largest commercial work hubs, with regular MoCo work supporting Brazilian and regional brands.
Here is the short of it. We source motion control rigs and skilled operators from across Brazil, working with stage facilities at Estúdios Globo (Projac) in Rio, Estúdios Quanta and BigBox Estúdios in São Paulo, and Locall de Cinema e Televisão. Our team sets up gear delivery, stage time, and tech support so your motion control sequences are captured efficiently and with exacting 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
Mark Roberts Bolt X / Cinebot, Mark Roberts MILO, and Kira robotics motion-control cross-border from MRMC LA paired with São Paulo + Rio operator teams for product, beauty, and food commercial work
Here is how this works in practice. Brazilian motion-control inventory is hybrid — top-of-stack Mark Roberts Bolt X + Bolt Jr + Cinebot, Kira, and MILO robotic arms cross border from Mark Roberts Motion Control LA on direct GRU / GIG flights inside 24–48 hours (including custom-clearance handling via ATA carnet through Receita Federal / Aduana). This pairs with Brazilian-operator product / beauty / food crews who run the rigs after install. Camera bodies are Phantom Flex 4K (cross-border via Vision Research LA, 1000 fps high-speed motion-control), ARRI Alexa 35 / Alexa Mini LF, RED V-Raptor 8K, and Sony Venice 2 Rialto.
Here is the layout. On the ground, the country's dominant commission type is high-end product, beauty, and food commercial work for Itaú, Bradesco, Vivo, Natura, Skol, Brahma, Heineken, Havaianas, Eudora, O Boticário, Hering, and Magazine Luiza. Plus automotive Fiat + Stellantis (the country's largest carmaker through the Betim Minas Gerais plant) + Volkswagen do Brasil + GM Brasil + Honda Brasil + Toyota Brasil for high-end automotive product shoots.
Here is the short of it. Stage capacity for motion-control runs through O2 Filmes São Paulo (Fernando Meirelles's firm), Casablanca Studios São Paulo, Gullane Filmes, Conspiração Filmes Rio, and Estúdios Mega Rio with full pre-lit cyc-wall + black-curtain studios sized for Bolt X reach + product turntable footprint + Phantom Flex track + crane geometry. Lighting is ARRI SkyPanel S360 / S60 + Aputure 1200d Pro for product fill, Astera Titan tubes for edge-light, and full Litepanels Gemini 2×1 panels for soft-fill.
On the ground, Post pipeline flows through Quanta Post São Paulo + Hogarth Worldwide São Paulo + O2 Pos for Nuke 15.x + Mocha Pro compositing of multi-pass motion-control plate + element + reflection work. ANCINE / Lei do Audiovisual + Lei Rouanet + Spcine + RioFilme funding layers. CLT / FGTS 8% / 13º salário freelance budgeted. ANATEL clears wireless head-control link. Receita Federal ATA carnet for cross-border MRMC gear.
FAQ
Robotic Camera Expertise
What is motion control filming?
Here is the breakdown. Motion control uses computer-programmed robotic camera systems that can execute precise, repeatable camera movements. This allows identical moves to be repeated for many passes, key for VFX compositing, and enables moves too fast or precise for human operation.
When should I use motion control in Brazil?
Here is what that looks like on the ground. Motion control is ideal for VFX-heavy shoots taking advantage of Rio's cash rebates, automotive and beverage commercials shooting in São Paulo, product work for major Brazilian brands, and any sequence needing frame-accurate repeatability across many passes.
What systems do you provide in Brazil?
Here is how the picture comes together. We work with major motion control systems ready across Brazil. This includes MILO for large-scale moves, Bolt high-speed robotic arms favored by automotive and beverage commercial directors, Modula rigs, and smaller tabletop systems for product cinematography.
Can motion control work with high-speed cameras?
Yes, motion control systems like Bolt are specifically designed for high-speed work, setting up fast programmed moves with high-frame-rate cameras. This creates dramatic speed-ramped shots common in Brazilian beverage, beer, and automotive commercials.
How do you handle multi-pass shooting?
Here is what we have to work with. We program moves that can be repeated identically for each pass—talent pass, clean plate, lighting elements, etc. The precision of motion control makes sure all elements align perfectly in compositing, supporting Brazil's top post houses in São Paulo and Rio.
What about smaller tabletop work?
We give smaller motion control rigs for tabletop, product, and food photography. These systems give the same repeatability and precision at a scale suited to Brazilian retail, food, beverage, and beauty brands.
Related Services
Productions in Brazil 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
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