Canadian specialists in motion control camera work for film and television.

Our High-Speed Motion Control System is the perfect tool to capture stories and products in new and unseen ways.

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Mars is customizable. Contact us to get a solution for your production needs.

Mars is in Mississauga and available for location jobs. We deliver within Canada.
  • Compact, can fit through a doorway
  • Audio playback sync with robot system, great for performances and music videos
  • 4 programmable frame-accurate GPO trigger outputs – used for synchronizing pneumatics, pourers, droppers, and other devices. Can be actuated at any frame
  • Support of Focus, Iris and Zoom motors and 2 external stepper motors (rotary table, pouring rig etc). Expansion is possible to up to 8x stepper motors, perfectly in sync with the robot.
  • Pulse synchronization for select cameras – used for multipass compositing
  • VFX pipeline to Blender, Nuke, Maya
  • Bloop laser marks the first and last frames of the robot move with a flash of light. The blooped frame enables editors to match up composed shots in post quickly
  • In-person demos also available!

Robot specs:

  • Size and Weight

    2x2 ft Mobile pedestal with 4 main and 4 telescopic legs for extra stability.

  • Rated Payload:

    10kg

  • Reach:

    1.44m or 4.8 ft

  • Lowest position

    0m

  • Max Speed

    Overall speed is 5.4m/s. For linear move max speed is 2m/s

  • Repeatability

    +- 0.04mm

  • Line Voltage

    120v 20amp with max consumption of 2.4 KVA Can work on 15 amps with reduced max speed or payload

mars moco motin control robot

Client

GoodLife Fitness / Fela.tv

Categories

Motion Control

Shift perspectives about fitness from perfect physiques and big biceps, toward celebrating real people who are putting in the time to exercise

Being a fitfluencer is just about getting up, and showing up. It’s knowing the effort that you put in will inspire someone else along the way. If you can do that, then you’re a GoodLife fitfluencer.

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Client

Sleeman

Categories

Motion Control, Visual engineering

A pour shot that previously wasn't possible

Collaboration with Dripstudio.tv and Immersion room to put together a high-speed virtual production. Shooting 480fps in LED volume allowed us to shoot a pour shot that previously wasn't possible without CGI.

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Client

Sleeman

Categories

motion control, unreal engine 5

First slow motion virtual production commercial

For this project, Mars was synchronized with the Immersion Room LED wall to shoot a high speed pour shot through different virtual environments in a way you've definitely never seen before. Collaboration with Dripstudio.tv

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Client

Ontario Power Generation

Categories

Motion Control

Don't get lured into dam waters. Dam water conditions can change fast, creating deadly currents.

This project is about the dangers of hydro stations and dams, where within seconds water levels can rise, become turbulent and create a life-threatening situation.

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Client

LNQ

Categories

commercial, product

Wearable Internet

LNQ wearable Internet wanted a unique showcase of their product and we executed it using a rotary table and a motion control system to achieve perfect repeatability every time.

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Client

The Deciem

Categories

Motion Control

It takes two.

Hyaluronic Acid 2% +B5 boosts hydration - making skin more supple, while Niacinamide 10%+ Zinc 1% brightens - making skin look more luminous

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Client

Smith

Categories

Product

Motion Control

For this project, our purpose was to make a frozen time effect with brushes and to explore them in motion

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Client

Lactaid

Categories

Motion Control

Phantom, probe lens and MoCo

Milk commercial for Lactaid

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Client

Spec commercial

Categories

Motion Control

Yogurt spec commercial

Short and fun spec commercial made in collaboration with dripstudio.tv

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Client

Kinetic Sand

Categories

Motion Control

Kinetic Sand Commercial - Mowad production company

Commercial for Kinetic Sand

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Client

Chophouse Steaks

Categories

Motion Control, Visual engineering

Chophouse Steaks. Meaty perfection

Steak commercial for Chophouse Steaks

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Client

Silverstein

Categories

Motion Control

Music Video

Music video shot at Canteen Studios, produced by Drip.tv

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Client

The Ordinary

Categories

Motion Control

Commercial for one of the most popular products from the Ordinary

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Client

Unilock

Categories

Motion Control, Visual engineering

Easy clean products

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Client

Jaja

Categories

Motion Control, Visual engineering

🌶️Cheers to good times🌶️

Made Possible By Westside & Mars Media @westside_studio @marsmediatv Director, EP, Post-Supervisor - Kate Ince @kate.ince Co-DP & EP - Nicole Shapiro @nshaps Co-DP - David Grif @neon_criminal Motion Arm Operator - Vlad Litvak @vlad.litvak 1st AC - Max Mezo @max_mezo Gaffer - Sergei Konovalenko @jhongult Grip - Meto Asi @meto_______ Swing - Sofia Abud @sof_abud Producer - Natalie D'Urbano @ndproducer PA - Will Cox @wllcx Set Design - Nicole Billark @nicolebstylist @plutinogroup Props - Nicole Billark @nicolebstylist @plutinogroup Food Stylist - Haley Polinsky @haleythemaker Food Assist - Andrea Lane @andrea.e.lane Food Assist - Per Haley @girl.food____ Wardrobe - Emily Brunka @emailybrunka Wardrobe Assist - Chrissy @chrissygrrrl MUHA - Samantha Pickles @samrpickles @judyinc MUHA Assist - Divya Asnani @divyaasnani Stills - Kate Ince @kate.ince Editor - Cameron Lasovich @caaaaaaaaaaaam @saintseditorial Colourist Producer - Stephanie Pennington @snuppie27 Colourist - Jordan Benegbi @jordanbenegbi @thevanity VFX Producer - Erica Bourgault-Assaf @ebourgau @fortyorkvfx VFX - Melissa Vasiliev @melissavasiliev @fortyorkvfx Motion Graphics - Serina Choi @ser.ch19 @fortyorkvfx Sound & Composing - Julia Vasiliev @juliavasiliev Talent - Aysha Raza @ayyshraz Talent - Nikki Dan @nikkidannn Talent - Andrew Baahgyebi @andrewgyebi @dulcedomodels Talent - Zachary Borowets @zacborowets @dulcedomodels BTS Video - Kyle Boham @like.lasagna Catering - The Graze Anatomy @thegrazeanatomy

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Client

Bellwoods Brewery

Categories

Visual Engineering, Special Effects

New Hoppy special effects rigging work for @bellwoodsbeer 🍺

We built wheat fields , which were controlled by pneumatic air pistons (took over 48 hours). Prepared and motorized hero pour scenes, pneumatic actuated waves and alot of other SFX fun! Production Company: Cordillera Collective @cordilleracollective Client: Bellwoods Brewery @bellwoodsbeer Director: Andres P. Galicia / John McCain Director of Photography: Andres P. Galicia @andrespgaliciadop Executive Producer: Mariana Duran @muanchox Associate Producer: Khasan Aripov @aripovkh Associate Producer: Mehran Shojaei Producer: Jaclyn Manishen @jaclyn647 Studios: SP Studios Canada @spstudioscanada Studio Manager: Connor McNeilly Editors: School Editing @schoolediting Editor: Taylor McWade Producer: Tim Simpson Assistant Editor - David Ngandu Post Production: Alterego Post @alteregopost Producer: Spencer Butt Colourist: Jonah Venneri VFX: Sebastian Boros VFX assistant: Melany McEachern Sound Mix + Design: Studio Cuarenta & Dos Gerardo Beltrán & Marco Peña Rigging team: Mars Media @marsmediatv Rigger: Vlad Litvak Rigger: David Grif Prop Master: June Charles SFX rigging assistant: Andrei Ermolaev SFX rigging assistant: Daria Boiarintseva G&E Gaffer: Hadrien Gass Key Grip: Nazariy Andrkhiv Best Electric: Jeremy Lorin 1st AC: Dylan M. Young 2nd AC: Jony Hwang Unreal Engine: SP Studios Virtual Production Supervisor: Connor McNeilly @r0n0c Unreal Engine Operator: Ryan Lovelock @eloquint Volume Wall Operator: Parth Bhagat @grimjogger Motion Control: SP Studios Operator: Adam Shone @shoneadam Motion Control Assistant: Brandon Reitsma @brandonreitsmadp Lighting G&E Equipment: Canada Film Equipment @canadafilmequipment_ BTS: Sidd Suresh Cristopher Greef @chrisgreef

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Sleeman - Making of
Sleeman
Stay Clear Stay Safe
LNQ
The Ordinary
Makeup Brushes
Lactaid
Yogurt
Kinetic Sand Mermaid Crystal Playset
Chophouse Steaks
Silverstein - Poison Pill
The Ordinary
Unilock
Jaja
Bellwoods Brewery - Stay Classy
Robot arm motion control camera with mug of beer

About Us

Ever watched an advert for your favorite brand on television and wondered how seamless it was for them to capture their story beautifully and from different angles? The secret lies in producing such robotic camera systems, which we are experts in.

Marsmoco is a robotics company whose core technology is motion control cameras to capture the best moments of your brand for film, television, and social media.

We’re excited to provide our robotic arm service in any part of Canada! Our robotic camera operator will bring the Robotic Arm rental up to your location and set it up for you. Accessories like focus, iris and zoom motors are included with every rental. This allows our clients to create amazing video content unachievable any other way.

REACH OUT to us today to make your next project unforgettable!

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Our Benefits

Marsmoco is on a mission to provide auspicious rental services for robotic camera systems across Canada.

We understand that finding a trusted and affordable rental service for robotic cameras can be stressful, so we have dedicated ourselves to providing top-quality service in this field for all brands of all sizes.

We understand that not every brand or project is the same. That’s why our robotic camera system is highly customizable and can be tailored to fit your specific needs.

Furthermore, the robotic arm moves fast and is extremely precise (with repeatability of 0.04mm) in complete unison with the camera, ensuring the final product is flawless and stunning.

Marsmoco is available at Qube studios in Mississauga and can provide rental services across all Canadian provinces.

Reach out and get the best deal for renting a robotic motion control camera from us!

Portability
Our motion control cameras are compact and easily fit through doorways. It has a portable pedestal base that makes it easily moveable and suitable for various activities and functions. Not only that, but our systems are also affordable and a great option for every business. When you contact us for a rental service, we will immediately schedule to send out the robotic system with a team that will help program movements required for shooting. This advanced equipment with unbeatable flexibility was uniquely designed to capture beautiful shots of your brand for advertising purposes.
Highly Customizable System
At Marsmoco, we understand that not every brand or project is the same. That's why our robotic camera system is highly customizable and can be tailor-made to fit your specific needs. Furthermore, the robotic arm moves smoothly and in complete unison with the camera, ensuring the final product is flawless and stunning.
Pulse Synchronization
Our robotic system can be equipped with pulse synchronisation for select cameras to ensure the robotic arm and camera always maintain perfect sync for multipass shots.
Pouring and Dropping Objects
For example, by using a robotic arm, you can pour liquid from one container into another, using our external stepper or pneumatic systems. This is much faster and more accurate than other methods due to a perfect sync with the main motion control system. The devices can be actuated at any frame. Also, a robotic arm external systems can drop objects from different heights into a test container, yielding more variable results.
Catapulting Objects
Devices connected to the robot arm can throw objects across a kitchen set or a studio. This technology has various applications, such as making a burger commercial where ketchup and mayonnaise are shot across the screen at the right moment.
Customs Rigs
Another great use for a robotic arm is creating custom rigs for your production. A custom rig can be anything from an L bracket adapter to mount the camera vertically on the arm to an elaborate setup that allows you to control product movement in complex ways. With our team of experienced engineers, we can design and build any custom rig for your business advertisement.
Frame-accurate GPO Trigger Outputs
Marsmoco's robotic arm has 4 programmable GPO trigger outputs for synchronizing pneumatics, pourers, droppers, and other devices. When actuated on the robotic arms, these devices help manipulate products during a video shoot. For example, the pourers come in very handy during a video shoot for a wine brand as it helps with the pouring of the drink while the camera captures the moment at the desired fps.
Support for External Motors
Our robotic camera arms provide support of Focus, Iris, and Zoom motors and 2 external stepper motors (rotary table, pouring rig, etc.). Each motor can be programmed and remains in sync with the moco. On a request we can expand existing motion controllers to accommodate up to 8 external motors + FIZ.
Pulse Synchronization
Pulse synchronization allows to trigger camera’s shutter in exactly the same time to achieve perfect sync for multipass shoots. In postproduction multiple plates can be combined to create an illusion of multiple objects in one space or to change the object in the frame without affecting the other objects around it. This feature is perfect for capturing movements and changing objects in the frame with precision. For example, if you wanted to capture one person in three different places in a single take, the pulse synchronization would allow you to do so perfectly. It can also be used to capture clean plated to remove rigging elements in post.
Audio Playback Synchronization
Audio playback synchronization is a process that is used to synchronize the sound to the motion control system. Can be used for live performances or music videos.
VFX Pipeline to Blender, Nuke, Maya

Visual effects (VFX) is a term used to describe imagery created, manipulated, and enhanced for a film that doesn't take place during real live shooting. It involves the integration of the actual footage with manipulated imagery to produce a realistic-looking environment that may be dangerous to shoot or simply impossible.

  • Full motion control - run multiple passes
  • Plates - for compositing & motion tracking
  • Time Remapping - adjust the timing of moves

The VFX pipeline involves the people and the steps involved in bringing such captivating imagery to life for film and TV. It includes various processes, from preproduction to visualization, through animation, rigging, 3D modelling, and more.

Our robotic camera arm rental services offer a complete studio robotics offering. We can output an FBX file from each shot and make it ready for packages such as Blender, Nuke, 3D studio, or Maya so that VFX artists can use the camera tracking data in a 3D environment.

Bloop Laser Marks
The bloop laser for the robotic camera creates a flash of light on the first and last frames. This simple efficiency of the robot helps video editors immensely as they can compose multiple plates without having to manually align the shots.
Outdoor Use
Motion control system can be transported for on-location use. Operation temperature ranges from 5 °C to 45 °C.
In-person Demos Available
We're open at our location in Toronto, Canada and we’re always happy to provide in-person demo of how our high-speed precision camera robots can impact your work. We hope that by doing this, we will combat all possible concerns you may have and subsequently get ready to work with us. Give us a call today to schedule an appointment.

The Robotic Camera System is perfect for:

Television

Social Media

Tabletops

Film

Our Services

01

Live Events

With our unique robotic camera system, you can cover all your live events with a guarantee of getting dynamic and high-quality movements. Using multipass compositing techniques and visual effects, we can create footage with unparalleled smoothness that will bring out your brand’s identity.

02

Rent

We rent our motion control robotic camera arm across all provinces in Canada. Our team can transport the arm to your location and set it up, program for your project . Additionally, we include MoCo controlled FIZ motors and other unique accessories which you may find useful for your production.

03

Show

Our robotic system can make a fluid camera move, delivering incomparable cinematography for a show. Time is not lost trying to build cumbersome makeshift rigs.

04

Product Video

Our goal is to make good product production affordable for every start-up and already-established business. That is why we utilize our high-speed robotic arm, distinct from conventional camera movements, to deliver quality images of your products in a unique way. You can make special requests about which aspects of your product you want to get highlighted.

05

High-Speed Motion Control System

Mars Motion Control offers a high-speed motion control system for film and television professionals. Its compact design, audio playback sync, frame-accurate trigger outputs, and support for various motors make it versatile and easy to use. The system is customizable, available for rent, and comes with on-site support. Incorporating this system into a project can enhance production value and facilitate creative collaboration, leading to visually striking content that engages audiences.

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Motion Control Camera Systems for Music Videos

MarsMoco’s motion control camera systems transform music video production with immersive visuals and efficiency. Key features include customization, seamless integration, precision, and versatility. These systems enhance storytelling, creative freedom, competitiveness, and collaboration, setting new industry standards and pushing filmmaking boundaries.

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Motion Control Camera Systems for Live events

MarsMoco’s PTZ robotic camera systems enhance live events with precision and versatility. Designed for diverse applications, these systems boost audience engagement, production efficiency, and creativity. MarsMoco provides consultation, customization, and support for seamless integration into event productions.

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Motion Control Camera Systems for Advertising and Marketing

MarsMoco provides advanced robotic motion control camera systems for advertising and marketing campaigns, offering enhanced visual storytelling, improved efficiency, and a competitive edge with its customizable and scalable technology.

Case Studies

Ontario Power Generation

Sleeman

Sleeman – Making of

What Makes A Fitfluencer | GoodLife Fitness

Lactaid

Makeup Brushes

The Ordinary

LNQ

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FAQ

A robotic camera system is a versatile and comprehensive tool to capture video footage. Unlike traditional cameras (rigs), robotic camera systems allow extremely precise, fast and repeatable camera movements that can be utilized for special effects and difficult shots.

 

With a robotic camera system, you can capture high speed footage with complex movements and precision, allowing you to achieve unique shots that are not possible without motion control. Mars Moco is perfect for tabletops.

 

A robotic camera system is a perfect solution for capturing high speed live-action footage with dynamic movements. It is also ideal for large-scale productions that require extensive coverage. Whether you need to capture dynamic footage or get close-up shots of hard-to-reach objects, a robotic camera system is a perfect solution.

There are various reasons why using a robotic camera system technology is beneficial. Firstly, it automates the entire shooting process with precision and speed that cannot be achieved by human direction. 

Robotic cameras can go to preset positions, meaning you can be sure you will get the shots you want without having to worry about manually repositioning the camera. Overall, a robotic camera system provides several advantages that make it an ideal choice for various occasions.

Depending on the motion's complexity it usually takes from 5 minutes to 1hr.

 

The robotic motion programming process allows you to take full advantage of the robot. We can jog a robot in real-time using an Xbox joystick. We can intuitively design your camera movements, create orbits, control FIZ motors and much more.

 

We offer a prep day at a discounted rate to ensure that out clients will get the most on production day. We also offer moco previz service for projects that require more prep time.

You can be assured that you're in good hands when renting a robot from us. Not only will our robotic camera team transport the machine to your specified studio or location, but we will also program the robot.

 

Mars MoCo always comes with an operator and assistant.

There's no restriction on the size of a product you can shoot with the robot. As far as it fits within the robot's range of motion and shooting area. Basically, items as small as a pen or as large as a car can all be perfectly shot with the robot. The robotic camera arm gives you the power and needed flexibility to create consistent productions of wide variety of products.

 

If you are planning to do extremely slow macro shots, robot may not be the best choice (feel free to consult with us).

The limit to the number of products you can shoot is endless. The products can be within the robot's turntable but can be finely captured. A robotic camera helps you capture a range of products as quickly and efficiently as possible. Once the movement is programmed, we can repeat it over and over again as long as needed.

Yes! Mars Moco packages do not come with camera, so you need to provide your own camera or we can arrange a rental for you (for shoots at Qube studios only). The robot can accommodate cameras up to 22lbs. Our team of professionals is always on the ground to advise you on every issue to help you make the best decisions in all cases.

There are a few factors that affect how long it will take to make adjustments to the robotic arm path. Smaller adjustments can be made quickly, such as position, orientation, keyframe interpolation, and time remapping.

 

Adjustments involving changing the target tracking, orbits, or organic movements will take longer.

 

It is generally best to plan for minor adjustments before starting production. This will help ensure that the final product meets all the requirements.

Yes, audio files can be synced with the motion control camera system. The file should be sent as an MP3. This will enable the robotic arm to move in sync with the music.

Headquartered in Mississauga, but we cover most of Toronto, Vaughan and almost all GTA. Plus we can do service at Ottawa and Montreal 

Packages

Main

If you don’t see a rig or specialty item listed, contact us as we are constantly adding new items and can match your needs. Rates below are for 1 day.

  • Transportation is distance based ($300-$500 on average)
  • Prep day: 240/hr (labour included)
  • Location scouting: $250
  • MARS Motion Control high-speed Robot arm
  • 10hrs labor for Operator and assistant
  • We follow ACCP rates for overtime.

$4800

Specialty Equipment & Rigs

L bracket wooden camera Small and Large
Included
Included
Dovetail plates
Included
Included
Pouring rig
$250
$250
Motion Control Operator
$80/hr
$80/hr
Motion Control
$360/hr
$360/hr
Motion Control Tech
$40/hr
$40/hr
Motorized table synced with MOCO
$250
$250
Rigging kit
$350
$350
Movcam roll rig for Arri Alexa Mini
$250
$250
Wave Super Slowmo
$600
$600
Pneumatic rigs
Varies based on project
Varies based on project
Waffle snapper
Varies based on project
Varies based on project
Sandwich rig
$200
$200
Pressurized tanks for liquids
$40.00/each
$40.00/each
Food and Beverage Catapult
$250
$250

Contact Us

Book in-person demo or just introduce yourself over an email and tell us about your project!

Qube Studios
1195 Queensway E.
Mississauga, ON
L4Y 0G4

Phone: ‭(647) 781-5229‬