CraigP

The Super Mag Slider is a lightweight macro stage for very precise 4-way camera alignment: forward, back, left and right. Ideal for precise close-up work, tilting or macro-photography.

The Super Mag Slider provides 2.5" top maximum movement, 1.3" bottom maximum movement, and only weighs 1 lb. The overall length of the top plate is 8.1", and the bottom base is 4.4". Features two reversible 1/4-20" to 3-8" tripod connections, and a 1/4-20" camera screw.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/193311-REG/Velbon_SUPER_MAG_SLIDER_Super_Mag_Slider.html

https://www.amazon.com/Velbon-Super-Magnesium-Slider-Macro/dp/B004L5GTSM/ref=sr_1_fkmrnull_2?hvadid=77721780973226&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=velbon+super+mag+slider&qid=1554673618&s=gateway&sr=8-2-fkmrnull

Price New = $139.95

Reduced Price = $65 including shipping in the USA and PayPal

Like Brand New , very little use, works great, slides actions are very smooth in all directions.

speters Loc: Grangeville/Idaho

I have one of those and it does ok in a pinch, they are decent for the money ( I paid $65 new), but I certainly would not call them precise, but like I said, for the money they are ok!

photodoc16

Hi CraigP,
A question if you please.
I assume this rail attaches to a tripod head via the screw attachment on the tripod which is a standard size or two. How can it be used off a tripod and be stable?
Thanks,
Photodoc16

CraigP

Hi,
The only way I can think of is to attach it to a 1/4” stud or bolt through a piece of plywood or table.
You could possibly use double sided Gorilla tape or duck tape it down.

Thanks,
Craig

CraigP

I have used a number of these and this one is better than most with the slide adjustments very smooth and easy to control so i would say it gives a good degree of precision.
Some I have used have hard spots with a slip-stick action that make them more difficult to control.

As for price, if you can find it new for that price, you should buy it.

photodoc16

Thanks. I will give it a go.
Photodoc16