Motorized Turntable

The motorized turntable is a versatile and practical tool for displaying various objects, such as miniatures and dioramas. Its features, such as the matte surface and the ability to rotate, make it an attractive option for modelers, collectors, and photographers who want to capture the intricate details of their creations. The ability to power the rotation with batteries or a USB cable adds convenience and flexibility for different usage scenarios.

The turntable is useful for scale modeling and taking photos of miniatures for several reasons:

• 360° View: Scale models and miniatures often have intricate details that enthusiasts and hobbyists want to showcase. The rotating stand allows a complete 360° view of the object. This is especially beneficial when you want to capture all angles and details, as it eliminates the need to manually manipulate the item, reducing the risk of damage.
• Even Lighting: When taking photographs, even lighting is crucial for accurately capturing the details of the subject. This electric rotating base ensures even lighting of the miniature from all angles, reducing shadows and improving the visibility of details. This is especially important for macro photography.
• Stable Photos: Keeping your hand steady for extended periods while taking photos can be tricky, resulting in shaky shots. The electric rotating base eliminates this problem, providing smooth, controlled rotation for sharp, clear images.
• Composition Flexibility: The ability to control both the rotation speed and direction of the electric rotating base offers composition flexibility. You can choose the rotation speed that best suits your photographic needs, whether it's a slow, controlled rotation to capture specific details or a faster spin for a dynamic shot.
• Hands-Free Operation: The electric rotating base features a hands-free operating system. It allows photographers to focus on framing and capturing the perfect shot without needing an extra pair of hands. This is especially useful when you're the only photographer and need to manage camera settings as well.
• Consistent Presentation: When displaying a collection of miniatures or scale models, this rotating display stand ensures a consistent and professional presentation. All items can be displayed uniformly, making your collection look organized and appealing.
• Time Saving: Using the electric rotating display stand can save time during the photography process. You can quickly rotate the item to the desired angle without having to constantly reposition it, making your photo shoot more efficient.
• Enhanced Product Videos: If you're creating videos to showcase your miniatures or models, the rotating stand can add dynamic movement to your content, making it more engaging for viewers.

Which is the best electric rotating stand?

There are two types of rotating stands: electric and manual ones. When looking for an electric rotating base, you should consider its features. It's very useful that it rotates both clockwise and counterclockwise, as well as having several rotation speeds. This way, you can display or photograph your figures as you like and in whatever way is most comfortable for you. The ASA option for adjusting to a specific angle is important if you intend to use it continuously. In addition, USB charging eliminates the need to always have batteries on hand and won't leave you with a project unfinished.

All these features, along with those in the previous section, make the Green Stuff World electric rotating base the best, which also has a very affordable price. Likewise, if you are looking for a 360-degree rotating stand without a motor, you can also find it on the website, with one of the most durable rotation systems.

How to take 360-degree images of a miniature?

360-degree photography is a technique that consists of taking several photos of the exterior of a miniature. or any other object, which will be placed in video or similar format to give the miniature a rotating movement. The goal is to show the entire figure in detail, giving it a dimensional effect.

An electric rotating base is very useful for taking a 360 photo, as it allows you to move the miniature without losing the image framing. It's the easiest way to get a good result.

The process isn't difficult when you have the necessary tools. Normally, you'll use an electric rotating base, a white background or one in a color that makes the diorama stand out, a camera or mobile phone, a tripod or a surface to support the camera, good lighting, and basic video editing software. The steps are as follows:

1. If you have one, place the chosen photography background along with the corresponding lighting.
2. Place the electric rotating base in front of the background and the miniature to be photographed on top, perfectly centered.
3. Place the mobile phone or camera on the tripod or a Stable base. Do not move it until all the photos have been taken.
4. Activate automatic photography mode to take a continuous sequence of photos. The movement of the electric rotating base will keep the object centered.
5. Check if the photos are in focus, readjust, and repeat the process until you get it right. You can try moving the camera closer to or further away from the object. Keep in mind that ideally, you should take between 24 and 36 images.
6. Load all the photos into a video editor, adjusting the timing of each one until the object rotates naturally.

If you don't want the electric rotating platform to appear in the video, you can remove the background from the images before assembling it.

It is highly recommended to use them with our photography light boxes, as this will give you perfect lighting from all angles.

Rotating platform properties

Power Supply: 3 x AAA Batteries or 18650 Lithium Battery (not included)
Color: Black
Capacity: 1 kg (2.20 lbs)
Speed: 2/4/6 rotations per minute
Material: Eco-friendly and safe ABS plastic
Diameter: 136 mm