What is the difference between a mechanical and a wireless follow focus?

A mechanical follow focus mounts directly to camera rods and physically meshes with the lens gear, allowing an operator next to the camera to turn a handwheel. A wireless follow focus uses a motorized unit on the lens controlled remotely via a hand unit, enabling a dedicated 1st AC to pull focus at a distance or while the camera is on a gimbal, crane, or drone.

What gear pitch is standard for cinema lenses and follow focus systems?

The standard gear pitch for professional cinema lenses and follow focus systems is 0.8 MOD (32 pitch). Optional drive gears like 0.6 MOD or 0.5 MOD are also available for specific photo or broadcast zoom lenses.

Can I use a follow focus on DSLR or mirrorless photo lenses?

Yes. Photo lenses without built-in teeth can be fitted with seamless, flexible 0.8 MOD gear rings. However, because photo lenses often lack physical hard stops at infinity and close focus, using a follow focus unit with adjustable A/B hard stops is recommended.

What does a FIZ system control on a cinema lens?

A FIZ system stands for Focus, Iris, and Zoom. It utilizes up to three synchronized motors attached to the lens rings, allowing remote operators to control focus distance, aperture value (iris), and focal length (zoom) from a single wireless controller.

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Achieve smooth, repeatable focus pulls and fluid zoom transitions with professional mechanical and wireless follow focus systems. Designed for single operators and dedicated focus pullers alike, our range includes hard-stop mechanical units, wireless FIZ (Focus, Iris, Zoom) controllers, and gear rings engineered to deliver exact tactile feedback and accurate lens control on set.

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Canon Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2B

HAC00-08897

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Tilta Nucleus-M: Wireless Follow Focus

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Edelkrone FocusPLUS PRO

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Blackmagic Focus Demand & Zoom Demand

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Canon Power Zoom Adapter PZ-E2

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Zacuto Z-Focus

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Zacuto Z-Drive Follow Focus

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DJI Zenmuse X9 Focus Motor for Ronin 4D

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