Tagged with follow - Personal View Talks

Veydra Cine lenses specifically designed for micro 4/3 mount!!

fotosiamo — Tue, 18 Nov 2014 03:34:52 +0000

There's a Kickstarter for cinema lenses built specifically for the micro 4/3 mount. Some very respectable names on the video talking about the lenses, especially Matthew Duclos, who helped with the optics design!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/665053329/veydra-m4-3-cinema-lenses-for-gh4-and-bmpcc

What is Veydra?

Veydra is a premium cinema lens made specifically for filmmakers using Micro 4/3 cameras.

Veydra Mini Prime lenses all feature

Resolution that exceeds 4K
Cinema 0.8 module focus and iris gears
Consistent front 80mm outside diameter & 77mm filter threading
Similar length for quick lens changes
Constant T2.2 aperture for easy lighting set ups
Brass plated mounts for durability.

GH5 Focus via USB-C

robinvalk — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 02:25:30 +0000

Hi,

i just wondered if it is possible to focus on the GH5 via USB-C? Either with a bought device or by building the controller by yourself. Since the Ronin S can do it i am quiet sure it should also be possible for others?

Thank you!

Electric FF under $1k?

upwithmike — Wed, 03 Jan 2018 22:52:11 +0000

I'm looking for an electric FF that I can use with a thumbwheel on my gimbal and shoulder rig, wireless is great but wired is also fine. Would be nice if I had the option to add a wireless remote with wheel and hard stops at a later time.

There seem to be several on the horizon, like the Tilta Nucleus-M and Nucleus-N, Zhiyun's mechanical FF, and the Filmpower Nebula FF all sound great but when are any of them actually going to be available? I'm also looking at some of the Ikan and Redrock FF systems, but they're a little outside of my budget. Any others I should be aware of?

Mike

GH5 Focus Transition things to come

alcomposer — Tue, 23 May 2017 05:34:09 +0000

With the addition of GH5 Focus transition, (a feature borrowed from the AG-DVX200) this has got me thinking:

Focus Transition really only works well for lenses that don't breath- or breath minimally.
Possibly Panasonic may realise that there is a market for Video Centric MFT lenses
Panasonic will have to come out with more Video Centric glass to really utilise this feature. Also ParFocal Zooms would be nice!
If Panasonic created a USB-C follow focus protocol (with accompanying hardware- or allowed other companies to make) it would make me much more interested in native Panasonic glass.
If Panasonic are 'not' interested in making more Video Centric MFT glass then why put this feature into the GH5 at all? I'm sure it was not simple to code this into the firmware of 'fly-by-wire' lenses.

Electric follow focus solutions

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 26 May 2012 12:38:28 +0000

Price: $230 + shipping

http://www.aliexpress.com/product-fm/535368761-Electric-follow-focus-zoom-controller-for-5D2-wholesalers.html

Synchronized Motion Control for Single Focus of Anamorphic Projection Lens

RapidoTechnology — Sat, 22 Apr 2017 07:34:43 +0000

Rapido Single Focus Solution is the only solution that achieves single focus of anamorphic projection lens by digitally synchronize the taking lens and the anamorphic projection lens through encoded follow focus unit, and motor controlled focus ring.

Check out the video here:

and here:

Motorized zoom lenses

Brian_Siano — Sun, 08 Jan 2017 12:55:34 +0000

Does anyone know of any lenses, or kits, that run the zoom through a controllable motor? There's a project where I'd really like to have a long, slow, and smooth zoom. And while I could use a follow-focus rig to run the zoom ring, it'd be a bit jerky. Are there kits that enable motor control of a focus- or zoo ring, with highly variable speeds, so I could make my zoom last as long as I want?

Choosing gears for follow focus

johnnyblank — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 20:30:20 +0000

I recently purchased a new (Gini) follow focus and am looking for recommendations on good gears to go with it. Are zip gears worse than standard gears? Anyone used these:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/170648910462?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649 - they look like a good price.

Also I'd be interested in 360 gears, but haven't seen many on the market.

Introducing Rectilux FF single focus CinemaScope Adapters

JohnBarlow — Tue, 26 Aug 2014 14:52:47 +0000

This thread is dedicated to the discussion and testing of Rectilux FF single focus CinemaScope adapters

For product specification, pricing, availability and business matters please visit my web site below as a matter of courtesy to our host.

http://www.transferconvert.co.uk/cinemania/

The vintage look digitally remastered...

I have a vimeo channel set up for the tests here:

https://vimeo.com/channels/rectilux (passwords are on the web site)

I also have a flickr account set up to view stills, which is the best way to evaluate sharpness etc

http://www.flickr.com/photos/125986580@N05/sets/72157646313357302/

I will shortly have a blog up and running, but you are very welcome to discuss these breakthough products here.

http://transferconvert.co.uk/cinemania/3ffpic09.png

FS: Panasonic GH2 Gini Cage

tinyrobot — Thu, 11 Jun 2015 05:07:51 +0000

Gini GH2 cage in Mint condition

Very lightly used with zero cosmetic blemishes. Use the rail mount to attach a Follow Focus, attach a handle or rails for shoulder handheld work.

$120 + shipping

Located in South Korea

FS: SLR Magic 12mm Gear (for V1 and V2)

thougts2uk — Mon, 23 Mar 2015 22:17:49 +0000

Hi Guys,

I am selling my SLR Magic 'official' FF Gear.

Including delivery $25 USD.

As new only been used on 2 shoots.

Thanks,

please email me directly; stuart.howe@gmail.com

GH4 + cine mini-primes: good Matte Box and Follow Focus options?

lseerveld — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 11:50:14 +0000

I'm looking forward to receiving the new Veydra set when they ship. Up til now I've been using the Panasonic 12-35 and 35-100 zooms (with a variable ND when needed) on an Indisystem shoulder rig (with TV Logic 5.6" monitor when needed). I would like to have the option to add a Matte Box and single sided Follow Focus. Does anyone have suggestions for quality, light weight MB and FF that would work well with these primes and possibly also the zooms?

Custom Follow Focus Pinion Gears

JohnBarlow — Wed, 10 Dec 2014 10:21:47 +0000

https://www.shapeways.com/shops/cinemania

We are pleased to announce that we have teamed up with Shapeways who will produce custom accessories based on our designs for our complete range of Rectilux CinemaScope Follow Focus Adapters and Lenses. More about these exciting products can be found at the website

http://www.transferconvert.co.uk/cinemania/cinemascope.html

FS: Genus Bravo Follow Focus

Illusionist_Films — Mon, 10 Mar 2014 04:21:41 +0000

Hi everybody,

I am selling my Genus Bravo Follow Focus. It has done a good job over the last years but has now been replaced by a newer version.

The dampening fluid of the FF was replaced recently and it turns buttery smooth now. The only drawback is that it has a backlash of about 20 degrees when changing focus direction. I assume this is caused by a problem inside the gear box that could probably been solved by someone with good fine mechanics knowledge. The Follow Focus is built like a tank and is in a very good condition aside from some marks and spots around the rod mount.

I'm based in Germany and I'm asking 200€ incl. shipping anywhere in EU or 250$ + shipping for anywhere else in the world. If you've questions please send PM.

Light Follow Focus for light-weight rig ?

feha — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 16:35:09 +0000

Is there any light weight but still quality follow focus ? I have been testing a lot of them but almost any of them weight's about or over 400 g. What's is your experience in using FF with light weight rig ?

Our cinema RIG

brain — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 06:39:37 +0000

Hey guys, just wanted to show you what i am working on for a while. This is our final rig, i made from lot of companies stuff all around the world :) I am really proud of it :) It is very customizable. http://www.studio-x.hu/Image/rent/cinemaRIG2.jpg

Idea for follow focus

brianluce — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 11:11:03 +0000

Also is a cage.

Silencer Follow Focus

T1000 — Sat, 08 Feb 2014 22:39:07 +0000

Everyone check out this new follow focus system being developed for DSLR's. Its a follow focus that the cam operator is able to remote trigger while filming. I haven't seen anything like this. Looks great!

FS - TrusMt T2 Follow Focus - Only Europe

klem007 — Tue, 10 Dec 2013 07:20:54 +0000

Hello !

I'm selling my t2 with all gears included. I'm shipping from belgium.

Price : 200 Euro

I'll provide pictures if wanted.

Lanparte Follow focus with hard stops

cmus — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 12:21:41 +0000

New Lanparte follow focus

It is slick, very low backlash follow focus with hard stops.

Arm option:

Just writing to say I bought the Lanparte FF02 through the deal offered here and it is great. Arrived in a week and everything was just as advertised. It took a bit of time to get things set up with my rails and some small Nikon primes, but it was easy to flip the gear around so that it fit with my setup. Focusing is smooth and there is very little give in the setup. I highly recommend this product and give thanks to Vitaliy for saving me a big bucks from the price in other places.

Available at:

http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/562/special-deals-matteboxes-nd-filters-nd-holders-follow-focuses#Item_274

Anyone have a Tilta FF-T03 (FFT03) Follow Focus?

plegilink — Tue, 24 Sep 2013 10:59:33 +0000

I'm keen to get one but it would be great if someone who has one can take a quick measurement for me. I've attached a screenshot of the measurement I need. Thanks in advance.

HRWY rigs and handles

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 05:15:49 +0000

Rig

It is copy of Tilta design, just more affordable.

Price: $592 for AU, $617 for all the rest.
Shipping: Includes express shipping for US/Canada/UK/Australia&NZ/Western Europe. Ask for other regions.

Handles

Also more afforable copy of Tilta design.

Price: $232 for AU, $245 for all the rest.
Shipping: Includes express shipping for US/Canada/UK/Australia&NZ/Western Europe. Ask for other regions.

Send me personal message (on the left column at http://www.personal-view.com/talks/profile/1/Vitaliy_Kiselev ) if you want to purchase item here.

For sale: Various gear - lens, matte box, follow focus...

theconformist — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 14:41:29 +0000

Going from two cameras to one :( So I'm selling a bunch of stuff. Everything is in really good condition, looks and works like new.

Prime Circle Matte Box - seen here: http://www.lockcircle.com/matbox/buy/ Selling MB-2 bundle. Includes 77-95 step up ring.
$1000

Olympus 17mm f2.8 pancake lens No dust, scratches, no wear or tear $200

Lanparte DigiFF follow focus Minimal wear and tear, includes whip, no lens gear $375

CarrySpeed VF4 Universal Viewfinder Used once. $125

Schneider ND filter 4x5.65 I have 0.6 or 0.9 no scratches/wear or tear. Comes in padded case $150/each

Novoflex Nikon to MFT lens adapter. Minimal wear and tear. $175

PM me if interested. I take payments through PayPal. I ship (US) through USPS two-day, shipping costs $5-$10

D&B follow focus with hard stops

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sat, 26 May 2012 12:18:57 +0000

Looks very good. And it must be lighter than most FF.

You can mount gear on other side also.

Price: $120, includes shipping

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Generation-DSLR-Follow-Focus-with-2-hard-stops-for-15mm-rod-support-60D-T3i-5D2-/140798101290

SOLD: New Gini Follow Focus, new

feha — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 13:50:38 +0000

Selling a new I-Focus Gini Follow Focus, no play (0.5mm). Price $200 USD (150 euro) + postage (PayPal).

For fast sale PM your offer!

Located in Sweden.

SOLD: Custom Follow Focus ring for Nokton 17.5 black anodized

feha — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:17:15 +0000

I ordered this in hope to buy one day a Nokton 17.5mm but it never happen. Selling as new, custom made ring from JBK, price: 110 USD (85 euro) + postage (worth over 180 USD as it is black anodized) Payments via PayPal This ring is custom made for Voigtländer 17.5 mm. I'm located in Sweden

Ring made by JBK http://www.jbkcinequipt.com/product21.htm

PM your offers!

Wireless Follow Focus with Monitor from Wondlan

kicap — Sat, 25 May 2013 08:27:31 +0000

Hi guys,

I just got lucky and received this new Wireless FollowFocus Monitor system from Wondlan a few days ago. So far so good and the system is reliable enough for what it should be doing. I have not tried it with our BlackMagic Cinema Camera setup yet since the SDI-HDMI converter is still on its way.

Wireless electric follow focus from Slovakia

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Sun, 23 Dec 2012 13:30:36 +0000

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wireless-Follow-Focus-Lens-Shutter-Control-SYSTEM-/170962747064

All seller items

http://www.ebay.com/sch/hcmpromotion23/m.html?item=170963683709&pt=Camera_Camcorder_Remotes

Follow Focus and drift-- advice?

Brian_Siano — Sun, 07 Apr 2013 11:35:44 +0000

Last night I shot a theater performance with my GH2. But the event was lit for theater, not video, so it was very dim. So I borrowed a fast Lumix 20mm prime lens. This also meant a shallow DOF, so this was a chance to try using the Fotga follow-focus rig.

I ran into a problem. I marked the furthest and nearest focus points on the Fotga's white wheel. That way, I could focus based on the distance on the wheel marks. However, I tried racking the focus back and forth a bit, to get a feel for the thing... and the settings drifted. I'd rack the focus to the mark for the back of the stage... and it wasn't in focus. Same thing for the nearest point. I'd recalibrate, but the points would drift again.

Now, there's a bit of play with the Fotga follow-focus-- and I was using a small 12mm lever that added a little more play-- but I'm wondering if there's some issue with the lens or camera settings that may have contributed.

(One thing I did learn: as you rack focus during shooting, the GH2 displays a line on the screen, i.e., mountains versus flowers. I wound up making an estimate of focus based on the indicator on that point. Seems to me that I could apply cellophane tape to the screen, mark the points on that, and use the screen's focus indicator as my follow-focus marker.)

Custom Focus Rings for follow focus

feha — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 19:48:32 +0000

If you need a custom focus gears, rings i recommend: http://www.jbkcinequipt.com/product21.htm

The rings i ordered works OK on Voigtländer 25mm ...