RTmotion mk3 wireless follow focus

[David Kellermann]

Just got today my RTmotion mk3 remote follow focus.

The build quality seems to be very good and the design works for me. Unfortunately, I totally forgot to order a Canon LP-E6 battery which is needed to power the controller. As soon as it arrives, I'll post a review with some some photos.

Has anyone else received it? What's your experience with it?

 

[Kyle Wullschleger]

Very interested in your review. I own the original controller and would love to upgrade to the FIZ handset.

 

[Shapour Daneshmand]

How much?

 

[David Kellermann]

How much?

I paid £1680 for the mk2.6 package (mk2.6 controller, mk3 motor, mk3 receiver) which they upgraded at no charge to a full mk3 system (mk3 controller / receiver / motor)! You find their prices at rtmotion.com

There were some delays in delivery due to software and hardware development of the mk3 controller (2 months), but they kept me informed all the time.

 

[Shapour Daneshmand]

MK3

MK3

Thank you David.
cant wait for your review.

 

[Daniel Doherty]

David, how long ago did you order your unit?

 

[Andy Jarosz]

I also own the RTMotion system, albeit with the mk2.5 controller. I also am looking to upgrade. I posted a review in the off-topic section a while ago!

 

[David Kellermann]

David, how long ago did you order your unit?

I ordered in the end of February. Shipment was expected around the end of April since the new mk3 controller wasn't finished. Anyway... not even two months of delays are not so bad considering how long people waited for their Viewfactor WFF.

 

[Peter Plevritis]

Look forward to the review.

 

[David Baumber]

I just opened my new RT today too. Looks great and I'll give it a whirl next week. Luckily I have the Canon 5DMkii which use the same LP batteries. I'll post my experiences here also.

 

[Shapour Daneshmand]

David,
where are you located?
if in the US, how much it cost you?

 

[Larry McKee]

Mine arrived on Thursday. It is built like a tank and the motor is surprisingly quiet. Used it on a shoot yesterday and am very happy with it. I like it a lot better than the name brand unit I had been renting.

RT Motion is in the UK. The whole single motor package was about $3500.

 

[Vance Colvig]

Mine arrived several days ago, and it is beautiful both in function and form. I bought the FIZ with 3 motors and couldn't be happier. It auto calibrates, is high torque, easy to learn, and is simple to use. The instruction manual is only several pages with big print and a big spaces between the sentences. I too forgot to buy the battery and charger, so I am powering the controller through the USB port until the battery/charger arrives. I am waiting for the battery before I find out how far the range is. It is sooooooo quiet. Thanks to Kris and Leslie for such good communication and service. Hope to meet them one day to shake their hand. On second thought, a big hug is in order.

 

[Robert Horwell]

I received my MK3 unit Monday last week, build quality is superb. For the money I can't think of a better unit on the market..RT Motion are going to be every busy! I was going to post a revue last week but didn't get the time.

 

[stephanus_ino]

is it possible to reinstall the firmware for the mk3 hand unit? anyone done that before?

 

[Glen David Miller]

Well, it must be a good sign for the company (looking at it one way) when you go to the site and a note pops up saying "We aren't accepting new orders until August so we can catch up! Get on the Waiting List!"

Oh Well... That's one way to build up desire! Apple does it all the time!

-G

 

[Peter.G]

Can someone post pictures of the MK3 for build quality and scale reference...

-P

 

[Matt Ryan]

David, do you have a review on the unit yet?

 

[David Kellermann]

Ok the batteries for the controller arrived and I made a power cable to power the receiver from my power distribution box. Everything works smoothly, but the motor seems to have a problem. It's loud and jumpy... I guess that there is some dirt inside. Sending it in tomorrow. Sorry to further postpone the review.

An other thing... I ordered some metal lens gear rings from JBK cinequip. Jerry anodized them for me an they feel and look awesome. Only downside is that they are a little bit sharp at the corners.

 

[Tim Lüdin]

Ok the batteries for the controller arrived and I made a power cable to power the receiver from my power distribution box. Everything works smoothly, but the motor seems to have a problem. It's loud and jumpy... I guess that there is some dirt inside. Sending it in tomorrow. Sorry to further postpone the review.

I got mine 1 week ago. The controller is a piece of art. Great quality and super easy to work with.
But I have the same problem with the motor as David. It is jumpy and stuttering. Sometimes moving without touching.

I was talking to the RT Motion team and they told me, that they are optimizing the firmware right now so this could be gone soon.
The whole kit is still a bit of a work in progress because it so new.

Don't get me wrong. When they fix the jumpiness, this kit smokes all the FF kits in it's price range and way above. The controller alone is worth the money.
So David keep us updated about your "jumpiness" problem. I think I got the same issue.

Best
Tim