Follow focus for RPZ 18-85

[Ryan Nichols]

I need to order a follow focus today that will clear the RPZ 18-85 with Redrock mattebox with swing away arm attached. I looked at the O’Connor but it’s a little over what I’m looking to spend at the moment. Any suggestions?

 

[Alexander Ibrahim]

Might be useful to know what your budget is. Also what type or rods? (15 or 19, Studio or LWZ?)

I mean, the standard answers are more expensive than the O'Connor. (Arri FF4 and FF5)

I've used the Cinevate in that configuration, and it worked well. Its ~$1100. It's what it is though. An "indie" single sided FF. Its ruggedly built and performs well, but it also falls short on features.

RedRock showed a follow focus very much along the lines of the FF4 ... I have no clue when or even if it will be available.

 

[Ryan Nichols]

Actually the O’Connor is something like $3,400. I think the FF-4 is $500 or so cheaper. I guess I’m just going to go ahead and bite the bullet with the O’Connor. I want something that will grow with my rig.

 

[Alexander Ibrahim]

Actually the O’Connor is something like $3,400. I think the FF-4 is $500 or so cheaper. I guess I’m just going to go ahead and bite the bullet with the O’Connor. I want something that will grow with my rig.

Oh ... I guess I had the pricing backwards.

I really like the O'Con from fiddling with it. I don't think you'll be hurting yourself by buying one in.

In fact if you get it, I'll be a little jealous.

 

[Adam Bricker]

The FF-4 "clears" the RPZ, but just barely. You have to put the FF-4 in position, and then slide the 19mm Iris Rods through the FF-4, as opposed to setting the rods and then placing the follow-focus. It's easy once you get the hang of it.

 

[Ryan Nichols]

Well I got it...and had it two dayed so it will be here in the morning. The FF-4 was a close choice but the O’Connor is just a little lower clearance. I’ll let you know how it goes! Hopefully this is something that’ll work.