what is 'Follow Focus'? at DVinfo.net

Nathan Quattrini · June 7th, 2007, 12:24 PM

I`ve seen it discussed a few times but can`t recall where. Is there a special focusing tool for cameras?

Brian Drysdale · June 7th, 2007, 12:51 PM

The follow focus is a drive that allows you to operate the focus ring on a lens without directly touching the lens itself. They can be mechancial or motor driven, the latter having the option of either being hard wired or radio controlled.

You can find some follow focus controls here under mechancal accessories : http://www.arri.com/entry/camera.htm

There are other manufacturers.

June 7th, 2007, 12:24 PM	#1
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June 7th, 2007, 12:51 PM	#2
Brian Drysdale Inner Circle Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Belfast, UK Posts: 6,152	The follow focus is a drive that allows you to operate the focus ring on a lens without directly touching the lens itself. They can be mechancial or motor driven, the latter having the option of either being hard wired or radio controlled. You can find some follow focus controls here under mechancal accessories : http://www.arri.com/entry/camera.htm There are other manufacturers.