What the thread found

• A modular steadicam design allows quick conversion between different weight configurations without tools, whereas some manufacturers require purchasing an entirely new rig for different weight ranges.
• A new hardwired zoom control system called BUZ was in development with estimated pricing under $1000 for the complete package including controller and cables.
• The BUZ zoom system accepts multiple connector types including 8-pin Tajimi, 6-pin Hirose, and 12-pin Hirose to accommodate different camera systems.
• BUZ electronics module pricing was estimated at $500-600, with additional costs for controller options and cable configurations.
• The BUZ system can be daisy-chained from a BFD power source and uses the same power connection standard.

Depends on

• Pricing and specifications are from 2006 and may have changed.
• Discussion references equipment under development with final specifications not yet confirmed.
• Some technical details are incomplete as the product was still in prototype stage.

Gear in this thread

G-70catalog, BFD

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