What the thread found

• The BDR V2 features a 45-minute calibration process after power-off instead of the previous duration.
• Torque adjustment is simplified in the V2 model compared to the original version.
• Users can manually set lens rotation endpoints in the V2, similar to analog BFD devices.
• Adding an iris slider to a BDR system upgrades the overall resolution to 16-bit, resulting in smoother operation.
• The V2 has a different hardware configuration from the original BDR and cannot be upgraded from the previous version.
• V2 receivers can handle both focus and iris control simultaneously when used with a handset.

Depends on

• The original BDR cannot use the focus wheel accessory, though a solution was reportedly in development.
• V2 upgrade path is not available for existing BDR owners due to fundamental hardware differences.
• Discussion is limited to user reports without technical specifications or detailed performance data.

Gear in this thread

BFD

Parts

Follow Focus

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