What the thread found

• The Epic camera can accommodate motors through various rigging approaches, most commonly using top-mounted rods rather than side-mounted connections.
• Top-mounted 19mm rods are a standard approach for attaching follow focus motors to the Epic.
• Lightweight rods can be positioned in the front of the camera body for motor mounting, though availability as a standard feature varies between cameras.
• 15mm rods positioned on the bottom of the camera may interfere with the camera body and can potentially appear in wide-angle shots if they extend beyond the body width.
• A single iris rod mounted to a Berkey System rail block attached to the top plate provides an alternative mounting solution for motors.
• The Epic platform allows numerous rigging configurations because multiple mounting points exist, making each setup potentially different from others.
• Additional weight from rods and batteries can serve as useful ballast for camera stability.

Depends on

• Lightweight front rods and 15mm top rods appear to be aftermarket options rather than standard equipment on all Epic cameras.
• The ideal motor mounting configuration depends on individual camera packages and specific production requirements.
• Wide-angle lens work may reveal improperly positioned bottom rods in the frame.

Parts

Follow Focus, Base Plate

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