What the thread found

• The Jag35 wireless follow focus system is available as a kit for around $499 but has been reported to produce noticeable motor noise and does not perform at the level of professional models.
• RTMotion wireless follow focus offers good value for money with a strong and accurate motor, responsive customer support, and robust construction suitable for 3D rigs.
• RTMotion units feature dual-channel control capability and USB connectivity for experimental motion control software, though the software functionality remains unreliable.
• The RTMotion motor can be large relative to lens size, but this limitation can be addressed by using an intermediate gear assembly between the lens and motor.
• RTMotion is actively developing upgrades and existing users can obtain hardware improvements for minimal cost.
• Hocus Focus is a wireless follow focus option that delivers good user satisfaction with 7D cameras, though at a higher price point than Jag35.

Depends on

• The Jag35 review information comes from a Cinema5D article rather than direct user experience in this thread.
• RTMotion lacks interchangeable marking discs at the time of discussion.
• The experimental USB-based motion control software for RTMotion was noted as buggy and unreliable.
• Hocus Focus comparison is limited to a brief mention without detailed performance information.
• All recommendations are from 2011 and reflect technology and pricing from that era.
• No direct comparison testing between all three systems is documented in the thread.

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