2013Follow Focus forum
Rain protection options for Steadicam Hand Unit 3 and focus control equipment
13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- Lens control rain covers designed for follow focus systems are available from manufacturers specializing in camera accessories
- Rain covers made for this application can fog up quickly when used in wet conditions
- Some users suggest that manufacturers should integrate waterproofing directly into the hand units rather than relying on external covers
Depends on
- The discussion does not specify which rain covers performed best or worst
- No detailed performance data or comparative testing is provided
- The claim about newer Arri follow focus equipment being waterproof is not elaborated upon
- The suggestion to make hand units inherently waterproof was not resolved as a practical solution
Parts
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