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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

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