What the thread found

• Stanton Video discontinued production of their Zoom/Focus System for Steadicam as of January 1, 2011.
• Stanton Video committed to continuing support, service, and parts supply for existing Zoom/Focus systems despite discontinuing production.
• Alternative follow focus solutions became available from third-party manufacturers after the Stanton system was discontinued.

Depends on

• The commitment to support was made in 2011 and its current status is unknown.
• No technical specifications or performance comparisons between the original system and alternatives are provided in the thread.

Parts

Follow Focus

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