Using Fujinon Cabrio lenses with internal motors and remote follow focus systems

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2013Follow Focus forum

13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.

The internal zoom servo motor in Fujinon Cabrio lenses responds with equivalent speed to standard broadcast lens servo controls
The compact internal motors are likely slower than dedicated film-style motors such as the DM-1X due to size constraints
Some users reported image quality concerns with the Cabrio lens, including softness and low contrast in comparison to other options like Canon zooms
The Cabrio lens zoom rocker mount has less adjustability than typical ENG lens controls
Using internal Cabrio motors can potentially reduce the weight and complexity of the front end by eliminating separate Preston or similar external motors
The Cabrio lens focal range proved insufficient for some documentary-style shooting where wider and longer focal lengths were preferred
A Heden Carat receiver can connect directly to the Cabrio to control focus, iris, and zoom functions
The Cabrio lens works well balanced on larger cinema cameras like Alexa when combined with wireless follow focus systems

Feedback on internal focus and iris motors was not provided, only zoom motor performance
One user reported gimbal-mounted zoom controls were slow and malfunctioned on some Cabrio lenses while working fine on ENG lenses, cause unknown
Reports of breathing issues exist but opinion varies depending on the user
No direct comparison testing between internal Cabrio motors and dedicated film-style motors was completed
Image quality assessment varied among users and may depend on specific camera and application
The Heden Carat receiver details remain unclear regarding control configuration