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2010Follow Focus forum

Comparison of wireless follow focus devices for budget under 10,000 dollars

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

What the thread found

  • Bartech BFD with M-One motors is recommended as a reliable and cost-effective option that performs well compared to more expensive alternatives.
  • Bartech BFD requires manual calibration while Chroziel DigiFox calibrates automatically, though both achieve comparable precision.
  • Bartech offers strong customer service with fast turnaround times for repairs even when shipping internationally.
  • C Motion units can provide playback capability from handset to RED cameras and offer quick delivery of replacement parts within domestic markets.
  • Chroziel DigiFox units use digital motors but are more expensive and reportedly more delicate than Bartech alternatives.
  • Preston focus units are considered the industry standard but cost significantly more than budget alternatives.
  • Hocus Focus is mentioned as a low-cost option but receives no detailed discussion or endorsement in the thread.

Depends on

  • The comparison is from 2010 and equipment specifications and pricing have likely changed.
  • Most positive feedback for Bartech comes from users in specific regions or specific usage scenarios rather than systematic testing.
  • The claim about DigiFox digital motors offering precision advantages over Bartech manual calibration is stated as a question rather than a resolved conclusion.
  • Geographic location affects purchasing price and service accessibility for different devices.
  • The RED camera playback capability of C Motion is only verified for one model.
  • No direct side-by-side technical comparison between all three devices mentioned in the original question exists in the thread.

Gear in this thread

BFD

Parts

Follow Focus

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