Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2
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No matter what your camera, Redrock Micro's microFollowFocus v2 lends your video production the smooth, precise focus control of a big-budget film. Whether shooting with a fixed-lens camcorder, interchangeable cinema lenses, or a video-capable DSLR, the precision-machined microFollowFocus system provides repeatable, accurate focusing.
- Completely gear-driven design for slip-free, accurate, and repeatable focus movement
- Unique quick release clamp
- 1:1 gear ratio allows smooth movements for still and motion picture 35mm lenses
- Adjustable slide-mounting mechanism to fit large range of lens diameters, including video camera lenses
- Interchangeable drive gears including 0.8 film pitch and Fujinon pitch (for Fujinon video lenses)
- Easily switchable to either side of camera
- Optional microLensGears can be quickly attached to existing 35mm still (SLR) lenses for accurate gearing
- 3D marking disk allows focus marks to be easily viewed by operator or assistant
- Standard Arri-style accessory port in focus wheel for attaching whip, speed crank, etc.
- Industry-standard 15mm lightweight (60mm spacing) rod mount (rod support not included with microFollowFocus bundle)
- Optional 19mm rod clamp adapts microFollowFocus for 19mm rods for cameras, including the Red ONE
- Optional Fujinon 0.6 pitch drive gear works directly with Fujinon lenses
- Optional reversing gear focuses Nikon and Pentax lenses in the "correct" cinema direction
- Constructed of high quality, machined aircraft-grade aluminum
- Lightweight design
- Sleek Redrock look
- Works great with DV and HDV built-in camera lenses
| Supported Configurations | 15mm Rod/Rail Support |
| Weight | 15 oz (425g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 15 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
86%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (13)
- Professional quality (10)
- Improves performance (8)
- Compact (7)
- Highly compatible (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (9)
- In the studio (4)
- Complex projects (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business owner (5), Professional artist (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
Get focussed
'Pro grade' follow focus on an indie budget. Beautifully made, sturdy/weighty, precise FF with no discernable backlash. Very smart design, with it's quick release, and one screw turn slides the ...Read complete review
'Pro grade' follow focus on an indie budget. Beautifully made, sturdy/weighty, precise FF with no discernable backlash. Very smart design, with it's quick release, and one screw turn slides the unit away from rails to enable lens changes etc. It's important that you line up the FF gears truly perpendicular to the gear box for smooth sailing (see my other reviews of lens gears and micro crank).
I am using this with Canon lenses both old and new.
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Most Liked Negative Review
it's ok, but wait for the v3 if you can.
it's a pretty nice follow focus, gears turn smoothly and the rod attachment is very nice, easy, quick and apparently sturdy. i only had this follow focus out of the box for 10 ...Read complete review
it's a pretty nice follow focus, gears turn smoothly and the rod attachment is very nice, easy, quick and apparently sturdy. i only had this follow focus out of the box for 10 minutes. i was comparing it to the Genus Bravo which i already had. they are very similar, but the Genus has a movable focus marker and its gear box is just a tiny bit smaller (so it leaves room for a matte box when using with shorter lenses). if redrock's v3 follow focus ever comes out, it may be the one to get though.
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Pros
- High Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
- 1-2mm Slack
Best Uses
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
For the cost, it's a really decent FF but it DOES have a 1-2mm slack in it which can sometimes mess up pulling focus on a shot. The Redrock V3 FF is MUCH better with NO SLACK but you'll pay more...
- Primary use:
- Business
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Interfaces Well With Camcorder
Cons
Best Uses
- Close Up Filming
- Panoramic Filming
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
i loved it before the cogwheel developed an awkward little clearance with its axle. Now the main wheel goes for about a mil without moving the lens. Feels totally awkward when I need to make a short pull.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Economic
- Improves Picture Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- For films commercials
- Shooting Indoors
- Shooting Outdoors
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
This follow focus helps me to handle perfectly my Canon 5D from my shoulder mount. I bought this follow focus because of his quality and his price. It is one of the most stable in the market, it competes whith the best brands but what makes difference is the price. It is the good issue if you dont want to expend much more...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
Good quality with low price.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Hard to clean wheel mrk
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
Nice movement. Only issues...some of the gears click a little and need adjustment. Can't use a china marker, just doesn't come off. I've been using dry marker and it works better, but still hard to clean off. Love how easily it adjust and removes from rig.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
Well constructed, and easily adjustable.
Surprise bonus marking pencil included!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
- Smooth gears
Cons
- Gearbox slightly too wide
- Limited Compatibility
Best Uses
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
it's a pretty nice follow focus, gears turn smoothly and the rod attachment is very nice, easy, quick and apparently sturdy. i only had this follow focus out of the box for 10 minutes. i was comparing it to the Genus Bravo which i already had. they are very similar, but the Genus has a movable focus marker and its gear box is just a tiny bit smaller (so it leaves room for a matte box when using with shorter lenses). if redrock's v3 follow focus ever comes out, it may be the one to get though.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
- Smooth and tight movement
Cons
- Spendy
Best Uses
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
I use this on the Handy SLR Rig with the 5d mark ii on a 50mm 1.4 and it works perfect. There is absolutely no wiggle; as soon as you turn the wheel, the focus is moving. You certainly pay for that quality, but I've heard of no other product that compares.
If you are new at this: make sure you have rails and the proper gear (sold separately).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
solid build. works well with lens gears. wish it had vertical movement, hard stops and a reduction gear for still lenses that have limited focus rotation. of course, i don't know that anyone else has these features.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
May seem a bit pricey, but it's very well made and does the job. Be sure to get a long whip.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
'Pro grade' follow focus on an indie budget. Beautifully made, sturdy/weighty, precise FF with no discernable backlash. Very smart design, with it's quick release, and one screw turn slides the unit away from rails to enable lens changes etc. It's important that you line up the FF gears truly perpendicular to the gear box for smooth sailing (see my other reviews of lens gears and micro crank).
I am using this with Canon lenses both old and new.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
I had a cheap plastic follow focus that I got online, and it was garbage. I had used the redrock and Arri35 systems and couldn't believe I had wasted money on anything else.
The redrock is as smooth as anything out there, it just lacks positive stop features and some other pro features, but is as smooth as anything else.
Closed gearbox, solid metal construction, the wheel erases well... it gets the job done, and I'm happy with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
This is one item that is a must have if you are serious about getting professional focus pulls. I have used a few different follow focus's which a more expensive than this one, but this one certainly gives the others a run for their money. It it is very smooth and overall a very good product, yet again from Redrock.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
quick release is a key. The fact that you can quickly snap in the follow focus was a major * in purchasing this product. Redrock micro really thought about the design.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Redrock Micro microFollowFocus v2:
Use: On Cinevate DSLR rig with Canon 7D for corporate training films.
Pros: 3D marking ring helps the operator and assistant.
Great build quality.
Smooth action
Cons: A little sticky on the rails.
Not height adjustable
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System Extensions
- Price: $44.50
What's in the Box
- Follow Focus Unit
- 3D Marking Disk
- Drive Gear
- Quick Release Clamp
- 1 Year Warranty
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