Zoom & Focus Controls
Acebil RM-C2 Lens Remote Control Box
- Compatible with Canon EOS C Cameras
- Compatible with ME-20F-SH/ME200F-SH
- Connects to 3 Cameras
- 2.5mm Control Output
Acebil Pro Focus Controller for Fujinon Lenses
- Wired Focus Control Knob
- For Fujinon 12-Pin Lenses
- Mounts on Video Head Pan Bar
- Includes Mounting Clamp
Acebil RM-P250 Focus/Iris/Zoom Controller for Panasonic Camcorders
- Control Lens from Up to 164' Away
- Lockable Record/Stop Push-Button
- Adjustable Near Limit for Focus
- Adjustable Close Limit for Iris
PDMOVIE Live Pro Single-Channel Wired Follow Focus Control System (Updated)
- Single-Channel Focus Control System
- Slave Motor
- Remote Air Pro 3 Wireless Controller
- Single-Channel Handgrip Controller
JVC Zoom Control Unit for Canon and Fujinon Lenses
- For Select Canon & Fujinon Lenses
- Can Be Used with Both 2/3 & 1/3" Lenses
- Direct Connection to Zoom, REC & RTN
- Mini Jack for Connecting to Camcorder
Sony RM-30BP Wired Remote Controller
- Works with HXR-NX5R and PXW-FS7 v4.0
- For FX6 and Other Select Sony Camcorders
- Provides Focus, Iris, and Zoom Control
- Provides Camera Control
Libec Focus Demand for Canon and FUJINON Portable Servo Lenses
- Focus Position Demand Unit
- For FUJINON or Canon Servo Lenses
- Includes Tripod Clamp Mount
- Normal and Reverse Settings
Libec Zoom Demand for Canon and Fujinon Portable Lenses
- Zoom Demand Unit
- For Fujinon or Canon Lenses
- Includes Tripod Clamp Mount
- Normal and Reverse Settings
Acebil AS-1 Pro Zoom Controller
- For Panasonic, Sony, and LANC Cameras
- For Fujinon and Canon ENG Lenses
- Zoom Direction and Zoom Speed Control
- Universal Pan Bar Clamp Bracket
IDX System Technology RM-C1 LANC Lens Remote FIZ Controller for Canon/Sony Camcorder
- Variable-Speed Focus/Iris/Zoom Control
- Start/Stop Record Button with Lock
- Connects to up to 3 x Camcorders
- 1 x LANC Daisy-Chain Connector
PDMOVIE LIVE PRO Single-Channel Wired Follow Focus Lens Control System
- Wired Focus/Zoom/Iris Handgrip
- Wired MOTOR AIR Lens Motor
- Motor Drive Cable, D-Tap Power Cable
- 15/19mm Rod Clamp Bushing
Acebil Pro Focus Controller for Select Canon Lenses
- Wired Focus Control Knob
- For Select Canon Cameras
- Mounts on Video Head Pan Bar
- Includes Mounting Clamp
Acebil Pro Focus Controller for LANC Lenses
- Wired Focus Control Knob
- For LANC Lenses
- Mounts on Video Head Pan Bar
- Includes Mounting Clamp
IDX System Technology RM-C2 LANC Lens FIZ Controller with ND Button for Canon/Sony Camcorder
- Variable-Speed Focus/Iris/Zoom Control
- ND Filter Button
- Start/Stop Record Button with Lock
- 1 x LANC Daisy-Chain Connector
IDX System Technology FR-F10 Manual Focus Remote Controller for Fujinon 12-Pin Lens
- Lens Focus Demand Control Wheel
- For Fujinon Lenses with 12-Pin Port
- Direct Mechanical Action on Lens Gear
- Tripod Pan Bar Clamp
IDX System Technology FR-C10 Manual Focus Remote Controller for Canon 20-Pin Lens
- Lens Focus Demand Control Wheel
- For Canon Lenses with 20-Pin Port
- Direct Mechanical Action on Lens Gear
- Tripod Pan Bar Clamp
Acebil FR-15 Pro Focus Controller for Canon and Fujinon Lenses
- Manual Focus Control
- Mounts to Tripod/Pedestal Pan Handle
- Includes Mounting Hardware
Fujinon EPD-41A-D02 Focus Demand Unit for Lens Servo Control Kit
- For Fujinon Studio/Field Box Lenses
- Focus Position Demand Unit
- Part of Focus/Zoom Servo System
- Requires Separate Cable & Clamp Mount
Canon FMJ-702 Flex Module
- For Select Canon Field and Box Lenses
- Mechanical Focus or Zoom Component
- Requires Separate 36" Flexible Cable
- Screw Mount
IDX System Technology FR-15 Manual Focus Remote Controller for Canon and Fujinon B4 Lenses
- Lens Focus Control Wheel
- For Select Canon & Fujinon B4 Lenses
- Direct Mechanical Action on Lens Gear
- Tripod Pan Bar Clamp
Fujinon ERD-40A-D01 Digital Zoom Demand for Portable Broadcast Lens
- For Fujinon Studio/Field Box Lenses
- Digital Zoom Rate Demand Unit
- Features Iris Remote Control
- Part of Focus/Zoom Servo System
Canon FFP-T61 BLACK Flexible Manual Focus Controller
- For Canon UHD/DIGISUPER Box Lenses
- Fully Manual Focus Control
- Requires Flexible Module FMJ-702
- Requires Flexible 36" Cable
Acebil Zoom and Focus Controller Set for LANC Cameras/Lenses
- FR-LC10 Pro LANC Focus Controller
- AS-1 Pro Zoom Controller
- For Panasonic, Sony, and LANC Cameras
- For Fujinon and Canon ENG Lenses
Fujinon MS-01/X1 Semi-Servo Lens Control Kit for XA16sX8BRAM Lens
PDMOVIE Live Pro Three-Channel Focus/Iris/Zoom Control System (Updated)
- Three-Channel FIZ Control System
- Control Zoom, Focus, and Iris
- 3 x PD Movie PD-MX Motors
- PDL-TC-PFZ FIZ Controller
Angenieux MSU-1A Single-Motor Cine Zoom Servo for EZ-1 and EZ-2 Lenses
- Removable ENG-Style Servo Zoom Handgrip
- Camera Record Start/Stop
- Zoom Rocker
- 0.8 MOD Drive Gear
Using Focus and Zoom Controls in Photography
While simple focus rings and zoom buttons might work for casual videographers, professional projects demand extremely advanced focus and zoom controls. These controls are additional devices and components that allow users to manipulate focus and zoom in a variety of ways. Focus and zoom remote controls enable you to make adjustments without directly touching the camera, which is often a requirement of high-level productions.
Upgrading with Focus and Zoom Collar Bands
If you're looking for a quick upgrade for your focus and zoom functionality, consider focus and zoom collar bands. These are simple additions to pre-existing zoom and focus rings on your camera, and they help you make smoother and more precise adjustments. This is a great option for casual photographers and videographers.
Types of Zoom Controls
You can control zoom functions with a variety of different tools. The simplest methods involve zoom rings or buttons. For more advanced control, master grips mount directly on the camera, giving the camera operator a wide variety of control options on the fly. In certain situations, zoom remote controls might be necessary. These are entirely separate from the camera, and they allow users to control zoom functions remotely with monitors and specialized buttons and throttles.
Types of Focus Controls
Adjusting focus is also possible with a wide range of options. For a significant upgrade over simple focus rings, consider professional video follow focus systems. These advanced systems feature focus wheels and other additional components for smooth and precise adjustments. There are also remote controls for focus, and these sometimes offer zoom functionality.
Why Use Focus and Zoom Remote Controls?
Focus and zoom remote controls are often used during dolly shots, crane shots, and other potentially tricky situations. Remote controls feature throttle controllers and rocker switches that allow the user to make smooth and precise adjustments to both focus and zoom. For complicated shots, some remote controls allow two users to control the focus and zoom separately.
No matter what you're trying to achieve with your project, check out B&H Photo and Video for a wide range of zoom controls and zoom and focus control cables.