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Panasonic VZ Pro-PZFI-3D Controller for Panasonic 3D Cameras

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Panasonic VZ Pro-PZFI-3D Controller for Panasonic 3D Cameras
Key Features
  • Controls Convergence for Dual Lenses
  • Designed for Panasonic AG-3DA1
  • Compatible w/ Other Panasonic Cameras
  • Controls Focus, Iris, Zoom, Record
The VariZoom VZ Pro-PZRI-3D clamps to a tripod handle and controls convergence, iris, zoom, focus, and record start/pause for the Panasonic AG-3DA1 integrated dual-lens camcorder. It controls lens and recording parameters not only for the stereoscopic 3D camcorder but for other Panasonic models as well (see Specifications for camera compatibility).

Housed in robust aluminum, the VZ Pro-PZFI-3D features a variable high-sensitivity zoom rocker and heavy-duty knobs for the other controls. Situated on the angled face of the controller, the convergence control (which sets the distance at which the two lenses' lines of sight meet) is an oversized aluminum knob with a spring-action return that makes it easy to set the convergence accurately by referring both to the "C" index numbers and the Mix feature on the 3DA1's video display.

Controls are spaced in such a way to allow for single-hand control over all supported functions. Record start/pause and the zoom rocker are situated comfortably at the thumb position, while iris, zoom, and convergence knobs and toggles are under the controller's handle, easily accessible with your index finger. So for instance, you can zoom with your thumb while pulling focus with your index finger.

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Panasonic VZ-PRO-PZFI-3D Overview

The VariZoom VZ Pro-PZRI-3D clamps to a tripod handle and controls convergence, iris, zoom, focus, and record start/pause for the Panasonic AG-3DA1 integrated dual-lens camcorder. It controls lens and recording parameters not only for the stereoscopic 3D camcorder but for other Panasonic models as well (see Specifications for camera compatibility).

Housed in robust aluminum, the VZ Pro-PZFI-3D features a variable high-sensitivity zoom rocker and heavy-duty knobs for the other controls. Situated on the angled face of the controller, the convergence control (which sets the distance at which the two lenses' lines of sight meet) is an oversized aluminum knob with a spring-action return that makes it easy to set the convergence accurately by referring both to the "C" index numbers and the Mix feature on the 3DA1's video display.

Controls are spaced in such a way to allow for single-hand control over all supported functions. Record start/pause and the zoom rocker are situated comfortably at the thumb position, while iris, zoom, and convergence knobs and toggles are under the controller's handle, easily accessible with your index finger. So for instance, you can zoom with your thumb while pulling focus with your index finger.

Tightens to tripod handle by the use of thumbscrews
There is no continuous auto-focus mode with the AG-3DA1, so its focus control is essentially always in manual focus mode. Therefore with the 3DA1, the focus toggle on the VZ Pro-PZFI-3D acts as a "defeat" switch for the focus knob, allowing you to set focus and "lock" it. With other supported Panasonic camera models, this toggle switches between manual and auto-focus modes
With the AG-3DA1, the iris toggle is not functional, as the camera is always in manual iris model. This toggle ensures compatibility with other Panasonic models and allows switching between auto and manual iris on those models
The split Y-cable has two connectors, one for the zoom and record/pause circuit and one for the focus/iris circuit. The second cable has a single connector for the convergence jack. For extending beyond the range of the included 40" cables, two types of cables are needed: VZ PZFI and convergence extension cables

Panasonic VZ-PRO-PZFI-3D Specs

Clamp Range
Diameter up to 1.25" (3.2 cm)
Cord Length
40" (102 cm)
Operating Distance
Over 400 ft (122 m) with Optional Extensions
Camera Compatibility
Zoom, Focus, Iris, Record, Convergence: Panasonic AG-3DA1
Zoom, Focus, Iris, Record: Panasonic AG-HMC40, AG-HMC150, AG-HPX170, AG-HVX200, AG-HVX200A, AG-DVX100B
Zoom, Record: Panasonic AG-DVX100A, AG-DVX100, AG-DVC30, AG-DVC60, AG-DVC80
Construction
Aluminum
Dimensions
6.5 x 4" (16.5 x 10.2 cm)
Weight
1 lb

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