Looking for an affordable wireless lens control kit that won’t break the bank? Look no further than the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit 3781. With a range of up to 100m/328ft and the ability to control up to two motors, this kit is perfect for small productions and one-person camera crews. And at just $239.20, it won’t leave you out in the cold like some of the more expensive options on the market.
The kit includes a handheld controller and a motor unit that connect wirelessly by radio, but can also be tethered with a USB-C cable for a lag-free experience. The controller uses a built-in battery that lasts up to twenty hours, while the motor unit requires an external power source. SmallRig supplies a 200mm long 15mm rod for the motor to sit on, as well as a clamp to attach the rod to your camera cage so it can be mounted alongside or above the lens.
The motor unit is pretty simple and offers only Up and Down buttons for control and a 0.52in OLED screen to monitor what is going on. But don’t let that fool you – the motor can be assigned an ID between 1 and 3, and when you come to calibrate it to your lens, a single long press on the Down button activates the process by which the motor discovers the extremes of rotation of the ring it is working with.
Overall, the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit 3781 is a great option for those on a budget who still want a reliable wireless lens control kit. So why wait? Get yours today and take your filmmaking to the next level!Get ready to take your filmmaking to the next level with the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit 3781. This kit includes a handheld controller with a 0.96in OLED display that shows the frequency channel, ID numbers of the motors, battery status, and connection method. Plus, a matching set of digital markers on the controller make it easy to bring the motor to exact positions repeatedly.
You can connect the controller and motor wirelessly using radio or via a USB-C-to-USB-C cable for lag-less operation. And with a range of up to 100m/328ft in ideal conditions, you’ll have plenty of room to move around.
Setting up the system is a breeze, and SmallRig has made the control system straightforward and easy to understand. Plus, the automatic lens calibration feature can be activated with a long press of the Down button, and the motor and controller retain the last calibration when switched off.
In use, the smooth operation of the kit and the tiny increments by which it can turn the lens will impress you. The digital marker display gives you an accurate idea of where the focus is, and you can easily return to specific points repeatedly without always needing to set A and B positions for specific shots.
Overall, the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit 3781 is a must-have for any filmmaker looking to take their work to the next level.The SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit is a game-changer for filmmakers who want to take their focus control to the next level. The motor is incredibly responsive, with even the slightest shift in the controller’s position triggering an immediate response from the motor. And the best part? There’s no discernible lag whether you’re using the unit wirelessly or cabled.
One of the standout features of this kit is the choice of power supplies for the motor. You can easily switch batteries without having to turn the unit off, making it a breeze to temporarily run the motor from a power bank while switching the battery in the battery plate. However, if you’re using NP-F750 batteries, be prepared for some added weight and bulk. We recommend going for NP-F550/570 units if possible, as they have half the capacity but are much lighter.
The handheld controller is comfortable to use, with a ribbed rubber finish on the knob that provides just the right amount of resistance. And if you’re wearing gloves, the additional 60mm knob is a godsend. We found ourselves using it almost exclusively during testing.
The motor unit has a torque of 0.5N·m, which is enough to shift the rings on all the lenses we tried it with. However, it may struggle with bigger and heavier lenses. If the motor does come up against something it can’t move, it sends a Blocked signal to the handheld control unit, which vibrates to let you know.
SmallRig claims the motor unit can be controlled from a range of 100m/328ft in ideal conditions, and in our tests, this proved to be accurate. And with 20 hours of battery life from the control unit, you won’t have to worry about running out of juice mid-shoot.
Overall, the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit is an excellent addition to any filmmaker’s toolkit. And if you want to control both focus and the iris or zoom ring, simply add a second motor and the handgrip for the controller to do so. It’s a versatile and powerful system that will take your focus control to the next level.Get ready to take your focus pulling game to the next level with the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit 3781. With the ability to control focus with one hand and iris/zoom with the other, this kit is a game-changer. The controller mounts onto the handgrip, becoming its display panel for two-motor operation. Plus, the handgrip adds an extra power source with its LP-E6 type removable battery, making it perfect for remote use.
While the motor units are quite wide, mounting them side-by-side is still possible with larger lenses. However, using the battery plate on one motor and a USB source for the other is a great solution. SmallRig sells the handgrip and two motors as a kit (3918), as well as the handgrip, the handheld unit, and two motors as another, so you can start with the basic kit and add grips and motors as you go along.
This system is reliable, easy to use, and will make a lot of pullers and camera operators very happy indeed for not much financial outlay. So, what are you waiting for? Upgrade your focus pulling game with the SmallRig MagicFIZ Wireless Follow Focus Basic Kit 3781 today!
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