SmallRig MagicFiz - A Super Affordable Wireless Follow Focus!

[@sqlevolicious]

0:53 Not anymore, there are a few anamorphic lenses coming out right now that are autofocus.

[@ichidomo]

Tito, check the new Pd movie live air 2S. Battery is internal and small, can be ejected and charged. Focus wheel is tiny for smooth 1 finger operated on-cam op or can be converted to a bigger AC FF. Lasts hours, no cables and the best feature, it handles very very heavy moving lenses.

[@heznadastudios]

That’s what I’m using and it’s a life saver

[@johnpleasant8542]

currently first AC for a feature length film and after three days shooting... i like it! cant say its super good or very bad but its never ruined a take and hasnt slowed me down yet.

[@ForestCinema]

I have a Nano and it’s a great basic tool for wireless focus in a pinch. I would upgrade to the Nucleus-M if it didn’t seem like more advanced focus aid systems are just over the horizon. DJI’s LiDar and “focus waveform” on the Ronin 4D looks like a game changer even for manual operation, with the added benefit of reliable auto on manual lenses for those especially grueling shots.

[@movies-xm1ed]

I am thinking a stand alone tof LiDAR will have to come from someone other than Dji. Guessing they might want to protect the sales of their 4d camera, and you will never get a beast rig on the rs3 pro, and the ronin is just big for a lot and of people. I’d give it at least a yeay

[@frankhu8692]

@@movies-xm1eddji is working with panasonic, so hopefully they will bring it to s1h and gh6 first

[@musicelect]

I’ve used the Tilta Nucleus Nano for over two years and it’s turned every lens I own. If I can turn the lens by hand it can turn it. The torque increases with voltage and it can handle over 14V. I’ve also never had the motor slip on the rod mount. If it skips on the gears it’s because the rod or lens isn’t secure. This SmallRig system looks okay, but I already see some issues. First off, it looks like both the motor and wheel are larger and heavier than the Tilta. If this system doesn’t offer any real benefits over the Tilta, that’s an immediate downside. The internal battery idea is bad. Is it replaceable? What if I forget to charge it? Can I power it externally? If it’s lithium ion I’ll have to carry it onboard the plane when I fly. That’s another thing to carry in my already heavy bag. I’d try it out, but I’m not going to pay for a new product when my current one performs 💯

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Good points all around. I had the nano and the 14V cable, but some of my lenses are just really sticky and the Nano couldn't handle. :(

[@Fushikatz]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget but could the SmallRig do it? You never said anything about its qualities in this field in the video. Just complained about Tilta.

[@sergiomartinez5946]

-I don't think batteries are replaceable. -It can be charged externally both through the wheel itself and also while connected to the handgrip. -Good point on having to carry the wheel with you but it's not that heavy. I have the nano nucleus, personally I always had issues with it. This system has been working like a charm for me. To each their own though!

[@DavidGriffin]

Hey, where's that S5 anamorphic film you made... I wanna watch

[@billyblioumis]

in min 4:00, what did you use to mount the follow focus wheel on the cage?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Two pieces of rigging that come in the kit! I don't know if I've seen the nato to 1/4" piece elsewhere.

[@shinzychan5117]

Which camera and lens combo u used for the video ? Looks beautiful

[@hicetnunc_]

Is it possible to attache the remote on the gimbal handle? what support7clamp should I look for?

[@PhylosStudios]

I'm trying to create a focus station for 1st AC while I cam op w/ magic fiz on my Sony A7siii / RS3 Settup. I currently have Atomos Ninja, but thinking to leave that as my cam op monitor and then looking for best affordable transmitter / reciever / monitor kit, where I can plug a small transmitter into my Ninja's HDMI output. Any insight or reccomendations would be appreciated!

[@PaulHarwood856]

Hey Tito, Do you know which wireless follow focus system is best for Nikkor AI vintage lenses? - Paul

[@slipoch6635]

as always a great video, I assume the motor goes on a std 15mm pipe size? I have the Crane 3s and the ff for it is on 12mm pipe instead of 15 so it's a bit of a pain.

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Yeah, standard 15mm rails!

[@slipoch6635]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget Cheers!

[@jessecumberledge4530]

whats the best "budget" wireless monitor setup to use with one of these?

[@Eightfiftysix]

what about the latency?

[@kurtnelle]

Am I correct that when in wired mode the signal goes over the wire and no longer wireless? Therefore it becomes possible to use a 10 foot USB cable to have some follow the camera pulling focus? A solution that would be especially useful in a hospital. Where you're not allowed to use 2.4ghz wireless systems? Asking for me, not a friend.

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Wow, I don't know, but might be a thing! I know some cables lose power and accuracy over distance (HDMI and DisplayPort are known for it), but I don't know if it's the case for USB!

[@lucariccidj]

how about a Lidar sensor on this sistyem?

[@frankhu8692]

have u tried tilta nulues nano, currently using that, this one is still using lpe6, i prefer sony 570 better

[@gerardbinghamii1114]

just purchased this follow focus and having a hard time trying to balance this on my ronin RS3 because of the weight any suggestions. I know you talked about this with the Dtap but can you get more in depth?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Get the d-tap to usb cable and rig a v-lock battery or a different d-tap power source in a part of the gimbal that isn't affected by the motors!

[@ulfurarnalds]

Would you buy this over a nucleus m?

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

I considered selling my Nucleus M after playing with this for a bit, but the M kit I have gives me more options (has more pieces) than this one, so I ended up not parting with it. But if I was torn between the two and had none, I think I'd go for the SmallRig at this point.

[@AhmedAlKhater]

I'm having problems with it actually, it doesn't get the full range of focus on the zoom DZO or any other lens and when it come close to the end it spins so fast in the other direction, if anyone have a solution please help

[@ansenvideoproduction]

Damn! Just bought the Pdmovie Air 2s!

[@oNMeso]

It's great. I prefer it over this MagicFiz by a mile

[@ichidomo]

I have it too. 2s is the best electronic FF there is currently for the price in my opinion.

[@ansenvideoproduction]

@@ichidomo yeah! Construction is really solid and easy to operate!

[@ansenvideoproduction]

@@oNMeso great to know! Thanks

[@kidcoma1340]

Every youtuber claims this has higher torque, but when you look at the actual numbers provided by the manufacturers, this smallrig wireless focus only delivers a torque of 0.5 Nm, while the Nucleus Nano has a torque of 0.65 Nm (both in battery mode). I would be thankful if anyone could clarify this, are the numbers wrong? Also Tilta recently announced the next version of the Nano, which is supposed to be cheaper and better (whatever that means), so I would definitely wait before buying this.

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

Take it easy, I didn't say this has the highest torque! The M has more torque for sure, it even broke a couple of my lenses in half. :P

[@PaoloCaringal-ep4bu]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget Is this a joke? Did you really wreck your lenses? This is very concerning for someone interested in this project.

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

@@PaoloCaringal-ep4bu The nucleus M has indeed ripped up two helicoids of my photo lenses already from too high torque.

[@PaoloCaringal-ep4bu]

@@AnamorphicOnABudget What the hell???? They should be liable for those damages!

[@t4t213]

My rear!! What’s affordable about this at $340 and why should I not pick up another tilta nano for less price and well tested??? Do you guys get a kick back for pushing BS products ??

[@AnamorphicOnABudget]

I get a kick from comments like this! :P