Kondor Blue has recently released a new cage, articulating mounting arm, and cables designed specifically for the LiDAR sensor module of DJI’s latest FIZ control system, the Focus Pro. These new accessories should make it easier to securely and precisely position the LiDAR rangefinder for optimal autofocus performance. Back in April, DJI launched Focus Pro, an affordable but pretty advanced lens control ecosystem combining the benefits of a traditional wireless follow focus system with those of LiDAR technology. In short, it allows you to turn cine manual lenses into autofocus ones while still retaining full manual control of focus (as well as iris and zoom) if needed. You can read all about it in our initial coverage here. The complete DJI Focus Pro kit consists of a hand unit, a grip, motors for Focus/Iris/Zoom (FIZ), and the LiDAR unit – which needs to be carefully centered with the camera’s optical axis and, ideally, positioned as close as possible to the lens’ entrance pupil. However, the flimsy, short, cold-shoe mount that comes standard with Focus Pro sometimes makes it hard to accurately position the LiDAR module for optimal results. Hence, Kondor Blue came up with an alternative. Let’s take a look! Kondor Blue Cage and Cine Mount for DJI Focus Pro LiDAR This tiny, low-profile cage wraps around the DJI Focus Pro LiDAR module without adding much bulk or weight to your camera setup. Indeed, the cage measures 86x39x60mm / 3.39×1.54×2.36in and is featherlight, tipping the scale at only 56g/1.9oz. Kondor...
Published By: CineD - Monday, 4 November