View Full Version : Zoom / Focus controllers for JVC GY-HD series Pro HD camcorders


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Chris Hurd
January 2nd, 2007, 05:17 PM
Okay, now I get it -- the original link was a zoom controller, but you're right, the same thing applies here... it connects directly to the lens at its focus ring, so it doesn't matter which camera you're using with it. All that matters is the lens.

Drew Curran
January 3rd, 2007, 06:15 AM
This is excellent news, and relatively cheap

I wonder if it will work with the stock HD100 lens?

Thanks for this


Andrew

Jack Walker
January 3rd, 2007, 09:28 AM
This is excellent news, and relatively cheap

I wonder if it will work with the stock HD100 lens?

Thanks for this
Andrew
I called varizoom and the person I talked to said that it does work with the JVC HD100, which I believe would mean the stock lens.

The unit adapts to two different barrel sizes of Fujinon lenses.

However, I have yet to speak to anyone who has acutally used the Varizoom unit.

Lee Hopper
March 14th, 2007, 03:03 PM
I have a similiar one for my dsr300, in fact I have two, good solid units.

Chris Hurd
March 14th, 2007, 05:32 PM
It has an aluminum housing and is solid and hefty -- you can pretty much use it to hammer nails.

Ralph McCloud
May 19th, 2007, 08:33 AM
I have the JVC hdv-200 cam with the standard 16x lens that comes with it. I am looking for both zoom and focus/iris controllers I can attach to my lens.

One issue I need to deal with is . . . the cam is attached to the end of a 21 foot jib. So I need something that has long enough cables.

You guys got any suggestions? I appreciate any input! Thanks!

Jack Walker
May 19th, 2007, 10:16 AM
You could use one of the 8-pin Fujinon controllers made by Varizoom with this extension cable from Varizoom:
http://www.varizoom.com/products/accessories/vzext8pin.html

Here are the controllers (the Fujinon 8-pin are near the bottom):
http://www.varizoom.com/controlsindex.html

All are available from B&H, a sponsor of dvinfo.net

Ralph McCloud
May 20th, 2007, 08:09 AM
You could use one of the 8-pin Fujinon controllers made by Varizoom with this extension cable from Varizoom:
http://www.varizoom.com/products/accessories/vzext8pin.html

Here are the controllers (the Fujinon 8-pin are near the bottom):
http://www.varizoom.com/controlsindex.html

All are available from B&H, a sponsor of dvinfo.net


The zoom control would work, but the problem is the cable length for the focus controller. I don't think they make a cable over 20 feet for focus?? At least I can't find one!

Tom Wills
May 20th, 2007, 10:29 AM
Because the focus controllers like the one you found are mechanical devices, there is a limit. But, Varizoom has an electronic model which works pretty far. I've never used it, but maybe it's right for your purpose. http://www.varizoom.com/products/controls/vzefc.html

Jack Walker
May 20th, 2007, 06:54 PM
Because the focus controllers like the one you found are mechanical devices, there is a limit. But, Varizoom has an electronic model which works pretty far. I've never used it, but maybe it's right for your purpose. http://www.varizoom.com/products/controls/vzefc.html

I own this one, and it would work fine. It's made for a jib. You can set 4 focus positions and go from one to the next and then back just by pushing a button. You can also adjust focus by twisting the knob, but the control is not real fine. The easiest is to use the presets. This unit will go a lot more than 20 feet.

(Note: on my Fujinon wide angle lens, I had to add a washer under the head of the screw that attaches the unit to the lens. The screw is a bit too long for my lens, but it works fine with the extra washer.)

Ralph McCloud
May 22nd, 2007, 07:20 AM
I own this one, and it would work fine. It's made for a jib. You can set 4 focus positions and go from one to the next and then back just by pushing a button. You can also adjust focus by twisting the knob, but the control is not real fine. The easiest is to use the presets. This unit will go a lot more than 20 feet.

(Note: on my Fujinon wide angle lens, I had to add a washer under the head of the screw that attaches the unit to the lens. The screw is a bit too long for my lens, but it works fine with the extra washer.)

Jack,
Which Fujinon wide angle lens are you using? What cam do you have?

Carlos Rodriguez
May 24th, 2007, 12:29 PM
my church is using the same zoom and focus controls from their DV500's on the 110's (i got them to switch over) and they work like a breeze.

Alex Humphrey
May 25th, 2007, 01:04 PM
I need to control the zoom remotely on my HD100. Can anyone tell me which controlers fit well for this camera? I saw one model from Varizoom and they say it is good for the Fujinon lens on the HD100. Any other makes?

I LOVE my Varizoom for my JVC HD110. Step up from the varizoom for LANC for my sony. Set the maximum speed with the dial as usuall, but you can feather gradually and repeatedly the rocker arm with the max set at any level. I got over a 60 second creep with the stock lens. I'll have to time it again and make sure I'm not exaggerating. It might have been only 45 seconds, but I thought I remembered it was over a minute. Half the price of the JVC zoom. Now to save up for a focus controller and get rid of my manfroto 501 and sticks...

Jack Walker
September 24th, 2007, 02:03 AM
Jack,
Which Fujinon wide angle lens are you using? What cam do you have?

I have an hd110 and the 13x5.5 lens. The Varizoom electronic controller also works on the standard lens. (I had to add a washer when attaching it to the lens because the screw was a bit too long. Worked fine, not a problem.)