The ARRI FF-5 Follow Focus Adapter is used with an ARRI FF-5 HD or Cine component. This adapter base snaps onto a pair of bridge plate-supported 15mm rods (FF-5 and rods not included), and locks via thumbscrew. Mounting and detaching the adapter from the FF-5 can be done in the field by the user and does not require shop service.

Mounts FF-5 HD/Cine on 15mm Rods    Thumbscrew Lock    User-Mountable in Field

Works with both the HD and Cine versions of the FF-5 follow focus (FF-5 not included)

Thumbscrew-locking adapter snaps onto a pair of 15mm rods (rods not included)

Can be mounted and removed in the field by the user

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there any play with this follow focus?

A: Yes there is. However it is very manageable especially when compared to other follow focus at this price point.

Q: 2. Is it possible to unmount the FF from the 15mm rod adaptor and mount it on a 19mm Tilta rod adaptor?

A: We do not recommend it because It is not designed to do that. This doesn't mean that it is impossible to mount the follow focus to a 19mm rod adaptor but you would likely lose the ability to easily slide left and right to accommodate different diameter lenses. Not to mention it would void the warranty in the event something happened to your follow focus as a result of this modification.

Q: 3. I have a Panasonic Lumix 12-35mm zoom with a continuous focus ring. How can I use the FF-T03 Follow Focus with this lens? It looks like there isn't a manual with this system?

A: to attach the follow focus you will have to mount the camera on a rig. At least on a camera support with a 15mm rod system. Ikan Tilta have nice rigs too. The follow focus will mount nicely to the rods. Included in the follow focus are some gear ribbons to mount around the lens focus ring. It works perfect. However you will have to make up your mind wether you really need all this setup, as everything gets a bit bigger, bulky and heavier.The Ikan Tilta follow focus is very well made, good quality and dos the job well.I use it with the Sony F3 and larger film cameras.All the best.

Q: 4. Can you reverse the Follow Focus rotation? (Clockwise/Counter Clockwise)

A: According to Tilta, you cannot reverse the follow focus rotation on the FF-T03.

Q: 5. Is this a good follow focus for the Tilta ES-T15 Rig used with the Sony FS 7?

A: I have used this follow focus with a Panasonic AF100?as well as a Panasonic GH4 and it works perfectly.

Q: 6. Can you change the gearing to 1:1.8 for Cine Lens?

A: This follow focus uses 0.8 pitch gears. 0.8 gears are the industry standard for follow focus rings in the cinema industry therefore this follow focus is compatible with most cinema lenses.

Q: 7. Can this unit be mounted on either side of the lens?

A: Hello Andrew, Thank you for your question! Indeed our Follow Focus FA123 can be mounted on either side of the lens, since it has a single rod clamp system. We hope this helps and we thank you for your interest in our products. The SHAPE team

Q: 8. Will this attach to RED Expander Module for the Red Komodo?

A: The Axler 15mm Rod Bridge Adapter will not attach to the RED Expander Module for the RED Komodo because the 1/4"-20 threads are not flat.

Q: 9. What is the travel length of the top in "?

A: The length of the top part of the ARRI Compact Bridge Plate CBP-6 (15mm) is 9".

Q: 10. Does this have adjustable hard stops?

A: It does not.