Seriously thank you, thank you, my follow Focus didn't want to work spend 24h hours on it watched a hundreds of videos , your one is 100 % the best video , i followed your steps and work like a charm thank you , you saved us .
i'm confused... why does it need to connect to the camera? shouldn't connecting it to the gimbal, just make it controllable from the follow focus dial on the handle? I want to use this with my FS5, can it be done?
my data cable didn't fit into the bottom of the servo as seen in 1:37 it snapped after a light fall and now I can't use the servo? I have tried other micro USB to micro USB cables but nothing seems to work. i cant find the zw-micro-004 data cable anywhere online and zhiyun wont reply to any of my emails. does this mean i have to buy another servo altogether?
Is the second cable that you plug into the side of the camera a requirement? Looks like the plug is blocking both of the inputs. I'm assuming it's just to control the camera settings from a remote. I'd like to get this one day but I wanna be able to plug in an external monitor. Would I be able to just use my phone as a monitor if both cables are plugged in?
ATTN: ZHIYUN My #1 REQUEST (if this already exists PLEASE tell me how) is that you program the firmware for the next Servo update to AUTO-CALIBRATE to each new lens... this is a standard feature on most every wireless follow focus and ABSOLUTELY necessary when your working with a powerful servo motor like this one and attaching it to the built-in gears of Cine Style lenses like the ROKINON Cine DS series... I own the entire set and purchased this exclusively to use with these. The PROBLEM... is that they have a FINITE FOCUS turn on the barrel of the lens, they CANNOT and SHOULD NOT have pressure applied to turn them past this point as it will cause damage after regular use. HOW THIS WOULD WORK... EASY... 1.) You attach the lens of choice. 2.) Enter the options of the Crane2. 3.) Select Calibrate Lens. 4.) With limited Torque-Power, the servo would spin in one direction until it reaches the limit of the lens (macro) & remember this position. 5.) The servo spins the opposite direction (infinity) and does the same thing for this position. DONE... we now have the limits of the lens locked in and no worries of turning past. ALTERNATIVELY > This could be done manually. Menu select much like setting an A/B point only they would be specific to calibrating the lens... enable a low-torque mode to dial them in while doing no potential damage... and DONE. Aside from this, I am super happy with the build quality and instant connectivity (remember to update firmware of Crane 2 before connecting the Servo).
@@AliShahmeer I still use my crane 2 on the regular, but I have NEVER found a solution and I don't think the point A & point B function in the firmware work at all. I've never gotten them too and tried countless times and ways. I just gave up and decided to use my A7iii in auto-focus and never risk using the sub-par follow focus. Occasionally I'll use it for my zoom on the 16-35GM, but I always try to use 18-32 so I don't damage my $2400 lens with this junk. Also... firmware updates are incredibly challenging for the FF. Best of luck. If you ever find a solution, add it to this thread please :)
The Panasonic Control Cable is way too short for this. It's either connecting the camera to the Crane or the servo but I can't connect the camera to the servo and then to the Crane. Is there some sort of workaround? Maybe an adapter or something? I have a GH5 with Rokinon Cine Lenses adapted. Thanks!
Do I need to charge the servo follow focus? I just recently bought this and teeth grip keeps separating from the one mounted on my lens. I push it back together and works for a few seconds turning my focal length before it disconnects again
got 2 one on a cine lens that works awesome and one without gears where i had to use the rubber which is crap, the rubber is too narrow and really hard to get in a straight line and tight enough to turn the focus ring. Even in your example video the rubber is wonky which means the servo focus at some point will derail itself from the rubber , having trouble right now getting it to stay on the SEL85F18 lens. The rubber gearing needs to be substantially wider to get rid of this issue :)
Hello, I just got the server in order to connect it to my camera but there was not cable for the crane. Where I can buy a zw micro 004 cable??? thanks in advance
Recently bought ZHIYUN Crane 2 with Servo Follow Focus. Attached my Sony A6300 using cables as shown on the video. Fond the issue - if no camera is chosen on stabilizer follow focus works fine, but if I choose sony camera in stabilizer settings to control start/stop record option on the camera via ZHIYUN Crane 2 follow focus won't work. Any solution?
@@ZhiyunTechGlobal That's fine. I would be pairing the focus wheel that comes with the Tilta Nucleus-Nano and mounting it to the Crane. What I meant was, will I be able to power the motor of the Tilta with a micro usb chord going into the Crane?
Hi Zhiyun. Can you confirm that the follow focus charges through the cable that is attached to the Crane 2 arm? Or co you have to charge it separately between shoots?
I just unboxed my servo follow focus and it doesnt work with my sony alpha 7s ii. Any ideas what i am doing wrong? firmware is v1.71. All the videos show just to plug it in, but that didnt work for me. ;-(
What I dont understand is why cant you just use the focus servo as manual focus even if camera is not supported. This is just. I spent a ton on this gimbal because it had this feature.
I bought one, waited weeks for it to be delivered, charged it, connected it correctly and it doesn't work. Read some reviews before you decide to buy this. Maybe you'll get one that works well but this item doesn't seem to be of the same high quality as Zhiyun gimbals. UPDATE: I've been told by both Zhiyun and the seller I purchased my servo from that some of the first generation servos have issues with the cable that connects it to the Crane. The servo apparently functions but the cable needs to be sent back to the seller and replaced with the new version.
Mine is still not working! I got a very weird problem. As soon as I turn my camera (SonyA7Rii) on it starts taking pictures non stop when connected to the Zhiyun Servo Follow Focus. As soon as disconnected with the Zhiyun Servo Follow Focus it stops taking pictures. WTF is this?! Does anybody know why this is happening? Thankful for any advice.
Hi Zhiyun, is this wireless follow focus only compatible for the Crane 2? I have the Crane M and this would be a great tool for video. If only compatible with the Crane 2, are there any plans to update the Crane M firmware so this tool can be used Crane M users? Thank you.
Hi BobToms100, currently Crane 2 is the only stabilizer in the wold's market that has realized focus pulling capability, we'll development more new products to fit in different needs, thank you for asking anyway!
would be nice if we could get it this and the remote to work independently as a remote follow focus, would open a big market as a standalone remote follow focus.
no. The servo is only the motor, powered by the gimbal. The gimbal is functioning as the transmitter for the signal to control it via the remote. So, unfortunately, its only possible to use the servo with the crane2.
Use a 15mm rod with the threaded end on one end, I have them from Smallrig. Pretty sad you can't get these direct answers from Zhiyun Tech and have to rely on Product users..
Couldn't this be used for zooming as well on a heavy camera with a light zoom + the crane 2? I'm pretty sure the motors of the crane 2 should be able to handle such a variation in centre of mass. Someone should give this a try, I mean I would if I were able to afford the crane 2
What's up dude!! I have the previous version, which is the zhiyun v2 crane. Do you think that this follow focus accessory can be adapted and work correctly in the previous version zhiyun crane v2? Regards.
yes, i will send you firmware V1.713 www.aliexpress.com/store/product/2018-zhiyun-zhi-yun-Crane-2-camera-camera-axis-gimbal-accessory-mechanical-servo-follow-focus/2653156_32851991449.html?spm=2114.12010615.0.0.270c5f69TD5u1x
It doesn't work. I'm using A7s2 (well, camera model is not relevant anyway), I connect the servo follow focus as required, turn the wheel and nothing happens. I tried firmware versions 1.71 and 1.72. Anyone has the same problem?
When you upgrade to the latest version . you will see the WHEEL OPTION .. SELECT PRIORITY TO HANDLE OR EXTERNAL . It works like a butter or an expensive Follow focus above 1000 $ plus.. I bought this device only because of this follow focus system. This works perfect.
Absolute no! The controller for this to handle is inside of the crane. You have to prioritise the wheels mode to external - so you can imagine that there is no chance to seperate the two units.
Hi. I wrote in the service support on Facebook Zhiyun-tech, can I connected with Crane V2 and usage some functions like motion sensor without focus function? replied that yes. But in I met comments where they that only connects and does nothing. ... could someone check?
Please fix the problem! I bought this and expect Focus control to work with ZY Play app as well. As mentioned here: www.avcsindia.com/zhiyun-servo-follow-focus-mechanical-for-crane-2-zhiyun-dealer-india "Wireless Follow Focus Through connecting the Crane 2 to ZY Play APP, various options and focusing can be achieved via the phone wirelessly, thus making more complex shooting possible." Or hier: www.photoshack.co.nz/product/Crane2ServoFollowFocus Various features & focusing can be accessed via the ZY Play App And on many sides it is mentioned so. But I can't find any Follow Focus control in the ZY Play App? I'm using Crane 2.
@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Why are additional wireless controllers needed to control Follow Focus via ZY Play App? The description doesn't say that: "Wireless Follow Focus Through connecting the Crane 2 to ZY Play APP, various options and focusing can be achieved via the phone wirelessly, thus making more complex shooting possible." It would be good if there was such a thing as tracking for Follow Focus. The focus moves when you move away or closer from the tracking object. It would be a nice gesture if Zhiyun developed something like this for ZY Play. But first Zhiyun has to provide Follow Focus via ZY Play. As mentioned in the description. You buy it with the expectation that this is the case and now you are told that you need wireless controllers? That's not okay.
Got the reply saying "Sorry, no any news about only firmware can support other camera follow focus, THANKS" I'll take that as a NO... What about the grammar tho? I understand that the reps are Chinese, but this type of professionalism is pretty disappointing tbh. Maybe I should have sent the email in Chinese and I'd get a better answer :/
Sony and Panasonic stills cameras don't support focus control over remote control. It would be your camera that would need a firmware update and you will need to email Sony/Panasonic. Until Sony/Panasonic support the option to control it Zhiyun cant' do anything.
Dont lose cable for connecting to crane 2 gimbal! If you loose it then any other cable wont just work! Only their special cable which costs 20 EUR. That's stupid Zhyiun!
SHOW HOW YOU CONNECT SERVO TO PANASONIC GH5......THE CABLE IS SHORT AND IS IMPOSSIBLE TO CONNCECT THE CAMERA TO SERVO FOCUS!!!! you are redicoulos! i spend my money for this and i must to set REC and STOP directly on the camera, no from Crane2. Zhiyun, send me a long cable!!!!!
very condescending of Zhiyun, reminds me of some sort of plastic, lego-like thing, never destined for long life in real life photography jobs or projects. just plain silly. just admit the crane 2 has focus capability only for canon & be done with it.
Seriously thank you, thank you, my follow Focus didn't want to work spend 24h hours on it watched a hundreds of videos , your one is 100 % the best video , i followed your steps and work like a charm thank you , you saved us .
Can the follow focus be used with non automatic lenses? Lenses like helios? Confused because of it being plugged to the camera
Thank you
Can I attach "crane 2s sling grip handle" to crane 2 ?
i'm confused... why does it need to connect to the camera? shouldn't connecting it to the gimbal, just make it controllable from the follow focus dial on the handle? I want to use this with my FS5, can it be done?
it need to be connected to the camera to controle the shutter release
my data cable didn't fit into the bottom of the servo as seen in 1:37 it snapped after a light fall and now I can't use the servo? I have tried other micro USB to micro USB cables but nothing seems to work. i cant find the zw-micro-004 data cable anywhere online and zhiyun wont reply to any of my emails. does this mean i have to buy another servo altogether?
Same issue, did you find a solution?
Anyway to connect it to an og black magic 1080?
Do i have to charge the servo for crane 2? Trying to trouble shoot why mine isn't working all of a sudden, pretty sure its all up to date.
When you plug it on the Crane 2, it will be automatically charged.
Is the second cable that you plug into the side of the camera a requirement? Looks like the plug is blocking both of the inputs. I'm assuming it's just to control the camera settings from a remote. I'd like to get this one day but I wanna be able to plug in an external monitor. Would I be able to just use my phone as a monitor if both cables are plugged in?
I have the same question. Because I would like to use the camera's hdmi out for an external monitor. Does anyone know the answer?
ruclips.net/video/lQ_BYp29kV4/видео.html
According to this guy, the system works without the connection between the follow focus and the camera body.
With the second cable you can adjust your camera settings from the gimble
ATTN: ZHIYUN
My #1 REQUEST (if this already exists PLEASE tell me how) is that you program the firmware for the next Servo update to AUTO-CALIBRATE to each new lens... this is a standard feature on most every wireless follow focus and ABSOLUTELY necessary when your working with a powerful servo motor like this one and attaching it to the built-in gears of Cine Style lenses like the ROKINON Cine DS series... I own the entire set and purchased this exclusively to use with these.
The PROBLEM... is that they have a FINITE FOCUS turn on the barrel of the lens, they CANNOT and SHOULD NOT have pressure applied to turn them past this point as it will cause damage after regular use.
HOW THIS WOULD WORK... EASY... 1.) You attach the lens of choice. 2.) Enter the options of the Crane2. 3.) Select Calibrate Lens. 4.) With limited Torque-Power, the servo would spin in one direction until it reaches the limit of the lens (macro) & remember this position. 5.) The servo spins the opposite direction (infinity) and does the same thing for this position.
DONE... we now have the limits of the lens locked in and no worries of turning past.
ALTERNATIVELY > This could be done manually. Menu select much like setting an A/B point only they would be specific to calibrating the lens... enable a low-torque mode to dial them in while doing no potential damage... and DONE.
Aside from this, I am super happy with the build quality and instant connectivity (remember to update firmware of Crane 2 before connecting the Servo).
Is there any solution to this problem, because i just got this issue and idk how to solve it
@@AliShahmeer I still use my crane 2 on the regular, but I have NEVER found a solution and I don't think the point A & point B function in the firmware work at all. I've never gotten them too and tried countless times and ways. I just gave up and decided to use my A7iii in auto-focus and never risk using the sub-par follow focus. Occasionally I'll use it for my zoom on the 16-35GM, but I always try to use 18-32 so I don't damage my $2400 lens with this junk. Also... firmware updates are incredibly challenging for the FF. Best of luck. If you ever find a solution, add it to this thread please :)
IS IT POSSIBLE TO ZOOM WITH IT ALSO?
how to use the servo system without the gimbal. ex. i want to use it on a slider.
It is necessary to connect to the Crane 2 to use.
Zhiyun-tech oh ok then thank u. Unfortunately i only have the crane plus.
@@rrvirus Check this video if you need to use a follow focus on a crane plus ruclips.net/video/0qLReWqqiI8/видео.html
Can you use the follow focus w/out the chord connecting to the gimbal?
No it cannot
The Panasonic Control Cable is way too short for this. It's either connecting the camera to the Crane or the servo but I can't connect the camera to the servo and then to the Crane. Is there some sort of workaround? Maybe an adapter or something? I have a GH5 with Rokinon Cine Lenses adapted. Thanks!
Yep same issue. not even sure if you can buy an extension.
Do I need to charge the servo follow focus? I just recently bought this and teeth grip keeps separating from the one mounted on my lens. I push it back together and works for a few seconds turning my focal length before it disconnects again
It will be charged when connects to the gimbal. Please send your issue video to support@zhiyun-tech.com for diagnosis.
got 2 one on a cine lens that works awesome and one without gears where i had to use the rubber which is crap, the rubber is too narrow and really hard to get in a straight line and tight enough to turn the focus ring. Even in your example video the rubber is wonky which means the servo focus at some point will derail itself from the rubber , having trouble right now getting it to stay on the SEL85F18 lens. The rubber gearing needs to be substantially wider to get rid of this issue :)
Thanks for your feedback.
Hello,
I just got the server in order to connect it to my camera but there was not cable for the crane. Where I can buy a zw micro 004 cable??? thanks in advance
This is probably a dumb question but does this work with the nikon d3300?
Yes. It controls mechanically
I have a brand new one and have no idea where to sell it for cheap
Recently bought ZHIYUN Crane 2 with Servo Follow Focus. Attached my Sony A6300 using cables as shown on the video. Fond the issue - if no camera is chosen on stabilizer follow focus works fine, but if I choose sony camera in stabilizer settings to control start/stop record option on the camera via ZHIYUN Crane 2 follow focus won't work. Any solution?
Make sure all of the devices are updated to the latest fw.
Wow very very very cool 😎👌🏾
cool ,buy from Aliexpress : www.aliexpress.com/store/product/2018-zhiyun-zhi-yun-Crane-2-camera-camera-axis-gimbal-accessory-mechanical-servo-follow-focus/2653156_32851991449.html?spm=2114.12010615.0.0.270c5f69TD5u1x
I lost the metal piece my servo mount to. Any idea where I can buy replacement?
Anybody
Can i use this to zoom instead, from a distance using the remote?
Won't work with the original Crane for DSLRs?
Can we use a different follow focus motor, like the Tilta Nucleus-Nano, with this gimbal?
At present the handwheel cannot control other focus motors
@@ZhiyunTechGlobal That's fine. I would be pairing the focus wheel that comes with the Tilta Nucleus-Nano and mounting it to the Crane. What I meant was, will I be able to power the motor of the Tilta with a micro usb chord going into the Crane?
@@danhopkins2955 It is not suggested to do that. You may need external battery power.
@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Okay. Can you tell me the reason? The cable powers the Zhiyun Servo follow focus fine.
Will this accessory allow you to manual focus from the gimbal for a nikon d850 please let me know
it works with black magic pocket cinema camera?
Hi Zhiyun. Can you confirm that the follow focus charges through the cable that is attached to the Crane 2 arm? Or co you have to charge it separately between shoots?
Yes, it can be charged by Crane 2.
Does the ZC 2 still conserves power supply for sony cameras with that servo FF?
I just unboxed my servo follow focus and it doesnt work with my sony alpha 7s ii. Any ideas what i am doing wrong? firmware is v1.71. All the videos show just to plug it in, but that didnt work for me. ;-(
What I dont understand is why cant you just use the focus servo as manual focus even if camera is not supported. This is just. I spent a ton on this gimbal because it had this feature.
@@michaelbruceallen3700 did u find the way to make it work ?
why is the focus ring on the left side of the remote?
I bought one, waited weeks for it to be delivered, charged it, connected it correctly and it doesn't work. Read some reviews before you decide to buy this. Maybe you'll get one that works well but this item doesn't seem to be of the same high quality as Zhiyun gimbals. UPDATE: I've been told by both Zhiyun and the seller I purchased my servo from that some of the first generation servos have issues with the cable that connects it to the Crane. The servo apparently functions but the cable needs to be sent back to the seller and replaced with the new version.
Does it works with Zhiyun-Tech Crane V2?
Does this work with the Crane 1?
Great! How can I do A/B focusing (switch between A and B points)?
the same way as ab testing - take the first focus and the second, then ask a group of people which is better. hope that helps
It´s possible to use this servo follow focus on a crane 2s?
I’m wondering the same thing. Did you find an answer?
@@josemariosequeira Hi! I finally bought the model cmf-06
@@alejandrodanielalvarez5399 thanks for your reply!
Is this product compatible with nikon d810?
I purchased from this but i guess it's not compatible. What should I do?
I have Crane 2 and mechanic follow focus and nikon d810
Guys, I lost my support rod, can I buy anywhere? Anyone has a link to help me? I live in Brazil and I need a new support rod, help meeee
Hello, I wanted to know if it is compatible with the 2018 plus model, I need it to use it with a Nikon d750 in the zhiyun crane plus 2018
I would like to know this as well!
Mine is still not working! I got a very weird problem. As soon as I turn my camera (SonyA7Rii) on it starts taking pictures non stop when connected to the Zhiyun Servo Follow Focus. As soon as disconnected with the Zhiyun Servo Follow Focus it stops taking pictures. WTF is this?! Does anybody know why this is happening? Thankful for any advice.
Cool. Does this work with their previous version of gimbals?
No
Hi Zhiyun, is this wireless follow focus only compatible for the Crane 2? I have the Crane M and this would be a great tool for video. If only compatible with the Crane 2, are there any plans to update the Crane M firmware so this tool can be used Crane M users? Thank you.
Hi BobToms100, currently Crane 2 is the only stabilizer in the wold's market that has realized focus pulling capability, we'll development more new products to fit in different needs, thank you for asking anyway!
would be nice if we could get it this and the remote to work independently as a remote follow focus, would open a big market as a standalone remote follow focus.
is it possible to use the Servo without the Gimbal?
It's communicating with the gimbal, so I don't think so. The remote is probably sending commands the gimbal too.
no. The servo is only the motor, powered by the gimbal. The gimbal is functioning as the transmitter for the signal to control it via the remote.
So, unfortunately, its only possible to use the servo with the crane2.
Will this work on the Crane 2s?
Hi! Did you find an answer?
Do you have longer rods available for longer lenses?
Hi Thomas Penton, you may describe more specific of this demand to our team at marketing@zhiyun-tech.com.
seems like this is a normal normed rod. Sou you should be able to screw in any rod into the adapter
Use a 15mm rod with the threaded end on one end, I have them from Smallrig. Pretty sad you can't get these direct answers from Zhiyun Tech and have to rely on Product users..
Couldn't this be used for zooming as well on a heavy camera with a light zoom + the crane 2?
I'm pretty sure the motors of the crane 2 should be able to handle such a variation in centre of mass. Someone should give this a try, I mean I would if I were able to afford the crane 2
You have to have the Belt on the Zoom for the lens instead of Focus
How do you charge it?
Is it compatible with the Panasonic Gh5?
Yes
What's up dude!! I have the previous version, which is the zhiyun v2 crane. Do you think that this follow focus accessory can be adapted and work correctly in the previous version zhiyun crane v2?
Regards.
It is only for Crane 2.
What about support for Nikon??
I'm excited about this accessory! When will the firmware update be uploaded to the website? Thank you!
yes, i will send you firmware V1.713 www.aliexpress.com/store/product/2018-zhiyun-zhi-yun-Crane-2-camera-camera-axis-gimbal-accessory-mechanical-servo-follow-focus/2653156_32851991449.html?spm=2114.12010615.0.0.270c5f69TD5u1x
Will you update the website with this new firmware?
i ordered from this store yesterday and he sent me firmware )))
Are there any possible non mechanical follow focus in the future update?
Hi Sehati Setia Sekata Production, this really depends on camera brands, if they allow electronic pulling control access then we can make it :)
What about Panasonic Lumix series?
Can I use my Blackmagic Pocket camera on this ?
ruclips.net/video/ugEN7A_wc48/видео.html
@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Thanks.. I have the other BMPCC the model before the 4k, will the follow
focus work with that?
@@loopymediastuff It is an external mechanical follow focus motor. If you can mount it on your lens, then you can control it.
Hello, i don't know how to charge it ...thanks for help..
No USB plug for connecting my Nikon D7200?! :(
you have to get a usb to micro usb adapter and connect that way with Nikons :)
Could I use this item as power zoom?
It doesn't work. I'm using A7s2 (well, camera model is not relevant anyway), I connect the servo follow focus as required, turn the wheel and nothing happens. I tried firmware versions 1.71 and 1.72. Anyone has the same problem?
MENU-Wheel-prioriti-off
I have the same issue and I don't see a "wheel-priority-off" setting in the menu.
It works for me, update the firmware to 1.72
Ok, I upgraded and tried it but it still doesn't work. My servo follow focus is obviously defective. Thanks for the help.
When you upgrade to the latest version . you will see the WHEEL OPTION .. SELECT PRIORITY TO HANDLE OR EXTERNAL . It works like a butter or an expensive Follow focus above 1000 $ plus.. I bought this device only because of this follow focus system. This works perfect.
Hello, could we use Servo Follow Focus without Crane 2?
I've ask the question to Zhiyun. They say no, but i don't know why. There is a battery inside...
thanks BERCHET, properly they got controller inside crane 2 body
Yes I think so. It could be breat to adapt the remote and the servo with a cable, to unpass with the crane...
Absolute no! The controller for this to handle is inside of the crane. You have to prioritise the wheels mode to external - so you can imagine that there is no chance to seperate the two units.
works with nikon d800 - d850?
Yes, the servo motor controls mechanically. Don't forget to balance the gimbal after mounting it.
Does this work good with Sony and Panasonic?
pollomacco the camera on the video is sony.... :)
Sure, I saw that... But this is a promo video. I'd like to know if it really works! I have a GH5 and my friend the Sony A7SII
works. yes.
Is it compatible with panasonic gh5?
Yes that is what I use
Hi. Thank you for video. I review and sell gimbals in Russia. Focus wheel works perfect but remote FF doesn't work. Can you explain me what I can do
MENU-Wheel-priority trip
@@FOKKINODV I have had the same problem! Your answer helped me to solve it after more than 2 years! Thank you very much!!!
Price?
it's possible to use in Zhiyun Crane 1 firts verstion
it only for zhiyun crane 2
Hi. I wrote in the service support on Facebook Zhiyun-tech, can I connected with Crane V2 and usage some functions like motion sensor without focus function? replied that yes. But in I met comments where they that only connects and does nothing. ... could someone check?
Please fix the problem!
I bought this and expect Focus control to work with ZY Play app as well. As mentioned here: www.avcsindia.com/zhiyun-servo-follow-focus-mechanical-for-crane-2-zhiyun-dealer-india
"Wireless Follow Focus
Through connecting the Crane 2 to ZY Play APP, various options and focusing can be achieved via the phone wirelessly, thus making more complex shooting possible."
Or hier: www.photoshack.co.nz/product/Crane2ServoFollowFocus
Various features & focusing can be accessed via the ZY Play App
And on many sides it is mentioned so. But I can't find any Follow Focus control in the ZY Play App?
I'm using Crane 2.
It requires a wireless controller
@@ZhiyunTechGlobal Why are additional wireless controllers needed to control Follow Focus via ZY Play App? The description doesn't say that: "Wireless Follow Focus
Through connecting the Crane 2 to ZY Play APP, various options and focusing can be achieved via the phone wirelessly, thus making more complex shooting possible."
It would be good if there was such a thing as tracking for Follow Focus. The focus moves when you move away or closer from the tracking object. It would be a nice gesture if Zhiyun developed something like this for ZY Play.
But first Zhiyun has to provide Follow Focus via ZY Play. As mentioned in the description. You buy it with the expectation that this is the case and now you are told that you need wireless controllers? That's not okay.
Awesome!! But when is that Panasonic/Sony firmware update for the Crane 2 coming tho?
Hi, Kevin Lin, please contact service@zhiyun-tech.com to get the latest firmware, I believe they'll help you.
Means its never going to come!
Got the reply saying "Sorry, no any news about only firmware can support other camera follow focus, THANKS"
I'll take that as a NO... What about the grammar tho? I understand that the reps are Chinese, but this type of professionalism is pretty disappointing tbh. Maybe I should have sent the email in Chinese and I'd get a better answer :/
Kevin Lin LoL!
Sony and Panasonic stills cameras don't support focus control over remote control. It would be your camera that would need a firmware update and you will need to email Sony/Panasonic. Until Sony/Panasonic support the option to control it Zhiyun cant' do anything.
It;s not Support Fujifilm :(
So you suggest that we use a wireless electronic follow focus, to mechanically control a Sony lens which is "fly-by-wire". HAHAH fucking hilarious!
I know! and why is the focus ring on the left side of the remote?
works for the zhiyun crane plus
Dont lose cable for connecting to crane 2 gimbal! If you loose it then any other cable wont just work! Only their special cable which costs 20 EUR. That's stupid Zhyiun!
I can't even unscrew the Allen screw....
Wow, reading all the comments from previous buyers makes me not want to buy this gimbal. Doesn't seem to work as advertised.
SHOW HOW YOU CONNECT SERVO TO PANASONIC GH5......THE CABLE IS SHORT AND IS IMPOSSIBLE TO CONNCECT THE CAMERA TO SERVO FOCUS!!!! you are redicoulos! i spend my money for this and i must to set REC and STOP directly on the camera, no from Crane2. Zhiyun, send me a long cable!!!!!
Hey Luca, did you manage to connect it somehow? I am struggling with the same issue and was wondering if I was doing something wrong...
You need to order the Longer version of this cord for the GH5
Hm, but where to find that...:/
Ebay, Amazon
Hehe yes, there is a zhiyun cable for panasonic on auctions, but it's the same short one I already got :) havents seen a long one ever
12 people disliked this instruction and put their finger prints on the lens...
This looks like a flimsy afterthought
lol.. they give you one wire then proceed to use two wires
You get all the extra necessary wires when you buy the Zhiyun Crane 2. ;)
Pertramax
very condescending of Zhiyun, reminds me of some sort of plastic, lego-like thing, never destined for long life in real life photography jobs or projects. just plain silly. just admit the crane 2 has focus capability only for canon & be done with it.
Короче хрень! Это будет работать только по проводам от определённых камер.
Крутилка фокуса будет работать даже с кирпичом вместо камеры))
It will become heavier. LOL
Not really
Just get a Canon camera with great auto focus!
Lol that's like saying just get a iphone...
Shoots 4k, shoots slow mo, has auto focus.
lol
lol yea you wont be able to control it completely creativeively
only amateurs use auto-focus
Auto focus for video is for amateurs.