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What Filmmakers Need to Know About the New DJI Focus Pro

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The redesigned DJI Focus Pro Grip offers an exceptional LiDAR-focusing experience, even without a Ronin stabilizer. It features a system power supply that lasts 2.5 hours, intuitive screen operations, and auto-calibration. It can store data for up to 15 lenses and supports Bluetooth start/stop recording. The grip is also designed for handheld shooting, making it versatile and user-friendly.

Table of Contents

  • Overview of the DJI Focus Pro
  • Key Features of the DJI Focus Pro
  • DJI Focus Pro LiDAR Technology
  • Seamless Integration with DJI Ecosystem
  • DJI Focus Pro Design and Usability

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Overview of the DJI Focus Pro

The DJI Focus Pro motor is a device that can be used to remotely control the focus ring or zoom ring of a camera lens. With this motor, you can make precise adjustments to the focus or zoom level of the lens, which is useful for various filming and photography situations. The DJI Focus Pro provides users with the ability to remotely and accurately adjust the focus or zoom of their camera, resulting in professional and smooth footage.

Key Features of the DJI Focus Pro

DJI Focus Pro LiDAR

The cornerstone of the DJI Focus Pro system is its LiDAR technology. The DJI Focus Pro LiDAR component enhances autofocus capabilities significantly, even in fast-paced shooting scenarios, thanks to its 76,800 range points. This technology enables precise focusing control up to 20 meters away, making it an essential tool for solo cinematographers and large-scale productions alike. A super-wide 70° focus field of view effortlessly handles compositions along the edges and close-up shots, greatly expanding creative possibilities.

Automated Manual Focus (AMF)

The DJI Focus Pro introduces Automated Manual Focus (AMF), which integrates manual precision with automated focusing. This feature allows for rapid adjustments and ensures moving subjects remain in sharp focus throughout the filming process. In AMF mode, when the autofocus is active, the front dial on the Grip (or the focus knob on the Hand Unit) turns at the same time. This setup lets cinematographers see the focus status on the monitor and feel the movement of the autofocus through tactile feedback at their fingertips.

 

This intuitive connection allows them to quickly decide when they might need to step in and adjust the focus manually. Focus control is always within easy reach. In AMF mode, you can switch manual focus control on and off in just milliseconds. This approach not only captures your intentions with greater precision for a cohesive visual narrative but also greatly increases efficiency on set by minimizing disruptions from changing focus modes.

Advanced FIZ Hand Unit

The FIZ (Focus, Iris, Zoom) Hand Unit of the DJI Focus Pro offers magnetic damping for smooth adjustments, crucial for precise and uninterrupted focus transitions during shooting. Focus pullers can smoothly manage the lens focus, zoom, and iris, enhancing teamwork and facilitating the filming of more complex scenes.

The Focus Pro Hand Unit features real-time, stepless damping adjustment, balancing comfort and precision

 

DJI Focus Pro LiDAR Technology

Effortless Subject Tracking

 

With a built-in camera that matches a 30mm focal length and a 70-degree field of view, the DJI Focus Pro LiDAR provides accurate focusing. It enables effortless switching between wide-angle, telephoto, and focus spot modes, depending on your shooting requirements.

Enhanced Recognition and Tracking Performance

ActiveTrack Pro technology works seamlessly with the RS 4 Pro gimbal, enhancing recognition and tracking performance, especially with multiple or distant subjects. This integration allows for precise autofocus in cinema-style productions.

Seamless Integration with DJI Ecosystem

The DJI Focus Pro is fully compatible with the DJI PRO Ecosystem, facilitating seamless integration with various other DJI products such as Ronin stabilizers and the Inspire drone. This compatibility enhances the usability of the DJI Focus Pro in various filming environments, providing flexibility and efficiency in dynamic and time-sensitive shooting situations.

DJI Focus Pro Design and Usability

Intuitive Controls

The DJI Focus Pro Grip features an integrated 1.8″ touchscreen display, a front dial, mode button, and recording buttons for intuitive operation of your camera and lenses. The hand unit facilitates easy switching between manual and autofocus modes, adding to the user-friendly design of the DJI Focus Pro system.

Easy Installation

The design of the DJI Focus Pro allows for easy installation and operation. It can also pair with the DJI Ronin app over Bluetooth to complete the calibration of manual lenses. This is crucial for filmmakers who need to quickly adapt to changing scenes and environments.

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