Run & Gun Kit for Canon EOS 7D

Kit Includes:

• iDC Viewfinder Assembly - Our customized Hoodman 3.0 Loupe with Quick-Release L Bracket & iDC System Mount.
• iDC Standard Follow-Focus Assembly. Now shipping with Black Wheel.
• Hardware required for assembly

Note: The iDC Follow Focus system is compatible with the Zacuto z-finder adhesive "Mounting Frame" set-up only. The iDC Follow-Focus is NOT compatible with the z-finder models that require a "Mounting Bracket" or their "Gorilla Plate".

"Most Follow-Focus rigs are overkill for use with a tidy little camera like the 7D. The gear-driven versions I've tried are generally cumbersome and far too complex. And expensive!

Gears need to be purchased and installed and alignment is a time-consuming process. These over-sized and overly-complex focusing systems might look butch but they effectively waste the stealthy advantages of a compact capture device like the Canon 7D...

When I see a problem like this, I’m compelled to find an elegant solution and I feel that I have." -Bruce

This rodless follow-focus assembly has been designed as a companion piece for our very successful iDC Viewfinder and together they form a unit that we call the iDC Run & Gun Kit. If you already have one of our iDC Viewfinders, installation is a quick two-screw operation. Our Follow-Focus is also compatible with the latest generation U-Boat Commander baseplates. A Quick Release baseplate for the U-Boat Commander is now available and ideally suited for docking the iDC Run & Gun module when external monitors or audio accessories are desired.

While most gear-driven follow-focus assemblies require an intermediate gear to allow intuitive operation, the iDC Follow-Focus just plain works. Twist the friction wheel counter-clockwise to move the plane of focus towards infinity. Rotate the wheel clockwise to bring the plane of focus towards the camera. Operation is simple, quick, and intuitive! Witness marks are included for both the solo operator and those with the luxury of a camera assistant. Sweet!

Note: Both of our Viewfinder and Follow Focus baseplates can accomodate tripod mounts with a 1/4-20 mount.

Compatible Lenses

Based upon the simple principles of gentle friction drive, the iDC Follow-Focus is compact, easy to adjust, and - best of all - encourages instant lens changes whenever the mood strikes. The iDC Standard Follow-Focus for the Canon EOS 7D will with the following Lenses:

Canon Prime Lenses for the iDC Standard Follow-Focus & the Canon EOS 7D:

• EF 14mm f2.8L I & II USM
• EF 20mm f2.8 USM
• EF 24mm f1.4L I & II USM
• EF 28 mm f1.8 USM
• EF 35mm f1.4L USM
• EF 50mm f1.4 USM
• EF 50mm f1.2L USM
• EF 85mm f1.8 USM
• EF 85mm f1.2L I & II USM
• EF 100mm f2 USM
• EF 100mm f2.8 Macro USM
• EF 100mm f2.8L Macro IS USM
• EF 135mm f2L USM
• EF 200mm f2.8L II USM

Canon Zoom Lenses for the iDC Standard Follow-Focus & the Canon EOS 7D:

• EF 16-35mm I & II f2.8L USM
• EF 17-35mm f2.8L USM
• EF 17-40mm f4L USM
• EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM
• EF 28-70mm f2.8L USM
• EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM
• EF 28-135mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM
• EF-S 10-22mm f3.5-4.5 USM
• EF-S 15-85mm f3.5-5.6 IS USM
• EF-S 17-55mm f2.8 IS USM

Non-Canon Lenses for the iDC Standard Follow-Focus & the Canon EOS 7D:

• Tokina 11-16mm f2.8
• Tamron 17-50mm f2.8
• Sigma 20mm f1.8
• Zeiss Distagon T* 21mm f2.8 ZE (EF Mount)
• Zeiss Planar T* 50mm f1.4 ZE (EF Mount)
• Nikkor 24mm f2.8 (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)
• Nikkor 28mm f2.8 (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)
• Nikkor 35mm f2 (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)
• Nikkor 50mm f1.4 (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)
• Nikkor 85mm f2 (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)
• Nikkor 105mm f2.5 (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)
• Nikkor 135mm (Adapted to Canon EOS Mount)

We will post information on other lenses as they become available.

May 1, 2010 XL Follow Focus Out-of-Stock Notice. The iDC Follow-Focus XL for the Canon EOS 7D will accommodate these Canon lenses:

• EF 24-70mm f2.8L USM
• EF 28-70mm f2.8L USM
• EF 24-105mm f4L IS USM
• EF 70-200mm f2.8L USM
• EF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM

Note: The iDC Follow Focus XL does not work with the Super Telephotos at this time.

Note: The iDC Follow Focus is compatible with the Zacuto Z-finder. If you don't need the iDC Viewfinder part of this Run & Gun Kit, you can find just the iDC Standard Follow-Focus for the Canon EOS 7D Here. The iDC Follow-Focus XL for the 7D Here.