Varizoom Rock Style Zoom, Focus, Iris control Only for HVX200 and DVX100B camcorders

by VariZoom

Product Details

• Item Weight: 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FU6MH0
• Item model number: VZ-ROCK-PZFI
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Designed specifically for Panasonic's HVX200 and DVX100B camcorders, the Rock PZFI is the first and only control that offers precise zoom, focus, and iris adjustments in the same unit. As a result, the camera operator can perform virtually any adjustment on the fly without having to fumble for awkward buttons or switch equipment. The Rock PZFI employs a pressure-sensitive, side-to-side rocker switch that performs smooth, sustainable zooms while offering a greater range of motion than traditional throttle-style controls, resulting in a finer degree of zoom adjustment. It's also a breeze to adjust the exposure and focus thanks to the dual focus and iris knobs, which turn smoothly and quietly. Even better, two people can operate the knobs at the same time--a handy option when capturing critical moving or crane shots. And operators aren't restricted to one mode or the other, as the body switches between manual and auto modes (for either the focus or iris) at any time. Other details include a low-profile record/pause button, a 40-inch cord length, and a sturdy ABS plastic housing. The Rock PZFI--which works on all camera supports, stabilizers, tripods, and jibs--measures 2 by 2.75 inches (W x L), weighs 0.25 pounds, and is backed by a two-year warranty on parts and labor.

Product Description

Specifically designed for Panasonic HVX200 and DVX100B this is the first and only zoom, focus, and iris control. This powerful combination offers precise control over these three camera functions. Operator may switch between auto and manual control for either focus or iris at anytime. Works on all camera supports, stabilizers, tripods, & jibs The RockZFI utilizes a pressure-sensitive, side-to-side rocker switch like broadcast zoom controls. This rocker has a greater range of motion for a finer degree of zoom control than the throttle style zoom controls. Adjust the exposure or focus with a finger, smooth and quiet knobs provide easy operation while you compose your shots. Independent focus/iris knobs allow for two people to operate together for critical focus during moving shots or crane moves, imagine the possibilities! The body switches click into position, letting you watch the picture, not your hands. Wide-sweep variable rocker for smooth, sustainable zooms Low profile record/pause button Unique dual knob adjustment Body switches for manual/auto modes Width 2" Length 2.75" Max Clamp Diameter 1.25" Cord Length 40" Weight 0.25 lb. Material ABS Compatibility DVX100B, HVX200 Warranty 2 years parts/labor

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Using on the Panasonic HMC-150, February 8, 2010

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R. Sides (AL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Varizoom Rock Style Zoom, Focus, Iris control Only for HVX200 and DVX100B camcorders (Electronics)

I currently have this mounted on my rig and use it with the Panasonic HMC-150 camera. Works great!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Easy to Use; Well-Made, January 21, 2011

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Adam Terrell (Denton, TX) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Varizoom Rock Style Zoom, Focus, Iris control Only for HVX200 and DVX100B camcorders (Electronics)

I bought this for use with my HMC150. It works perfectly with two small hitches.

Cons: For the HMC150, the plug locations are swapped, so the two small jacks almost don't twist around at the end where they are conjoined to fit into the jacks. Once they've been left plugged in for a while, however they tend to stay that way.

The focus knob is fixed, so it only twists so far each way. While this is utterly invaluable, it would be nice if it also had an option to HOLD the current focus if you had already set the focus either with autofocus or the focus ring on the camera. Because when you switch the knob on this controller to manual, wherever the knob is set, it jumps to that without keeping into account where it was before.

Pros: The cable is quite long. I was worried when I looked on here to see that lots of people buy an extension cable. It's just over 3', so that was a relief.

The record button takes just the right amount of pressure to depress. Don't worry about accidentally hitting it. It's not a flimsy plastic clicker.

If any of the knobs aren't calibrated properly, or your zoom is creeping (which I find is very rare, so that's another pro) they make it very easy to readjust the knobs with an allen wrench.

The instructions weren't poorly translated from Chinese, and they're very concise and exhaustive. I had no more questions after reading them.

I'm not sure whether you'll find this a good or bad thing (I personally cannot decide; it depends on the situation,) but the iris and focus controls are INSANELY precise. While touching a knob, if you THINK of adjusting it, you do.

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Product, February 21, 2009

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T. Smith (Somewhere) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Varizoom Rock Style Zoom, Focus, Iris control Only for HVX200 and DVX100B camcorders (Electronics)

Really works wonders with the HVX200, I love using rocker, I don't know how I managed without it before. My only con is this thing is a bit pricey, I don't think it should cost more than $160, But it is well worth it.