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Movcam Sony a7S lanc control cable released

By associate editor Elliot Smith:

Movcam’s cable adapter to turn Sony’s a7S into a run-and-gun powerhouse has been released and is available now for around $60 US (or £54 if you’re in the UK).

Movcam a7S lanc controller
Movcam a7S lanc controller
Movcam a7s lanc controller and cage
Movcam a7s lanc controller and cage

It allows remote control of iris and zoom over a standard lanc cable. When it’s paired with the FS7’s control grip unit and a compatible lens you can zoom remotely. Current supported lenses for the zoom function are unsurprisingly all Sony PZ (Power Zoom) models – the 28-135, 18-105 and 18-200 PZ lenses.

With the proper shoulder rig this will allow you to use the a7S in traditional ENG on-the-shoulder style but with image controls at your fingertips.

Movcam a7S lanc controller in use on a shoulder rig
Movcam a7S lanc controller in use on a shoulder rig

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