FoMa has unveiled the Maxima Mk II. This comes as somewhat of a surprise, as the original Maxima went out of production years ago.
A lot of original Maxima users were asking the company when it was going to return, and after enough requests, they decided to make a MK II version.
The FoMa Maxima Mk II introduces native 24 V electronics with 50% more torque claimed across every axis. There are also modern B-Mount or Gold Mount Plus battery options and the addition of FoMa’s latest EvolveOS technology. The new FoMa RCP Lite provides the operator with built-in Mimic Control, professional wheel options, FoMa PanBar integration, and high-power frequency-hopping 2.4 GHz wireless control capable of 1 Watt.
Maxima MK II has a payload capacity of up to 30 kg / 66 lb, while it weighs 7.5 kg / 16.5 lb. This gives it an impressive 4:1 payload-to-system-weight ratio. This gives operators the ability to work with full-size cinema cameras, large zoom lenses, broadcast configurations, and specialized camera builds without compromising the package to fit the gimbal. At a system weight comparable to a DJI Ronin 2 with its surrounding frame, FoMa Maxima Mk II supports more than twice the rated payload.
Like the original Maxims, the MK II version requires only two camera balance adjustments: fore/aft and side-to-side. This is unlike conventional L-shaped designs, which require additional adjustments to establish full system balance across their offset axes. The difference becomes particularly noticeable whenever the camera package changes. Changing a camera body, lens, filter, matte box, focus motor, transmitter, battery, or other accessory can shift the center of gravity. On a conventional L-shaped gimbal, that may mean revisiting several dimensions of balance across all three axis. FoMa Maxima Mk II reduces the number of variables the operator has to chase. With good mechanical balance established quickly, FoMa Maxima Mk II can then be Autotuned and returned to shooting with minimal setup time.
Here are the key new features in Maxima Mk II:
- Autotune: quickly tune the system for each camera and lens combination.
- Computer-free setup: adjust operating settings directly from the onboard FoMa Maxima Mk II touch display or external FoMa RCP Lite.
- Long-range wireless control: frequency-hopping 2.4 GHz wireless integrated into the FoMa RCP Lite, with transmission power up to 1 W where permitted.
- Built-in Mimic Control: use the FoMa RCP Lite itself for intuitive motion-based operation.
- Expanded control compatibility: operate FoMa Maxima Mk II with NODO Inertia Wheels, ARRI Digital Wheels, PLC Wheels, or the FoMa PanBar through the new FoMa RCP Lite.
EvolveOS comes to FoMa Maxima Mk II
EvolveOS brings Autotune, custom profiles, system monitoring, and an intuitive operator interface to Maxima Mk II — no computer required. Quickly adapt to new camera builds, save and recall profiles, and monitor performance directly on set, with the same familiar workflow known from FoMa Antares.
- Auto Tune: Quickly optimizes stabilization for changing camera builds, reducing setup time between configurations.
- Custom Profiles: Save and recall settings for different cameras, lenses, payloads, and operating conditions.
- Mimic Control: Built into the FoMa Core RCP. Move the FoMa Core and MAXIMA Mk II follows for intuitive remote operation.
- Real-Time System Monitoring: View system status and performance information directly through the EvolveOS interface.
Native 24v. 50% More Torque.
The move to 24v is more than a battery update. FoMa MaximaMk II’s electronics are now natively designed around a 24v system, increasing the available motor performance and torque across every stabilized axis by 50%. The power system supports modern 24v BMount and Gold Mount Plus battery plates, while integrated 12v down-conversion maintains support for cameras, wireless systems, lens-control equipment, monitors, and other accessories that operate on traditional 12v.
Control Without the Computer
One of the most significant workflow changes in FoMa Maxima Mk II is what operators no longer need. The new FoMa RCP Lite provides high-power-capable, frequency-hopping 2.4 GHz wireless control with an integrated display for direct access to system settings, tuning, profiles, and operating parameters. FoMa Maxima Mk II can be completely configured without requiring separate computer software. The FoMa RCP Lite also provides integrated Mimic Control, allowing FoMa Maxima Mk II to follow the physical movement of the controller for an intuitive alternative to conventional operating methods. For extreme-distance applications, the wireless architecture is capable of transmission power up to 1 watt where permitted regionally, providing robust long-range control and communication.
Built Around the Ring
At the center of FoMa Maxima Mk II is its distinctive closed-ring mechanical architecture. The rigid structure creates a stable platform around the camera and works together with precision bearings and specially developed high-torque brushless motors to maintain smooth, controlled movement under substantial loads. The design was created with power reserve in mind. Optimized bearings, rigid mechanical construction, and high motor torque provide the force and structural stability required for dynamic camera movement with demanding configurations, both handheld or mounted to vehicles, cranes, dollies, or structures.
Professional camera builds change throughout the day. Lenses, accessories, wireless systems, and production requirements can quickly alter the camera’s center of gravity. FoMa Maxima Mk II uses the same simple-to-use dovetail adjustment found in all FoMa products to support fast camera installation and precise fore-aft and side-to-side positioning, helping operators quickly set balance and return to shooting efficiently.
Pricing & Availability
The FoMa Maxima Mk II Limited Edition Complete Kit will cost the following:
- Worldwide: EUR 13,750 plus any applicable taxes/tariffs and shipping costs
- USA only: US $14,990 USD plus any applicable taxes/tariffs and shipping costs
The FoMa Maxima Mk II will be produced in limited numbers, and expected availability is at the end of Q1 2027.
