Is there a way to control the auto focus from a controller (or a cable to attach?)

weathermore — Sun, 25 Dec 2016 04:07:27 GMT

I just purchased a Canon 80d for my wife. One of the devices that I use to record video is the Zhiyun Crane (3 axis gimble) with the black magic pocket cinema camera. The 80D works great with this device, however, I was wondering if anyone knew a way to control the auto focus (IE - re-focus) from a remote controller (preferably wirelessly).

The crane also has a micro-usb input so that you can plug a cable into it and control the focus from the crane (it has a two button programmable switch, and there is firmware available for the Canon 5D so I'm thinking I should be able to rig the Crane up to control the 80D's focus.) If there is not a wireless controller I could velcro to the crane, does anyone know of a cable that would connect the 80D to micro USB?

Re: Is there a way to control the auto focus from a controller (or a cable to attach?)

TCampbell — Sun, 25 Dec 2016 14:56:55 GMT

Do you have a smart phone or tablet? (iPhone, Android, etc.)

If you're using Canon's "Camera Connect" app, it gives you a remote live-view display. In that mode you should be able to touch a point in the remote live-view and the camera will focus to that point.

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Is there a way to control the auto focus from a controller (or a cable to attach?)

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