VariZoom VZ-SPGX Focus & Zoom Lens Control Kit for Canon XL Manual Lens, XL-1 & XL-1S.

VariZoom's VZ-PG-L (compact pistol grip) is one of three new medium duty camcorder controls offered by VariZoom. When used with the optional deluxe clamp, this compact prosumer control was designed for use on our custom DV camera shoulder support VZ-LSP, as well as tripods and other camera gear. Light weight with a curved handle for a comfortable grip when used with the VZ-LSP or other shoulder supports. This control is already a favorite of many videographers.

It is packed with all the same functions as our popular VZ-Pro-L. The combination zoom and speed control dial allows you to vary speeds in a single movement, smoothly from a slow crawl to fast and then slow again. Also features manual focus control, a "wake-up from standby" switch, a recording light indicator, and a universal tripod/crane mounting clamp.

What it's for...The VZ-PG-L is a compact remote lens controller designed specifically for the popular "prosumer" one-piece DV camcorders, including the Sony VX-1000, DSR-200, TRV-900, PD-100A; and Canon's XL1, GL1, Optura and Elura (with docking station).

How it works...The VZ-PG-L sends zoom and focus commands through the camcorder's built-in LANC protocol, which is standard in all Digital-8 and most every DV and Hi-8 camcorder on the market today.

Where it connects... Just plug the controller cable into your camcorder's Control-L (LANC) jack. That's all there is to it! Does not require any modification or alteration to your camera. Use The VZ-PG-L hand-held, or clamp the controller to your tripod pan handle.

VariZoom has created another must have accessory for the Canon XL1 user that also uses the new 16X XL manual lens. Leverage the full advantages of the new Canon 16x XL manual lens for the XL1 with VariZoom's VZ-FCX manual focus control!

The new VZ-FCX manual focus control is the answer to manual zoom control without the need of handling the lens which causes camera shakes. As the perfect compliment to VariZoom's proven line of DV camcorder zoom controls, the VZ-FCX provides smooth and precise focus control for the Canon 16x XL manual lens from your tripod pan handle, overcoming the limitations of this superb manual-focus lens.

Just clamp the VZ-FCX control head to the focus ring on the lens barrel, and mount the handle on your tripod. When combined with a VariZoom VZ-Pro-L, or VZ-PG-L zoom control, suddenly you're in a brand new league with studio-style remote focus and zoom. With the Canon 16x XL manual lens and VariZoom's Lens Controls, you can focus on higher production values and increased business!