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FOCUS 7 On-Camera Monitor
4.55 x 0.01 x 6.78" (11.56 x 0.03 x 17.22cm)
4.25g (0.15 oz)
811786030712
SmallHD introduces the Focus 7, its first 7” touchscreen monitor, a significant upgrade to their Focus on-camera monitor line. The Focus 7 is powered by Small HD’s OS3 software to access waveform monitors, focus pulling, and pinch-to-zoom capabilities while also allowing you to capture stills with its built-in Capture Tool. Its compact design allows it to sit easily on any DSLR, mirrorless camera, and some gimbal rings. The Focus 7 weighs only 1.28oz and has all the benefits of an on-camera display but without the bulk, making it ideal for amateur and independent filmmakers. It offers full-size HDMI output despite its size, while also supporting up to 4K30 video input and can also power small mirrorless cameras. SmallHD has released a myriad of accessories—from a sun hood; screen protectors; tilt arm packs; and mounting options for gimbals, cine cameras, and Blackmagic cameras—to add to the utility of the Focus 7. Shoot flexibly and see your footage clearly with the Focus 7 from SmallHD.
This morning, Small HD announced a new 7-inch, 4K monitor meant for the amateur and independent filmmaker. The Focus 7 packs significant production value in a moderate price. The monitor includes Small HD’s OS3 software, which gives users access to features such as pinch-to-zoom, waveform monitors, focus pulling, 3D LUTs, and more. The build is lightweight and durable and retains mobility. The Focus 7 is a sure way to up your production game and take a step closer to a well-rounded production set. Let’s take a look.
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The FOCUS 7 equips filmmakers with all the benefits of a large on-camera display without making the camera set up feel cumbersome. With a high resolution, daylight viewable LCD, the 7-inch FOCUS monitor is ruggedly built and unexpectedly light. This design detail makes the FOCUS 7 easy to attach to a camera and easy to share with a team member or client on set.
The FOCUS 7 is a multipurpose, single input on-camera monitor. It has a full-size HDMI input, slightly recessed to keep the connection secure. The FOCUS 7 can support signals up to 4K30 (2160p30/29.97). Real-time 3D LUTs, monitor profiles, and screen overlays can be loaded via a full-size SD card slot. Audio output is also available using the monitor’s stereo headphone jack.
Rigging a 7-inch external monitor can be difficult while trying to maintain a low-profile, easy-to-use camera setup. That’s why we’ve made a more robust, 7-inch SmallHD Tilt Arm. Available in our FOCUS 7 Gimbal Accessory Pack, the 7-inch Tilt Arm provides a simple and convenient way to mount the FOCUS 7 on-camera or on-gimbal.
OS3 Software is the biggest reason why the FOCUS 7 represents so much production value.
• Intuitive and fast user navigation
• High resolution, high frame rate Waveform and Scopes
• Completely customizable framing, exposure and focusing tools
• Highly responsive touchscreen controls
• Unlimited, real-time 3D LUTs via full-size SD card slot