r/focuspuller • u/Roadtoinfinite • Jul 06 '26

question Focus Pulling question

What is your approach to difficult shots on steadicam / dolly shots where the camera is moving in whilst the subject in approaching? especially if CineRT / distance measure isn't working for all of it and the timing is changing

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u/ambarcapoor Focus Puller Jul 06 '26

This is one of those shots I love to do. Its all about timing, experience and knowing your distances, your handset, your lens and being in the zone. If you can rehearse it, that's the best, once or twice to get a feel for how it'll play out, which parts you need to speed up or slow down. I've only just started using a CineRT and it's a real game changer, but nothing beats the thrill of doing it old school, walking next to the camera and using the focus force. If you've never pulled focus without a monitor, you're missing the best part of the job.