These DIY Follow Focus Hacks Will Make Pulling Focus Easier (& Cost Less Than $10)

Pulling focus is a difficult task with a follow focus, so what are filmmakers supposed to do when they can't afford these expensive pieces of film equipment?

Well, you gotta get creative, Jack! Here are a couple of videos from Filmora that show you two ways to make DIY follow focuses out of household objects, including a magnifying glass and an $8 silicone jar opener.

Film Riot actually shared the jar opener idea back in 2012 — and surely it was floating around before that as well. But check out their video below; not only does host Ryan Connolly talk about this DIY hack, but he also gives you tips on becoming a better focus puller.

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