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Iris motor

A lens motor assigned to adjust aperture remotely during a shot or exposure transition.

In practice

Calibrate lens limits, confirm direction and scale mapping, and coordinate exposure changes with camera and lighting.

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Sources

  1. Camera Systems Configuration Overviews · ARRI

Educational reference only. Requirements vary by jurisdiction, employer, venue, and production context.

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