Tagged with viewfinder - Personal View Talks

For Sale : Aquatica A7D,Aquaview viewfinder,8inch dome,Canon

deleondg4 — Thu, 23 Feb 2017 16:25:48 +0000

For sale is my Canon 7D setup. Includes the following: Aquatica A7D housing (optical strobe connectors) with 3rd party electronic leak detection Aquatica Aquaview viewfinder Aquatica 8 inch acrylic dome with shade and cover Zoom gear for Tokina 11-16 (included) Port extension for Tokina 11-16 (included) Canon 7D body with 2 batteries and charger Tokina 11-16 wide angle lens

Everything is well taken care of and used in freshwater (one trip in saltwater). This setup is complete except for strobes or video lights. Low shutter count on camera as it was only used in the housing.

Would like to sell everything as a package for $2500 USD

Will ship at buyers cost.

Thanks Diego

easy add and remove loupe (with velcro) for GH2 flip display

baschmir — Mon, 02 Jan 2017 06:09:28 +0000

Hi guys,

I'm getting all the stuff together for my GH2 rig and I am looking for an easy to add and remove loupe for the display when it is flipped to the side. something that doesnt require any glue frame or the use a base plate on the bottom of camera. I found this solution which is exactly what I am looking for but apparently they are not producing this product anymore, its nowhere available.

http://cheesycam.com/carryspeed-swi-view-neoprene-swivel-lcd-viewfinder-mount/

Does anyone know of a similar system that that I could order somewhere? THX!

3.5" new EVF

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 01:35:55 +0000

Features:

Peaking for focus assist
1:1 magnifier mode
Earphone Jack
Image Flip(U/D,L/R)
Brightness, Contrast Ratio, Tint, Saturation and Color Temperature
Check Field Modes: Red, Green, Blue, Monochrome and Color
Underscan/Overscan
Center Marker, Screen Markers(80%,85%,90%,93%,96%)

Specifications:

Panel Resolution - 800X480
Brightness - 315cd/m²
Contrast - 800:1
Inputs - HDMI
Outputs - HDMI; 3.5mm audio
HDMI Supported Modes - up to and including 1080p （50/60Hz)
Viewing Angles - 80°/80°(L/R) 80°/80°(U/D)
Power Consumption - ≤6W
Size - 111.8H X 83W X90.8L mm
Weight (complete) - 400g

It is not high end stuff, but price won't high end either :-)

Present at our deals - http://www.personal-view.com/talks/discussion/717/special-deals-lighting-fresnels-evfs-monitors

Zacuto EVF Pro viewfinder review

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 08:14:28 +0000

The Zacuto EVF is a high-resolution 3.0" monitor that offers the flexibility of mounting virtually anywhere. and is fully compatible with their line of Z-Finder's (Jr. and Pro). The Zacuto EVF was designed for dual-purpose use. With a Z-Finder attached it becomes a high-resolution electronic viewfinder (EVF) and without it's a 3.2" monitor that can be positioned where you need it. The EVF was designed to accept Canon LP-E6 Li-ion batteries making it compatible with the Canon 5D Mark II, 1D Mark IV, and 7D, and Zacuto figured out a way to make the battery last what feels like a lifetime. During the first wedding the EVF was left on during the entire 65 minute ceremony and again on a 4 hour beach shoot a few days later and the battery gauge is still showing 3 out of 4 bars. Incredible. It's a pleasure not to feel as if you need to turn it off after each pause in the action in order to conserve battery power.

On paper the resolution of the Zacuto EVF (800x480 resolution, 384,000 pixels) might seem inferior to the DSLR's 3.0" display which on some models like the 5DMKII, 7D, etc. is billed as having 921,600 dots. What many don't realize is that it takes 3 dots (Red, Green, and Blue) to make up one pixel so Canon's 920k dots equals a resolution of 640x480. Zacuto's EVF with its 800x480 display offers 20% higher resolution than the screens found in video-enabled DSLR's. This is one of the reasons it is easier to judge focus with the Zacuto EVF, even without using the built-in focusing aids, than it is using the camera's own LCD. The slightly larger 3.2" diagonal screen is also a true 16:9 monitor so you'll see everything in the frame and the EVF uses IPS panel technology and a tighter dot pitch (spacing between pixels) to make this an overall great monitor.
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Despite the smaller size of the Zacuto EVF, when used with the Zacuto Z-Finder Loupe you have the best of both worlds. A big view through the lens and one that can adjust to any shooting situation. At another wedding this past weekend I attached the EVF to an articulating arm which allowed me to keep the screen in front of me while the camera was positioned about a foot above eye level on a tripod. As I tracked the Ceremonial Walk during the [Greek] Ceremony I was able to keep the subjects framed and in focus, despite the shallow depth-of-field. During the reception I made use of the EVF without the loupe for low-angle slider shots and also back on the articulating arm for the first dance, toasts, and high-angle dance floor shots.

Read and watch the rest of review here - http://www.cameratown.com/reviews/zacuto/evf/

Advice for LCD viewfinder for sony A7s

tigerbengal2009 — Sun, 26 Apr 2015 01:05:49 +0000

Hi Everybody, just wanted to know if someone had a chance to work this these ones

http://www.ebay.com/itm/281656449157?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

http://www.ebay.com/itm/111309361457?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT

or any other suggestion.

thanks in advance for your time and comments

GH2 issue: viewfinder is totally blue

gameb — Sun, 21 Dec 2014 02:26:16 +0000

After coming back from my last shooting the electronic viewfinder of my GH2 suddenly is blue, there is no blacks anymore, especially when it goes to lowlight there is only blue. The Picture is still there. On the LCD screen everything looks fine and the recorded picture is perfect. Its just when you look through the viewfinder. Looks like daylight massively falls into an artificial light white balanced picture. Anybody experienced this issue before? Any hints? BTW, I use Cake and reinstalled the hack without success.

FS: Lumix GF2 + DMW-LVF-1 + FD Lens 35-70mm + FD to M43 + Tripod + Bag

Aksel — Tue, 29 Jul 2014 18:33:48 +0000

The camara is barely used, it is in very good condition. Lumix GF2 Body DMW-LVF-1 Canon FD lens 35-70mm lens FD to M43 adapter Tripod Bag I am in Chicago anybody interested

$250

Zacuto eyecup

brianluce — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:50:32 +0000

Anyone used this on the GH2? http://store.zacuto.com/Z-Finder-V2-Protective-Upgrade.html

Viewfinder glasses, goggles

janis — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 17:00:38 +0000

This is topic about goog video glasses (goggless)

Useful links:

http://www.mtbs3d.com/phpBB/viewforum.php?f=120

I just did one day run with Wondlan stabiliser doing wedding video. Stabiliser is great and it's extendible rod is actually extremely useful. The problem is framing. So I was wondering about installing cheep FPV camera on GH2 screen and connect it wireless with single eye video goggles (like this: http://shop.reconinstruments.com/Product/MODLive/900-00007) Has anyone seen any other single eye video goggles that could be used for this?

Cineroid EVF4C viewfinder for $549

Vitaliy_Kiselev — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 05:28:08 +0000

3.2" screen with 800x480 resolution, with zebra, focus peaking, false color.

http://cineroidstore.com/shop/step1.php?number=43

Idea of a new design for viewfinders/displayloupes... opinions?

Illusionist_Films — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 04:51:16 +0000

What I've ever really been missing in present cameras is a proper viewfinder: I'm talking about the sort of angled viewfinder cameras like Aaton XTR or Arri Alexa are equipped with, where you're able to have the camera on one of your sides when looking through. The only thing nowadays digital cameras are most probably equipped with is a display. I know there are a lot of solutions like display loupes or EVF's, but I don't think any of them being comfortable. I don't like the idea of adding more bulk to the camera with an EVF, as you're not solely adding the EVF but also a proper mounting solution, powering and have the hdmi/sdi cables hanging around (not to mention that good EVF's are pretty expensive and most people already use a monitor which adds enough bulk and cables etc..). So go to the display loupe way? Well, I think most display loupes available are absolutely unflexible as you've to position the camera right in front of your eyes. That's neither convenient nor always possible, depending on tripod, rig or other accessories. The only design I liked was that of the Varavon Loupe EX for GH1/2 (even though i never owned one) as it used the flexibility of the flip- and rotateable display. But again the mobility of the viewfinder depended on the display. So what about cameras with a fixed display like BMPCC? I've come up with the idea for a fully rotateable display loupe using mirrors or prisms inside to work like a kind of magnificating periscope. As I don't have the manual abilities nor the knowledge to built something like this I thought I'd share my thoughts here. I've attached a rough schematic diagramm to visualize it. I know the market for this would be marginal but do you believe this to be useful? Probably theres something similar to this already existing and I just don't know it? I'd like to hear some opinions, suggestions... if someone has the mechanical skills to built this or wants to refine/improve the idea... feel free to do it ;)

SOLD FS Seetec 3.5 EVF with sony battery plate and battery

josh_chiara — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:15:37 +0000

SOLD

For sale is my very gently used Seetec EVF. This one was purchased directly from a manufacturer in china, and as such, it doesn't have the Seetec logo on the side of it.

I've only used it a handful of times, and it is in like new condition.

I will include the pictured sony battery, which lasts for around 2-3 hours, and a short mini hdmi cable.

Price is $200.00. I will ship it for free to anywhere in the US. International shipping will be the actual cost of the shiping.

For Sale: SWIVI Gen II 3X / 1:1 Foldable LCD Viewfinder

feha — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 15:31:57 +0000

Selling Swivi viewfinder, may work on GH3 too, adapted for mounting on rig with an articulated arm. Price 50 euro + 15 euro postage. Payments via PayPal

Located in Sweden

GH3 VF Solution

jimagine — Wed, 02 Jan 2013 19:12:05 +0000

I mentioned I was talking to the Hoodman people trying to come up with a solution for a VF to fit the new camera. They were unable to get one to do tests, so I was giving them measurements and I came up with a thought.

So I ordered another HoodLoupe and HoodMag for a whopping $120 and I was right. All you need is the Manfrotto 501PL QR plate and you're all set - that's it.

The extended 501 and the existing EVF create a perfect compression fit - I mean better than any system out there, and we've got most of them. When I first measured the camera I realized that the little ridge to the left of the screen should make a perfect stop and it did (although it doesn't need it.)

It's perfectly light leakless (hey, a new word) and fits snug as if it were part of the GH3. It weighs nothing and costs just a little more than that.

I noticed that the new version of the HoodLoupe is a tighter diopter and eyecup than the other couple we have which is great. I mentioned the other day that I thought it was optically equal to the Z-Finder Pro. It's not quite, but it's really good and clear and 3x mag. For a hundred bucks or so, it's a silly good fit.

Director's Viewfinder?

pundit — Fri, 08 Jun 2012 08:18:53 +0000

Who uses a director's viewfinder? I'm interested in the methods people use for framing/lens choices in the context of shooting video on a m4/3rd's format camera.

Red Accouncments: Dragon 6K for $6000, 4K projector, OLED viewfinder

NickBen — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 02:21:44 +0000

Red Dragon 6K for $6000 upgrade to Epic, Scarlet TBD

http://reduser.net/forum/showthread.php?77169-Dragon

They absolutely lift the bar when it comes to camera upgrades. 6K resolution, 15+ stops DR, 120FPS at 5K coming to Epic in 2012

You have to admit, nobody else treats their customers as well with this kind of brand loyalty.

Bravo Red...

Choosing HD Monitor and Viewfinder

Alexauwa — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 15:32:08 +0000

Hi everyone,

I just got started on the GH2. Do you recommend a special rig system what allow to attach a HD monitor to? This there something similar to viewfinder systems?

Looking forward to your replies.

Best,
Aled

RC FLYING FPV Glasses Video Viewer instead of viewfinder ?

feha — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 14:59:55 +0000

Hi, i wonder if some one have tested using RC FLYING FPV Glasses Video Viewer, instead/for viewfinder ? Any experience ? I have this as an idea to use them as a monitor, but the problem will be getting a composite output from GH2 ... Any Full HD video glasses ?

Trusmt View finder

adys — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 20:11:48 +0000

This view finder looks good for GH1/2

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=280694374271#ht_613wt_1139

Anyone tired it?
I contact the seller and they don't know, they don't have GH2.

Thanks

Topic on Director's Viewfinders

qwerty123 — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 10:54:08 +0000

Director's Viewfinders can be very helpful on a shoot or preplanning to see what different focal lengths look like for a particular framing without having to actually change lenses (especially useful if you are shooting with primes). So, let's start a topic to discuss and recommend some!

$60 LCD Viewfinder with Diopter & Flip up Review Video

imdjay — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:58:07 +0000

$60 LCD Viewfinder with diopter & flip up Review from Darren Levine on Vimeo.

Overall a great find, if the construction holds up it's a winner.

The flip up design is what really sold me on this vs competitors, i don't really need a diopter but still it's nice to have. and the optics look quite good along with edge to edge view-ability of the LCD. You will get fogging but as you can see i poked a hole at the bottom to help with air circulation. I will likely just buy some anti fog spray to seal the issue.

Look at Amazon

View more stuff like this http://vimeo.com/darrenlevine