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Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder
- Price: $949.95
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- B&H # KODVFE
- Mfr# LCDVFE
Product Highlights
- Universal EVF with Retina-Like TFT LCD
- 24-Bit 3" Screen / 800 x 480 Resolution
- Real-Time Image Processing
- Supports Jitter-Free Panning
- 6 Hour Run-Time on 4x AA Batteries
- Double Element Achromatic ULD Glass Lens
- 1.5 Second Boot-Up Time
- Focus / Exposure Assist Features
- High Resolution Audio Level Metering
- 5 Fully Customizable User Presets
The Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder is a universal production style electronic viewfinder with Retina-like display, superior ergonomics and real-time response unique to the industry. At its heart is an Altera Cyclone FPGA integrated circuit with very high memory-to-logic and DSP-to-logic ratios, enabling lightning fast startup and HD video processing at highest possible picture quality, while retaining exceptional energy efficiency. This amount of firepower is usually seen in sci-fi movies.
The VF repositions and shoots in no time, whether over the crowd, at waist level or on your shoulder (no time is lost when re-configuring). Opening the flip, changing the battery pack, and many other functions can be fully operated with just one hand.
- Advanced Hardware
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- Real-time image processing: virtually no latency
- Hardware supports jitter-free panning
- Optional remote control via external USB joystick
- Works on 4 separately-sold AA batteries with run-times up to 6 hours
- Accepts universal power supply for unmatched powering flexibility from 4V to 17V -- reverse polarity protected
- Economy mode for extended battery life; intelligent sleep option built-in with LED indicator light
- Encased battery compartment to avoid battery drain in extreme cold
- Super crisp 24-bit 3" LCD screen with 800 x 480 resolution (1.2 megapixels)
- Sleek yet rugged physical design and maximized usability after hundreds of hours of testing
- Optical construction offering generous diopter compensation
- Vacuum laminated double element achromatic lens, utilizing ULD glass element for perfect image quality
- Separate HDMI transmitter for untouched HDMI loop-through with audio for recording uncompressed video to external devices
- The HDMI transmitter can be switched off for conserving battery power
- Software Advantages
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- 1.5 second boot-up time
- Auto-scaling for 480p
- < 0.5 seconds blackout while switching resolution
- Fully configurable Color Peaking Focus Assist
- Repositionable and recallable Zoom Focus Assist
- Fully configurable Zebra Exposure Assist
- Zone system False Color Focus Assist
- Anamorphic stretch
- Frame lines, crop guides
- Configurable, automatic to crop guides safe area guides
- High resolution audio level metering with ballistics and peak hold (L/R)
- RGB and luminance histograms
- Brightness, contrast, saturation, RGB adjust
- HDMI loop through with audio
- Updateable firmware via USB on Mac or PC
- Up to 5 fully customizable user presets
- LCDVFe Manager for easy user preset management and sharing and software updates (for Mac and PC)
- Power saving: configurable automatic suspend, wake-up on signal, and power-off
- Backlight dimming Eco-mode
- LED-indication light avoids unwanted battery drain and provides user feedback
| Screen Size | 3-inch TFT LCD (7.6 cm) |
| Resolution | 800 x 480 |
| Pixel Count | 1.2 megapixels |
| Pixel Density | 311 PPI |
| Color Depth | 24-bit 16.7M colors |
| Connections |
1x full-size heavy-duty HDMI input 1x full-size heavy-duty HDMI output HDMI loop-through with audio Mini-USB PC/Mac connection Mini-USB dedicated remote connection |
| Supported Video Formats |
SD: 480p59.94, 480pH59.94, 480i59.94, 480iH59.94, 576p50, 576pH50, 576i50, 576iH50, DMT0659p59.94 HD: 720p24, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080PsF23.98, 1080p23.98, 1080PsF24, 1080p24, 1080PsF25, 1080p25, 1080PsF29.97, 1080p29.97, 1080PsF30, 1080p30, 1080i50, 1080i59.94 and 1080i60 |
| Diopter Range |
-2 … +2 Additional 46 mm filter threads for individual diopter correction |
| Power |
On-board: 4x AA batteries (6 hour run-time on 2600mAH batteries) External power: 4-17V, reverse polarity protected Power drain: 1.9W |
| Dimensions | 6.6 x 3.4 x 2.5" (16.8 x 8.6 x 6.4 cm) |
| Weight | .77 lbs (350 g) |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 6 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (5)
- Professional quality (5)
- Compact (3)
- Highly compatible (3)
- Improves performance (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Business owner (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 6 customers
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder:
I use the Kinotehnik LCDVFe with my Sony FS700. I finally found the ideal way to use this camera in a handheld configuration. This viewfinder has all the essential features needed to keep your eye comfortably on the subject before you. The thing I love most about this VF is the friction clutch incorporated so the VF stays where you leave it. Nothing to unlock to adjust it. It works very much like a VF found on a full-size shoulder mount camera. Peaking zebras, histogram, focus, all working the way they should. The LCD is crisp and clear and easy on the eye. The menu is very extensive and very easy to navigate. It's made in Estonia (Europe), upon using it you'd swear it was made in Heaven. In order to get my FS700 to become a handheld wonder I installed the TILTA Quick-Release Baseplate BT-T03 Shoulder Pad, 200mm rods for the Mattebox and Follow Focus and that allows the mounting of the Zacuto FS700 Grip Relocator for the stock Sony grip. It fits very comfortably on my shoulder, everything falls into place. I'd highly recommend getting several Blue Star 90132 Eye Cushions and perhaps a longer 15mm rod, the 4 inch carbon fiber rod that comes with the VF was a little short for the size of my head, I replaced it with a 6 inch rod. A real game changer!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Blue Star 90132 Eye Cushions, Zacuto FS700 Grip Relocator
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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FS700 with Kinotehnik LCDVFe Viewfinder
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Nice View Size
- Professional Quality
Cons
- 108030p24p Only
- Limited Compatibility
Best Uses
Comments about Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder:
This view finder is pretty cool. I was impressed with the many functions it has including focus extender. It looks great and feels nice on the eye. All that is great but in the world of several different formats, I was disappointed when I realized that if basically will only accept 1080 24p, or a 1080 30p signal. Also I still have not been able to download a workable version of their software. I have tried on a MAC and a PC. Because of these factors I can not give it a 5 rating. If I could I'd give it a 3.75 stars. If they come up with firmware that allows the user to view several formats and make it more reliable to download I'll change my rating to a 5
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Pricey / Poor Value
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- In The Studio
Comments about Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder:
Well I've only had my EVF for a few weeks but it's already proven it's worth to me. Using red PEAKING color I can focus easily on the go.
I handhold a lot these days and often go from outdoors to indoors in a shot., so the eyecup was definitely the right choice for me as I don't have to worry about losing the monitor in sunlight.
I love how easy it is to go from having the EVF go from horizontal positiuon when holding camera at head height and switching to chest-height. I just put a little pressure on the eyecup to my head and move it with my head...don't even need to use my hands.
My only problem is cost. It's take me a few jobs to pay this off. I wish it was a couple hundred cheaper. But it performs well.
The only small gripe I have is...make sure your CAMERA's LCD monitor is on BEFORE you turn on the EVF. Because if reverse the order, the EVF goes off.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Nikon D800
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder:
I originally had a Zacuto EVF, but the buttons were not working so I decided to try the Kinotehnik. The resolution appears better than the Zacuto, the diapter is works better and the menu us very user friendly. I like the placement of the HDMI inputs better than the Zacuto (bottom vs side). The only thing that I am not crazy about is the way that it mounts to my DSLR. I can't seem to get it as secure as I'd like. I am using a hot shoe adapter and it always seems to move when I put my eye against it. I am sure that I can overcome this problem. Otherwise, it's a nice unit. It is lighter and is not as tough feeling as the Zacuto.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent Films
Comments about Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder:
I use this EVF with a Sony FS700. It is lightweight, compact, mounts in seconds and has a great image. Definitely a worthwhile buy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Kinotehnik LCDVFe Electronic Viewfinder:
Pixel density is "retina-like," and the smaller image as compared to an actual retina display is MUCH better (you don't feel like you're sitting in the front row of a movie theater). Great features, great mounting system, great design...and the customer service is excellent.
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