Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder
The Alan Gordon Enterprises Pocket Mini Director's Viewfinder is a super lightweight 11x telescoping viewfinder capable of toggling between varying film standards, including anamorphic, super16 and 35mm. The viewfinder can also accommodate 2/3", 1/2" and 1/3" video formats. This model features a black-colored barrel and comes in a small leather-like carrying case, protecting it from dust, scratches, and moisture.
| Aspect Ratio | TV, 35mm, 16mm, 1.66, 16:9, 1:85, 2.35, 2.55 |
| Range |
1/3": 3.9-44mm 1/2": 5.2-58mm 2/3": 7.2-80mm S16: 10-114mm 35mm: 18-200mm Anamorphic: 30-400mm |
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by PowerReviews(based on 9 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
88%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Compact (8)
- Easy to use (7)
- Highly compatible (4)
- Professional quality (4)
- Lightweight (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Independent films (5)
- Complex projects (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Professional artist (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (4)
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Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Value
- Highly Compatible
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
- Versatile
- Well built
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
- In The Studio
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
Used in the field and studio to frame shots for independent film projects; also used as a pre-visualization tool in assessing locations and for still photography work.
The Mini Director's Viewfinder provides a broad range of aspect ratios and focal lengths, and the capability to quickly switch one or both -- all in a compact design that keeps the instrument handy but unobtrusive. The construction is solid, and there's no sloppiness or looseness in the controls. The focusing eyepiece will accommodate a comfortable spectrum of eye-points.
Excellent value!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Lacks Functionality
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
The viewfounder in 35mm from 18-200mm,the angle is not really correct,When you set on 18mm the display,acturally the angle is narrow then 24mm lens angle.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
It's very comfotable project)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Lacks proper EyeFocusRing
Best Uses
- Location Recce
- Shooting on Film Format
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
Mini Director's View Finder by Alan Gordon Enterprises is a Compact and lightweight viewfinder. It's small yet very useful for a Professional and easy to carry. It's good value for money!
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
I bought this product as a gift for my husband and he loves it!He takes it everything with him. Worth it for the money[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
The operation of the format iris is smooth as silk. The only concern I have with this longterm is that there is a mild mechanical noise when operating the zoom.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Movies
- Independent Films
- Internet projects
- In The Studio
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
I definitely like this viewfinder. As a cinematographer working primarily with video and some film, I wanted a viewfinder that was cheap(er), easy to operate and functioned with a variety of camera setups. This viewfinder does them all, and it has definitely benefited me on set.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
I love this thing. I don't feel like some poser when I'm lining up shots, thinking about framing, wondering if my finger frame is 16:9 or 20:107. Downside is you frame shots that are too difficult to get using a big honking camera.
Pros
- Compact Design
- Easy To Use
- Highly Compatible
- Improves Performance
- Professional Quality
Cons
- Does not focus or show df
Best Uses
- Complex Projects
- Independent Films
Comments about Alan Gordon Enterprises Mini Director's Viewfinder:
I'm a DP specializing in corporate and TV work. I also direct. This little viewfinder is a wonderful, affordable tool that gives you everything a bigger version does at a fraction of the cost and the size. Solid construction, excellent optics and a wide variety of formats makes this a perfect tool for your needs. And when done shooting, just throw it in your pocket... or better yet, just keep it there, in case you get a great shot idea. .
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Additional System Components
- Price: $29.50
- GBP 18.83
Production Essentials
- Price: $49.95
- GBP 31.89
Care & Cleaning
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- Original: $4.99
- Save: $0.50
- Price: $4.49
- GBP 2.87
What's in the Box
- Lanyard
- Lens Cap
- Carrying Pouch
- Lens Cloth
- 1-Year Warranty
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