LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder

  • Price: $124.95
  • B&H # LCLCDVF
  • Mfr# LCDVF

Product Highlights

  • Suitable for Most 3" LCD Screens
  • 200% (2x) Magnification
  • Universal Magnetic Mounting Interface

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The LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder from LCD Viewfinder is a loupe that mounts around the 3.0" LCD display of a DSLR, allowing it to be used as an LCD viewfinder with 200% (2x) magnification. By using the LCDVF with video-enabled digital SLR's, you can achieve more accurate focus and increase stability of handheld shooting. The LCDVF can also be used by still photographers who either want to block out light while shooting in Live View mode or to inspect pictures on the LCD display.

Suitable for most 3" LCD screens with up to a 2.4 x 1.8" (60mm x 45mm) viewable area
Successfully tested on the following HD video capable DSLRs:

  • Canon 1D Mark IV
  • Canon 5D Mark II
  • Canon 7D
  • Canon 500D/T1i
  • Canon S90
  • Nikon D90
  • Nikon D300s
  • Nikon D3s
  • Pentax K-7
Spontaneously transform your video enabled DSLR into a discreet handheld video camera
Stabilizes the camera when shooting video handheld
Aids on-the-fly focusing
Allows the use of the camera's LCD display in bright daylight
The magnification of 200% specially tailored to most 3" LCD screens
AR coated and optically corrected lens with 40mm clear aperture
No diopter correction (still usable from +1 to -4)
Robust and durable: no moving parts
Splash- and dust-proof
180° design allows instant left or right eye usage
The universal magnetic mounting interface allows rapid mounting and demounting without any wear and tear. There are 4 small magnets embedded in the plastic skirt of the LCDVF. The mounting frame acts as an additional safety shield to further ensure your confidence in the magnetic mounting system. These magnets will not damage your camera or any non magnetic media such as CF or SD memory cards. 1
Allows the use of battery and wireless grip and all other original accessories
Flat mounting interface allows easy cleaning of the LCD screen
Dimensions Outer dimensions of camera to LCDVF interface frame:
2.7 x 1.8" (68 x 45mm)
Inner dimensions of LCDVF viewable area:
2.4 x 1.8" (60 x 45mm)
Corner radius of outer perimeter:
0.2" (4mm)
Aperture diameter:
1.6" (40mm)
Magnification Approx. 200% (2x)
Materials Body: impact resistant ABS
Eyecup: silicone rubber
Mount Galvanized and powder-coated metal shield
Weight 3.84 oz (110 g)

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LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder
 
4.2

(based on 123 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (63)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (41)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (8)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (4)

90%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (104)
  • Lightweight (101)
  • Reliable (59)
  • Durable (58)

Cons

  • Not functional (7)
  • Poor design (7)
  • No diopter (5)
  • Not durable (4)

Best Uses

  • Everyday (42)
  • Travel (29)
  • Macro photography (22)
  • Portraits (19)
  • Video (19)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Professional (59), Semi-professional (31), Enthusiast (27)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (93)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Excellent Product

I ordered this product because I was not satisfied with the Hoodloupe 3.0, and didn't quite want to pay for the Z-Finder.Three major things made it worlds above the Hoodloupe: Eyecup: This doesn't sounds...Read complete review

I ordered this product because I was not satisfied with the Hoodloupe 3.0, and didn't quite want to pay for the Z-Finder.Three major things made it worlds above the Hoodloupe: Eyecup: This doesn't sounds like a big deal, but after using the Hoodman for a short period of time, but my left and right eyes were sore from straining. The LCDVF has a large rubber eyecup and ships with an eye chamois. Very, very comfortable. Again, doesn't sound huge, but really makes a difference.Magnification: The Z-Finder with 3x magnification is awesome, no doubt. But for much cheaper, the 2x magnification still does and excellent job of helping find focus. The hoodman, with no magnification, caused a lot of straining. Mounting: The straps of the Hoodloupe broke within 2 minutes of putting them on. Way to cheap, what were they thinking? I also used the Hoodloupe in conjunction with my eye spy deluxe, using redrock's loupe accessory kit. But the time I had adjusted the diopter to fit my perfect vision, the mount did not hold the Hoodloupe tightly to the screen. It would slip sideways and light would leak through. The magnets feel very secure against the frame of the LCDVF, and allow me to pull off the loupe quickly, unlike the Hoodloupe with the redrock accessory.I did like the rubbery exterior to the Hoodloupe. The outside of the LCDVF is plastic, and feels cheap. Not a deal breaker though.The only reason I didn't give it five stars is because of the lack of diopter. I have perfect vision, so it doesn't matter to me, but can see how it would be helpful to others. The lack of a diopter adds to the simplicity of the product. Less things to break. For 50 bucks more, much better than the Hoodloupe.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Can't Stand The Heat

Attempted some video on my 7D without an LCD viewfinder and finding consistent focus was impossible. This was a godsend until I took it outside to shoot at an airshow. On the second day ...Read complete review

Attempted some video on my 7D without an LCD viewfinder and finding consistent focus was impossible. This was a godsend until I took it outside to shoot at an airshow. On the second day the outdoor temp got into the high 80's, the adhesive on the frame let go. The frame hit the beach just like a PBJ hits the floor, sticky side down, the adhesive really liked the beach sand. The Blue Angels come again in 2 years.

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5.0

Awesome and durable viewfinder

By Christhephotoman

from gig harbor wa

About Me Professional

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Durable
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight
  • Reliable
  • Stabilizes

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Dslr
    • Video

    Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

    I have used this viewfinder on the back of my cannon 60d and it helps give one more point of contact to reduce un wanted motion and bumps as you pan or what ever you want to do.

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    4.0

    Dont expect more than what you paid

    By mujasi

    from Dayton, OH

    About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use

    Cons

      Best Uses

        Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

        If diopter adjustment is important to you, this is not the right product.
        Also some noticeable chromatic aberration.
        For the price cannot expect much more

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        4.0

        Don't Leave Home With Out It.

        By Krew

        from SoCal

        About Me Professional

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable
        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight
        • Reliable

        Cons

        • Set up could be improved

        Best Uses

        • Everyday use
        • Home
        • Landscape Photography
        • Portraits
        • Studio
        • Traveling

        Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

        Perfectly meets all my needs for shooting in daylight. The magnification makes the LCD so much easier to see, I use it any time I need precise focus. I can't understand how I've been shooting so long with out it.

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        5.0

        Focus issues in the past

        By Jones

        from Kansas City, KS

        About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight
        • Reliable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Video

          Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

          This is a great product that helps me bring the LCD into view without light distractions. I can find the proper focus much easier with this attached. Make sure you clean off the LCD screen before using this product because it lets you see every little detail.

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          4.0

          Not too much not too little

          By Devo

          from Bend Oregon

          About Me Semi-Professional

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Easy To Use
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Everyday use
            • Landscape Photography
            • Macro Photography
            • Portraits
            • Traveling

            Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

            Great piece of equipment for in the the field.

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            • No

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            4.0

            Great Viewfinder... Not too much not too

            By Devo

            from Bend Oregon

            About Me Semi-Professional

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Easy To Use
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Everyday use
              • Landscape Photography
              • Macro Photography
              • Portraits
              • Traveling

              Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

              For the price you get quality that is very valuable in the field.

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              5.0

              Fits my needs

              By mando01

              from Chicago

              About Me Semi-Professional

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Lightweight
              • Reliable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Video with monopod

                Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                Fits my needs
                It's easy to attached to camera, you don't need to buy separate metal frame because it comes with two, (one spare, or for the second camera).
                It's not the best view finder, I've seen better 5x magnification, but other is much bigger and not really what I was looking for.

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                5.0

                Perfect, seriously it's perfect

                By Rutter17

                from Cupertino

                Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                if you have reasonably good eye sight then you don't need a diopter on something like this, the pros are it's ABS plastic (no weight) it's cheap and value for money.

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                2.0

                Only works with perfect near vision

                By Steve the Juggler

                from Ithaca, NY

                About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                Verified Reviewer

                Pros

                • Lightweight

                Cons

                • Not Functional
                • Poor Design

                Best Uses

                • Landscape Photography
                • Macro Photography

                Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                I confirmed others evaluations that this product would be great with a diopter adjustment. You need perfect near vision. For my eyes, I had to hold it 1/2 inch over lcd to focus. I returned it.

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                3.0

                Cheap, useful, but not perfect

                By Stef Lacroute

                from La Tour dAigues, France

                About Me Professional

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Traveling

                  Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                  The LCDVF is very easy to install, the magnet frames work perfectly, and the viewfinder by itsel seems solid enough. But I just realised the lack of dioptric settings makes it nearly unusable for me and my old eyes in low lights. Need to buy a pair of glasses !

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                  3.0

                  good but a bit expensive for what it is

                  By Viequé

                  from Puerto Rico

                  About Me Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                  • Overpriced

                  Best Uses

                  • Everyday use
                  • Outdoor Environments
                  • Video

                  Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                  I use this about 3 to 4 times a week for asignments that include video. Best use; when shooting under direct sunlight
                  Good things: Its lightweight, does its job, nice fit to the backplate, the padded included eyepiece is very comfortable
                  Not so good: Price (was expecting something a bit different for a piece thats >$100
                  The neckstrap just broke off a couple of days ago (its cheaply stitched)
                  Adjustment for eyeglasses users would be a great improvement

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                  5.0

                  Clear view for DSLR Filming

                  By Autumn Mist

                  from Tauranga New Zealand

                  About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Lightweight
                  • Optimal Magnification
                  • Seals Out Light Perfectly
                  • Ver Clear Pictuer
                  • Very comfortable

                  Cons

                  • No diopter

                  Best Uses

                  • DSLR Cinematography
                  • DSLR Filming

                  Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                  I had a a hard time deciding on a viewfinder. I would have liked a 3 times magnification But went for this one because it is so much more affordable.
                  I'm glad I did. I have perfect eyesight and when I attached this viewfinder to my camera I instantly knew 2 times magnification is plenty. In fact 2 times magnification Is enough for me to start seeing the pixels on the LCD, If the viewfinder was magnified three times the picture would become to pixelated and the extra magnification would not be of any benefit in judging optimal focus while filming. This viewfinder gives you a perfectly sized picture that allows you to see the whole frame when shooting a movie, but is large enough for pixels to just become recognizable. Optimal for judging focus while filming.

                  The eyepiece and cushion are very comfortable. The Viewfinder attaches to the camera nicely and completely seals off any light from entering.The Picture is very clear, sharp and in focus.

                  If you have perfect eyesight do not hesitate, This viewfinder is optimal for your needs.

                  Unfortunately this viewfinder does not have a diopter so if you wear glasses you will have to chose another with a diopter or wear contact lenses.

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                  5.0

                  Just the thing for use with the HD video

                  By Sayery

                  from Brisbane, Australia

                  About Me Semi-Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Easy To Use
                  • Lightweight
                  • Nicely 'dorky'
                  • Reliable

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Everyday use
                    • Home
                    • Landscape Photography
                    • Macro Photography
                    • Portraits
                    • Studio
                    • Traveling

                    Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                    I purchased the Viewfinder so I could check my images quickly in daylight conditions. I quickly realised that it had become much easier to focus the camera when using the live view mode for HD video. It also is very easy to use with my spectacles and I can focus both eyes on the viewfinder rather than just one eye.

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                    4.0

                    For the DSLR Enthusiast

                    By M-Law

                    from Rochester, MA

                    About Me Professional

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Easy To Use
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                        Works well aside from the magnets falling out after only a few uses. Had to superglue them back in.

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                        5.0

                        1/4 of the cost

                        By Plenty

                        from Ottawa, Canada

                        About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Durable
                        • Easy To Use
                        • Lightweight
                        • Reliable

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                            I had purchased the Zacuto viewfinder in the past... I'm glad I returned it to find the LCDVF at a 1/4 of the cost. Mounting it to the camera was simple and loving the magnetic mount. Worth every penny.

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                            4.0

                            Need it

                            By 1and0

                            from bay area, San Francisco

                            About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                            Verified Reviewer

                            Pros

                            • Easy To Use

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Traveling

                              Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                              I use this viewfinder with my 7D handheld, or tripod. If anybody reading this that is just getting into Video with their DSLR, and you think you can get by without one of these or a different make, you are fooling yourself. I have had mine for almost a year. Only complaint is that I sometimes forget that its just a magnet holding it to the camera, and I apply too much pressure and it falls off. But thats user error! The good side to that is that attaches quick in a hurry. The sticky on the back of the magnet that attaches around your LCD, came unglued. I decided to use red double tape and a razor to cut an outline of the magnet and attach it that way to my lcd. Perfect. It's not as pretty, but it works well. Thumbs up!

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                              4.0

                              Works well

                              By g1_

                              from Cape Town, South Africa

                              About Me Casual user

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Comfortable
                              • Easy To Use
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                              • Expensive

                              Best Uses

                              • Dusty environments
                              • Outdoors
                              • Video

                              Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                              Does a good job. Nice and comfortable. Seems to stay secure. A lot cheaper than the Zacuto, but still too expensive for what it is. But maybe that's because I'm a poor African.

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                              5.0

                              Better than I expected

                              By Daniel Lobo

                              from Sao Paulo, Brazil

                              About Me Professional

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Easy To Use
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Video

                                Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                                I've tried the Zacuto Z-Finder 3x before and really liked it. This one is somewhat simplier, but well made and very easy to use.

                                The 2x magnification is great and it's really possible to judge focus in most situations (better than with a Ikan vl7 monitor).

                                Lacks the Zacuto diopter adjustment, but I find the mount much easier. Requires the frame to be glued on the lcd screen (no problem for me).

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                                2.0

                                Still hard to get good focus...

                                By anthrojim

                                from denver

                                About Me Professional

                                Pros

                                • Easy To Use
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                • Not Functional
                                • Poor Design

                                Best Uses

                                • Portraits

                                Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                                While it is in fact better than shooting video without, all it does is magnify each LCD "pixel" and they are not fine enough to give a smooth image with easily observed lines of focus. Close-up shooting is okay but forget about trusting your focus at a distance - that small, sweet spot between 8 ft. and infinity is impossible to judge. I get it as close as it appears to get and I don't know if I succeeded until I get the images processed at home. Frankly, it's maddening and I am constantly moving the image in and out of focus. And, really, no diopter??? Hopefully this will do until I can afford something better.

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                                5.0

                                Absolute Must for Video People

                                By Documentary Guy

                                from Seattle, WA

                                About Me Professional

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Durable
                                • Easy To Use
                                • Lightweight
                                • Reliable

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Video

                                  Comments about LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder:

                                  I shoot documentary film and this thing lets me get the best shot REALLY fast. I actually prefer this to the Zacuto viewfinder because of the magnetic attachment. It's lightning fast for me to attach, adjust, remove and shoot. Also, it adds another point of contact for stability. I can't say enough good things about this viewfinder. Just buy it.

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