LCD Viewfinder LCDVF Digital SLR Viewfinder

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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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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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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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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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Great piece of equipment for in the the field.

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

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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.