LCD Viewfinder LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

Cheaper than others but more than I would have ordinarily spent on a viewfinder. All together I am happy with my purchase. Compared to the cheaper viewfinders available, this one comes with a better quality build and more bells and whistles (nice little bag and comfortable eye cup cover). I hope it lasts longer than the others...

I was concerned about applying the magnet to my LCD, but so far it stays on well and doesn't block any of the image. The LCD no longer closes once the magnet is on leaving it more susceptible to scratches and wear, but this would already be the case with most DSLRs (T2is, 5/7Ds etc.) that don't have the swivel screen. A diopter would be nice.

Makes focusing and handheld video a pleasure.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

I bought the LCDVF for my Canon 600D/T3i (Firmware 1.0.1.) and I was very satisfied except for the fact that it messes up the sensor inside the lcd-screen and turns it off after a few seconds making it unusable for DSLR filmmaking and makes photography very annoying. Unfortunately there doesn't seem to be a solution for this problem so far, so I had to return it.

LCDVF + 600D/T3i = NOGO

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

Easy to install and very handy to use, particularly for those shooting video. The neck strap makes it very easy to use the viewfinder when needed but also remove it quickly without any fuss.

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I'm using this product on my 5dii. I'm a novice videographer, but a pro photographer. It's pretty solid product. Not much to it but it does help steady the camera quite a bit. Also, it helps enlarge the LCD so you really can see if you're sharp without having to zoom in all the time. The picture doesn't show a red cushion pad that goes over the eye-piece, which in my opinion is a LIFE-SAVER as it really cushions the camera against your eye. I wish the end that attaches to the camera was a perfect fit for the LCD on the body, but it's large enough where you can still see the screen. (makes it challenging to put it on as there is VERY little room for error when mounting the metal rectangle to the camera body)

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

I am relatively new to using DSLR cameras for film, but the LCDVF 3/2 has been very simple to use from the beginning. And very reasonably priced.

The magnetic attachment is an ingenious system that allows the camera to be used with or without the viewfinder quite instantly.

So far my only comment would be regarding the fogging up of the viewfinder lens - I live in Dubai where indoor and outdoor temperature are very different, with huge amounts of humidity so this is something worth considering.

Overall I'm very happy with my choice so far.

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I wear glasses and cannot focus with this product unless I hold it a good 1 - 2" farther away from the viewfinder. Totally useless for me and a complete waste of money!
Too bad as the quality & functionality are great!?

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This viewfinder is a complete gamechanger. It's quite honestly the best accessory for DSLR film making (short of a good tripod!).

I work mainly in backcountry situations and find that the ability to actually see my LCD screen and get accurate exposures is reason enough to use this, but the added benefits of pulling accurate focus (the 2x magnification is great!) and adding a third point of stabilization while shooting hand held are huge too.

I purchased this for use with my 60D and was at first apprehensive considering the mounting plate would cause issues with closing the swivel LCD, and the weight of the viewfinder might stress the screen itself too.

But after a week of heavy shooting in the BWCA wilderness of northern minnesota, I'm pleasantly surprised at how everything is holding up. Closing the swivel screen facing out hasn't been a huge issue, and I find that even shooting with the LCDVF attached and the screen flipped out for low angle shots is working well. It does create enough weight that the screen will creep a little in this situation, but overall hasn't been an issue. The improved ergonomics alone are enough reason to purchase this.

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I used the LCDVF while on vacation. Pulling focus in bright light and/or narrow depth of field was a breeze. I wish the viewfinder had a diopter but compared to the more expensive units that do, this is a great product.

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If you a photographer, it's a must have item.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

Easy to use, easy to install, this is an absolute must for anyone using the Canon t2i for photo, but especially for video purposes.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

I've used the LCDVF 2/3 for the past 3 weeks for shooting video at a summer camp. Its great for focusing, thanks to the magnification, it helps a ton to stabilize as another point of contact and it cuts down on glare when I'm outside. It looks a tad goofy and I'm still a little worried the magnets will touch something that I will regret, but the bag is a nice protection. Switching from video to stills can be a little awkward, but the lanyard is nice I guess.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

if you're filming in bright/outdoor conditions, this is an absolute must-have. works like a charm... fits on my t2i perfectly. it stays on great, but i always wear it around my neck as a precaution. very easy to use and comfortable to boot. the only downside is, it feels cheap... it's plastic, and i could see it breaking easily if not handled correctly. [$]seems like a steep price for what it is, but considering the alternative ($300+ for a z-finder), it's a bargain.from what i hear, it is also safer than the z-finder... some magnifying eye pieces can permanently damage your lcd screen if the sun's rays find their way in at just the right angle. i've read that it is unlikely to happen with this particular model.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

I use this with my Canon 60D for Video. It attached very easily, and pops on and off very quickly. It is a must-have for shooting outdoors. It's a great low cost solution and very comparable to the competing Z-Finder - minus the adjustable diopter.

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When I bought this for my T2i I assumed it would help shield my view screen from the sun but to my surprise it also made such a difference in clarity of picture too. Grabbing a quick focus is so much easier with one of these! Now, I can't imagine shooting without one!

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

This product is great! Easy to use and works great.
I recommend to everyone.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

I was looking at the Zacuto viewfinders which I found incredibly well-built and flashy, but they just seemed too bulky and overbuilt for my purposes right now. I am very happy with the portability and ease of use the LCDVF gives on my T2i. I feel very confident I'm getting a sharp image now. I was a bit freaked out by the magnetism aspect, but I never keep it on the camera for very long, as they recommend, and it's incidental really. I do wish it had adjustable focus though. Overall, exactly what I needed at this time, and a great addition to my camera bag.

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

Its a really nice product, and essential for video use of DSLR.
I can use it well without my glasses, so u dont really need diopter,
I've used it in extreme weather and didn't face any 'fog' problem. Its affordable and well built, i would certainly buy it again.

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I bought the Zacuto Z-finder for my Canon 7D before there were a lot of choices on the market for LCD viewfinders. Although it did help with camera shake, it almost magnified the image too much and I found myself not using it that much because it is somewhat big and heavy. I needed a viewfinder for my t2i and after reading some reviews, chose the LCDVF. I have to say I like it better. It's faster and easier to snap on the camera, it's not as heavy and it's easier to see the LCD. It's comfortable even without the red eye pad that is included. I don't need the diopter that comes with the Zacuto because I wear contacts so I'm very happy with the LCDVF. [*] I use it with a GGS LCD screen protector and it works very well.

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Before choosing viewfinder for my Canon 60D I went to BH and tried many different viewfinders, including Zacuto, but realized that LCDVF is the only one that doesn't obstruct either side of LCD and actually fit the 3" screen.
In the manual it's not recommended to attach the frame to protection screen, but I decided to test it out with polycarbonate Matin LCD screen protector (once you'll apply the magnet frame you won't be able to close the screen and I actually prefer it to be that way for quick run&gun situation and I feel some protection for your LCD is necessary in this case). So I applied the magnet frame to the new screen protector first using some heat from a fan and left it under pressure for 1 hour and then applied it to the camera LCD. So far it works! (and you always have the 2nd magnet frame in the package with your LCDVF if it won't work with the protection screen)
Large soft eye-cup and lens cloth are great bonus to the package. One thing is once you put large eye-cup - viewfinder won't fit in a nice pouch that is also included with the LCDVF.
Great product overall for the price and 60D LCD screen fit!

Comments about LCDVF 3/2 LCD ViewFinder:

I use this with a Canon 60D. It's great for shooting in sunny days and to get a proper focus.
It has a good magnification.

It has a frame that you must stick to your camera, if you have a 60D, forget about saving your LCD screen against your camera body. You could only save it with the LCS towards "the world".

The bad thing is that sometimes when I'm shooting it mists up, and it doesn't have a diopter.