Included components optional accessories optional accessories may be purchased from the zacuto web store at. The zacuto z finder will pop on and off the frame for quick shooting. The zacuto is 3x which is perfect for getting that focus. Apr 11, 2011 the zacuto z finder evf is an offcamera lcd screen with a bunch of pro videofriendly features that help work around the shortcomings of dslr cameras in pro video applications. Make offer zacuto z finder pro 3x viewfinder for 3. Therefore, you can use the monitor as a small onboard monitor or as an electronic viewfinder by itself. It offers focusable magnification, a 40mm diameter zacuto optical designed lens, an antifog coating protective cover, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, a dioptre and a field of view matched to 3 lcd screens. The lcdvf only offers a 2x magnification, however it gives you an unobstructed view of. If you dont need the diopter adjustment that the z finder has, then the biggest difference appears to be that the z finder is a 3x magnification whereas the lcdvf is a 2x magnification. Well this zacuto z finder pro 3x is now always in mine. The zfinder gives you 3x zoom on your screen which is great for center focusing as well as inspecting playback, but with this feature comes a bit of a vignetted view see comparison images below. Gorilla plate with dslr short body frame canon 5d7d type cameras.
Missing zacuto axis mini monitor mount for sony fs5. Whether shooting handheld or on a tripod, the z finder pro turns your cameras 3 lcd screen into a clear, easytofocus viewfinder that lets you see your image in magnified. I consider the zacuto z finders to be some of the best built and optically sound viewfinders on the market. The z finder pro dslr viewfinder is an optical viewfinder that allows dslr cameras to have the correct form factor for video. Z finder pro optical viewfinder for dslr cameras youtube. The zacuto z finder evf pro is a small monitor and electronic viewfinder that can be used with a z finder support system. Whether shooting handheld or on a tripod, the z finder pro turns your cameras 3. The z finder pro mounst to your camera using a gorilla plate and the z finder aluminum mounting frame and is only suitable for short body cameras such as the canon 5d mark ii, canon 7d, cannon 60d, canon 550d. I am very happy working with this stuff but there is one problem. Buy zacuto zfinder pro 3x magnifying lcd viewfinder.
Zacuto may well have the answer with its z finder evf pro. Regular items 144 didnt find what youre looking for. Most people have been happy with our 3x z finder, but just released, it now comes in the 3x and 2. The zfinder pro viewfinders offer a 40mm diameter zacuto optical design lens, two antifog coating protective lens covers, a large eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage and a sturdy metal two piece mounting system. This smells like a purple laser get your free photography guide a guide to capturing motion in low light situations. Me on lucasfilms red tails set using a 5d mark ii with a zacuto z finder pro 2. For their pro models, zacuto has two releasesthe z finder pro 2.
In this product video, steve weiss and jens bogehegn explain the benefits of the new line of dslr optical viewfinders. Zacuto zfinder 3 mounting frame for small dslr bodies. The z finder pro 3x comes with a 40mm diameter zacuto optical designed lens, antifog coated protective covers, and a mounting system designed for 3 inch lcd screens. The zacuto fs5 z finder is specifically designed to suit the shape and size of the monitor included with the sony fs5. First off build quality is good on lcdvf but zfinder seems stronger and sturdier. The z finder pro uses zacuto s gorilla baseplate and z finder mounting. So ive got it narrowed down to either the zacuto z finder pro 3x or the cinevate cyclops for video work with the 5d. A little while back i talked about one item that always should be in your bag. This is the model that comes standard with the z finder pro 3x and pro 2. If you need extra focal points you can use the included zfinder extender frames. This device is a combination of two of their products. This is the model we use with our electronic viewfinder packages. I have used the third party viewfinders and find them to be subpar. It cuts out any extraneous light and offers an initial point of stability by pressing your eye against our comfy, large eyecup.
Zacuto zfinder pro dslr viewfinder rent from digihire. Anybody with any experience with either or both of these viewfinders, please provide some decisionmaking insights. Get the best deals on camera viewfinders for canon eos when you shop the largest online selection at. This z finder model is not suitable for any camera with a battery grip fitted. That will fit a standard small body dslr with a 3 screen like the canon 5d mii, 7d, t3i or the nikon d3000 or d5100. Since i am both farsighted and have an astigmatism, i went with the 3x and absolutely love it. Zacuto s z finder pro 3x optical viewfinder is a necessary tool for shooting sharp, stable video on dslr cameras like the canon 5d mkii, 7d, nikon d90, d300s and others. Zacuto zfinder evf pro video accessories focusing systems z findevfp videos this is a complete evf with diopter. Buy zacuto zfindfs5p zfindfs5p zfinder pro package for. These are semipermanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the zfinder pro and extends the zfinder glass further way from the lcd screen for people who are farsighted. The z finder 3 mounting frame for small dslr bodies is for use with the dslr gorilla plate or dslr baseplate in order to attach a zacuto z finder to your camera lcd. Z finder pro 3xthe z finder pro 3x is another one of zacuto s optical viewfindersthat allows dslr cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It includes the evf flip model and an optical viewfinder, which will snap onto the frame on the monitor. The fs5 z finder comes with a flip up frame designed to slide onto the fs5 lcd.
Vistek product detail toronto, calgary, edmonton, ottawa, missisauga canada. Get a refund within 10 days of purchase if you are not. This video show the features and benefits of using an optical viewfinder like the zacuto z finder, for your dslr cameras when shooting video. On this page you will find the current firmware for the zacuto zfinder evf, a manual for your zfinder evf, and more. The z finder pro 3x is another one of zacuto s optical viewfinders that allows dslr cameras to have the correct form factor for video. Whether shooting handheld or on a tripod, the z finder pro turns your cameras 3 lcd screen into a clear, easytofocus viewfinder that lets you see your image in magnified detail even under the brightest sunlight. The item is fully inspected, tested and cleaned by our technicians. The zacuto zfinder evf pro the zacuto zfinder evf pro is a complete evf with diopter. This longwinded overview will give you a better look at the evf pro, some of the ways i have configured it over the past few weeks, how it works with an articulating arm, zacuto dslr baseplate matched up with the evf standard mount, and z finder pro 2. This package includes the fs5 z finder, axis mini for fs5 and the fs5 top plate. I had an opportunity to get my hands on a zacuto fast draw dslr handheld rig along with zacuto s z finder pro for use overseas in japan on a recent documentary film shoot. The hoodman hoodloupe professional or lcdvf are alternatives, but the 3x magnification of the zacuto zfinder with its outstanding optics. These are semipermanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the z finder pro and extend the z finder glass further away from the lcd screen for people who are farsighted.
Jan 07, 20 i had an opportunity to get my hands on a zacuto fast draw dslr handheld rig along with zacuto s z finder pro for use overseas in japan on a recent documentary film shoot. Zacuto zfinder loupe 3x reality check in reply to ph0t0h1ker jan 4, 2010 i used the hoodloupe before i got the zfinder v. The z finder pro attaches to your camera with the included gorilla plate v2 and z finder 3. Evf snap the evf snap is our standard electronic viewfinder that has the zacuto zfinder frame built into the unit. And i should love to see the others signals as focus and iso etc as wel. If you need extra focal points you can use the included z finder extender frames. It must be really stable becouse i use this camera in difficult place and positions. About the zacuto zfinder pro 3x the zfinder pro 3x is an optical viewfinder that allows dslr cameras to have the correct form factor for video. This zfinder will magnify the lcd screen by 3x and has a diopter for specific focus tuning. The zfinder pro 3x is another one of zacutos optical viewfinders that allows dslr cameras to have the correct form factor for video. Like most backpackers, i like to travel light, so i packed my camera kit which is a canon 7d along with clothes all in one rucksack.
The diopter allows you to dial in the focus to match your eye. Part 3 the musthave video accessories for the canon 7d zacuto s z finder pro 2. The fs5 z finder comes with a flip up frame designed to slide onto the fs5 lcd and lock securely in place. Zacuto z findfs5p zfindfs5p z finder pro package for the sony fs5 camera. The zfinder pro uses zacutos gorilla baseplate and zfinder mounting frame to mount to the camera. The zfinder pro attaches to your camera with the included gorilla plate v2 and zfinder 3. Now i need a second zfinder pro 3x but for panasonic gh2 body, it is possible. Having an offset viewfinder in front of your eye and in line with a rodbased support system allows you to shoot engstyle for stability and comfort. I traveled to california to do some location scouts for a film idea i had as well as to do some traveling around the area. These are semipermanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the z finder pro and extends the z finder glass further way from the lcd screen for people who are farsighted.
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