p.1 #1 · Please Recommend LCD Loupe for Video on a 7D
Hello,
I started shooting video on my 7D and am running into a problem using LiveView. The issue is that I cannot see the screen well enough to tell if I am in focus. I use reading glasses at home, but rarely have them with me when I shoot. Even if I had them with me, I cannot use them as it would make it painful to look at anything in the distance. I also have a problem seeing the screen well due to ambient light.
I am looking for recommendations for a screen loupe that meets the following criteria:
1. Must be compatible with a 7D that uses a battery grip (some I have found do not seem to work with a BG).
2. Must have a diopter adjustment
3. Must have a sun shade
4. Would like at least 2.5x magnification
5. Relatively easy to take on and off with no damage to the camera itself
6. Decent quality
7. Affordable - I have seen some solutions that cost hundreds of dollars. I would like a solution that is no more than $150, but preferably $100 or less
Does anyone have a product they can recommend based on experience that meets the above criteria? Please let me know if I am missing something or if my wish list is unrealistic.
p.1 #4 · Please Recommend LCD Loupe for Video on a 7D
The CarrySpeed product looks perfect with one exception - I would need to take my Battery Grip off. I think I will go with that one unless I find something better.
p.1 #6 · Please Recommend LCD Loupe for Video on a 7D
davenfl wrote:
Well my only thought woud be to look at a hoodman loupe, should be just what you need.
Dave
and you don't need the much more expensive video version, just the regular version and then use two rubber bands to hold it on, granted that is not quite as nice of an attachment but it works and saves a lot of money (they charge a huge premium for the video lamp on version)
p.1 #7 · Please Recommend LCD Loupe for Video on a 7D
StillFingerz wrote:
Their viewfinder does work with bodies with grip attached, you might call to see if it will work with the 7D...video and info below
New Carry Speed VF-3 LCD View Finder on Canon T4i with Battery Grip
