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Experience with optical viewfinders

Started Aug 18, 2021 | Discussions thread
kypfer Contributing Member • Posts: 985
Re: Experience with optical viewfinders

larneytony wrote:

Hi, I'm sure this subject has gotten attention here already. I'd like to add some thoughts on using ovf's with the Samsungs.

Anyone else found the benefits of OVF's or considering them? I'd like to hear from you as well as any queries.

Haha

Been using them for years! Both 'optical' and simple open-frame designs. A simple solution for when an infra-red filter is fitted and there's too much reflection for the rear screen to be of much use!

Don't rely too heavily on the parallax correction. The adjustable viewfinders were designed with specific cameras in mind, where the accessory shoe is a specific distance above the film gate. Change this distance by much and the calibration goes right out the window

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