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  • čas přidán 17. 01. 2023
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Komentáře • 42

  • @Acomyztly
    @Acomyztly Před rokem +3

    Great video. I own the fx30 and it is my principal video camera. I am not a wildlife filmmaking, but also I have problems with reflections in the screen in a sunny day. I want to have a minimalist setup and for this I found a plastic lightweight optic viewfinder for the camera screen (Kamerar) and works for me (also I use tripod occasionally, most of time handheld). You have convinced me to try the portkey instead of a traditional monitor (I also use the same smallrig cage). Saludos.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Thanks. Yes I have been loving it. An having the choice of not taking it when lets say filming in a hide. Like the size and weight to but I don’t think it will take much punishment. still looking for better options to mount it though.

  • @rickymcc8624
    @rickymcc8624 Před 10 měsíci +2

    Thanks Benjamin for the heads up on this. I have a Ninja V that I can use as a more built out option with my FX3 but I was also looking for a reasonable/ affordable EVF.

  • @JohnnyMotel99
    @JohnnyMotel99 Před rokem +1

    There is a great mod to replace the whole eyecup section with a Zacuto rear screen viewer.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem +2

      Thanks 🙏 just seen this too. Already spoken to my friend who has a 3D printer. Going to try and make this when I get back from my trip. Was a super detailed video and gave everything you need.

  • @joet9451
    @joet9451 Před rokem +1

    Great video! Was looking forward to it. I like the point that I can put it on a arm and adjust its position to my place in the blind. Wish it had hdmi out! Would of loved to see the screen layout. Time to go shopping. Thanks again for the video.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem +1

      Thanks, yes its a nice little unit for the price. Been using it more now and makes my life alot easier.

  • @cameragod1
    @cameragod1 Před rokem

    Bluestar Eyecushion for Blackmagic EVF's fits my Portakeys EVF nicely.

  • @neofilm
    @neofilm Před 7 měsíci

    how did you mount this to your rig exactly? It looked like you had it so you can easily adjust with some nice, easy friction control

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před 6 měsíci

      Yes had a small rig monitor arm and a full rig to make it more adaptable from different viewing points

  • @mickjenner136
    @mickjenner136 Před rokem +1

    Hi Benjamin, have you found any issues with viewing the screen, especially when not looking dead centre into the finder? I bought one and returned as I found when viewing into it from slightly off centre the screen appeared distorted, affecting critical focusing. Also the included right angle hdmi attachment was faulty, causing some strange colourings. Confused me to start with until I discovered the problem. Shame as Portkeys are good, I use their Portkeys LH5P II 5.5 inch 4K HDMI Touchscreen DSLR Camera Control Field Monitor |2200 nit | Bluetooth with the FX30. But, like you much prefer a EVF.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem +1

      Not noticed that with my unit. Will double check again when I can. Which model was this with? I am using the LEYE iii. Just got back from Africa for two weeks and it worked very well the whole trip.

  • @mr.frandy7692
    @mr.frandy7692 Před 10 měsíci

    I've used it and personally i didn't feel like it even came close to the quality of the a7s iii viewfinder. better than nothing but it's a bummer that sony can't make an external version of that and sell it.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před 9 měsíci

      Yes i agree. Will never be as good as a built in EVF

  • @TheDutchBirder
    @TheDutchBirder Před rokem

    I just got the voking lcd viewfinder. What in you opinion is the difference between this evf and a lcd viewfinder?

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      If it works it works! U will have less bits to worry about with the lcd viewfinder. Not worrying about power and cable runs from your camera. But u also lose out on the flexibility of adjusting it. Also lose the functionality of the lcd screen, like touch focus. But will keep you rig smaller and lighter.

  • @kikakapu1
    @kikakapu1 Před rokem

    Thanks for the review, very helpful. Question as a wild life guy which camera cover are you using if you don’t mind me asking looks like it works and covers everything.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Rolanpro SLR Digital Camera Rain Cover Raincoat large size for a big prime like this link. amzn.to/3zn3i7E. or if you are using a smaller zoom like 200-600 then you can use the smaller size like this one amzn.to/3nC8uBZ

  • @sittingnow
    @sittingnow Před rokem

    You could pick up a Zacuto (not ‘os’) Gratical X on ebay cheap and then pay for the HD upgrade. Cost me about £800. My LEYE broke after being outdoors in rain, very disappointing.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Yes realised I said it wrong after I made the video 🙄. I keep a eye out for that. Though they look rather big and bulky. I already struggle with kit allowance for when I fly.

    • @sittingnow
      @sittingnow Před rokem

      @@BenjaminSmail true, they are pretty big. The Gratical Eye is very small and you can get battery addon fot it now, but then you’re in a higher spend.

    • @sittingnow
      @sittingnow Před rokem

      @@BenjaminSmail true, they are pretty big. The Gratical Eye is very small and you can get battery addon fot it now, but then you’re in a higher spend. The EVF market is annoyingly expensive.

  • @josephsee2425
    @josephsee2425 Před 6 měsíci

    currently using a monitor but always curious about these EVF's. Have you had issue with losing subjects as they move while you are trying to get them? It's definitely trickier to line up with a monitor but I do like to be able to look at the screen and look at the subject in case it suddenly goes out of frame you can quickly line it up again.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před 6 měsíci

      Yes I really struggle when using a monitor even the back screen I find more harder than with a EVF. Always prefer a EVF and just so used to finding my subject with it

    • @josephsee2425
      @josephsee2425 Před 6 měsíci

      @@BenjaminSmail I will definitely consider trying one an EVF!

  • @rwootenvideo
    @rwootenvideo Před rokem

    How is focusing? I’m concerned about being able to keep a sharp shot with such a small screen.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Yes it's still not perfect with the EVF due to its size. But find it a lot better than the lcd screen. An you can always switch on peaking with a touch of a button.

    • @rwootenvideo
      @rwootenvideo Před rokem

      @@BenjaminSmail is it doable though? Or are you better off just getting a sunshade for a monitor

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      It will hold a knock because its light. But would not trust it in bad weather. Not had it long enough to tell. But it does not feel very solid.

  • @jamesandcamera
    @jamesandcamera Před rokem +3

    Hey Ben, if you are still using this EVF I would definitely recommend the upgrades this bloke suggests:
    czcams.com/video/sPMH5Iru7zM/video.html
    Makes the portkeys about 100x better in all ways to use.
    I tried one of those portkeys ages ago and thought they were good 'on paper', but absolutely rubbish to actually use with the poor viewing angles and no magnification. If you are ever flush with cash, I can't recommend the Gratical Eye enough as the best 3rd party EVF by a country mile. If you ever get the chance to use one you will never want to go back, especially in the harsher weather 😉

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem +1

      Yes thanks. Seen the video also what a super video it was. Already spoken to my friend who has a 3D printer. Going to try doing it when I get back from this trip. Thanks for the heads up 🙏

  • @gbwalther3198
    @gbwalther3198 Před rokem

    Rumors out there say that Sony will issue a new highend apsc camera before summer of 2023. Have u heard anything futher, specs, etc? A 7000 apsc camera seems to be the rumors. Will be interesting to see how it stacks up against the latest Fuji cameras. If such a camera merges with EVF do u plan to pick up one for your wildlife, bird photography-video? 😎😎

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Not heard to much. Guessing it will have the same sensor as the FX30 but more photo driven. Will probably have all of Sony’s new toys like A7RV auto focus and same features as the ZV-E10. Hopefully it will be like a mini A1.

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Not heard to much. Guessing it will have the same sensor as the FX30 but more photo driven. Will probably have all of Sony’s new toys like A7RV auto focus and same features as the ZV-E10. Hopefully it will be like a mini A1.

  • @spenc1964
    @spenc1964 Před měsícem

    Ready y’all reviewer never showed on camera

  • @depotmsa2362
    @depotmsa2362 Před rokem

    that eye piece on the evf sucks major ass ! the glass sucks and the squishy piece unprofessionla , you gotta do the mod on it , just search from toy to tool !

    • @BenjaminSmail
      @BenjaminSmail  Před rokem

      Yes seen that. My friend is printing me out the adapture for the change!

  • @gregv2821
    @gregv2821 Před 6 měsíci

    This is a terrible viewfinder. Worst purchase I’ve ever made and I’ve purchased a ton of gear thru the years. I’m stunned this company continues to sell this piece of crap. The loupe literally demagnifies the image and the distortion you get when even slightly off axis is ridiculous. And the cherry on top is that absurd eyecup. Do your homework. This guy has no clue.