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Opteka 11x Zoom Professional Micro Director's Viewfinder with HD Multicoated Glass, All Metal Body and Click Stops
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Brand | Opteka |
Focal Length Description | 400 millimeters |
Lens Type | Standard |
Camera Lens Description | 9 |
Maximum Focal Length | 400 Millimeters |
About this item
- 4 Element HD Multicoated Glass Optics | Rugged Black Aluminum Metal Body
- 11x Telescopic Zoom | Click Stops on Aspect Ratio and Focal Length Rings
- Collapsible Rubber Eye Cup | Aspect Ratios TV (4:3), 1.66, 16:9, 1.85, 2:35, 2.55
- Ultra Lightweight 4.4 oz | Compact Sized 2.5-Inches | Neck Strap | 37mm Filter Threads
- Range 1/3": 3.9-44mm, 1/2": 5.2-58mm, 2/3": 7.2-80mm, S16: 10-114mm, 35mm: 18-200mm, Anamorphic: 30-400mm
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Product Description
The Opteka Director's Mini Viewfinder is a rugged viewfinder with a telescoping 11x zoom capable of toggling between varying film standards, including Anamorphic (2.55 and 2.35), Super16 (1.66 and the theatrical 1.85), 16:9 Widescreen (1.7), all the way to TV (1.33). It accurately defines choice of lenses, angles, and coverage in a wide variety of formats for both film and video. It enables filmmakers to communicate their visions to each other quickly and with complete accuracy, allowing the time saved to be used on the art of film-making.
Features:
- 11x telescoping zoom
- Multicoated optics
- Lightweight, compact design
- Comfortable eyecup blocks stray light
- Standard 37mm filter thread
- Aluminum housing
- Dimensions (ø x L): 1.69" x 3.56" (2.50" collapsed)
- Weight: 3.75 oz. (106.31g)
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Multicoated Optics |
Durable Aluminum Housing |
Non-Slip Rubber Grip |
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Compact, Collapsible Design |
Comfortable Eye Cup |
Includes 37mm Screw-on Cap, Neck Strap and Drawstring Pouch |
The Opteka Mini Director's Viewfinder with 11x Zoom covers aspect ratios from the early anamorphic 2.55 (above) to TV's 1.33 (below).
Focal Length Range:
- 1/3": 3.9-44mm
- 1/2": 5.2-58mm
- 2/3": 7.2-80mm
- 16: 8.5-96mm
- S16: 10-114mm
- 35mm: 18-200mm
- Anamorphic: 30-400mm
Includes:
- Opteka 11x Mini Director's Viewfinder
- Neck Strap
- Soft Pouch
- 37mm Screw-on Lens Cap
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 2.5 x 1.5 x 1.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.2 ounces |
ASIN | B0021E2FII |
Item model number | OPT-SM-VIEWFINDER |
Customer Reviews |
3.8 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #119 in Camera & Camcorder Viewfinders |
Date First Available | March 26, 2009 |
Manufacturer | Opteka |
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Customers like the quality, practicality, ease of use, appearance and weight of the camera lenses. For example, they mention it's well built, effective and a great little device for your productions. That said, some complain about the accuracy and size.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the viewfinder. They mention that it is well built, has a nice little weight to it, and works well. Some say that the quality and clarity are amazing. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...It's made of a metal and rubber and real glass material and it just feels good in your hand. The feeling you get when you handle pro equipment...." Read more
"...Find the viewfinder ideal for blocking and framing but leave some extra time when shooting to double check your framing as the viewfinder image is..." Read more
"...But, the quality of that viewfinder is GREAT. It is all metal and very sturdy, and it comes with a little pouch, which makes it very handy to carry..." Read more
"The affordability, size and functionality of this little unit is perfect." Read more
Customers find the Director's Viewfinder to be a great little device for your productions. They say it's an effective tool for efficient filmmaking and a good tool for filmmakers. Customers also mention that the device is handy to carry around.
"Effective tool, easy to use, works and arrived as described, however, it is smaller than it looks...." Read more
"...Great for setting up shots and framing but noticed frame is slightly different then actual lenses...." Read more
"...sturdy, and it comes with a little pouch, which makes it very handy to carry around (it was kind of designed for that lol.)" Read more
"The Opteka Micro Professional Director's Viewfinder is a good tool for filmmakers who would like to compose shots beforehand...." Read more
Customers find the camera lens easy to use. They say it's simple, useful for different TV and film formats, and has easy-to-figure-out features. They also say it’s a highly accessible tool for both novice and professional directors, and it saves them tons of time getting shots together. Customers also say the lens is a quick solution to get a good perspective of a shot or an idea.
"Effective tool, easy to use, works and arrived as described, however, it is smaller than it looks...." Read more
"...Some of the features are easy to figure out, others are less. And there is no manual, so you're kind of on your own...." Read more
"...The viewfinder is easy to use with no instructions...." Read more
"...Its a highly accessible tool for both novice and professional directors / cinematographers. I highly recommend it." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the camera lenses. They mention that it looks great, legit, and is a great conversation starter.
"It looks great but me and my friend are still having a hard time figuring out EXACTLY how it works...." Read more
"...Although it does look more legit and a great conversation starter. But buy it cause it works...." Read more
"Solid construction and Elegant design..." Read more
"Good Product..." Read more
Customers like the weight of the camera lenses. They mention it's well built, has a nice little weight, and is easy to wear around your neck.
"...of a metal and rubber and real glass material and it just feels good in your hand. The feeling you get when you handle pro equipment...." Read more
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"...The weight feels good in your hands though. Good product overall.Thanks!" Read more
"You get what you paid for. It's pretty well built and has a nice little weight to it...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the camera lenses. They say it is good for the price.
"The affordability, size and functionality of this little unit is perfect." Read more
"Great Value. Excellent Viewfinder...." Read more
"GOOD FOR THE PRICE!..." Read more
"affordable and practic..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the size of the camera lens. Some mention it's small, compact, and simple, and perfect for wearing around your neck. However, others say that the final frame through the viewfinder is pretty small, especially when zoomed in.
"...It is really small and fits in your pocket. It reminds me of looking through a 16mm viewfinder or a small DSLR viewfinder." Read more
"...It's quite versatile, small, and nicely portable; but the final frame through the viewfinder is pretty small (specially when zoomed) and while you..." Read more
"...easy to use, works and arrived as described, however, it is smaller than it looks...." Read more
"The quality and clarity are amazing. Its size is perfect for wearing around your neck. It comes with a lanyard and carrying pouch...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the accuracy of the lens. They mention that the viewfinder is not accurate for 35mm full-frame camera, the numbers are not accurate at all, and the field of view becomes unusable after 50mm.
"This is so disappointing and frustrating, as the numbers aren’t accurate at all...." Read more
"...The zoom range is 18-200mm (full frame) however the viewfinder field of view becomes unusable after 50mm...." Read more
"viewfinder not accurate for 35mm full-frame camera..." Read more
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Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2017
But, the quality of that viewfinder is GREAT. It is all metal and very sturdy, and it comes with a little pouch, which makes it very handy to carry around (it was kind of designed for that lol.)