LCD HD 7"monitor??

Quite good or quite inexpensive. I don't know of any company that makes a LCDs this inexpensively.

But if it isn't a good product, you aren't out very much.

As to the Sony, what outputs does it have?
 
how reliable is that company? has anybody dealt with them before? , the moniter doesn't look too bad.
 
Im also considering buying this monitor, Ive read one review about them and it said it were a good company. If you deside to buy it let me know:)
 
I got that monitor (without all those add-ons) for 60 Euros.
I use it as a larger view finder and for framing it works fine on the HVX.

Color/Exposure? Forget it for that.

Focusing can be done to some degree if you take your time, but look at the resolution and you know how much fun that is.

Would I buy it again?
As long as I don´t have the $$$ for a professional camera monitor, yes.

When possible I use my full HD 24" computer monitor as camera monitor - pure luxury.

Frank
 
I have one, too. It's fine for framing and the mount allows you to invert it if you are using a 35mm adapter. But it's tough for focusing the adapter so I'm hunting for another economical but focus-capable monitor. If that's possible...
 
for adapter focusing... .

this may sound nuts, but set the back focus of the lenses correctly and you can focus with a measuring tape. its easy quick and accurate. once you get good at judging distance you can focus by numbers....

that's how they do it with film.....
 
Timur is right and this is how I've done it for years. I've noticed I started to lose my vision the older I get. I too have a large viewing monitor and love it, but it's still not accurate. The next problem you'll run into is your adapters flange distance not being set 100% correct. This is where your eyes will start to cross. Without the proper equipment, it can be very hard to get the exact FD. Next you'll need to know where your "sweet spot" is. Looks like some commercial adapters now have a little focusing hook to measure from, but for those that don't here ya go !


I have a simple system that works great. I thumb tack a resolution sheet to the wall and set my camera/tripod with a 90° straight edge to the wall. I then turn my lens to the least focal distance and move the tripod back or tripod plate (available on some pods) until it "POPS" out. I also do this thru a 17" monitor or my 52" 1080p HD tv which helps out. It can take a little bit of time to find where to measure from, but you'll eventually find it. When you do, make a little mark.
 
aww man, i found this company on ebay tonight and was so super pumped about it!!! but if focusing is an issue i probably don't want to deal with it... i am already going the cheap route and getting a diy dof adapter so focusing is already going to be bothersome, no need to make it even more complicated...
and the measuring tape suggestion- c'mon... what do you expect, professionals... we use video to get around this type of thing... just kidding, it is a great suggestion and something we should all incorporate into our careers.
 
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