C100: C-Cup vs. Zacuto Z-finder cup

[scorsesefan]

Is there a big difference between the two? The c-cup is more than twice the price of the Zacuto. Anyone have experience with either/both? Thanks

 

[slavikb]

Yes, big difference. The Z-finder eyecup helps block some light, but it is soft and bends back on itself when you press your eye against it, so it's not good as a point of contact. The C-Cup, on the other hand, elevates the C100 and makes the EVF on the mark 1 actually pretty good, especially for handheld use. And with a zip tie around the C-Cup (it has a groove made for a zip-tie), the C-Cup firmly stays on as you pack and unpack your C100. It's worth the $40.

 

[scorsesefan]

Yes, big difference. The Z-finder eyecup helps block some light, but it is soft and bends back on itself when you press your eye against it, so it's not good as a point of contact. The C-Cup, on the other hand, elevates the C100 and makes the EVF on the mark 1 actually pretty good, especially for handheld use. And with a zip tie around the C-Cup (it has a groove made for a zip-tie), the C-Cup firmly stays on as you pack and unpack your C100. It's worth the $40.

Thanks, slavikb!