Offset vs Straight Rig

[leaftors]

Which one is more comfortable for long shoots?

For offset I would have a lcdvf

for straight rig I would have external monitor and lcdvf

 

[Alex H.]

Which one is more comfortable for long shoots?

They function/feel just the same. The only difference is the offset, which doesn't impact "comfort". What you do need to do is make sure that your shoulder rig is counterweighted. Some rigs offer counterweight options, others have to be modified to have counterweight. But without it, all the weight is focused on the front, and your hands and forearms have to support the camera as well as operate it. That can wear you out quickly.

For offset I would have a lcdvf

for straight rig I would have external monitor and lcdvf

As I said in your other thread, you aren't going to find just any external monitor and be able to use an LCDVF on it. If that's what you want, you need to get an electronic viewfinder.

I have an offset rig and an LCDVF. When I'm not running handheld, I take the shoulder pad and handles and LCDVF off and use an external, 7" monitor.

 

[leaftors]

I hope the lcdvf evf drops in price when it comes out after a while. What rig do you have?