Run and gun with 35mm adapter?

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AnDyDanDy

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I keep reading that an external monitor is essential for proper focusing when using a 35mm lens adapter.

Question: Is this really always true? (i do realize some adapters flip the image)

I can understand why people would want a larger monitor when doing tracking/moving shots or a lot of racking focus work, however, I more interested in using a 35mm adapter primarily for fairly static interviews.

Also I will be using the a sony z1u which has a focus enlarging function which basically blows the center of the image up to allow for fine focusing before a shot.

So another question would be, does this feature make an external monitor less of a necessity. By the way, the reason I ask is I will be working in some remote regions with little to no electricity. Hence my reluctance to commit to something that will require a monitor. I really want to keep my camera rig as light and portable as possible.

thanks in advance
 
yea it does, the HVX's focus assist really helps focusing without a monitor. its very useable, and not entirely terrible.
 
Here are some more ideas for "run n' gun" shooting with or without a 35mm adapter.

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=56095&page=3

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=81984

In either case, you've got to be fairly strong and especially after adding the 35mm adapter. With the Fig Rig, I would suggest that harness as described in the latter thread.

The only other change I've made recently is I've added the HDV Handle Bracket to my HVX200. This is so when I mount the Marshall monitor to the camera, I don't have to screw it into the actual handle of the camera. I can screw it into the bracket instead. It's a bit pricey but worth it.

http://www.vfgadgets.com/HDVbracket.htm
 
I have the same problem of not having any electricity in the remote areas I'll be heading. I'm expecting both my LetusFE and Hoodman H300 with 2x magnifier today. I hope that the H300 in combination with peaking and on-camera-magnifying will help me getting a good focus.
I'll let you know if this works fine.
 
DC said:
Here are some more ideas for "run n' gun" shooting with or without a 35mm adapter.

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=56095&page=3

http://www.dvxuser.com/V6/showthread.php?t=81984

In either case, you've got to be fairly strong and especially after adding the 35mm adapter. With the Fig Rig, I would suggest that harness as described in the latter thread.

The only other change I've made recently is I've added the HDV Handle Bracket to my HVX200. This is so when I mount the Marshall monitor to the camera, I don't have to screw it into the actual handle of the camera. I can screw it into the bracket instead. It's a bit pricey but worth it.

http://www.vfgadgets.com/HDVbracket.htm
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Why wouldnt you screw it into the handle mount thats what its there for...... ???
 
TimurCivan said:
Why wouldnt you screw it into the handle mount thats what its there for...... ???
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Good question, Timur. I've actually been screwing it into the HVX handle for a long time. But I've heard reports about the handle cracking under stress. As a precautionary measure, I recently decided to go with the bracket.
 
Hi Andy,

Sorry I didn't know which threat I replied, finally found it though :)
I love the H-300. It really helps to get a good focus. It litterally zooms the LCD by 2x. You may get some reflections in the magnifier glass, though. But I think it's really worth it if you're not going to buy an external monitor.
 
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