what is the LIGHTEST field monitor?

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Gene Sung

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I need the smallest, lightest field monitor possible. Why? Because I need it for my steadycam / glidecam setup and I'm pushing the max weight by attaching an external field monitor.

I was thinking the DP4 by Small HD. It seems to be the smallest I can find right now at 4.3 inches. But the battery plate would add quite a bit of weight to it, I would imagine.

Is there a smaller field monitor than the DP4? I wouldn't even mind if it was just 3.5 inches, just as long as it is light.

Thanks
 
Can only speak about the one I've got, Lilliput 668GL. It has a lightweight internal battery that's good for a couple of hours continuous use (you can buy extra batteries, takes a minute or two to swap them). Complete with battery and cables it comes in about 700g give or take (1.5lbs). I traded quality for weight/price (two advantages beats one) as I was already pushing my tripod. If you find one significantly lighter that will be annoying! The picture isn't great (same model is sold as a reversing camera monitor) but it could be worse. It works for framing and focus and has a flip mode. Doubt I'll get another one mainly because I'll have a better tripod by the time I'm ready to replace it. At least I don't have to stand on my head working with 35mm adapter anymore!
 
I am not sure how Liliput is good. But you can buy high-end field monitors at much cheaper price at NAB or IBC show.
 
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