Angled viewfinder: Recently I saw a video which had an accessory to a viewfinder. It allowed someone who had a short tripod to look DOWN at the camera which was mounted on a tripod...

finalimage Loc: Brattleboro, VT

Recently I saw a video which had an accessory to a viewfinder. It allowed someone who had a short tripod to look DOWN at the camera which was mounted on a tripod (saved bending over ) and see through the viewfinder . I have tried Google with no success. Does anyone recognize this piece of equipment and know what it is called?

Thanks!

sbesaw Loc: Boston

finalimage wrote:

Recently I saw a video which had an accessory to a viewfinder. It allowed someone who had a short tripod to look DOWN at the camera which was mounted on a tripod (saved bending over ) and see through the viewfinder . I have tried Google with no success. Does anyone recognize this piece of equipment and know what it is called?

Thanks!

I know Nikon makes one for some of their models. You would probably get a lot more help if you specified what camera you have. Google your camera model followed by "Accessories" or "Viewfinder"

finalimage Loc: Brattleboro, VT

Aha! Makes sense. Thanks.

sbesaw wrote:

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Sheila Loc: Arizona or New York

Think you want an accessory called a right angle finder. Nikon makes one but the are available from other accessory makers. You need to purchase one that will fit your camera.

mikeysaling Loc: essex uk

I got one of these - brilliant - no more nose to the ground

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1x-2x-SEAGULL-RIGHT-ANGLE-FINDER-Viewfinder-for-Canon-Nikon-Pentax-Olympus-/260987868576?pt=UK_Photography_Viewfinders_Eyecups&hash=item3cc416d5a0

may also be available on amazon

cdsforme Loc: Annapolis, MD

I bought the Seagull model from Amazon. It has different eyepieces that fit Canon, Nikon, & other cameras. Here's the link:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000CS40WY/ref=oh_details_o05_s00_i00

ninods

Thank God and Sony for the SLT Alpha 77V :-)

CAM1017 Loc: Chiloquin, Oregon

finalimage wrote:

Recently I saw a video which had an accessory to a viewfinder. It allowed someone who had a short tripod to look DOWN at the camera which was mounted on a tripod (saved bending over ) and see through the viewfinder . I have tried Google with no success. Does anyone recognize this piece of equipment and know what it is called?

Thanks!

A company called Hoodman used to market a right angle viewing attachment. Not sure if they still have it. Its very handy.
"www.HoodmanUSA.com".

Bushpilot Loc: Minnesota

I have the Hoodman angle viewer, it works great!

SharpShooter Loc: NorCal

finalimage wrote:

Recently I saw a video which had an accessory to a viewfinder. It allowed someone who had a short tripod to look DOWN at the camera which was mounted on a tripod (saved bending over ) and see through the viewfinder . I have tried Google with no success. Does anyone recognize this piece of equipment and know what it is called?

Thanks!

Final, just saw your post. I have one I bought used 35 years ago to use on one of my Pentax spotmatics. It is a Pentax brand and has also fit all of my Canons, after I pull of the eyecup piece. That leads me to believe that they may be somewhat universal but it does not fit either of my two old nikon film Cameras( they are diff from each other). Mine rotates and can be used at any angle. Very handy, I use it all the time. Get one

Expresso12 Loc: Franklin, IN

I have the Hoodman right angle viewer. What I like about it is you can flip a switch and it will magnify what you have in the viewfinder by 2.5X. It really helps when you are doing macro shots and the angle helps along with that. you can also adjust the focus on the Hoodman lens to be in focus with your prescription. It has many adaptors to fit on many camera eye pieces, both Canon and Nikon. And it doesn't feel like junk either. I just used it today.

Expresso12 Loc: Franklin, IN

I Just found this on Amazon.com. This may be what you are looking for:
Opteka Professional 1X-2.5X Right Angle Viewfinder for Canon EOS, Nikon, Olympus, Sony, & Pentax Digital SLR Cameras
Buy new: was $149.00; NOW $39.95

2 used from $29.00

LoneRangeFinder Loc: Left field

Bushpilot wrote:

I have the Hoodman angle viewer, it works great!

Just be sure you specify your camera model. Nikon has both square and round viewfinders.

Expresso12 Loc: Franklin, IN

Nice thing about the Hoodman is it came with 5 interchangeable viewfinders, 2 for Nikon, one square and one round. Very nice set from Hoodman and it feels very nice and has lasted for years.

Dinah Loc: Brisbane, Australia

Look up "Aputure" they have a "Gigtube" which is a remote viewfinder. Just a different idea! Note the spelling of Aputure.