Couple of months ago i-Cuff sent me one of their unique eyecups designed to improve the experience of using a viewfinder on camcorders or DSLRs (LCD viewfinder).
A lot of filmmakers love to use their Zacuto, CarrySpeed, LCDVF and other viewfinders on their DSLRs. Some literally don’t shoot without them. People who use ENG style cameras only really ever use viewfinders as it’s the only way of operating the camera properly.
I don’t use viewfinders when I don’t have to, just not my thing. One time though, when I just can’t shoot without a viewfinder even now is when I shoot outside. Even on an overcast day, it helps, on a sunny day it’s literally impossible to shoot properly without one.
A lot of filmmakers love to use their Zacuto, CarrySpeed, LCDVF and other viewfinders on their DSLRs. Some literally don’t shoot without them. People who use ENG style cameras only really ever use viewfinders as it’s the only way of operating the camera properly.
I don’t use viewfinders when I don’t have to, just not my thing. One time though, when I just can’t shoot without a viewfinder even now is when I shoot outside. Even on an overcast day, it helps, on a sunny day it’s literally impossible to shoot properly without one.
When I first received the i-cuff, I thought that is must be a bit of an unnecessary gimmick, but after using it for a couple of times, especially in a cold weather I changed my mind completely. I mostly use a cheap LCD viewfinder on my 5D and a Zacuto EVF. Both have rubber hoods/eyecups which seemed to be are ok, until I tried the i-cuff.
Unlike the rubber eyecups, i-cuff is made of fabric, which is washable, waterproof and works well both with and without glasses. I don’t wear glasses, but I could see how i-cuff could really improve the viewing experience. It wraps around the face much better and you don’t have to press yourself firmly against the viewfinder, which would be very uncomfortable with a common rubber eyecup. Made out breathable fabric it also reduces fogging which is also a common problem with viewfinders.
Unlike the rubber eyecups, i-cuff is made of fabric, which is washable, waterproof and works well both with and without glasses. I don’t wear glasses, but I could see how i-cuff could really improve the viewing experience. It wraps around the face much better and you don’t have to press yourself firmly against the viewfinder, which would be very uncomfortable with a common rubber eyecup. Made out breathable fabric it also reduces fogging which is also a common problem with viewfinders.
The most impressive thing for me is how i-cuff feels against my face in cold winter conditions. For comparison I first pressed my face against the rubber eyecup and then placed the i-cuff on top of it. The difference was massive, rubber gets really cold and very unpleasant in cold conditions; i-cuff though just doesn’t feel as cold, due to it’s soft fabric around the edge that touches the face. It really makes me want to use it every time I shoot outside.
It’s one of them simple accessories that actually make a lot of difference.
i-Cuff comes in 3 sizes, DV, HD, & PRO depending on the camera you use. The smaller one is just $29.95 and the other 2 are $45, so there is literally no excuse not to get one if use viewfinders a lot.
You can check out more info and to order one yourself visit: www.i-cuff.com
i-Cuff comes in 3 sizes, DV, HD, & PRO depending on the camera you use. The smaller one is just $29.95 and the other 2 are $45, so there is literally no excuse not to get one if use viewfinders a lot.
You can check out more info and to order one yourself visit: www.i-cuff.com
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