Print This Page
Customers most agreed on the following attributes:
from Kansas City, MO on 9/27/2008
This really helps my old eyes to get a sharp picture. When I place my camera on the ground to take a picture it makes it so much easier to look at the subject.
from Houstonopolis on 9/24/2008
I used it on a D70. I found it a bit dim. The attachment to the camera is not as secure as a manufacture branded viewer because of the need for adapters. The diopter adjustment seemed to vary between 2.5X and 1X settings. Construction and optical quality seemed good. I don't know if the Nikon viewer is any better, but it just wasn't convenient to use.
from Vero Beach, FL on 9/4/2008
Great product for the price! Comes with lots of different camera adapters and a case. Fits perfectly on my Canon body.
from Santa Fe, New Mexico on 9/4/2008
Allows the Nikon D--80 to be almost as much fun as my Rolleiflex TLR.
from Boston, MA on 7/23/2008
I use it mainly for macro shots. Works great especially with the magnifying. I wish they made a magnifier without the 90 degree bend too! It's a little loose on the eye piece or I'd definitely give it 5/5.
from Simi Valley, CA & Lynnwood, WA on 7/11/2008
I had put off buying a right-angle viewer because of mixed reviews re: fit. But the Hoodman model comes with several adapters and the one for my Canon 40D fits snugly and is easy to install and take off. It works well at both 1x and 2.5x magnifications, though I have to adjust my diopter each time I use it and readjust it when I return to normal viewing. I no longer feel like a contortionist when I take low to the ground shots. I also like the swivel feature; it really is handy for portrait-oriented shots. Excellent product.
from Cartersville/Montecatini on 7/10/2008
I have only tried it a couple times, and it looks ok at the 2.5x setting, just barely gets in focus. It does crop corners at 2.5x but it's not too bad. Unfortunately I can not get a clear view at 1x, the camera adjustment did not compensate so it is extremely blurry, with or without my glasses. The 1x is also quite small. It needs focusing built in for my use. For awkward camera positions when you can't get a view, it is very handy and sometimes even indispensable. I am between Yes & No for a recommendation, it does work, but not like it should. (using it on a Nikon D200 & D300)
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Floral Pk. NY on 4/2/2008
As macro photography is my main endevor i find the this right angle finder indispensable, there are many situations such as getting close to the ground, where you would otherwise be in a contorted position , the Hoodman right angle finder when combined with a tripod and remote release is a tremendous asset i also do alot of table top maco work with a copy stand, the right angle finder puts you in a good position that keeps the work right in front of you, the 2x magnification is a tremendous aid in critical focusing.Keep up the good work
from Longwood, FL on 3/6/2008
Great quality construction. RAV case is a bit stiff and confining.
from Snellville GA on 2/21/2008
When you get to be an old fart it is hard to twist around to get the camera in a perfect spot for the perfect picture, especially doing macro photography. The Hoodman is perfect for enabling the physically challenged "mature photographer" to correctly position the camera.
from Adelaide, South Australia on 1/21/2008
The world is not all at 5'8"!This is a way to get DOWN!The ease of obtaining perspectives offered by this viewfinder is what it is all about. Very well made with bright adjustable optics - the Hoodman allows you to easily get a new birdseye, dogseye whatever view - get those sweeping perspectives with your fisheye from ground level, shoot around corners without ( almost ) being seen and get critical focus with the 2.5x magnifier. It should be included with any new camera purchase - remember the removable prisms of the Nikon F2? This is the next best thing
[0 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from tucson az on 9/27/2007
i have been trying to get a ood pic. from my spo ting scope,a hit or miss. i now have a real good way to use my D 70 ,nikon just now came out with the D3,and D300,but before that the hoodman right angle view finder willo work with all cameras,and really good for any one with eyes who have problems;this will really work and worth the small price....
Images shared by: sunwolf333
Tags: Made with Product
Tags: Made with Product
from Washington State on 9/26/2007
Great angle finder have tride Canons before and almost the same with extra adapters to fir more than 1 camera, greatest thing though almost half the price. Great for Macro, Nature and other low angle needs.
[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]
from Golden CO on 7/2/2007
I have taken lots of flower macro picture over athe years and until now have ended up laying in the dirt or other not flattering postions. This slip-on gadget solved the problem of not being able to see through the viewfinder while using a short tripod. It also swivels so you can take vertical shots. The only "con" is the adapter doesn't lock on, so it easily falls off when you disconnect from the camera. The set includes multiple adapters, but only one in each size. I would prefer to order the adapter separately.
Images shared by: Nurse Helen
Tags: Made with Product
from Minnesota on 2/12/2007
I was hoping/expecting that it would serve more like the monitor of the CP8800 or Olympus 330.
Much more difficult to use than I expected. But it is very well made and adaptable to many different cameras.
from McDonough, GA on 2/12/2007
Worked great with canon Rebel XT, but the viewfinder doesn't match up with olympus Evolt E-500.