Canon HV40 Viewfinder Does anyone know if this camcorder has an expendable or tilting view finder unlike the HV30 which was fixed??
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The VIEWFINDER (unlike the rotating screen on the left side) is not retractable, in other words, yes, it is in a fixed position.
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The LCD screen flips out and can be rotated 180 degrees all the way around, so you can aim the camera at yourself and see what you're filming.
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I am not familiar enough yet with the camera to be able to tell you anything much about it. It has a zoom lens which I find helpful, and the only thing I know about it is that you see the subject your want to take a picture of through the large square in the back of it, point and shoot. But as far as I know, only the more expensive camera's would have a view finder on them, but I am not an authority on it. Hope this helps.
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I think you meant to post this on the Canon Vixia HF200 camcorder. The Vixia HF20 is still showing $624.99
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Look closely at the picture of the view finder. You'll notice a tripod size screw in a metal plate. The slots cut in the metal are for adjustment forward, back and side to side. I use one on my Canon t3i and it's excellent. It's easy to mount and you can fit it to cover the entire screen which makes the screen your view finder for video and easy to see and and use. I've been using mine for several months with excellent results. Remember also it's always best to use manual focus with video along with an VR lens. Good luck
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No. I personally checked the camcorder and checked the owner's manual and could not find one.
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The VIXIA HF M41 has the separate viewfinder as well as an LCD screen. The VIXIA HF M40 does not have a physical optical viewfinder - it has only an LCD screen.
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The viewfinder does not work unless it is snuggly and properly mounted, i.e. screwed into the connector on the camera. However I suggest user exercise care with camera when one is mounted.
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Yes, both the A1200 & the A1300 have viewfinders. In bright sunshine or snow this is a huge benefit. I have one & have given four as gifts.
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It has an EVF (Electronic ViewFinder), not an OVF (Optical ViewFinder). The EVF is a small LCD screen where the OVF would be on a dslr.
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My camera wasn't grey market. It was Nikon USA. Still having troubles with viewfinder focus. Camera is being repaired for the 3rd time. I have a feeling it still won't work properly.
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Well, I did not like to spend so much money on the GoPro than I bought the Intova. It was nice and I was happy with it. But I have just got a Sony Action Cam 15. I did not use it yet and I know it does not have a lcd screen.
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I use the HV10 and the Ikelite housing. Have shot some 30+ tapes on 60 some dives with it so far with no problems. Deepest dive has been to 175ft. With ok light and visibility the video comes out like HD programming on TV. I wish the white balance control was a little easier to operate but that is a unique control so I understand that it in a "land" camcorder it is where it is. The BP315 battery lasts for 2 one hour dives and recording of a full one hour tape. I.e. the camera is on for 2 hours and records for one of those hours. So that is a enough to keep the camera in the housing for my whole dive trip and no risk for water damage by having to open the housing in a wet environment. For anyone who gets the Ikelite/HV10 combo also get the wide angel adapter and the dome port so you get a resonable wide angel to shot with underwater. --Anders
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Yes I picked it up yesterday. Black only. Best Buy at Willowbrook in Houston. Went to BB site, searched for cam, and it gives list of local stores. Sunday there two store, Monday just one, but I have cam in hand. Haven't had chance to play with it yet, tonight is the night. Few quick obs, don't like that battery has to be charged in camera, so had to purchase charger, no case at all. At first glance I don't see a lot pof capability for aperture or shutter priority, but it may be in a menu screen somewhere. Will report back after trip this weekend.
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Yes, the VF2 works great on my EPL-1, also. Even tho' finder doesn't have a locking device, it fits snugly enough where it will never fall off, unless you purposely want to push or knock it off, intentionally. I am very happy I chose the VF2 over the VF3. BTW, fantastic tilting viewfinder - 90 degrees - so you can shoot at waist-level. However, one has to put the eye right up to the finder
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Hi Allington, Sony HVRA1U Camcorder is a professional product and your question can be answered accurately if you send your inquiry to bis.product.support@am.sony.com, provide them with your contact details and your concern. Thanks. -Vincent
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It is fixed. I have had only a few instances where a tilting screen would have been helpful. It would have been nice during self family portraits. I love the camera though!
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The L830 does not have a view finder, only the display screen. I'm not sure how to describe the life of the AA batteries but they are lasting much longer than I expected. I used the camera a lot for pictures and videos for the first month that I had it and the same batteries are still OK.