Cinevate Cyclops DSLR Viewfinder
Product Code: ccdslr

Using precision molded fibre-reinforced composite, the Cyclops sled starts out as a highly engineered foundation for nearly limitless rigging options. The impressive 72mm optic uses several exotic glass elements that are optically bonded, then fully coated for maximum brightness. The optic can be quickly removed and attached to the front of your camera via its 72mm threads. The result is a +5 power macro with resolution to match even full size HDSLR sensors. If you're looking to capture detail like the compound eye elements of a spider, you'll want to try this macro out front! If it's that good out front of your camera, imagine how razor sharp it is out back. Fully adjustable (3 axis) to accommodate even larger cameras like the Nikon D3s and Canon 1D MkIV, the finder does not attach in any way to your LCD. No velcro, sticky tape or elastics!

Its size is 20cm (8") long, 14cm (5.5") at its widest and 7.5 (3") high. Why is Cyclops as large as it is? The answer is immediately obvious when using the finder. Rather than having one eye "locked" to the viewfinder, a shooter can achieve critical focus from as far away as 36" from the camera! Both eyes can be used to frame/focus and there is no need to remove eye-glasses. Unlike typical viewfinders, you might look at Cyclops as an alternative to a monitor as a director and shooter can view images at the same time while using Cyclops! Future proofing (and we know camera LCDs are getting bigger!) is achieved by using interchangeable front/rear hood elements.

Note that for Canon 7D and T2i (which have lower LCD screens) we provide a special shim to raise the Cyclops to optimum height. So when ordering the Cyclops for any of these cameras, be sure to include a brief note in the comments box pointing it out and the shim will be included.

Also note that the sled option is not recommended on any camera with flip-out LCD screens like the 60D or GH1.

Recipient of 3 innovation awards over the last 2 years, Cinevate is not content to follow the crowd. We're pretty sure you'll agree with our philosophy once Cyclops has changed your view on LCD enhancements!

Sample image taken with Cyclops optic. Camera used was Canon 7D with 18-135mm kit lens using Cinevate Cyclops HD optic mounted via 72mm threads.

- Cyclops is ready for it's closeup and the boys at Imaginarium deliver it in style.

- Cinevate President Dennis Wood covers mounting the camera and frequently asked questions for both the articulating and sled mounted Cyclops.

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