I am looking for a good Hoodeye/LCD viewfinder to do video with the D800, any recommendation for a custom build unit (no a generic one) to perfectly fit the rear LCD on the D800 ?, thanks

Bernard

D800E
28-300, 24-120, 105 Micro, 85G, 50G, 28G
SB-910

I have the Hoodman unit that is nominally for a 3" screen, but it covers the 3.2" screen of the D800 without a problem. I hold it up to the back of the camera with the plastic cover in place and can see what I need to see. I don't do video, so I'm not sure if the hand-held approach would work for you, but I think there is a mounting bracket that can be purchased.

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I sent back my HoodEye.
I like the CaVision magnifying version much better.

However a Camax H056 HDMI external monitor is better yet.

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>I sent back my HoodEye.
>I like the CaVision magnifying version much better.
>
>However a Camax H056 HDMI external monitor is better yet.

what model of the CaVision?, thanks

Bernard

D800E
28-300, 24-120, 105 Micro, 85G, 50G, 28G
SB-910

>what model of the CaVision?, thanks
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I have an old one (MHE52C2) that was made for the 5D2.
I had to modify it with a TriPod plate to fit my D7000,
but it fits the D800 as is.
You can attach a large rubber band to keep it tight or use as is with the hinge that allows you to swing away from LCD when/if needed.

I would contact them to ask if they have anything new that works even better.

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Are you looking for something to walk-around outside (especially in bright sunlight)?
This is it!
But on a TriPod, I repeat, the Camax H056 Monitor is much better.

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I have the Hoodman and as stated earlier it pretty much covers the whole screen, I sometimes have to "look" around to see all info. I use rubber bands to hold it in place. I was an early cheerleader for this product on this forum... but honestly it sits in the camera bag way more than on my camera. I am shooting more and more video and I now would not recommend it. Looking at the CAMAX myself.

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