Z-Finder Pro 2.5x

#565

Z-Finder Pro 2.5x

The Z-Finder Pro 2.5x is another one of Zacuto’s Optical Viewfinders that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It offers 2.5x focusable magnification (3x is available),a 40mm diameter Zacuto optical designed lens, an anti-fog coating protective cover, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, a diopter and a field of view perfectly matched to 3” LCD screens. The diopter allows you to dial in the focus to match your eye. If you need extra focal point you can use the Z-Finder Extender Frames. The Z-Finder Pro 2.5x has a diopter range of -4.75 and up (unlimited with extender frames). These are semi-permanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the Z-Finder Pro and extend the Z-Finder glass further way from the LCD screen for people who are farsighted.

This frame is not compatible with the D800, D4, 1DX, or 5D Mark III. We will have frames for these cameras in mid May 2012

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Our price: $395.00

#576

Striker

The Striker is light and easy to handle. It has three points of contact by having one hand on the handgrip, the gunstock in your chest and your focusing hand on the lens. The entire kit is infinitely adjustable and now made with all black rods! You can add a fourth point of contact by adding one of our Z-Finders to the kit.

The Zacuto Gorilla plate attaches to the bottom of your camera using the standard tripod screw hole. The Gorilla plate has a 15mm hole in the bottom which allows you to attach the main rod for the Striker rig. The rig can be freed from the Gorilla plate by flipping the red lever. A tripod plate can be installed on the Gorilla plate for quickly moving from handheld to tripod.

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Our price: $855.00

#575

Fast Draw

The Fast Draw is a shoulder mounted handheld system that uses our DSLR baseplate. It comes with all black rods. This kit works on any DSLR camera with or without battery grips as it is infinitely adjustable in height. The baseplate attaches to your tripod plate using the standard tripod plate screws, (2) ¼ 20” and (1) 3/8 16”. Your camera can also be quickly released from the rig by turning the red knob then pulling up on your camera. The camera quick release plate stays mounted to your camera so you can quickly switch between using the camera as part of a rig or on its own. You can easily add the optional Z-Finder Pro by attaching the Z-Finder Mounting Frame (included with the Z-Finder Pro) to the camera quick release plate using two thumb screws.

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Our price: $1,472.50

#574

Cross Fire

The Cross Fire is a unique kit as it is the Single Action kit and Striker kit combined. It comes with all block rods. The Cross Fire uses the expandable DSLR baseplate so this kit can easily be upgraded from a simple point of contact kit like the Striker Kit to a full shoulder mounted system like the Fast Draw. This kit works on any DSLR camera with or without battery grips as it is infinitely adjustable in height. The baseplate attaches to your tripod plate using the standard tripod plate screws, (2) ¼ 20” and (1) 3/8 16”. Your camera can also be quickly released from the rig by turning the red knob then pulling up on your camera. The camera quick release plate stays mounted to your camera so you can quickly switch between using the camera as part of a rig or on its own. You can easily add the optional Z-Finder Pro, DSLR optical viewfinder, by attaching the Z-Finder Mounting Frame (included with the Z-Finder Pro) to the camera quick release plate using two thumb screws.

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Our price: $2,256.25

#564

Z-Finder Jr.

The Z-Finder Jr. is one of Zacuto’s Optical Viewfinders that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It offers 2.5x focusable magnification, a 40mm diameter Zacuto optical designed lens, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, and a field of view perfectly matched to 3” LCD screens. The Z-Finder Jr. does not have a diopter instead it uses Z-Finder Extender Frames to adjust the focal point. The Z-Finder Extender Frames attach to the skirt of the Z-Finder Jr. and allow you to semi-permanently stack the frames until the LCD screen is in focus for you. The Z-Finder Jr. uses a mounting bracket that must be sandwiched in between a tripod plate and the camera. The bracket mounts to the ¼ 20” screw on your tripod plate and the actual Jr. is held in place with pressure from the fork of the bracket it sits in. You also have the option to mount the Z-Finder Jr. using the Z-Finder Mounting Frame (snap fit adhesive mounting frame) which is also included.

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Our price: $265.00

#577

Target Shooter

The Target Shooter is our lightest kit. It has three points of contact by having both hands on the camera and the gunstock in your chest. The entire kit is infinitely adjustable and made with all black rods! You can add a fourth point of contact by adding one of our Z-Finders to the kit.

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Our price: $475.00

#566

Z-Finder Pro 3x

The Z-Finder Pro 3x is another one of Zacuto’s Optical Viewfinders that allows DSLR cameras to have the correct form factor for video. It offers 3x focusable magnification (2.5x is available),a 40mm diameter Zacuto optical designed lens, an anti-fog coating protective cover, an eyecup preventing extraneous light leakage, a diopter and a field of view perfectly matched to 3” LCD screens. The diopter allows you to dial in the focus to match your eye. If you need extra focal point you can use the Z-Finder Extender Frames. The Z-Finder Pro 3x has a diopter range of -2.75 and up (unlimited with extender frames). These are semi-permanently stackable frames that attach to the skirt of the Z-Finder Pro and extend the Z-Finder glass further way from the LCD screen for people who are farsighted. This frame is not compatible with the D800, D4, 1DX, or 5D Mark III. We will have frames for these cameras mid May 2012

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Our price: $395.00

#567

Gorilla Plate

The Gorilla Plate is used in both of our Gorilla Kits (Striker and Target Shooter) and must be used with the Z-Finder Pro. The Z-Finder V2 will also work with this plate! You must also purchase a frame to mount your V2 onto the Gorilla Plate. The Gorilla plate attaches to your camera using the standard tripod screw hole. You can also mount your tripod plate underneath the Gorilla plate so you can quickly go from handheld to tripod use. For mounting the Gorilla plate to the tripod, it has (2) ¼ 20” screw holes and a locking pin hole. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla plate using two thumb screws. The thumb screws and slider are not included with the Gorilla Plate; they are included with the Z-Finder Frames. The frame can be removed by loosening the thumb screws and pulling up on the frame.

Our price: $69.00

#584

From Still to Motion: A Photographer's guide to creating video with your DSLR

From Still to Motion is a all around guide to shooting video with your DSLR. Professional photographers are evolving and adding video to their list of offerings to clients. Driving the evolution is the need for competitive advantage and creative exploration. With the addition of high definition video capabilities to the latest batch of DSLR cameras, photographers have a convenient and familiar tool to fully embrace the new world of video. But video is very different than photography, with new challenges and technology to master.

Our price: $42.00

#563

Z-Finder Extender Frames

The Z-Finder Extender Frames allow you to further adjust the focal point of the Z-Finder by semi-permanently stacking the frames via a snap fit on to the skirt of the Z-Finder until the LCD screen is in focus for you. This is primarily for people who are farsighted or who wear reading glasses. This item includes 4 extender frames; all 4 extender frames will not be needed for everyone. It is best to test how many frames you need by stacking one at a time until the LCD is in focus for you. In order for the Extender Frames to lock properly, a new skirt is needed on the Z-Finder.

If you ordered your Z-Finder prior to Jan. 25th 2010 and you are looking to get the extender frames, please contact sales@zacuto.com

Our price: $12.00

#572

DSLR Baseplate

Your Zacuto DSLR Base Plate is a highly configurable base plate which is adjustable to accommodate tall and short body cameras and cameras with battery grips. It also has mounting points to attach just about anything. It comes with 2 black 3.5" rods.

The DSLR Base Plate can accommodate 15mm rods on all 4 sides. On the front are 2 levels for rods. The top is for mounting follow focuses, matte boxes, zoom/focus motors and lens support if space allows. The bottom rods are primarily used for lens support and single or double hand grips. These rods can be locked via allen screw so as to not come loose if using only one side for a single hand grip. The rear rod holes are for rod extensions to support battery power, wireless plates, monitors and numerous other accessories that you may need when in a tripod configuration. The rod holes on the left and right sides are for mounting the gunstock and the offset shoulder pad and counterweight for hand held use. Also mounted on these side rods can be a top handle, monitor arms and the cage which would use both sides at the same time.

On the bottom of the DSLR Base plate are your standard ¼ 20 and 3/8 16 mounting holes for tripods, mono pods, steadicams, etc. The top plate is a quick release plate that with a twist of the red knob lifts straight up and off separating your DSLR with the Z-finder attached, from the rest of your rig. The red knob also gives you left/right movement to adjust the lens position. On the front of the base plate between the rods are 2 allen screws that are used to adjust the top plate vertically. The vertical adjustment is to adjust for different camera body sizes and maintain the proper lens height.

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Our price: $420.00

#571

Z-Finder Storage Case

The Z-Finder Storage Case is compatible with all Z-Finder models. It is a black bag with an embroidered Zacuto logo. It closes using Velcro. It can also attach to a belt to wear around your waist. This bag is sure to keep your Z-Finder clean and safe in your camera bags. The dimensions are: 8x5x4 inches.

Our price: $23.00

#570

Z-Finder 3" Mounting Frame for Tall DSLR Bodies

The Z-Finder Aircraft Aluminum Frame must be used in conjunction with the Gorilla plate. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla plate with two thumb screws; the Gorilla plate is attached to the bottom of your camera. The frame has a rubber coating on the end which stays against the LCD screen with pressure.. The connection between the Z-Finder and frame is a snap fit. The Z-Finder snaps into the frame and can quickly snap off for going between video and photos. To release the frame from your camera, you must un-do the thumb screws and slide the frame off. This frame is used on the taller body cameras such as the Canon 1D Mark IV and Nikon D3s with 3" screens. This frame is not compatible with the D800, D4, 1DX, or 5D Mark III. We will have frames for these cameras in mid May 2012.

Our price: $95.00

#569

Z-Finder 3" Mounting Frame for Small DSLR Bodies with Battery Grips

The Z-Finder Aircraft Aluminum Frame must be used in conjunction with the Gorilla plate. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla plate with two thumb screws; the Gorilla plate is attached to the bottom of your camera. The frame has a rubber coating on the end which stays against the LCD screen with pressure. The connection between the Z-Finder and frame is a snap fit. The Z-Finder snaps into the frame and can quickly snap off for going between video and photos. To release the frame from your camera, you must un-do the thumb screws and slide the frame off.

Please Note: This frame DOES NOT WORK with 3rd party battery grips.

Our price: $120.00

#568

Z-Finder 3" Mounting Frame for Small DSLR Bodies

The Z-Finder Aircraft Aluminum Frame must be used in conjunction with the Gorilla plate. The Z-Finder frame attaches to the Gorilla plate with two thumb screws; the Gorilla plate is attached to the bottom of your camera. The frame has a rubber coating on the end which stays against the LCD screen with pressure. The connection between the Z-Finder and frame is a snap fit. The Z-Finder snaps into the frame and can quickly snap off for going between video and photos. To release the frame from your camera, you must un-do the thumb screws and slide the frame off. This frame is used on the small body cameras with 3" screens and no battery grips such as the Canon 5D Mark II, Canon 7D, Canon 550D Canon 60D, Nikon D90, Nikon D300, D7000 and other cameras of the same size. This frame is not compatible with the D800, D4, 1DX, or 5D Mark III. We will have frames for these cameras in mid May 2012.

Our price: $50.00

#542

Clarity Fog Eliminator-3 Pack

The Clarity Fog Eliminator dry towelettes are effective in preventing eyepiece fogging.

Breakthrough DRY anti-fog formula beats the others cold. Perfect for all outdoor sports. Who wants to be slowed down by fogged lenses? Clarity Fog Eliminator is the convenient, effective way to eliminate fogging due to cold temperatures and moist or high-humidity conditions.

Easy to use...fits in pocket, backpack or sports bag. Just wipe the dry cloth over the lens. No sloppy sprays or goop. Multiple applications from each cloth. Three times the anti-fog protection in a reclosable vinyl pouch.

Recommended for Zacuto Z-Finder Jr.

Our price: $4.99

#589

Gorilla Plate Adapter

The Gorilla Plate Adapter centers the tripod holes on the bottom of the gorilla plate. The Gorilla Plate Adapter is used in conjunction with the Zacuto Gorilla Plate. The Gorilla Plate adapter is needed to center the lens and camera between the rods if you are using a Z-Finder Pro with another manufacturer's rod support system supporting follow focuses and matte boxes.

Note: A height adjustable matte box is needed if using a matte box with the Gorilla plate on another manufactures plate system unless their plate system is height adjustable like the Zacuto DSLR Baseplate.

The Gorilla Plate Adapter comes with a longer 1/4 20" screw that will replace the smaller 1/4 20" screw that comes with the Gorilla Plate. You will need to take your screw out and use the longer one provided with the adapter to attach your camera to the plate.

Our price: $17.50

#594

Anti-Fog Protective Covers (Pack of 3)

The anti-fog protective covers offer anti-fog and protection for your Z-Finder Pro and V2 lens. These covers are expendable* as customers may lose, scratch or damage these covers over time. They are meant to give you anti-fog and to help protect the actual lens on the Z-Finder. If your Z-Finder Pro and V2 did not ship with the anti-fog protective covers then you will need the Anti-Fog Protective Cover Upgrade Kit (pack of 3 with lens cap and eyecup) in order for them to work as the lens cap is slightly different than the one you have now.

*expendable items are only warranted for out of box manufacturer defects.

Our price: $12.00

#615

Bluestar Eyepiece Chamois

This Bluestar chamois eye cushion in Oval Large microfiber synthetic leather is the perfect add on to any of the viewfinders in the Z-Finder line. The chamois is wheel-buffed to downy softness, making it the best thing to wear against your own skin. It is non-irritating, non-allergenic and fragrance-free.

Available only in Oval Large Red for the Z-Finder line.

Our price: $5.45

#617

Shoot Great Video with Your Canon DSLR Camera

Blue Crane's "Shoot Great Video with Your Canon DSLR Camera" is a 77 minute long presentation that addresses the challenges still photographers face when using their new Canon DSLR to capture and produce video.

This DVD isn’t about camera controls alone. Whether a photographer is using a 1D Mark IV, a 7D, a T2i, or any other DSLR model that captures video, a Canon shooter will come away with an understanding of the tools, accessories, and techniques that will make the finished video better.

Our price: $25.50

#626

EVF Snap

The Zacuto EVF is a 3.2” high resolution monitor that is used in conjunction with all the Z-Finder models. The EVF is compatible with all cameras that have an HDMI output including the Panasonic AF-100, Sony F3, RED ONE, RED Scarlet and RED Epic. The EVF allows you to operate the DSLR camera or any camera with an HDMI port, with the correct form factor for video with the camera "in-line" to your rod system (the most stable way) and your eye in the Z-Finder offset. This is the way all film cameras and ENG video cameras were operated and we, at Zacuto, believe this should be the way DSLR cameras should be operated. It will enhance the stability, give you better resolution, allow you to get your eye where it most comfortably needs to be, enable low mode shooting, shorten your camera package, have your EVF in the back of a dolly or crane, detached from the rig for car shots and more.

The EVF snap is our standard EVF that has the Zacuto Z-Finder Frame built into the unit. The Z-Finder Pro or Jr. snap on and off of the monitor. You can use the EVF as a small on-board monitor or as an EVF alone.

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Our price: $675.00

#627

EVF Flip

The Zacuto EVF is a 3.2” high resolution monitor that is used in conjunction with all the Z-Finder models. The EVF is compatible with all cameras that have an HDMI output including the Panasonic AF-100, Sony F3, RED ONE, RED Scarlet and RED Epic. The EVF allows you to operate the DSLR camera or any camera with an HDMI port, with the correct form factor for video with the camera "in-line" to your rod system (the most stable way) and your eye in the Z-Finder offset. This is the way all film cameras and ENG video cameras were operated and we, at Zacuto, believe this should be the way DSLR cameras should be operated. It will enhance the stability, give you better resolution, allow you to get your eye where it most comfortably needs to be, enable low mode shooting, shorten your camera package, have your EVF in the back of a dolly or crane, detached from the rig for car shots and more.

The EVF Flip has a Z-Finder frame built into the unit that can be flipped open to 180 degrees. You can also pop off the Z-Finder and use the EVF as a monitor similar to the EVF Snap. You can use the Z-Finder Pro or Jr. on this model as well. This is essential when working handheld with a producer or director so that you can show them the shot without having to have them get their eye in the viewfinder. You just flip up and they can see the shot!

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Our price: $775.00