URSA EVF - Zoom positioning

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macfawlty

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URSA EVF - Zoom positioning

PostWed Mar 20, 2019 7:03 pm

Using the Zoom function on the EVF, is there any way to adjust the viewing area? I need to set focus on the eyes, not the cleavage.
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Re: URSA EVF - Zoom positioning

PostWed Mar 20, 2019 8:49 pm

As far as I know, using the zoom function button on the BMVF will always do a centre zoom. If you just wanted to check focus, you could tilt that camera up; but if you want to follow as you’re shooting that won’t help. Would be a neat enhancement to adjust the centre of the zoom to any location, perhaps setting the desired centre by double tapping the monitor and having the BMVF use that location.

(I hope that is not the current situation since I haven’t tried it!)


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Re: URSA EVF - Zoom positioning

PostWed Mar 20, 2019 9:27 pm

Nice idea Rick!
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Re: URSA EVF - Zoom positioning

PostTue Apr 09, 2019 5:21 pm

Thanks for the responses, apologies for the delay.

I use the heck out of the flexible spot in my DSLRs. On a tripod for a long interview, I DON'T want to tilt or pan my camera and lose my lock down composition. The subjects (people) are always shifting around and I gotta be able to check a tight focus. Peaking isn't 100 percent reliable. I wish my Sachtler had gear markings I could line up. I'm thinking grease pencil may be the best option.

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