American manufacturer Zacuto has just introduced their Z-Finder solution for the Sony PXW-Z300. This solution mounts directly to the camera’s swivel LCD via a mounting bracket, providing 2.5x magnification with adjustable diopters. So, let’s take a closer look at it! The Sony PXW-Z300 camcorder was announced a week ago, and it is a competent camera that features a 1/2-inch back-illuminated 4K 3-CMOS Exmor R sensor, 4K60P internal recording capabilities, a 17x zoom, an Electronic Variable ND filter, and a 3.5-inch high-brightness LCD monitor, among other notable features. However, the camera surprisingly doesn’t have a built-in EVF, which is relatively rare for such a camcorder. To address this issue, Zacuto unveiled their Z-Finder solution, specifically designed for the Sony PXW-Z300. The Zacuto Z-Finder for the Sony PXW-Z300. Image credit: Zacuto Zacuto Z-Finder for the Sony PXW-Z300 – features While the PXW-Z300 features a high-brightness built-in 3.5″ monitor, you all know the struggle of using a camera under bright sun. Additionally, a viewfinder creates a third point of contact with your body, helping to stabilize your footage. The Z-Finder for the Sony PXW-Z300 consists of two parts: a mounting bracket and the 2.5x loupe. Let’s start with the bracket that attaches directly to the camera’s flexible LCD arm. This LCD arm has three-axis movement, so the Zacuto bracket will “lock” two of the axes and mechanically strengthen the arm. Also, the locking disk on the right side of the LCD bracket creates a locking capability for Sony’s viewfinder support arm. The bracket features...
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