Pentax K-5 electronic viewfinder ?

PedroCosta · 05-03-2013, 04:14 PM

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My friends.
Is it possible to tell me if is possible to include any electronic viewfinder on Pentax K-5 ?
Thank you.

Adam · 05-03-2013, 04:23 PM

No, unless you want to count those stupid things that attach to the back of the lcd, or video out tv screens

PedroCosta · 05-03-2013, 04:35 PM

Originally posted by Adam

No, unless you want to count those stupid things that attach to the back of the lcd, or video out tv screens

No my friend. I really don't like to use the lcd. I simply ask because with a electronic viewfinder it's more easy to photograph. We can exactly see if is to much light or not exactly how is seen on lcd and the only lens i have is Tamron 18-200 - 3.5/6.3 and i really need a new 1 good enough without so much aberration and a week sharpness.

Adam · 05-03-2013, 04:43 PM

An accessory such as this one will replicate the LCD output inside a dedicated viewfinder, but IMO it's not a true EVF. And look at how clumsy it is!

Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro (3.2") Z-FIND-EVFP B&H Photo Video

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rawr · 05-03-2013, 11:58 PM

Originally posted by PedroCosta

the only lens i have is Tamron 18-200 - 3.5/6.3 and i really need a new 1 good enough without so much aberration and a week sharpness.

I have that lens. An alternative way to solve this problem may be to get something like DxO Optics Pro software. It has a lens module for the Tamron 18-200 that can correct a lot of the problems you have outlined with that lens.

Otherwise things like the Lilliput field monitors may be useful to you. They aren't electronic viewfinders per se, but they will certainly make it easier for you to see what you are shooting...

RonHendriks1966 · 05-04-2013, 01:02 AM

You can also use a field monitor with the hdmi port.

Driline · 05-04-2013, 08:56 AM

Originally posted by Adam

An accessory such as this one will replicate the LCD output inside a dedicated viewfinder, but IMO it's not a true EVF. And look at how clumsy it is!

Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro (3.2") Z-FIND-EVFP B&H Photo Video

And look what you'll have to put up with it if you do buy it. The stares...the laughs.....the finger pointing from passerby's.........Oh....the Humanity.

Howdy · 05-04-2013, 10:08 AM

Originally posted by Adam

No, unless you want to count those stupid things that attach to the back of the lcd, or video out tv screens

Adam, I hope you are not talking about the LCD loupes (something like this). This is one of the best things I've bought for my Pentax K7! It's perfect for focusing manual lenses (e.g. the excellent Takumar 50mm f/1.4), but rather useless for anything else

. Yes, this rear-mounted monstrosity falls off very easily, looks stupid and makes the camera much more difficult to handle but... it just WORKS.

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05-03-2013, 04:35 PM	#3
PedroCosta Forum Member Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Braga, Portugal Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 69 Original Poster	Originally posted by Adam No, unless you want to count those stupid things that attach to the back of the lcd, or video out tv screens No my friend. I really don't like to use the lcd. I simply ask because with a electronic viewfinder it's more easy to photograph. We can exactly see if is to much light or not exactly how is seen on lcd and the only lens i have is Tamron 18-200 - 3.5/6.3 and i really need a new 1 good enough without so much aberration and a week sharpness.

05-03-2013, 04:43 PM	#4
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,594	An accessory such as this one will replicate the LCD output inside a dedicated viewfinder, but IMO it's not a true EVF. And look at how clumsy it is! Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro (3.2") Z-FIND-EVFP B&H Photo Video Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

05-03-2013, 11:58 PM	#5
rawr Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 11,913	Originally posted by PedroCosta the only lens i have is Tamron 18-200 - 3.5/6.3 and i really need a new 1 good enough without so much aberration and a week sharpness. I have that lens. An alternative way to solve this problem may be to get something like DxO Optics Pro software. It has a lens module for the Tamron 18-200 that can correct a lot of the problems you have outlined with that lens. Otherwise things like the Lilliput field monitors may be useful to you. They aren't electronic viewfinders per se, but they will certainly make it easier for you to see what you are shooting...

05-04-2013, 01:02 AM	#6
RonHendriks1966 Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Photos: Gallery Posts: 9,675	You can also use a field monitor with the hdmi port.

05-04-2013, 08:56 AM	#7
Driline Pentaxian Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: IOWA Where the Tall Corn Grows Photos: Gallery Posts: 3,695	Originally posted by Adam An accessory such as this one will replicate the LCD output inside a dedicated viewfinder, but IMO it's not a true EVF. And look at how clumsy it is! Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro (3.2") Z-FIND-EVFP B&H Photo Video And look what you'll have to put up with it if you do buy it. The stares...the laughs.....the finger pointing from passerby's.........Oh....the Humanity.

05-04-2013, 10:08 AM	#8
Howdy Forum Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Poland Posts: 86	Originally posted by Adam No, unless you want to count those stupid things that attach to the back of the lcd, or video out tv screens Adam, I hope you are not talking about the LCD loupes (something like this). This is one of the best things I've bought for my Pentax K7! It's perfect for focusing manual lenses (e.g. the excellent Takumar 50mm f/1.4), but rather useless for anything else . Yes, this rear-mounted monstrosity falls off very easily, looks stupid and makes the camera much more difficult to handle but... it just WORKS.

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