Better viewfinder?

condor27596 · 05-02-2015, 06:31 PM

I would like a better one. I heard about the katzeye. They are not making now. Could not find any online.

It's for a k-5.

Thanks !

cardinal43 · 05-02-2015, 07:44 PM

If I remember correctly, there was a recent thread about a company purchasing katzeye. I'll see if I can remember where it is.

**jatrax** · 05-02-2015, 07:52 PM

Try Focusing Screen I got mine there.

Also you need to look for a "focusing screen" not a "viewfinder". Might be why an online search did not find what you wanted.

Adam · 05-02-2015, 07:53 PM

Originally posted by condor27596

I would like a better one. I heard about the katzeye. They are not making now. Could not find any online.

It's for a k-5.

Thanks !

Katzeye should be back in business soon if they aren't already. They announced that they would be re-opening the entire store.

Adam
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condor27596 · 05-02-2015, 08:31 PM

Thanks. $42 for the Pentax ML-60. It has great reviews. Should I get that or hold out x number of months for the katzeye? I don't even know what that one looks like.

Oldbayrunner · 05-03-2015, 04:18 AM

The Katz eye most seem to find useful for focusing with manual lenses, for which is the type most film cameras use. With having peak focusing, live view zoom available plus 100% view I personally don't find the need to go back to a split focus view screen. I did change to the ML 60 and find it very useful for composing and leveling my shots via the viewfinder.

MikeD · 05-03-2015, 05:19 AM

Katzeye has announced they will reopen the doors May 1 they have been purchased and intend to expand the line! hopefully the prices will come down a little I need one of there focus screens for my old eyes but they are pricey. Actually they are making a focus screen which used to be standard issue with SLRs my Olympus OM1n had one back in 1979!

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Dear Fellow Photographer,

Great News!! Recent negotiations have proved successful and I am pleased to announce that KatzEye™ Optics will be acquired by a premier manufacturer of microstructured optics. This strategic collaboration will leverage the best skills of both companies and will allow KatzEye™ Optics to continue to support the photographic community. We are so pleased that instead of having to close the doors, a way was found for KatzEye™ products to continue to be available, and even to expand the product line to more camera models. Exciting times!

Online ordering will be available very soon, as quickly as systems can be merged. We are currently targeting May 1st for our "grand re-opening". Our customer support will of course continue to be available throughout the transition. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us

Thank you for your patronage and your trust, and we look forward to continuing to be part of your photographic experience!

Warmest Regards,
The KatzEye™ Optics Team

condor27596 · 05-03-2015, 05:28 AM

Ok great thanks ! Katzeye " pricey" I assume that means $100. And the Pentax 60 works great for tired old eyes like mine at $42.

I will order this morning.

Oldbayrunner · 05-03-2015, 06:30 AM

Just be careful installing, view screens scratch easy. Use lint free or powder free gloves and work in a dust free area. It should come with an installation tool.

stevebrot · 05-03-2015, 09:27 AM

Originally posted by condor27596

Ok great thanks ! Katzeye " pricey" I assume that means $100. And the Pentax 60 works great for tired old eyes like mine at $42.

I will order this morning.

Just a small "heads-up"...the ML-60 is the same as the MF-60 that came with your camera except for addition of a 4x4 grid as an aid for composition.

Steve

condor27596 · 05-03-2015, 09:42 AM

I can use the lines. Maybe it turns out the katzeye is much much better. If it is I'll wait a while or get it when I upgrade down the line.

05-02-2015, 06:31 PM	#1
condor27596 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Posts: 870	Better viewfinder? I would like a better one. I heard about the katzeye. They are not making now. Could not find any online. It's for a k-5. Thanks !

05-03-2015, 09:27 AM	#10
stevebrot Otis Memorial Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Vancouver (USA) Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 42,007	Originally posted by condor27596 Ok great thanks ! Katzeye " pricey" I assume that means $100. And the Pentax 60 works great for tired old eyes like mine at $42. I will order this morning. Just a small "heads-up"...the ML-60 is the same as the MF-60 that came with your camera except for addition of a 4x4 grid as an aid for composition. Steve Last edited by stevebrot; 05-03-2015 at 09:35 AM.

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cardinal43 Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Virginia Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,412	If I remember correctly, there was a recent thread about a company purchasing katzeye. I'll see if I can remember where it is.

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jatrax Site Supporter Join Date: May 2010 Location: Washington Cascades Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 12,991	Try Focusing Screen I got mine there. Also you need to look for a "focusing screen" not a "viewfinder". Might be why an online search did not find what you wanted.

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Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,595	Originally posted by condor27596 I would like a better one. I heard about the katzeye. They are not making now. Could not find any online. It's for a k-5. Thanks ! Katzeye should be back in business soon if they aren't already. They announced that they would be re-opening the entire store. 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:

05-02-2015, 08:31 PM	#5
condor27596 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Posts: 870 Original Poster	Thanks. $42 for the Pentax ML-60. It has great reviews. Should I get that or hold out x number of months for the katzeye? I don't even know what that one looks like.

05-03-2015, 04:18 AM	#6
Oldbayrunner Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 1,665	The Katz eye most seem to find useful for focusing with manual lenses, for which is the type most film cameras use. With having peak focusing, live view zoom available plus 100% view I personally don't find the need to go back to a split focus view screen. I did change to the ML 60 and find it very useful for composing and leveling my shots via the viewfinder.

05-03-2015, 05:19 AM	#7
MikeD Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: traverse city MI Posts: 346	Katzeye has announced they will reopen the doors May 1 they have been purchased and intend to expand the line! hopefully the prices will come down a little I need one of there focus screens for my old eyes but they are pricey. Actually they are making a focus screen which used to be standard issue with SLRs my Olympus OM1n had one back in 1979! home \| shopping cart \| checkout \| order tracking KatzEye™ Optics SecurityMetrics for PCI Compliance, QSA, IDS, Penetration Testing, Forensics, and Vulnerability Assessment KatzEye™ Focusing Screens Available Again Soon! Dear Fellow Photographer, Great News!! Recent negotiations have proved successful and I am pleased to announce that KatzEye™ Optics will be acquired by a premier manufacturer of microstructured optics. This strategic collaboration will leverage the best skills of both companies and will allow KatzEye™ Optics to continue to support the photographic community. We are so pleased that instead of having to close the doors, a way was found for KatzEye™ products to continue to be available, and even to expand the product line to more camera models. Exciting times! Online ordering will be available very soon, as quickly as systems can be merged. We are currently targeting May 1st for our "grand re-opening". Our customer support will of course continue to be available throughout the transition. If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us Thank you for your patronage and your trust, and we look forward to continuing to be part of your photographic experience! Warmest Regards, The KatzEye™ Optics Team

05-03-2015, 05:28 AM	#8
condor27596 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Posts: 870 Original Poster	Ok great thanks ! Katzeye " pricey" I assume that means $100. And the Pentax 60 works great for tired old eyes like mine at $42. I will order this morning.

05-03-2015, 06:30 AM	#9
Oldbayrunner Pentaxian Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 1,665	Just be careful installing, view screens scratch easy. Use lint free or powder free gloves and work in a dust free area. It should come with an installation tool.

05-03-2015, 09:42 AM	#11
condor27596 Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Raleigh, NC, USA Posts: 870 Original Poster	I can use the lines. Maybe it turns out the katzeye is much much better. If it is I'll wait a while or get it when I upgrade down the line.