Is there a Pentax magnifying loupe for the 645D?

Newmoon · 04-09-2012, 10:24 AM

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I think the answer is probably 'no', but I'll ask just in case.
Is there something similar to the Pentax O- ME53 which can be used to up the magnification through the viewfinder please?

Whilst asking a question, is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? Whilst not wanting to appear too precious, I've managed to mark the screen on a previous DSLR and would prefer not to d it on this screen!

Thanks.

vladimiroltean · 04-09-2012, 10:48 AM

Originally posted by Newmoon

is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down?

I've used the second method for my K-x - bought some large cheap 4.5" LCD plastic protector sheets, measured my screen, marked some points and drew some lines, then I trimmed it down to size with a ruler and a cutter. Just beware - some LCD protectors, like mine, are so cheap, that they actually look bad on the screen, and scratch easily and ugly. I can't exactly tell you which is which, but pay attention when choosing one. Also it's better to cut the protector a little smaller than needed rather than bigger, because dust can get inside from the corners and it will come off very soon.

Newmoon · 04-09-2012, 10:54 AM

That's useful info, thank you.
I have a non reflective protector on my phone, so may try similar for the camera LCD.

atlnq9 · 04-09-2012, 12:19 PM

I am under the impression that the eye piece threading is the same on the 645D as the 645N's... But somebody else will have to confirm that????

They made one for the film bodies. See the link to ebay for what it looks like. Should be convenient as it folds up out of the way after gaining focus. Finding a decent price one may be hard though...

GENUINE Pentax 645 Eyepiece Magnifier with Case 38435 | eBay

Yamanobori · 04-09-2012, 01:04 PM

The eyepiece magnifier will work on the 645D. I was thinking of getting one, but I have had no problems manually focusing my camera. The 645 Refconverter right-angle viewfinder attachment works as well--I did buy one of those and it can be a great help when the camera is in an awkward position.

Newmoon · 04-09-2012, 01:52 PM

That's useful to know, thank you, though it will be of theoretical rather than practical interest at that sort of eBay price!
Thanks for prividing the details, and also for the information on the right angle finder.

atlnq9 · 04-09-2012, 02:22 PM

There was a used one last year at B&H for $150USD. I know because I bought it for my 645N. Once my 645D finally gets delivered to me it is good to know I can use it on both!

Thomas · 04-10-2012, 03:26 PM

I have one and it works fine on the 645D; the magnification allows you to see the concentric rings on the focus screen. Nice for macro, but in most cases I find it unnecessary. The old 645 eyecups fit as well, but I like the new one.

excanonfd · 04-10-2012, 09:07 PM

Originally posted by Newmoon

I think the answer is probably 'no', but I'll ask just in case.
Is there something similar to the Pentax O- ME53 which can be used to up the magnification through the viewfinder please?

Whilst asking a question, is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? Whilst not wanting to appear too precious, I've managed to mark the screen on a previous DSLR and would prefer not to d it on this screen!

Thanks.

I believe your first question has been answered, for the latter you can probably use something like this: NEW Glass LCD Screen Protector For Pentax K-7 K-5 K7 K5 | eBay It's a laminated glass screen protector for the K-7, K-5, I don't recall reading anything that would indicate 645D uses a different format LCD viewing screen. You can quickly make certain if the screen will work for you or not if you have access to either K-7 or the K-5.

Newmoon · 04-10-2012, 09:57 PM

Thanks to everyone who responded to my questions, I have all the information I was asking for, which is great.

Newmoon · 04-14-2012, 07:53 AM

Following up on the message I posted a few days ago, I actually found a 645 magnifier that had been listed for sale on a different forum for the past nine months! When I enquired it was still available, and it arrived this morning. Pretty well mint condition with case and instructions. Yes it fits the 645D and works well.

bull drinkwater · 06-29-2012, 05:58 AM

Originally posted by atlnq9

I am under the impression that the eye piece threading is the same on the 645D as the 645N's... But somebody else will have to confirm that????

They made one for the film bodies. See the link to ebay for what it looks like. Should be convenient as it folds up out of the way after gaining focus. Finding a decent price one may be hard though...

GENUINE Pentax 645 Eyepiece Magnifier with Case 38435 | eBay

yes the magnifier from the 645n will work on the 645d,i just attached mine a few days ago.

Whats_edoo · 06-29-2012, 10:53 AM

Originally posted by Newmoon

I think the answer is probably 'no', but I'll ask just in case.
Is there something similar to the Pentax O- ME53 which can be used to up the magnification through the viewfinder please?

Whilst asking a question, is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? Whilst not wanting to appear too precious, I've managed to mark the screen on a previous DSLR and would prefer not to d it on this screen!

Thanks.

Look here Pentax - Items - Screen Protectors,iPhone,HTC,Garmin,Samsung,Screen cover,Screen protection Be sure to ask them to include a protector for the upper LCD. They sent me one but after the fact and after I asked.

04-09-2012, 10:24 AM	#1
Newmoon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 84	Is there a Pentax magnifying loupe for the 645D? Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. I think the answer is probably 'no', but I'll ask just in case. Is there something similar to the Pentax O- ME53 which can be used to up the magnification through the viewfinder please? Whilst asking a question, is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? Whilst not wanting to appear too precious, I've managed to mark the screen on a previous DSLR and would prefer not to d it on this screen! Thanks.

04-10-2012, 09:57 PM	#10
Newmoon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 84 Original Poster	Thanks Thanks to everyone who responded to my questions, I have all the information I was asking for, which is great.

04-14-2012, 07:53 AM	#11
Newmoon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 84 Original Poster	I got one! Following up on the message I posted a few days ago, I actually found a 645 magnifier that had been listed for sale on a different forum for the past nine months! When I enquired it was still available, and it arrived this morning. Pretty well mint condition with case and instructions. Yes it fits the 645D and works well.

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04-09-2012, 10:48 AM	#2
vladimiroltean Veteran Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Bucharest, Romania Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,465	Originally posted by Newmoon is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? I've used the second method for my K-x - bought some large cheap 4.5" LCD plastic protector sheets, measured my screen, marked some points and drew some lines, then I trimmed it down to size with a ruler and a cutter. Just beware - some LCD protectors, like mine, are so cheap, that they actually look bad on the screen, and scratch easily and ugly. I can't exactly tell you which is which, but pay attention when choosing one. Also it's better to cut the protector a little smaller than needed rather than bigger, because dust can get inside from the corners and it will come off very soon.

04-09-2012, 10:54 AM	#3
Newmoon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 84 Original Poster	That's useful info, thank you. I have a non reflective protector on my phone, so may try similar for the camera LCD.

04-09-2012, 12:19 PM	#4
atlnq9 Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Arizona Photos: Albums Posts: 330	I am under the impression that the eye piece threading is the same on the 645D as the 645N's... But somebody else will have to confirm that???? They made one for the film bodies. See the link to ebay for what it looks like. Should be convenient as it folds up out of the way after gaining focus. Finding a decent price one may be hard though... GENUINE Pentax 645 Eyepiece Magnifier with Case 38435 \| eBay

04-09-2012, 01:04 PM	#5
Yamanobori Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Photos: Gallery Posts: 573	The eyepiece magnifier will work on the 645D. I was thinking of getting one, but I have had no problems manually focusing my camera. The 645 Refconverter right-angle viewfinder attachment works as well--I did buy one of those and it can be a great help when the camera is in an awkward position.

04-09-2012, 01:52 PM	#6
Newmoon Forum Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Photos: Albums Posts: 84 Original Poster	That's useful to know, thank you, though it will be of theoretical rather than practical interest at that sort of eBay price! Thanks for prividing the details, and also for the information on the right angle finder.

04-09-2012, 02:22 PM	#7
atlnq9 Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Arizona Photos: Albums Posts: 330	There was a used one last year at B&H for $150USD. I know because I bought it for my 645N. Once my 645D finally gets delivered to me it is good to know I can use it on both!

04-10-2012, 03:26 PM	#8
Thomas Veteran Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 434	I have one and it works fine on the 645D; the magnification allows you to see the concentric rings on the focus screen. Nice for macro, but in most cases I find it unnecessary. The old 645 eyecups fit as well, but I like the new one.

04-10-2012, 09:07 PM	#9
excanonfd Veteran Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Vancouver, BC Posts: 1,421	Originally posted by Newmoon I think the answer is probably 'no', but I'll ask just in case. Is there something similar to the Pentax O- ME53 which can be used to up the magnification through the viewfinder please? Whilst asking a question, is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? Whilst not wanting to appear too precious, I've managed to mark the screen on a previous DSLR and would prefer not to d it on this screen! Thanks. I believe your first question has been answered, for the latter you can probably use something like this: NEW Glass LCD Screen Protector For Pentax K-7 K-5 K7 K5 \| eBay It's a laminated glass screen protector for the K-7, K-5, I don't recall reading anything that would indicate 645D uses a different format LCD viewing screen. You can quickly make certain if the screen will work for you or not if you have access to either K-7 or the K-5.

06-29-2012, 05:58 AM	#12
bull drinkwater Loyal Site Supporter Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: pontiac mi. Posts: 392	Originally posted by atlnq9 I am under the impression that the eye piece threading is the same on the 645D as the 645N's... But somebody else will have to confirm that???? They made one for the film bodies. See the link to ebay for what it looks like. Should be convenient as it folds up out of the way after gaining focus. Finding a decent price one may be hard though... GENUINE Pentax 645 Eyepiece Magnifier with Case 38435 \| eBay yes the magnifier from the 645n will work on the 645d,i just attached mine a few days ago.

06-29-2012, 10:53 AM	#13
Whats_edoo New Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Colorado Posts: 23	Originally posted by Newmoon I think the answer is probably 'no', but I'll ask just in case. Is there something similar to the Pentax O- ME53 which can be used to up the magnification through the viewfinder please? Whilst asking a question, is there a stick-on LCD protector made to fit the 645D or is it a case of buying something for an iPhone and cutting it down? Whilst not wanting to appear too precious, I've managed to mark the screen on a previous DSLR and would prefer not to d it on this screen! Thanks. Look here Pentax - Items - Screen Protectors,iPhone,HTC,Garmin,Samsung,Screen cover,Screen protection Be sure to ask them to include a protector for the upper LCD. They sent me one but after the fact and after I asked.