Canon patents a built-in tilting viewfinder

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neuroanatomist said:
I suspect that extension tubes were never very popular, and they're likely pretty far down on Canon's priority list for the RF mount. I think they're of even less importance considering that Canon is adding semi-macro capability to many lenses that would have formerly have been used with tubes, e.g the RF 24/1.8, 35/1.8 and 85/2 all go to 0.5x native magnification.

I do have the EF versions of the 12 and 25mm tubes, which I use mainly for closer focus with the 600/4 II. Although I was not inclined to trust a 3rd party tube as the bridge between a $13K lens and a $6-7K body, for what is probably a more typical extension tube use case (increased magnification for standard lenses) a 3rd party option would be fine. There are already several of those for the RF mount, e.g. Vello (12 + 20 set), Kenko (10 + 16 set), Meike (13 + 18 set) and Fotodiox (15 and 35, separate).
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Ditto. I usually use them on my 600mm also, or at least I used to. I do have the Meike tubes that I frequently use with the 100-500 for wildflowers. Having that extra bit of close focusing distance often does make a difference. Those Meike tubes aren't especially well made, but the lens functions work perfectly. I wouldn't go on a hike carrying the camera with the lens attached to the camera via those ext. tubes, but they are handy. Canon could easily make some tubes built to the same standards as their EF-RF adapters. I would buy those immediately (along with an angle finder!).
 
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I've long wanted something like this, but with an EVF I'd be even more impressed if one could use the custom settings to invert the image. It would be like an old film camera. Perfect for doing landscape work where you can flip the image to help abstract out the composition. I've wanted something like this for many years, but never thought I would see it in a 35mm format.
 
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I’m wondering if, since it appears the viewfinder flips up 90 degrees, they could also allow the evf to flip its image 180 degrees as an option…
It would make using the camera on a copy stand soooo much easier.

Just sayin’
 
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Oh I’d love that on a high resolution body. So many times I’m shooting into the sun in an awkward position, but this would make a huge difference. But then again, I still haven’t gained the benefit of the tilty flippy screen. Here’s hoping for an implementation on the R5II!
 
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I'm curious: For those who would rather have the tilting EVF than the articulating screen, what would you do for portrait/vertical orientation composition? Or if you want to use the timer to be in the shot and see where you are in the frame?*

I would love to try a tilting EVF, but not at the expense of an articulating screen. Can't imagine giving up my articulating screen...**



* Yes, I know one can use a phone with wireless connection, but that's such a hassle, in my opinion.

** Maybe it's because I've had one on every Canon camera I've ever owned: A80, G12, 70D, R5...
 
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It would have to be an added option, not a replacement for articulating screens. This would be useless for photojournalists trying to get a shot during a scrum. For any kind of shooting where you are holding the camera up above your head, you need the larger articulating screen to see what you are shooting.
 
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titling EVF would be awesome, especially when getting low on the ground. I absolutely don't care about the LCD because my eyes need correction and I hate a) wearing glasses and b) looking at a blurry LCD., no matter how flippy it is :)
 
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clarus said:
titling EVF would be awesome, especially when getting low on the ground. I absolutely don't care about the LCD because my eyes need correction and I hate a) wearing glasses and b) looking at a blurry LCD., no matter how flippy it is :)
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I couldn't agree more!
I never have used the rear LCD, unless for selecting settings. I find it impossible to read in sunshine, and I also need reading glasses. A tiltable EVF would be really fine for me as well. But wheathersealing it could be quite problematic...
I'm unable to understand why so many use the LCD for focusing, even with glasses.
Buying a camera without a viewfinder? Unimaginable for me!
 
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LSXPhotog said:
Personally, I would prefer to see a screen like the Sony A7RV that performs both tilt and vari-angle. I’m not very sure if I would use this feature at all, honestly. Hopefully it can lock securely in place if you don’t plan to use it.
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You have hit on a 'weakness' in the way Canon implemented Version 1 of the add-on EVF for the M series of cameras. It tilts 'up'...and indeed tilting is a nice feature to have when needed. But since first grade, I've worn eyeglasses...and with this particular EVF I have discovered (I guess) that I often push my glasses right into contact with the viewfinder. It is not something that I notice.

But pushing my glasses into V1 of the M EVF pushes it up! Not good. THere is no lock to prevent tilting. So I attach a small piece of Scotch 33+ electrical tape (great product) to keep the viewfinder from moving in this way.

V2 of this viewfinder does not tilt up, and is a bit smaller than V1.
 
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