Thinking of another LCD? Don't.

[Jay A. Kelley]

Jim should love me for this:

As some of you know I decided not to go with the RED LCD and stay with the viewfinder.

Later I decided I wanted an LCD also, but wanted something that would work with other cameras, so I was not too hip on the RED LCD.

One thing lead to another and I ended up with the RED LCD today.

My previous thoughts on this matter were incorrect The main difference of this item to all the others is WEIGHT.(This is where RED hurts not having a showroom).

This damn thing weighs almost nothing. The picture is wonderful, but it's LIGHT as hell.

So no matter what you are thinking of, make this LCD a part of your package. It's bright, clear, and the mounting arm is heavier than the damn monitor.

It serves a very specific purpose that's not covered by other products.

Just my opinion.

Jay

[Gabriel Beaudry]

Thanks Jay, you just confirmed my choice. Can't wait to try it!

[Frank Weeks]

That helps me make my decision.

Thanks Jay.

[Rick Darge]

I completely agree. I also only wanted the EVF but Im really glad that I sprung for the LCD because it is awesome!! Aside from being light weight, it is a great performer outdoors, which surprised me.

Red, how many pixies you got workin for you?

[A. Bastaki]

im getting both... lcd for pans and tilts and almost everything.
evf.. for the rugged handheld shooting style.

BTW.. How's focusing with both?
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[Zakaree Sandberg]

im surprised more people dont know about the benefits of the LCD.
Handheld/shoulder rigs should 100% use the RED LCD. its light and it works really well in direct sunlight (without a shade)

[albert rudnicki]

I am getting the EVF as well, but had no chance to try the Red's LCD yet.
Anybody in Montreal?
Thanks

[Irri]

I'm thinking of another LCD. Just for now though. I like the RED LCD and need it, but you can't daisy chain to a director/client monitor from it.Priview out + monitor can't come soon enough.

[Christian Berg]

Jay, I totally agree with you about the LCD, its so nice. One thing though, my LCD makes this high frequence noise, does yours? Is this normal? Kind of annoying.

[Joel Kaye]

im surprised more people dont know about the benefits of the LCD.
Handheld/shoulder rigs should 100% use the RED LCD. its light and it works really well in direct sunlight (without a shade)

Well, wait a second... if this is the case why do I need an EVF ALSO?

[Greg M]

I've been trying to tell you guys this since day 1. The LCD is a no brainer. Its cheap and very small....a definite must have. As far as I am concerned the LCD and EVF should be considered essential accessories.

Joelnet-
You really need the EVF for handheld work, using the LCD for hh is not ideal.

[Irri]

Jay, I totally agree with you about the LCD, its so nice. One thing though, my LCD makes this high frequence noise, does yours? Is this normal? Kind of annoying.

Both of ours do.

[Dan McCain]

I am planning on using the EVF, LCD and my marshall simultaneously for the benefit of the operator and A.C. Will this work currently or will I need to wait for all the live outputs to be turned on? Also the Marshall is component only, does anyone know of a reasonable and small downconverter from SDI to component?

[Rick Darge]

EVF is higher res too.. I look forward to getting mine.

[Steve Sherrick]

LCD is great. The off axis was not as bad as some had made it out to be in my opinion. I thought it looked plenty bright, sharp, and of course all the other benefits.

Joel, you'll find that you'll rely on both the EVF and the LCD for various shooting scenarios. Also, you'll want to check out the Element Technica mount.

I didn't hear the high pitched noise when I saw this LCD the other day, but it was also in a room that had air on, so it may have been there and I just couldn't make it out.

Steve

[Joel Kaye]

Joel, you'll find that you'll rely on both the EVF and the LCD for various shooting scenarios. Also, you'll want to check out the Element Technica mount.


I'm coming to the conclusion we just need to test all this stuff out for ourselves. I'm inclined to get both and if I decide I don't need one or the other finding a buyer won't be tough. Odds are many people will want both as you guys are indicating.

[Joe Vinson]

Well, wait a second... if this is the case why do I need an EVF ALSO?

LCDs are fine in a studio setting, but are notoriously bad for shooting outdoors in direct sunlight.

[Zakaree Sandberg]

Well, wait a second... if this is the case why do I need an EVF ALSO?

because its badass