Hoodloupe Review

One of the most vital pieces of add-on gear a DSLR video shooter must have is a good loupe.  A loupe is a viewfinder-like attachment that fits over the camera's LCD screen and gives you something like an EVF (electronic viewfinder).

There are a wide variety of loupes available.  BorrowLenses.com has the Hoodman and Zacuto available for rent.

Currently, I use the Hoodloupe by Hoodman.  It's a simple design with a diopter (allows the finder to be adjusted for a user's eyesight) and a couple of mounting options.  The one I use is the crane.  It allows for precise adjustment of the finder's position and also let's you quickly remove and replace the unit.  It requires no adhesives or anything like that.  Brilliant design.


My Hoodloupe fitted with a Bluestar chamois eye cushion.