Ricoh/Pentax Ricoh Viewfinder GV-2

Ricoh/Pentax Ricoh Viewfinder GV-2 – Hot Shoe Mount with 28 mm-Equivalent Frame and 1:1 Aspect Marks

The Ricoh/Pentax Ricoh Viewfinder GV-2 mounts on a camera hot shoe and provides a 28 mm-equivalent frame (35 mm film equivalent) that incorporates 1:1 aspect ratio marks. It includes a case for storage and transport.

Key features

• Hot shoe mounting: Attaches directly to the camera hot shoe for quick on-camera use.
• 28 mm-equivalent frame: Shows the 35 mm film equivalent framing for a 28 mm field of view.
• 1:1 aspect ratio marks: Includes marks to help compose square images within the same viewfinder frame.
• Includes case: Supplied with a case for protection and convenient storage.

How to use the GV-2

First, slide the viewfinder onto your camera's hot shoe until it seats securely. Next, look through the viewfinder to see the 28 mm-equivalent frame and align your subject within the composition. Use the 1:1 aspect ratio marks when you need to preview square framing. Finally, store the viewfinder in the supplied case when not in use to keep it protected.

Who this viewfinder is for

This accessory suits photographers and filmmakers who need an external optical reference for 28 mm-equivalent framing and square (1:1) composition marks. Because it mounts on the hot shoe, it integrates with cameras that provide a compatible shoe for accessories.

Included in the package

• Ricoh/Pentax Ricoh Viewfinder GV-2
• Protective case

FAQ

Question: Will this viewfinder fit my camera?
Answer: The GV-2 mounts on a camera hot shoe, so it fits cameras that provide a standard hot shoe for accessories.

Question: What does "28 mm-equivalent frame (35 mm film equivalent)" mean?
Answer: It indicates the viewfinder shows the framing that corresponds to a 28 mm lens on a 35 mm (full-frame) system, allowing you to preview that field of view optically.

Question: How do the 1:1 aspect ratio marks help me?
Answer: The 1:1 marks let you preview square compositions inside the 28 mm-equivalent frame so you can judge how subjects will sit when cropping or shooting in a square format.