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The Mark Vb
Director's Viewfinder


Mark Vb Director's Viewfinder including
snap-on lens cap
$725.00

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Wide Angle Attachment $125.00
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Replacement Lens Cap $6.99
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Replacement Rubber Eyecup $5.50
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Belt Holster Case $29.95
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We like to be as accommodating as possible but sometimes geography just may get in the way. We have dealers worldwide that also seel the Mark Vb and all its accessories. Browse our Dealer List to see if there is a dealer near you.




ABOUT THE MARK Vb
The Mark Vb Director's Viewfinder accurately defines choice of lenses, angles and coverage in a wide variety of formats for both film and video. It enables filmmakers to communicate their visions to each other quickly and with complete accuracy, allowing the time saved to be used on the art of filmmaking.

Manufactured by Alan Gordon Enterprises, the Mark Vb is the latest version of the Academy Award Winning Mark V and continues to be the choice of Film and Video makers worldwide. The Mark Vb has all the features of the Mark V plus new markings on the Aspect Ratio ring, making it easer to read for both film and video use. We also eliminated the 1/2 " video window and replaced it with the current video chip standard of 2/3." Film sizes and video formats are color-coded for quick reading.
12:1 Zoom Ratio Ring
Smooth zooming from wide angle to telephoto. Focal lengths are viewed in windows located on the barrel of the viewfinder. The zoom range for the various formats is as follows:
Film
16mm film: 8.5-100mm
Super 16 film: 10.5-125mm
35mm film: 18-200mm
35 Anamorphic film: 35-420mm
Video
2/3
" video: 8.5-75mm

Adjustable Aspect Ratio Ring
You may adjust the viewfinder to the aspect ratio that is appropriate for you film or video application. Available aspect ratios are: 1.33:1 standard TV, 16x9 HDTV, 1.85:1 standard 35mm ratio and 2.40:1 anamorphic wide screen, also known as Panavision or Cinemascope.
Film & Video aspect Ratio Setting 16x9 aspect ratio setting Anamorphic aspect ratio Setting
Apect Ratio Ring Film & Video Setting 16x9 Setting Anamorphic Setting


 
Wide Angle Attachment
To extend the wide angle readings of the Viewfinder. The Mark V Wide Angle Attachment is especially designed and manufactured
for use with the Mark V and Mark Vb Director’s Viewfinders.
The combination of the attachment and the Viewfinder, will provide
added wide angle range.

• 16mm cinematography, the field will be the same as a 5.5mm lens.
• Super 16mm, the field overview will be that of a 6mm lens.
• 35mm cinematography, the field will be that of a 10mm lens.
• 35mm anamorphic cinematography, field will be that of a 20mm lens.
• 2/3” video, the field will be that of a 5mm lens.
• 1/2” video, the field will be that of a 3.5mm lens.
   
   
6 Glass Elements
Produces the sharpest image possible.

 
Color Coding
Film sizes and video formats are color-coded for quick reading.

 
Adjustable Focusing Ring & Rubber Eyecup
The eyepiece focusing ring can be adjusted to sharpen the image at any given setting, much like the viewfinder adjustment on your camera. The collapsed rubber eyecup prevents scratching your glasses.
Personalized Engravings
You can have a name specially engraved on the body shell of the Mark Vb. we charge $45 for the disassembly and re-assembly
of the viewfinder. The engraving itself is has $45 minimum. each letter character is $2.50 each. See example below

Specifications
  • Weight: 14.5 oz. ( 0.4 kg)
  • Length: 4-5/16" (125mm)
  • Front lens diameter: 2-1/4" (58mm)
  • 6 optical coated glass elements
  • Black, anodized exterior finish
  • Chrome trim

Accessories
  • Wide angle attachment allows coverage as wide as 10mm for 35mm film. It produces a similar effect on other film sizes and video formats.
  • Protective Lens Cap protects your lens from dirt and scratches.
  • Belt holster case comes complete with belt loop and a velcro fastener cap. Black, heavy-duty, man-made material with padding.

Additional Product Photos
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Mark Vb Profile Mark Vb Profile Mark Vb Lens Detail Mark Vb Wide Angle Attachment Attached Mark Vb Wide angle Attachment Removed
Mark Vb Shell Mark Vb Shell Mark Vb Shell Mark Vb Profile 1 Mark Vb Profile 1
Mark Vb Body Replacement Barrel Mark Vb Replacement Barrel Mark Vb Eye Piece Lens cover Attached Lens cover Removed
Mark Vb Shell Mark Vb View 1
Mark Vb View 1 Mark Vb View 2

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