{"product_id":"ulanzi-vf01-waist-level-viewfinder-silver","title":"Ulanzi VF01 Waist-Level Viewfinder (Silver)","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUlanzi VF01 Waist-Level Viewfinder – Vintage Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e offers an alternative way to compose photographs without relying on your camera's rear or flip screen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estreet photography, landscapes and low-angle shooting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the VF01 mounts to a compatible camera cold shoe and provides a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28mm full-frame field of view\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with visible \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm and 50mm framelines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to help preview different compositions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/6943\/8707\/files\/imgi_135_new.jpg?v=1789133598\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts optical system combines a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree-element lens group with a ground glass focusing screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while the included magnetic foldable lens hood helps block stray light for a clearer view.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact at just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63 g ±5 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the VF01 adds a distinctive waist-level shooting experience without significantly increasing the size of your camera setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VF01 is designed for photographers who enjoy composing away from a conventional rear screen or eye-level viewfinder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is particularly suited to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003estreet photography and low-angle compositions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where looking down into the viewfinder provides a different way to frame a scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor optimal clarity, Ulanzi recommends a focusing distance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 metres or greater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and use in well-lit environments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/6943\/8707\/files\/imgi_136_new.jpg?v=1789133598\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Silver version\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaist-level optical viewfinder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28mm full-frame field of view\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm and 50mm framelines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-element lens group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround glass focusing screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetic foldable lens hood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHood helps reduce stray light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold shoe mounting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatible with a range of Ricoh, Fujifilm, Sony, Nikon, Canon, Olympus and Panasonic cameras\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAluminium frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLeather-textured silicone detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact 45.2 x 38.2 x 44.2 mm design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight of 63 g ±5 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned for street, landscape and low-angle photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28mm View with 35mm and 50mm Framelines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VF01 provides a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28mm full-frame viewfinder perspective\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving you a broad view of the scene when composing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithin the viewfinder, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e35mm and 50mm framelines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provide visual references for tighter compositions. This lets you preview different framing options while continuing to observe the surrounding scene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-Element Optical Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree-element, high-transmission lens group\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is designed to provide a clear view while reducing distortion and visual artefacts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe optical system works with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eground glass focusing screen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, creating the distinctive viewing experience of a waist-level finder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor optimal clarity, Ulanzi recommends working with subjects at a focusing distance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 metres or greater\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMagnetic Foldable Lens Hood\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe included retro-style lens hood attaches \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emagnetically\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and folds open when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy shielding the viewing area from stray light, the hood helps maintain a clearer view when composing. Ulanzi recommends opening the hood gently for smooth operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Different Approach to Composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than composing exclusively through a rear display, the VF01 lets you look down into the finder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis can be particularly useful for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003elow-angle photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, while also providing an alternative shooting style for street and landscape work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor optimal performance, the VF01 is intended for use in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewell-lit 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Series\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility with other camera models is not specified.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Silver Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VF01 combines an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ealuminium frame with leather-textured silicone detailing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, giving the viewfinder a retro-inspired appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis version comes in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Silver\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e finish, providing an alternative to the Classic Black model while retaining the same confirmed optical and mounting features.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe viewfinder measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e45.2 x 38.2 x 44.2 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e63 g ±5 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/6943\/8707\/files\/imgi_137_new.jpg?v=1789133598\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose the Ulanzi VF01?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe VF01 provides a different way to approach photographic composition, particularly for photographers who enjoy street shooting and low camera angles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts 28mm viewing perspective gives you a broad view of the scene, while integrated 35mm and 50mm framelines help visualise tighter compositions. The magnetic hood provides additional shielding from stray light, and cold shoe mounting makes installation straightforward on the confirmed compatible cameras.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Vintage Silver finish completes the retro-inspired design for photographers who prefer a classic-looking camera setup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIdeal uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStreet photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-angle photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape photography\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28mm composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreviewing 35mm and 50mm framing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlternative waist-level composition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact camera setups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ulanzi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62570423058819,"sku":"ULA-VF01-SLV","price":54.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/6943\/8707\/files\/Untitled-1_cef2f958-17b0-4c05-ab55-fbbad4cef199.jpg?v=1789135074","url":"https:\/\/www.essentialphoto.co.uk\/products\/ulanzi-vf01-waist-level-viewfinder-silver","provider":"EssentialPhoto \u0026 Video","version":"1.0","type":"link"}